tvr griffith immobiliser problems

tvr griffith immobiliser problems

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nigelwilson

Original Poster:

2 posts

78 months

Wednesday 9th May 2018
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I have just got my 1999 griffith 500 back on the road after 8 years in hibernation. It started on the button and passed its mot after some handbrake adjustment. after to short runs out it decided not to start again. the immobiliser led light on steering cowling has stopped lighting up . I have checked all fuses and disconnected and reconnected battery but still not working. i hope that somebody can help with advice on what the problem might be.
Many thanks for taking the time to read this.
Nigel Wilson.

Edited by nigelwilson on Thursday 10th May 11:05

Penelope Stopit

11,209 posts

116 months

Wednesday 9th May 2018
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As long as you are sure the battery hasn't gone flat and all fuses are good, you have no options other than to gain access to the immobiliser and check the wiring to it before very likely having to bypass it
You may well need another immobiliser fitting for insurance purposes

Chim450

1,452 posts

268 months

Wednesday 9th May 2018
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If the light has gone out unfortunately it is probably dead. Is the remote locking still working? Which alarm/immobiliser combo do you have? I assume it is probably META system.
As said above to get your car going you’ll probably need to bypass the immobiliser.

ChimpOnGas

9,637 posts

186 months

Wednesday 9th May 2018
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Hi Nigel,

Firstly I suggest you delete your email address and mobile number from your original post as it may attract unwanted calls and emails, TBH generally people on the forum are nice folk but posting this information on a public forum means it's there for everyone to see and you've got no control over who sees or uses it.

Now for your immobiliser:

1. Try disconnecting your battery and then reconnecting it 30 seconds or more later, this solves most freezup issues with the security system and because it's free to do it's well worth trying first.

2. If the above doesn't work, some time ago I formulated some simple instructions to help TVR owners execute a completely reversible immobiliser bypass, these instructions have been shared with over 100 TVR owners now with a 100% success rate. A bypass is guaranteed to solve your issue but you will need to send me a personal message before I'm able to share the instructions with you, obviously a new security system is the preferred solution but it is expensive, the bypass is effectively a free solution.

My immobiliser bypass is designed to be completely reversible and will still leave your car secure as there are two circuits controlled, typically the problem circuit is one for the starter solenoid so you just bypass that, the other circuit controls the ECU which is low amp by comparison so it can remain in place to ensure it's still impossible to steal the car.

Let me know if I can help, this is a common problem indeed I only had a request for my bypass instructions only today so if you're Mark or Mark is your friend you'll already have them wink

nigelwilson

Original Poster:

2 posts

78 months

Thursday 10th May 2018
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thanks for your advice i will try disconnecting battery again the remote central locking is working ok.. If the battery was not the correct ampage for the car would this have any effect on my problems.

Penelope Stopit

11,209 posts

116 months

Thursday 10th May 2018
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nigelwilson said:
thanks for your advice i will try disconnecting battery again the remote central locking is working ok.. If the battery was not the correct ampage for the car would this have any effect on my problems.
No the battery amperage won't cause the problem, a faulty, flat or partly charged battery will

Toffer

1,527 posts

268 months

Friday 11th May 2018
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If all else fails, I suggest that you contact Carl Baker. wink
http://www.tvruk.tv/

TheMarty

12 posts

66 months

Friday 14th June 2019
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ChimpOnGas said:
Hi Nigel,

Firstly I suggest you delete your email address and mobile number from your original post as it may attract unwanted calls and emails, TBH generally people on the forum are nice folk but posting this information on a public forum means it's there for everyone to see and you've got no control over who sees or uses it.

Now for your immobiliser:

1. Try disconnecting your battery and then reconnecting it 30 seconds or more later, this solves most freezup issues with the security system and because it's free to do it's well worth trying first.

2. If the above doesn't work, some time ago I formulated some simple instructions to help TVR owners execute a completely reversible immobiliser bypass, these instructions have been shared with over 100 TVR owners now with a 100% success rate. A bypass is guaranteed to solve your issue but you will need to send me a personal message before I'm able to share the instructions with you, obviously a new security system is the preferred solution but it is expensive, the bypass is effectively a free solution.

My immobiliser bypass is designed to be completely reversible and will still leave your car secure as there are two circuits controlled, typically the problem circuit is one for the starter solenoid so you just bypass that, the other circuit controls the ECU which is low amp by comparison so it can remain in place to ensure it's still impossible to steal the car.

Let me know if I can help, this is a common problem indeed I only had a request for my bypass instructions only today so if you're Mark or Mark is your friend you'll already have them wink
Hi, I have had an identical problem this morning with regards the immobiliser on my Griffith. Can you contact me to give me the instructions on the ignition bypass.

Thanks in Advance

QBee

21,402 posts

151 months

Saturday 15th June 2019
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TheMarty said:
ChimpOnGas said:
Hi Nigel,

Firstly I suggest you delete your email address and mobile number from your original post as it may attract unwanted calls and emails, TBH generally people on the forum are nice folk but posting this information on a public forum means it's there for everyone to see and you've got no control over who sees or uses it.

Now for your immobiliser:

1. Try disconnecting your battery and then reconnecting it 30 seconds or more later, this solves most freezup issues with the security system and because it's free to do it's well worth trying first.

2. If the above doesn't work, some time ago I formulated some simple instructions to help TVR owners execute a completely reversible immobiliser bypass, these instructions have been shared with over 100 TVR owners now with a 100% success rate. A bypass is guaranteed to solve your issue but you will need to send me a personal message before I'm able to share the instructions with you, obviously a new security system is the preferred solution but it is expensive, the bypass is effectively a free solution.

My immobiliser bypass is designed to be completely reversible and will still leave your car secure as there are two circuits controlled, typically the problem circuit is one for the starter solenoid so you just bypass that, the other circuit controls the ECU which is low amp by comparison so it can remain in place to ensure it's still impossible to steal the car.

Let me know if I can help, this is a common problem indeed I only had a request for my bypass instructions only today so if you're Mark or Mark is your friend you'll already have them wink
Hi, I have had an identical problem this morning with regards the immobiliser on my Griffith. Can you contact me to give me the instructions on the ignition bypass.

Thanks in Advance
I would suggest that you need to email him the request. Click on his name in one of his earlier posts on this thread, and on his profile page you will find "email me" over at the top right.
You may need to give him some evidence of ownership, given that this is your first post on here. I am sure you appreciate why.

Penelope Stopit

11,209 posts

116 months

Saturday 15th June 2019
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Evidence can be manipulated

Mally1

2 posts

86 months

Friday 24th September 2021
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ChimpOnGas said:
Hi Nigel,

Firstly I suggest you delete your email address and mobile number from your original post as it may attract unwanted calls and emails, TBH generally people on the forum are nice folk but posting this information on a public forum means it's there for everyone to see and you've got no control over who sees or uses it.

Now for your immobiliser:

1. Try disconnecting your battery and then reconnecting it 30 seconds or more later, this solves most freezup issues with the security system and because it's free to do it's well worth trying first.

2. If the above doesn't work, some time ago I formulated some simple instructions to help TVR owners execute a completely reversible immobiliser bypass, these instructions have been shared with over 100 TVR owners now with a 100% success rate. A bypass is guaranteed to solve your issue but you will need to send me a personal message before I'm able to share the instructions with you, obviously a new security system is the preferred solution but it is expensive, the bypass is effectively a free solution.

My immobiliser bypass is designed to be completely reversible and will still leave your car secure as there are two circuits controlled, typically the problem circuit is one for the starter solenoid so you just bypass that, the other circuit controls the ECU which is low amp by comparison so it can remain in place to ensure it's still impossible to steal the car.

Let me know if I can help, this is a common problem indeed I only had a request for my bypass instructions only today so if you're Mark or Mark is your friend you'll already have them wink

Mally1

2 posts

86 months

Friday 24th September 2021
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Hi Nigel .Im having immobiliser issues with my Griff 500. I did bypass it some time ago with the aid of Carl Baker on the end of the phone taking me through step by step, alas I have lost instructions. I never bothered upgrading the system as car is always garaged and never left unattended when I go for a ride out. Yesterday thought I would make the most of the fine weather and have a drive before SORN and winter layup. No ignition or fuel pump, all-other electrics fine apart from horn and boot release. Any help would be much appreciated.

David Beer

3,982 posts

274 months

Friday 24th September 2021
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My goodness June 2019 thread !!!

Steve_D

13,795 posts

265 months

Saturday 25th September 2021
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If the immobiliser has been bypassed then how can that be the problem?

Also there is no direct association between horn, boot release, ignition & fuel pump.

Think you are going to need some more analyses before we can offer any help.

Steve

QBee

21,402 posts

151 months

Saturday 25th September 2021
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I had weird electrical faults back in 2012.
A good friend, mechanic and TVR owner (he is all 3) said “mice” and was right