[TruthinBoost]

Whats going on guys and gals?

Name is Dan. Don't own a VW. I did own a SAAB 9-3SE, kinda similar lol, both companies like torx bolts and turbos.

Anyway, I just did a heater core on an 01 Jetta VR6, had the battery out for a few days, went to start it and the immobilizer shut it down. Found this site when surfing the net looking for information.

 

[chittychittybangbang]

Welcome! Removing the battery should not activate the immobilizer. Try leaving the car on for a while and it should reset itself.

 

[TruthinBoost]

Thanks for the tip. Turns out that one of the large 32 pin lever lock style instrument cluster connectors was not properly seated and locked. Everything works as it should now.

BTW, awesome site. Amazing amount of information on here. More than what I am able to get through Alldata or Mitchell. I don't work on many VWs, but I am glad I have this site as a reference. Thank you