
First, disconnect the negative terminal of the battery for a period of time, wait for the engine's protection data to be cleared, and then reconnect it. Call for a tow truck to take the vehicle to a designated 4S store, where a fault code scanner may easily resolve the issue.

A few days ago, the anti-theft system of my ix35 suddenly locked, and I was so anxious sitting in the car. The first thing to do is to check if the remote key has power. If the buttons don't respond, try replacing the battery. Then, I got out of the car and manually locked and unlocked the doors with the key a few times, which can reset the system. After sitting back in the car, I turned off the engine, waited a few seconds, and then started it again—this usually unlocks it. If it still doesn't work, the door sensors might be dirty or there could be a circuit issue, so I wiped the connection points on the door edges with a damp cloth. If all else fails, I went to the 4S shop to have a technician check the control module. They said to avoid pressing the key against objects to prevent accidentally triggering the anti-theft system. If you encounter a similar situation, don’t panic—follow the steps one by one, and it can usually be resolved. Keeping the key battery replaced in time can prevent such issues.

Releasing the anti-theft lock is actually quite simple. The method I use most often is key synchronization. First, turn off the car engine, sit firmly, then lock the car once using the remote or manually, and unlock it once, repeating the operation. Sometimes the system needs a cold restart—after parking, close the windows, lock the doors, wait a minute or two, then unlock and start the engine. Common causes include low battery power or interrupted key signals, so try replacing the battery or testing with a spare key. If the door isn't closed properly or the sensor gives a false alarm, it may also trigger the lock—check and close it securely before trying again. If frequent locking occurs, it might be a control unit malfunction requiring a reset or reprogramming. I once faced this issue and had to visit a specialized repair shop for decoding. For daily maintenance, remember to clean the ignition lock to ensure good contact, and anti-theft problems can mostly be avoided.

When I first bought my ix35, the anti-theft lock startled me. A friend taught me an easy solution: first, unlock the door with the physical key, not the remote. Sit in the car, turn off the engine, and wait for ten seconds before restarting the system—it often resets. Check if the battery is weak and try replacing it. If the door switch isn't working, the sensor might be stuck; gently clean it. Don't panic when encountering issues—I solved it after two tries. For daily care, avoid placing the key near your phone to prevent interference, and replace the battery annually to minimize anti-theft malfunctions for worry-free driving.


