The tomahawk keychain does not see the car

There was a need to replace the key fob for the TOMAHAWK TW-9010 alarm system. There were no problems with the purchase, the problems began when programming the key fobs. I did it according to the instructions: 1. Turn on the ignition 2. Press and hold the OVERRIDE button until the siren emits 4 “CHIRPS”, hold for about 6 seconds 3. Press and hold the buttons on which the trunk and the crossed out siren are drawn. until you hear the “CHIRPS” of the siren confirming the programming of the new key fob (1 chirp for the first, two chirps for the second, etc. up to 4) 4. Turn off the ignition. The parking lights will flash 5 times to confirm exit from programming. It is necessary to rewrite all key fobs, otherwise the old ones (which were working) will stop working. But there was no result, the signal blinked 5 times and no chirps. I spent 2 days and no results. I scoured the Internet and came across this information on the website: Doesn’t see the ignition, try turning the ignition on and off several times and try. If this does not work, connect the ignition wire to a constant plus during programming. Without hesitation, I opened the installation instructions and did the following (so as not to pull the wire from the battery) 1 Find

2 Take a paperclip (or any wire) and insert a jumper. Yellow wire - IGN 1 wire, +12V output signal. and Thin red wire - system power wire (+12V)

The Tomahawk anti-theft system has gained popularity among car owners due to its reliability, low price and the ability to be serviced in many service centers. But during operation, problems in the operation of the security system are revealed. One of the most common is that the Tomahawk alarm does not respond to the key fob. You press buttons and nothing happens. There are several reasons why the key fob does not work:

dead battery. Remove the battery. Check the voltage with a multimeter (15 percent less than the nominal value is acceptable). Install a new battery and test how the remote control works;
the presence of external interference that disrupts the connection between the pager and the system. Park your car somewhere else;
key fob desynchronization. Re-register the switches in the system memory;
transmitter failure. Contact the professionals;
Broken cable wires or poor contact. Ring each wire, inspect the places where they are connected to the terminal block.

No feedback: what to do

The Tomahawk line includes models.

With autostart: Q9 Dialog, 9.3, 9.5, 9.7, 9.9, 10.1, 9.3-24, G-9000, SL-950, TZ-9010, TZ-9030, Z-5.
Single sided: CL-550.
Double sided: 7.1, 7.2, 8.1.

But, as always happens, at the most inopportune moment the alarm remote control stops responding to your actions: the car does not open, the display does not work, the light does not blink. Let's look at the most common reasons for poor functioning of the key fob and how to eliminate them.

The battery has exhausted its resource. Replace it with a new one.
The remote control has fallen off. Reattach the key fob.
Poor contact on the switch circuit board. Open the case, carefully inspect the contacts of the chip and display. Carry out repairs yourself or take the pager to a service center.
Transmitter failure. Contact your service center.
Damage to the main control unit cable. Carry out the repairs yourself or go to an installer.
External interference. Move the car to a new location.

Why do you need Valet mode?

The Valet function of the anti-theft complex Tomahawk CL 550, LR 1010 LC, Q9, G 9000, LR 950 LE, S 700 disables all its main features and is used when carrying out repair work on the vehicle.

To activate the mode.

Disarm the car.
Turn on the ignition.
Press key 2 on the key fob for two seconds.
The siren will sound ten times.

You can turn off the “Valet” mode like this.

Activate the ignition.
Hold the pager button 2 for two seconds.
The siren will sound ten times and the LED will go out.

Tomahawk alarm system: poor signal reception from the remote control

Tomahawk has established itself as an inexpensive and reliable anti-theft system. But it also has glitches: the signaling system glitches, flashes, and emits short beeps. What are the reasons?

Battery low. Insert a new battery and check the operation of the remote control.
The remote control is out of sync. Re-register it following the instruction manual.
Exposure to external interference. Move to another location and check your pager.
The remote control is broken. Repair the key fob yourself, contact a service center or buy a new one.
The control unit has failed. Go to an electrician.

Error: LED blinks 2, 3, 4 times and that’s it

It turned out to be a glitch in the signaling - the LED was blinking, the engine was blocked from starting. One of the reasons is the incorrect operation of the door, hood, and trunk switches. Clean contacts or replace switches. Test the alarm.

Another reason may be the incorrect location of the car engine temperature sensor. Reinstall the sensor according to the instruction manual.

Tomahawk 9010 does not respond to the key fob: reasons

There are situations when the remote control refuses to work for some reason, the TW 9010 does not work, it beeps once, what is this? Don't panic right away. There are several main reasons, knowing them, you can correct a difficult situation:

The battery has failed. Replace it with another one;
wear of the anti-theft system. Go to a service center;
violations in synchronization of the remote control with the signaling system. Re-enter the pager into the security system memory;
switch failure. Repair it yourself or contact a specialist.

Having correctly carried out the diagnosis, you can quickly restore the key fob and continue to use it.

The most common malfunctions and their elimination

List of the main causes of breakdowns and errors due to which a car anti-theft installation stops working correctly:

mechanical problems with the remote control - clogged or damaged contacts, board failure due to falling into water;
low battery in the communicator;
the vehicle enters an area of serious electromagnetic interference;
lack of normal conditions for transmitting remote signals between the microprocessor module and the key fob;
wear and tear of structural components of the security complex;
loss of synchronization between the vehicle and the remote control.

Communicator malfunction

Repair manual for a faulty key fob for controlling the Tomahawk 9010 alarm model:

First, you need to turn off the remote control; to do this, you need to remove the back cover of the device and remove the battery.
The next step is to disassemble the communicator. Parts of the device are fixed using self-tapping screws, which need to be unscrewed with a Phillips screwdriver. The fastening elements can be located either on the back cover or in a special compartment under the battery, it all depends on the year of manufacture and model - TW or TZ.
The two parts of the case are carefully separated from each other.
The display is removed from the device. If the screen is damaged, it is immediately replaced with a new one. It is almost impossible to find a separate display for sale, so it is recommended to monitor the secondary market. You can purchase a non-working key fob and use its parts to repair your communicator.
The buttons for remote control of the alarm are carefully removed. If they are damaged or the key guides are broken, the elements are replaced. Parts can be found in the same way as with the remote control.
The contacts connecting the buttons, display and antenna to the working board are diagnosed. If there is damage, they are re-soldered; this will require a soldering iron with tin and rosin. You must act carefully so as not to flood the circuit components.
At the next stage, the driver needs to check the integrity of the board itself. If this element is damaged, there is no point in repairing it; a complete replacement will be required. If there are traces of oxidation, clean the circuit using a dry cloth and alcohol. You cannot fill the board with liquid, as this will lead to its complete failure.
The circuit is checked for traces of mold. If the remote control has been dropped into water or exposed to moisture for a long time, it must be dried. It is not recommended to use a stove burner, open fire sources or a household hair dryer for this purpose. You should place the board in a dry and warm place for several hours, for example, next to the battery, but not in direct sunlight.
The capacitors and contact tracks on the circuit itself are checked. If the capacitor elements are swollen, they are soldered to similar ones. If you have no experience in performing such tasks, it is recommended to entrust this procedure to a specialist.
At the final stage, the components are assembled in the reverse order. If the control unit still does not receive signals from the remote control, it will need to be replaced.

Video: repairing the display on the 9010 remote control

The “NEKettle” channel filmed the process of repairing the communicator screen from the Tomahawk 9010 alarm system.

The battery has failed

It is important to know

The main sign of battery failure is a gradual decrease in screen brightness.

Troubleshoot battery problems as follows:

The back cover of the communicator is being dismantled.
The battery is removed from the device; if necessary, you can use a flat-tip screwdriver.
On the remote control, press the button to open the trunk door.
A new battery is being installed, and polarity must be taken into account. To replace cells, the manufacturer advises using only AAA alkaline batteries.
The back cover of the device closes.
On the remote control you press a button with an indicator in the form of an open luggage compartment.

Being in a radio interference zone

If the configured alarm functions are not performed or the anti-theft system responds inconsistently to commands, the problem may be interference from:

large shopping centers, hypermarkets and supermarkets;
collection vehicles;
industrial companies and enterprises;
airports;
sensitive objects;
transformer substations;
large parking lots with cars.

To fix the problem, the user needs to do the following:

Take the communicator and bring it as close as possible to the transceiver installed in the car. Typically, transceivers are located in the windshield area.
Press the security mode disable button on the key fob.
If these steps do not help, then they must be repeated again after a few minutes. In order not to encounter such a problem again, you need to move the vehicle away from the interference zone by 100-200 meters.

If the security mode does not turn off, you can resort to the emergency deactivation method using the “Valet” key.

No conditions for wave transmission

The problem of lack of conditions for wave transmission usually manifests itself in the cold season. At low subzero temperatures, the battery voltage may not be sufficient to carry out commands. In particular, an anti-theft system installed on a car will not be able to open door locks or perform the function of automatically starting the engine. The only solution is to replace the battery or restore its functionality by recharging.

Wear and tear of the security system

It is important to know

To repair the alarm system if you suspect wear of the security system, you need to check the integrity of all components and replace damaged parts.

Items that need to be diagnosed:

Control block. It is necessary to check its connection to the wiring. If the connection is broken, it must be restored by cleaning and repairing contacts, as well as replacing cables. The reason may be the effect of moisture on the device, then you can fix the problem in the same way as in the case of the remote control. You will need to disassemble the module and dry its working circuit.
Transceiver with built-in antenna. Most often, the wire wears out at the bend in the connector connecting to the device. A detailed diagnosis of the connection quality and replacement of the cable or connector if necessary is required.
Circuit breakers. Depending on the installation method, there may be several of them. Safety elements are located on the electrical circuits connecting the siren and additional relays. Damaged parts must be replaced.
Shock and sensitivity sensor. Most often, the element fails as a result of vibration, since it is installed on the partition between the passenger compartment and the engine compartment. It is necessary to check the quality of the controller connection and the integrity of its wires; the latter are replaced if damaged. The cause of the problem may be that the configured sensor is not adjusted correctly, in which case the user should change the sensitivity level.
Siren. This device is located in an aggressive environment - under the hood of a car. Because of this, its malfunction may be associated with oxidation of the contacts or their damage. If the siren was installed with the horn facing up, this could lead to moisture accumulation inside the horn. To eliminate this, you will need to deploy the device.

Problems synchronizing the remote control with the car

Loss of synchronization between the remote control and the car can occur when the battery is disconnected or after replacing the battery in the key fob. To solve the problem, you will need to re-link the key fob to the anti-theft system.

Video: control unit repair

The Pavel Kalinin Autodiagnostics channel clearly showed the procedure for restoring the alarm control module.

Tomahawk 9010 does not start with key fob: SP error

The autostart stopped working, the engine starts, but immediately stalls. Autostart is activated in three modes: by tachometer, by oil pressure and by generator voltage. If the engine does not start and the control panel receives a failure, first check the wiring and limit switches. Everything is fine - reset all settings:

Turn off the ignition.
Press the Override button nine times.
Turn on the ignition and click “Override” once.
At the first signal, press the button with the image of a closed lock.
Turn off the ignition. All settings returned to their original factory settings.

Functions performed

The Tomahawk alarm system has the following features:

feedback providing information about the state of the system;
search for a stolen car;
automatic engine start when the temperature drops to a certain level;
motor blocking;
safe driving;
quiet mode;
immobilizer;
door lock programming function;
opening the trunk by pressing one button;
anti-scanner;
additional control channels.

Tomahawk X5 does not respond to buttons

There are often cases when the X5 alarm key fob does not see the car. The security does not turn on or off. This does not depend on the make of the car (Priora, Kalina, Ford, etc.). Why the security system does not respond to the key fob buttons:

The battery in the remote control is dead. Change to another;
The switch is broken. Repair it yourself or give it to specialists;
failure of the pager and the system to work together. Register the keychain;
damage to the control unit cable. Solder the wires yourself or contact an auto electrician;
control unit failure. Go to a service center.

Operating rules

The Tomahawk anti-theft system is a complex electronic device. The installation, connection and configuration procedures are described in detail in the operating manual. You can carry out this work yourself, but the manufacturer strongly recommends contacting a service center. Follow the rules during operation.

The security device is installed only on a car with a 12V power supply.
Do not allow water to enter the alarm control unit, limit switches, or sensors when washing the vehicle.
Do not try to put metal objects inside the anti-theft system. They can damage them.
Do not open the control unit housing to repair any suspected damage. Do not entrust repair work to people who are incompetent in this matter.
Do not clean the key fob or other components of the security system with aggressive liquids. Wipe with a clean, dry cotton cloth.

We also have instructions for using the Tomahawk LR950LE on our website.

Pager 9020 does not lock or open doors

Your vehicle is not armed. Doors do not open or close. What is the reason? One of the most common breakdowns of a security system is the failure of the remote control. There are several reasons for the key fob to malfunction.

The battery has exhausted its resource. Replace with a new one.
Poor contact of the chip or printed circuit board located inside the key fob body. Disassemble the switch. Carefully inspect the circuit board and chip. If you cannot repair it yourself, contact a specialist.
The key fob has “fallen off” from the system. Re-register the remote control in the Tomahawk 9020 memory. Before doing this, carefully read the instructions.

Emergency disarming

There are times when the car is perfectly armed with the 9010 system, but then opening it is a problem. The key fob displays “open” as always, but the central locking is still closed. You need to listen and understand whether the central locking works. If everything is in working order, then it is necessary to inspect all the fuses.

This often happens when the adapter is burned out. You can find it on the locking relay. In cold weather they become brittle and break. If everything is in order with the adapter, then you need to check the drive at the central locking; you can find it at the driver's door. The reason for the violation is the rod that goes from the lock on the front door to the central lock of the car alarm. Everything can be fixed and fixed.

What if the tomahawk alarm does not go off from the key fob?

Many motorists have encountered a problem at least once during the use of modern alarm systems - the car does not open when the key fob button is pressed. This can happen near home, work, or at the most inopportune moment when you urgently need to go. The reasons can be different: from a dead battery to failure of the main alarm unit. Reasons for loss of connection ATTENTION! A completely simple way to reduce fuel consumption has been found! Don't believe me? An auto mechanic with 15 years of experience also didn’t believe it until he tried it. And now he saves 35,000 rubles a year on gasoline! Read more» Contents

1 Reasons for loss of connection
2 Technical failure
3 How to turn off the alarm yourself
4 Emergency disarming on some Tomahawk alarms

Tomahawk alarms have been in demand among car owners for more than 10 years.

Reasons for loss of connection

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Tomahawk alarms have been in demand among car owners for more than 10 years. They are inexpensive, widely distributed, and many service centers are engaged in their installation and subsequent maintenance.

Since the tomahawk security system is popular and has many users, various problems in working with the alarm are identified. One of the most common is the lack of feedback from the key fob to the car.

There are many reasons why there is no feedback to the tomahawk alarm:

The battery in the key fob is dead;
contacts have come loose;
the car is located in a place of increased radio interference;
the battery is dead;
wear and tear of the alarm system;
loss of contact between the vehicle and the key fob;
insufficient conditions for communication;
Incorrect key fob setting.

A common reason for the lack of communication between the key fob and the car is a dead battery. Typically, a key fob with a two-way alarm notifies in advance of the battery status with an indicator of one, two and three divisions.

In this case, the solution to the problem will be the simplest: replace the battery with a new one or reanimate the existing one. To restore an old battery, you need to remove it from the key fob, knock it, then put it back in place. This will help disarm the car.

There is a situation when, if the key fob falls or gets hit, the contacts in it come off or the battery leaks. In this case, you can try to correct the contacts yourself by disassembling the key fob.

If you can’t handle it yourself, you should contact a specialist or buy a new key fob. When replacing the main key fob, you will have to use a spare one. The new key fob will need to be flashed and linked to the security system.

When the car is located in areas of high radio waves, you should bring the key fob closer to the location of the receiver in the car, which is usually located in the area of the driver's seat, and press the unlock button.

If the car does not open, you can tow it a short distance, where there will be no radio interference, and then try to unlock the alarm again.

If the charger on the key fob is lost while driving or the dashboard does not work, the battery in the car is most likely dead. In this case, you need to turn off the alarm siren and fix the problem: charge the old car battery or install a new charged one.

Wear and tear of the alarm system may also be the reason why there is no feedback. Over time, the reception antenna fails, the signal does not work or becomes much weaker.

The electrics are wearing out. The old alarm fuse may burn out. To fix these problems, you need to replace the faulty part of the system. To do this, it is better to contact the service specialists.

A mismatch between the key fob feedback and the alarm system can occur due to mechanical influences. When you press the buttons, the key fob emits a signal, but there is no feedback from the car.

To restore operation and interaction, you need to open the car and turn off the alarm. Then, in accordance with the instructions, restore connection with the key fob. It is restored differently for different types of security systems.

For the tomahawk alarm, the key fob is attached using the override button. Before binding, you need to read the instructions. On some systems you can bind up to four key fobs at a time.

Due to incorrect settings of the shock sensors, there may be problems with the alarm triggering for impacts on the body. The security system may react too often to minor noise or wind due to the increased sensitivity of the sensors.

The opposite option for incorrect settings may be to set the sensors to low sensitivity, in which the shock feedback system does not work. Both problems can be solved by contacting the service for reconfiguration.

Car alarm keychain. what to do if the key fob no longer sees the car

The interval between turning on and off should be no more than 1 second.

within thirty seconds, the system should automatically disable the security mode.
If the system does not turn off, you must repeat the operation again. Emergency disarm for Tomahawk LR950

You need to get into the car and close the door;
turn on the ignition;
press the “Override” button four times;
turn off the ignition;
The parking lights will turn on/off 2 times, the siren will emit 2 “CHIRPS”, the security mode will turn off.

If there is radio interference or poor conditions, there is no feedback from the key fob to the car - you need to avoid such conditions, and if this does not work, tow your vehicle to a place where there is no exposure to radio waves. But if the main reason is in the alarm unit or electrics, then you need to contact a service center to fix the problem.

Video: emergency shutdown of the anti-theft system

The “AVTOservis Nikitin” channel in its video spoke in detail about the service deactivation of the Tomahawk alarm in case of loss or malfunction of the key fob.

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To fix these problems, you need to replace the faulty part of the system. To do this, it is better to contact the service specialists. A mismatch between the key fob feedback and the alarm system can occur due to mechanical influences. When you press the buttons, the key fob emits a signal, but there is no feedback from the car. To restore operation and interaction, you need to open the car and turn off the alarm. Then, in accordance with the instructions, restore connection with the key fob. It is restored differently for different types of security systems. For the tomahawk alarm, the key fob is attached using the override button. Before binding, you need to read the instructions. On some systems, up to four key fobs can be linked at a time. Due to incorrect settings of the shock sensors, problems with the alarm triggering for impacts on the body may occur.

Disabling the alarm

When it has already become clear that the key fob does not work, malfunctions have appeared in the security system and there is an urgent need to turn off the alarm, then you need to do the following:

Open the car door and turn on the ignition.
Press the “Jack” or override button 4 times. You should find out in advance where the treasured button is located.
Turn off the ignition. The siren should sound a couple of times and the parking lights should flash a couple of times.

After these simple manipulations, the security mode will be disabled using the override button.

Some security systems are programmed using a PIN code. In this situation, to turn off the alarm you will need to enter a PIN code. This system is convenient because the key fob is not needed to turn off the alarm. Typically the PIN code consists of two digits. In this case, disconnection is carried out as follows:

Open the door and turn on the ignition.
Press the “Valet” button (sometimes this button is called override) as many times as indicated in the PIN code, usually this is the first digit.
Turn off the ignition.
Turn the ignition back on.
Press the “Valet” or override button as many times as indicated in the second number of the PIN code.
Turn off the ignition.

If everything is done correctly, as indicated in the PIN code, the security mode will be disabled.

If suddenly you can’t turn it off the first time, then the whole procedure can be repeated.

Tomahawk alarm key fob does not see the car

If you open the door with a key, the sound will not go away, but there are two effective ways to turn off the alarm in this case:

Use the emergency shutdown function. Each alarm has a secret code that must be entered for emergency shutdown. The driver must remember the code when installing the alarm. To enter it, you need to find the Valet button from the alarm system in the cabin, which is responsible for setting up the system, connecting to the key fob and other functions. Most often, the button is located in the cabin near the fuse box, but if it is not there, you can look under the steering wheel, inspect the plugs, dashboard and other places in the cabin. When the button is found, you need to enter the secret code.

Activate only the functions you need

One of the most useful features of the Tomahawk is autostart, which brings even more comfort when operating the machine. Follow these simple steps to activate this feature.

Park.
Put the gear in neutral and apply the handbrake.
Press the autoplay key and an alert tone should sound.
Remove the ignition key. Leave the salon and close all doors.

Tomahawk alarm key fob does not see the car

The security system may react too often to minor noise or wind due to the increased sensitivity of the sensors. The opposite option for incorrect settings may be to set the sensitivity of the sensors to low, in which the shock feedback system does not work. Both problems can be solved by contacting the service for reconfiguration. Technical failure The car may not be deactivated due to serious technical reasons, which can only be resolved by a specialized service center. It can be:

problems with the alarm control unit itself, associated with the disappearance of software from the main unit. It will need to be taken to an alarm installer for reprogramming;
failure of the main alarm control unit leads to the need to change the entire system completely.

Many car enthusiasts have encountered the problem that the key fob can no longer see the car. Going to the service center right away can be cumbersome, so we will figure out what needs to be done in such cases. What does this look like in practice? The key fob doesn't see the car. The owner tries to open it with the key, but the alarm knows its job and goes off. The key fob does not show anything, even if you hit the car to trigger the sensor. First you need to try to move the car. It is possible that the communication channel between the car alarm and the key fob allows too much interference.

This often happens with a large accumulation of copper structures. This happens everywhere near cell towers. Most likely, you already checked the condition of the battery in the key fob, so you went for a spare key fob, but the situation repeated itself.

The technical error

The car may not be deactivated due to serious technical reasons, which can only be resolved by a specialized service center. It can be:

problems with the alarm control unit itself, associated with the disappearance of software from the main unit. It will need to be taken to an alarm installer for reprogramming;
failure of the main alarm control unit leads to the need to change the entire system completely. You can determine that the main unit stops functioning by the following signs: the siren turns on spontaneously, the alarm system does not respond correctly to commands from the key fob, not all functions work. This is the most expensive problem; it can only be solved by completely replacing the old security system with a new one;
The car may not respond to the alarm when the engine relay is blocked. To eliminate the malfunction and unlock it, you should contact service specialists.
problems in the peripheral devices of the security system. There is no contact in the door and hood switches. Contacts in these parts of the car are susceptible to frequent environmental influences - humidity, pollution. The problem is solved by purchasing new ones and replacing them. Some motorists clean the limit switch contacts.