Security light blinks while driving

2012 TOYOTA COROLLA
124,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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WILLIAM RANKEL
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I have the car listed above S model that I purchased recently. Mechanically and physically in superb condition with the exception of one issue. The security light (immobilizer light) blinks constantly even with the vehicle running.. regardless of which key I use. The light does not blink at all when the car is off. I have done a lot of research on the internet. some articles have stated it is still stuck in programming mode but none of the procedures suggested actually how to fix the blinking security light issue. I took it to a lock smith but he was afraid if he reprogrammed it that it might not start anymore since he had never seen that issue. Is there anyone who has a concrete solution to this other than taking the car to the dealership? because frankly I don't want to spend two grand to have a new computer put in the vehicle.. it still drives fine.
Sep 4, 2019 at 9:34 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I'm Danny.

Have you tried an anti theft/security system reset? I've attached a security system reset tutorial for you to try. Scroll down after reading to find Toyota.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-reset-a-security-system

Hope this helps and thanks for using 2CarPros.
Danny-
Sep 6, 2019 at 4:59 PM
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WILLIAM RANKEL
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So I tried the ECU reset with the original key. The car went through the process and turn on with the key but the security light still blinks when the car is running. So, any other thoughts besides the dealership lol? Also tried what you sent me and it didn't. work.
Sep 6, 2019 at 6:49 PM
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DANNY L
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Hello again.

Since this didn't work you might be having an issue with the BCM (body control module) Instead of a dealership you might want to look for a local auto electric shop to save money.Depending on your area most shop hourly labor can be up to $100 an hour. If you have them fix/replace they will use that diagnostic fee towards the cost of the repair. Hope this helps and thanks again for using 2CarPros.

Danny-
Sep 8, 2019 at 1:49 PM