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The immobilizer system
For improved antitheft protection, the motorcycle is
equipped with an IMMOBILIZER, an electronic system that
inhibits engine operation whenever the ignition switch is
turned off.
Accommodated in the handgrip of each ignition key is an
electronic device that modulates an output signal. This signal
is generated by a special antenna incorporated in the switch
when the ignition is turned on and changes every time. The
modulated signal acts as a password and tells the CPU that
an "authorised" ignition key is being used to start up the
engine. When the CPU recognises the signal, it enables
engine start-up.
Keys (fig. 7)
The Owner receives a set of keys comprising:
- 1 RED key (A)
The “red key” is a maintenance tool and is part of the
Immobilizer system of your motorcycle. It contains the
“code” of your immobilizer system and shall not be used for
everyday use of your Ducati motorcycle. Your Ducati dealer
might ask you to bring it in for some service operations. For
safety reasons, this tool (red key) can not be replaced. In case
the red key is needed for servicing and you can not give it to
the workshop staff, it will be necessary to change the engine
control unit, the instrument panel and the ignition switch unit
and the (high) cost for changing all these parts will be at your
charge. Store the red key in a safe place.
- 2 BLACK keys (B)
Warning
Red key A has a rubber cover for preserving it in
perfect conditions and avoiding contact with other keys.
Never remove this protection unless really needed.
The keys B are regular ignition keys and are used to:
- start up the engine;
- open the lock of the fuel tank filler plug;
- open the seat lock.
The key A performs the same functions as the keys B, and it
is also used to wipe off and re-program other black keys, if
needed.
B
A
1
fig. 7
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