2008 Ducati SportClassic Sport 1000 Biposto Owners Manual - Page 16
2008 Ducati SportClassic Sport 1000 Biposto Manual
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The immobilizer system For additional anti-theft protection, the motorcycle is equipped with an IMMOBILIZER, an electronic system that locks the engine automatically whenever the ignition switch is turned off. The grip of each ignition key contains an electronic device that modulates the output signal from a special antenna in the switch when the ignition is switched On. The modulated signal represents the "password" (which is changed at each start-up) by which the ECU recognizes the ignition key. The ECU will only allow the engine to start if it recognises this password. Warning The red key (A) has a rubber sleeve to keep it in perfect condition, and prevent contact with other keys. Never remove this sleeve unless absolutely necessary. The B keys are the keys for normal use, and are used to: - start the engine. - open the lock on the fuel tank filler cap. - open the seat lock. The A key performs all the same functions as the B keys and it can also be used to reset and re-program other black keys if necessary. E Keys (fig. 7) The owner receives a set of keys, comprising: - 1 key A (RED) The red key is a service tool and is part of the motorcycle's immobilizer system. It contains the code of the immobilizer system and should not be used for normal everyday use of your motorcycle. Your dealer may ask you to produce the red key in order to carry out certain service operations. For security reasons, the red key cannot be replaced. In cases where the red key is required for servicing purposes and the owner is unable to produce it, it will be necessary to renew the motorcycle's electronic control unit, instrument panel and ignition switch assembly, and the cost of these operations will be met by the owner. It is therefore important to keep the red key in a safe place. - 2 keys B (BLACK) B A 1 fig. 7 16