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The immobilizer system
For additional antitheft 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.
The Owner receives a set of keys comprising:
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2 (BLACK) keys B
These contain the “code” of the immobilizer system.
Note
Your Ducati dealer may ask you to produce your Code
Card in order to carry out certain servicing operations.
The black keys (B) are the keys for normal use, and are used
to:
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start up the engine.
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open the fuel tank filler plug.
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open the seat lock.
Note
The two keys have a small tag (1) attached, which
shows their identification number.
Warning
Keep the keys separate, and store the tag (1) in a safe
place.
It is also advisable to use only one of the black keys to start
the motorcycle.
B
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