Ducati SPORTCLASSIC SPORT 1000, Use And Maintenance 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.
Keys
(fig. 7)
The owner receives a set of keys, comprising:
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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.
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2 keys B (BLACK)
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:
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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.
B
A
1
fig. 7