Immobilizer System Operation; Immobilizer - APRILIA Mana GT ABS 2012 Manual

Immobilizer system operation (02_40)

For enhanced theft protection, the vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer
system that is activated automatically when the ignition key is removed.
Keep the second key in a safe place since it is not possible to make a copy if it gets
lost. This would imply replacing numerous parts of the vehicle (besides the locks).
Each key in the grip has an electronic device - transponder - which modulates the
radio frequency signal emitted by a special built-in aerial in the switch when the vehicle
is started.
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The modulated signal is the "password" by which the appropriate central unit recog-
nises the key and only after this occurs, it allows the engine start-up.
CAUTION
THE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM CAN MEMORISE UP TO FOUR KEYS.
DATA STORAGE OPERATION CAN ONLY BE PERFORMED AT THE DEALER'S.
DATA STORAGE PROCEDURE CANCELS THE EXISTING CODES. THEREFORE,
IF A CUSTOMER WANTS TO PROGRAM SOME NEW KEYS, S/HE SHOULD GO
TO THE DEALER TAKING ALL THE KEYS S/HE WANTS TO ENABLE.
The immobilizer operation mode is signalled by the warning light (1) placed on the
instrument panel:
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Warning light off: immobilizer disabled.
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Flashing warning light: immobilizer enabled.
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Quick flashes: key not recognised.
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