Engine Immobiliser; Ignition Key - Triumph Thruxton TFC 2019 Owner's Handbook Manual

Switch Operation
This is a four position, key operated
switch. The key can be removed from
the switch only when it is in the OFF,
LOCK or P (PARK) position.
TO LOCK: Turn the steering fully to the
left, turn the key to the OFF position,
push and fully release the key, then
rotate it to the LOCK position.
PARKING: Turn the key from the LOCK
position to the P position. The steering
will remain locked.
Note
Do not leave the steering lock in the P
position for long periods of time as this
will cause the battery to discharge.

Engine Immobiliser

The ignition switch housing acts as the
antenna for the engine immobilizer.
When the ignition switch is turned to
the OFF position and the ignition key is
removed, the engine immobilizer is on
(see page 25). The engine immobilizer is
turned off when the ignition key is in
the ignition switch and it is turned to
the ON position.

Ignition Key

Warning
Additional keys, key rings/chains or
items attached to the ignition key may
interfere with the steering, leading
to loss of motorcycle control and an
accident.
Remove all additional keys, key rings/
chains and items from the ignition key
before riding the motorcycle.
General Information
Additional keys, key rings/chains or
items attached to the ignition key may
cause damage to the motorcycle's
painted or polished components.
Remove all additional keys, key rings/
chains and items from the ignition key
before riding the motorcycle.
Do not store the spare key with the
motorcycle as this will reduce all
aspects of security.
1. Key number tag
In addition to operating the ignition
switch/steering lock, the ignition key is
required to operate the seat lock and
fuel tank cap.
When the motorcycle
from the factory, two ignition keys
are supplied together with a small tag
bearing the key number. Make a note
of the key number and store the spare
key and key number tag in a safe place
away from the motorcycle.
Caution
Caution
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