Openings

Theft protection

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Electronic immobilizer

The key contains an electronic chip with a specific code. When the ignition is switched on, this code must be recognised for the engine to start.

This electronic immobiliser locks the engine management system a few moments after the ignition is switched off, and prevents the engine from being started illegally.

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