Antitheft - Information on the Immobilizer System: Overview

Bulletin No.
96-051

Issue Date
NOV 4, 1996

Model
1997
PRELUDE

Applicable To
ALL

File Under
ELECTRICAL

Information on the Immobilizer System

The 1997 Prelude is equipped with a theft deterrent feature called the immobilizer system. When the correct key is used in the ignition switch, a transponder inside the key sends an identification (ID) code to the immobilizer receiver. The receiver then sends the code to the immobilizer control unit, allowing the engine to start. If an incorrect key is used in the ignition switch, the engine's fuel delivery and starter circuits are disabled.

This bulletin gives you information on system components, adding or replacing keys, replacing components, and emergency starting procedures. Additional information on the immobilizer system is in section 23 of the 1997 Prelude Service Manual and in the PROformance 1997 Prelude Technician's Information Guide.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

None. This Service Bulletin is for information only.