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Disabling the immobilizer & fitting a new instrument panel

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mcwilljg

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When I purchased my '06 Breva in 2009 I received one key and no user code. I was unaware of the existence of an immobilizer and the need to have either two keys, or one key and the user access code, in order to be able to duplicate keys or reprogram the ECU. The bike was a trade-in at a Kawasaki dealer and they hadn't gotten this info from the original owner. I've given up trying to trace down the previous owner after an extensive internet & telephone search.

I recently purchased a new take-off instrument panel to replace the faulty panel on the Breva, but not knowing the secret user code prevents me from mounting the new panel permanently. Currently I can get the new panel to work by:
1. turning on the key
2. entering the code "00000" when prompted
3. the instrument panel is now initialized and working, but a message comes up, "Now enter the user code"

It will work without the user code, but the "Service" light remains on, and the next time I start the bike I must go through the sequence of steps listed in the previous paragraph. Nice as an anti-theft device, but a pain for every day riding. I think this issue could be solved by simply disabling the immobilizer, but is there any way to access the on board computer and retrieve the user code?

Does anyone have a workable solution to this problem?

Thanks,
Joe
 
Re: Disabling the immobilizer & fitting a new instrument pan

The string of zeros is the initial user code. Enter a new code and it should accept it. Most use the maintenance code as the user code. If it doesn't work, a dealer with an updated navigator can reset the dash and allow you to input your own user code.
 
Re: Disabling the immobilizer & fitting a new instrument pan

You can turn off the Immobilizer light in the MENU ....

User code is just to differentiate two different riders.. Has no effect on the MC.

Turn off the SERVICE code by going into the MENU as if you had just done a service and resetting it for anther 6250 mile service...

Good Luck :D
 
Re: Disabling the immobilizer & fitting a new instrument pan

sempervee said:
User code is just to differentiate two different riders.. Has no effect on the MC.


Good Luck :D
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Not true, it is not like different accounts on a computer. The user code is used if the immobilizer doesn't recognize a key (so you can start the bike), or if you need to add a key.
 
Re: Disabling the immobilizer & fitting a new instrument pan

john zibell said:
sempervee said:
User code is just to differentiate two different riders.. Has no effect on the MC.


Good Luck :D
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Not true, it is not like different accounts on a computer. The user code is used if the immobilizer doesn't recognize a key (so you can start the bike), or if you need to add a key.
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Ohhh.... OK. I asked about this and M.I. in Seattle told me what I said...Just to differeciate riders.. Your answer makes more sense.
 
Re: Disabling the immobilizer & fitting a new instrument pan

john zibell said:
The string of zeros is the initial user code. Enter a new code and it should accept it. Most use the maintenance code as the user code. If it doesn't work, a dealer with an updated navigator can reset the dash and allow you to input your own user code.
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I wouldn't use the service code, anyone could know that.
My dealer uses the owners date of birth, very few owners forget that, and few others will know it.
 
Re: Disabling the immobilizer & fitting a new instrument pan

Brian UK said:
john zibell said:
The string of zeros is the initial user code. Enter a new code and it should accept it. Most use the maintenance code as the user code. If it doesn't work, a dealer with an updated navigator can reset the dash and allow you to input your own user code.
Click to expand...
I wouldn't use the service code, anyone could know that.
My dealer uses the owners date of birth, very few owners forget that, and few others will know it.
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Who would steal a Guzzi?

When traded in, the dealer won't write down a one off user code. Also do you want a stranger (next owner) to know your birthday?
 
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