INFO. ON NEW IGNITION KEY BAR CODED IDENTIFICATION TAG

SUBJECT: INFORMATION ON NEW IGNITION KEY BAR CODED IDENTIFICATION TAG

VEHICLES AFFECTED: 1993 "C,D,E,F,H,K,V,Y" MODELS

This bulletin applies to all models equipped with PASSKEY theft deterrent system.

Beginning in late February, 1993, all C/D/E/F/H/K/V/Y models will be delivered with a bar code tag placed on the vehicle's key ring. A sample tag is shown in Figure 1. With implementation of the bar code tag system, the knock-out plugs previously supplied on ignition keys will be deleted.

In addition to bar code information, printed key-cut codes will be included on the key tag. This information will replace the key-cut information which was previously stamped on the key knock-out plug. Please note that the key-cut codes on the label apply to the ignition keys only. Knock-out plugs will continue to be provided with door keys.

At the time of delivery, the bar code tag should be treated the same as knock-out plugs have been treated in the past. The ignition bar code tag and knock-out plugs from the door key should be provided to the owner at the time of delivery, and the owner should be advised to keep the tag and knock-out plugs in a safe place.

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