engine RENAULT KANGOO 1997 KC / 1.G Anti Theft System Manual
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CONTENTS PAGE 
Version 1.0  09/02 
SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 
APPLICATIONS 
CONNECTOR LOCATIONS 
GENERAL OPERATION 
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APPLICATIONS MANUAL 
RENAULT ANTI THEFT SYSTEM   
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APPLICATIONS 
VEHICLE MODEL YEAR CABLE 
CLIO II ALL MODELS ADC110 
KANGOO II ALL MODELS ADC110 
MEGANE 99 >ON ADC110 
MEGANE SCENIC 99 > ON ADC110 
LAGUNA II ALL MODELS ADC110 
TRAFFIC II ALL MODELS ADC110 
KANGOO II SYSTEM  IDENTIFICATION 
 
NORMAL KANGOO 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
KANGOO II   
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CONNECTOR LOCATIONS 
CLIO II 
MEGANE   
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CONNECTOR LOCATIONS 
LAGUNA II 
MEGANE SCENIC   
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GENERAL OPERATION 
INTRODUCTION 
 
The Renault Immobiliser system uses either Infra Red or Radio Frequency for Plip key 
operation and transponder key technology for key entry and starting. The Infra Red and 
RF systems uses a rolling code system to ensure the vehicle system cannot be 
breached. 
 
Activation of the Immobiliser system is indicated by the LED indicator in the Instrument 
cluster. If there is a fault in the system, an emergency access code can be used to dis-
able the system using the central door locking button or key and the LED to enter the 
code. 
 
On petrol vehicles the immobiliser is carried out by the Fuel Injection system and on Die-
sel systems it is carried out by the coded solenoid valve. 
 
The immobiliser system automatically sets itself after 10 minutes if both doors are closed, 
this can be 30 minutes in other countries. If the ignition is switched OFF and one of the 
front doors is opened, then the immobiliser sets itself after 1 minute, in other countries it 
can be 10 minutes. 
 
To disarm the system the doors must be locked and unlocked using the plip key func-
tions. Only 2 plips can be operated on this system. 
 
The immobiliser key system operates independently of the Plip system. When the key is 
turned to the Ignition OFF position the immobiliser activates after 10 seconds. This sys-
tem used 2 special matched keys with coded transponders. 
 
The system comprises of Receiver aerial around the ignition lock, a decoder unit located 
under the dashboard, which sends the decoding signal to the Fuel Injection computer or 
coded solenoid valve, and the RED warning light. 
 
Key programming and Plip programming can be performed using the AD100 and if the 
relevant security code for the vehicle is available. 
 
The security code is normally displayed in the front of the service book, if not can only be 
obtained from a Renault dealer. 
 
   
 
 
 
 
 
   
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GENERAL OPERATION 
Decoder Unit (BII) 
This system is similar to many other immobilizer systems as it uses a transponder within 
the head of the key to send its code to the immobilizer when interrogated via the immobi-
lizer ignition key barrel antenna. The code from the key is transferred to the Decoder Unit 
which has the following functions: 
•  Decoding the key transponder signal, via the antenna coil 
• Management of the engine immobilizer system by sending the received code to ei-
ther the EMS-ECM (Petrol engine) or the Coded Solenoid Valve (Fuel Cut-off valve 
for diesel engines) to authorize the vehicle to be started 
• Control of the immobilizer LED 
• Central door locking functions (if fitted) 
• Courtesy light control (part of central locking if fitted) 
 
Multi Timer Unit (BMT)
 
The Multi Timer Unit has the same immobilizer function as the Decoder Unit above using 
an ignition key with a transponder and an ignition key barrel antenna. The Multi Timer 
Unit has the following functions (amongst others): 
•  Decoding the key transponder signal, via the antenna coil 
• Management of the engine immobilizer system by sending the received code to ei-
ther the EMS-ECM (Petrol engine) or the Coded Solenoid Valve (Fuel Cut-off valve 
for diesel engines) to authorize the vehicle to be started 
• Control of the immobilizer LED 
• Central door locking functions (if fitted) 
• Courtesy light control (part of central locking if fitted) 
Type 'I' Key Recognition Optional IR Rolling Code - Petrol/Diesel 
This system can be used with or without an Infrared Remote Control, which would require 
a separate control unit. 
Type 'J' Coded Card instead of Key 
This system is an immobilizer only, a separate system must be used to operate the cen-
tral locking, however, a Coded Card may contain a remote control transmitter for gaining 
entry to the vehicle.   
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GENERAL OPERATION 
Coded Card 
The coded card system was introduced for the latest Laguna models and eliminates the 
use of 'ignition keys' and, optionally, 'door locking keys'. Instead of a key the driver has a 
coded card that, optionally, unlocks the door and after insertion into a card reader, sets 
self-retaining relays to supply the various systems/circuit in the vehicle (equivalent to the 
ignition switch), deactivates the immobiliser to allow the vehicle to be started and unlocks 
the electric steering lock. The code is a random rolling code to reduce the chances of 
simulation. 
The engine is started via an engine start/stop push switch, which when pushed will ener-
gize the starter. If pressed again the switch will stop the engine and removing the card 
will break the retaining circuit to the main relay and the vehicle will shut down all systems 
and circuits except any required to remain on, e.g. lighting circuits, hazard lights etc. The 
following are the immobilizer functions: 
•  Decodes the signal from the card via the card reader 
• Sends a signal to the electric steering column lock 
• Communicates with the EMS-ECM 
• Controls the immobilizer LED and the card reader light 
• Communicates with the immobilizer 
This system uses a multiplexing system to send data to peripheral devices, namely the 
electric steering lock, diagnostic socket, EMS-ECM and the LED in the instrument pack. 
All Systems
 
Each system has a visual indication of the immobilizer status but whether or not it has a 
separate red LED to that of the EMS-ECM is dependent upon the system. If it shares and 
LED with the EMS-ECM this will flash regularly when the immobilizer is active and is also 
used to indicate acceptance of the security code numbers manually entered using the 
door locking button. In general the following functions are indicated by the LED: 
•  Activation of the immobilizer 
• Non recognition of the Coded Card or Coded Keys 
• System fault 
• Fault with the EMS-ECM immobilizer function 
• Fault with the Electric Steering Lock (Coded Card only) 
• Signal of entry into door locking remote control resynchronization mode (Decoder/
Multi Timer systems only) 
• If a fault with the EMS-ECM immobilizer circuit occurs whilst the vehicle is in motion 
the immobilizer LED will flash during deceleration and when at idle speed. 
   
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GENERAL OPERATION 
 Model Year Immobilizer Type Version 
Kangoo 10/97 D  V2 
   10/97  F  V2 
   10/97  H  V2 
Master (XD0)  10/97  D  V2 
   10/97  F  V2 
   10/97  H  V2 
Clio I  07/94  A  V1 
   04/95  C  V1 
   04/95  D  V1 & V2 
   12/95  F  V2 
   12/96  E  V2 
Clio II  03/98  H  V2 
   06/01  J  V3 
Safrane 01/93 A  V1 
   05/93  B  V1 
   02/95  C  V1 
   10/95  E  V2 
   09/96  G  V2 
   01/97  H  V2 
Laguna I  02/94  A  V1 
   07/94  B  V1 
   01/95  C  V1 
   11/95  D  V1 & V2 
   09/95  E  V2 
   11/95  F  V2 
   01/97  H  V2 
Laguna II  01/00  J  V3 
Express 04/95 C  V1 
   01/96  E  V2 
Megane 11/95 C  V1 
   11/95  D  V2 
   01/96  E  V2 
   01/96  F  V2 
   09/98  I  V2 
Espace (J63)  04/95  C  V1 
   09/95  E  V2 
Espace (JE0)  09/96  G  V2 
   01/97  H  V2 
Trafic I  10/95  C  V1 
   01/96  E  V2 
Trafic II  06/01  J  V3 
Twingo 01/95 C  V1 
   01/95  D  V2 
   12/99  H  V2 
R19 05/93 A  V1 
   03/95  C  V1 
R21 01/92 A  V1   
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GENERAL OPERATION 
All systems have the same end function, immobilizing the vehicle until the correct code is 
presented to the immobiliser unit. 
Type 'A' Infrared Remote Control Fixed Code - Petrol 
This system uses a combined immobiliser and central door locking control unit with a re-
mote infrared transmitter contained in the plastic keyhead. The transmitted code is fixed 
and when received by the control unit receiver it will generate a door open signal and si-
multaneously pass the code to the EMS-ECM. The EMS-ECM compares the received 
code against a stored code and if verified it will allow the engine to be started. This type is 
for petrol only vehicles and will allow up to seven keys to be used. 
Type 'B' Infrared Remote Control Fixed Code - Diesel 
This system uses a combined immobiliser and central door locking control unit with a re-
mote infrared transmitter contained in the plastic keyhead. The transmitted code is fixed 
and when received by the control unit receiver it will generate a door open signal and si-
multaneously pass the code to the Coded Solenoid Valve. The Coded Solenoid Valve 
compares the received code against a stored code and if verified it will allow the fuel to 
the engine. This type is for diesel only vehicles and will allow up to four keys to be used. 
Type 'C' Infrared Remote Control Rolling Code - Petrol 
This system uses a combined immobiliser and central door locking control unit with a re-
mote infrared transmitter contained in the plastic keyhead. The transmitted code is rolling 
to reduce the chances of the code being captured and used to enter the vehicle. The 
code when received by the control unit receiver it will generate a door open signal and 
simultaneously pass the code to the EMS-ECM. The EMS-ECM compares the received 
code against a stored code and if verified it will allow the fuel to the engine. This type is 
for petrol only vehicles and will allow up to seven keys to be used. 
Type 'D' Key Recognition - No Infrared Remote - Petrol 
This system uses key recognition only with no remote control of entry. A transponder in 
the keyhead reacts to a transmitted signal from a coil wrapped around the ignition key 
barrel. If the transponder code is the same as the stored code the EMS-ECM receives a 
signal to allow the engine to run. This type is for petrol only vehicles and will allow up to 
seven keys to be used. 
   
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GENERAL OPERATION 
Type 'E' Infrared Remote Control Rolling Code - Diesel 
This system uses a combined immobiliser and central door locking control unit with a re-
mote infrared transmitter contained in the plastic keyhead. The transmitted code is rolling 
to reduce the chances of the code being captured and used to enter the vehicle. The 
code when received by the control unit receiver it will generate a door open signal and 
simultaneously pass the code to the Coded Solenoid Valve. The Coded Solenoid Valve 
compares the received code against a stored code and if verified it will allow the fuel to 
the engine. This type is for diesel only vehicles and will allow up to four seven keys to be 
used dependent upon the type of shielding on the Coded Solenoid Valve. 
Type 'F' Key Recognition - No Infrared Remote - Diesel 
This system uses key recognition only with no remote control of entry. A transponder in 
the keyhead reacts to a transmitted signal from a coil wrapped around the ignition key 
barrel. If the transponder code is the same as the stored code the Coded Solenoid VAlve 
receives a signal to allow the engine to run. This type is for diesel only vehicles and will 
allow up to four or seven keys to be used depending upon the type of shielding on the 
Coded Solenoid Valve. 
Type 'G' Key Recognition + IR Rolling Code - 2 ECMs - Petrol/Diesel 
This system has both Infrared Remote Control and Key Recognition but have a separate 
control for each function. There is no interaction between the two controllers except thst 
they share common 'K' & 'L' diagnostic lines to the DLC and the Electric Door Button has 
an input to both to allow the code to be entered manually. This systems appears in both 
petrol and diesel vehicles and up to seven keys can be used. 
Type 'H' Key Recognition + IR Rolling Code - 2 ECMs - Petrol/Diesel 
Types 'H' and 'G' are exactly similar in their functionality but Type 'H' has a single inte-
grated control unit.