INFO. ON NEW IGNITION KEY BAR CODED IDENTIFICATION TAG

SUBJECT: INFORMATION ON NEW IGNITION KEY BAR CODED IDENTIFICATION TAG

MODELS AFFECTED: 1993 FIREBIRD AND BONNEVILLE MODELS

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

Beginning in late February, 1993, all Firebird and Bonneville 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.

General Motors bulletins are intended for use by professional technicians, not a "do-it-yourselfer". They are written to inform those technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or to provide information that could assist in the proper service of a vehicle. Properly trained technicians have the equipment, tools, safety instructions and know-how to do a job properly and safely. If a condition is described, do not assume that the bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that condition. See a General Motors dealer servicing your brand of General Motors vehicle for information on whether your vehicle may benefit from the information.