Security for vehicle starting
US7768377B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 20, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 3, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 15, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60R2325/105
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method of providing security for a vehicle starting system. The method including a first step of storing secure information identifying an authorized user of a vehicle. A next step includes detecting an attempt to start a vehicle without an authorized coded starting device. A next step includes placing a telephone call using a vehicle communication device to a service operator requesting service. A next step includes calling the vehicle by the service operator. A next step includes confirming the particular user of the vehicle using the stored information. A next step includes authorizing the starting of the vehicle. Unauthorized coded starting devices can include a non-programmable key, an unprogrammed programmable key, and a code scanning device.
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