Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Checking the camshafts and supports
Check the cam contact surfaces for scratches, grooves, steps and waving.
Worn cams are frequently the cause of poor timing, which leads to loss of engine power.
Place the camshaft between two centres and check the run-out on the areas indicated using two dial gauges.
Service limit: 0.1 Mm.
Visually inspect the camshaft tracks for scoring and abnormal wear. If any of the above defects are found, the camshaft should be renewed.
If you find scoring or excessive wear, check the operation of the engine lubrication circuit.
Removal of the camshafts
Unscrew and remove the screws (7) and the o-rings (8) from the cylinder head
covers.
Remove the cylinder head cover (6).
Remove the gaskets (4) and (9).
Repeat the same procedure fo ...
Refitting the camshafts
If the stud bolts (2) were removed, apply the recommended threadlocker to the
short end of the stud bolts (2), i.E. The
end that is to be screwed into the cylinder head. Tighten the stud bolts (2) ...
Other materials:
Removal of the fuel tank
On the usa version remove the canister filter as indicated in sect. 8 - 10,
"Removal of the evaporative emissions
canister".
Loosen and remove the front retaining screw (4)
Remove the flange cover (a) by loosening the screws (b), disconnect the
quick-release fittings (c) from the fl ...
Electrical components support
Clip
Screw
Voltage regulator
Battery fixing bracket
Battery support
Vibration damper mount
Hose clip
Vibration damper mount
Clip
Washer
Screw
Cover
Cable grommet
Battery
Battery mat
Screw
Bracket
Solenoid starter
Spring washer
Spacer
Screw
Horn
Scre ...
Communication antenna
Introduction
The communication antenna enables the hands free system to detect and
communicate with the active or passive key.
The active key is detectable within a range of 1.5 Metres, whereas the passive
key (or active key with flat battery) can
only be detected if placed in contact with ...