Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Hazardous products - warnings

Symbols - abbreviations - references

To allow quick and easy consultation, this manual uses graphic symbols to highlight situations in which maximum care is required, as well as practical advice or information. Pay attention to the ...

General safety rules

Carbon monoxide When a maintenance operation must be performed with the engine running, maker sure that the working area is wellventilated. Never run the engine in an enclosed space. Warning E ...

Other materials:

Lubricating cables and joints
Check the outer sheath of the throttle control and cold start lever cables for damage at regular intervals. The outer plastic cover should not be flattened or cracked. Operate the controls to make sure the inner cables slide smoothly inside the outer sheath: if you feel any friction or catching, ...

Checking drive chain tension
Important Have chain tension adjusted by a ducati dealer or authorised service centre. Make the rear wheel turn until you find the position where chain is tightest. Set the vehicle on the side stand. Push down the chain at the point of measurement and release. Measure the distance betwee ...

Fuel, lubricants and other fluids
Important Do not use additives in fuel or lubricants. Engine oil A good quality engine oil has special properties. Use only a highly detergent engine oil with certified se, sf or sg or higher service ratings as marked on the container. Viscosity Sae 15w-50 The other viscosity grades ...