Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Spark plugs replacement
Check the colour of the ceramic insulation around the central electrode: an even, light brown colour indicates the engine is in good condition and running at the right temperature.
Inspect the centre electrode for wear and check spark plug gap, which should be: 0.8+/-0.1 Mm.
Important
Check the gap between the central and side electrodes. Replace the spark plug if taken value is different from the specified one or the spark plug shows clear signs of carbon settling.
Important
Do not use spark plugs with inadequate thermal rating or incorrect thread length.
The spark plug must be securely installed.
If a spark plug is loose, it can overheat and damage the engine.
Spark plug type
Make: ngk
Type: mar9a-j
Remove the coil-spark plugs wires (1), loosening the screws (2) of both spark plugs.
Using the appropriate tool 88713.2877 To replace the spark plugs.
Place the coil-spark plugs wires (1) in the relevant seats and tighten the screws (2) to a torque of 10 nm (min. 9 Nm - max. 11 Nm) (sect. 3 - 3, Engine torque settings).
Checking valve clearances
To check the valves clearance, it is necessary to have access to the cylinder
head covers and then remove the
components listed below.
Unscrew the two fixing screws (1) of the cover (2) accord ...
Changing and cleaning the air filters
The air filter must be replaced at the intervals described in the "scheduled
maintenance chart" (sect. 4 - 2).
Work on the vehicle right side, loosen screws (1) that secure the intake duct
(2 ...
Other materials:
The immobilizer system
For additional antitheft protection, the motorcycle is
equipped with an immobilizer, an electronic system that
locks the engine automatically whenever the ignition switch
is turned off.
The grip of each ignition key contains an electronic device
that modulates the output signal from a special ...
Refitting the fuel tank
If the fuel tank has been disassembled into its component parts, reposition
all the parts as shown in the exploded view.
In particular:
tighten the screws (13) to a torque of 5 nm +/-10% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque
settings).
Refit the tank by inserting its rear side into the pin on the ...
Removing the flywheel - generator assembly
Use the tool 88713.3367 Fixed to the m10 side stand fixing holes (d).
Secure the tool to the flywheel with the screws (e).
Unscrew the alternator-flywheel retaining nut (15).
Warning
While unscrewing the nut, apply axial pressure to the socket to
avoid damage or injury in the event of the ...