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Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Tank filler plug

Note


To open or close the tank filler plug using the active key, set the metal part in the middle position, as shown on page 86.

Opening

Lift the cover (1, fig. 100) And insert the active or passive key into the lock. Give the key a 1/4 turn clockwise to unlock.

Lift the plug (2, fig. 101).

Tank filler plug


Closing

Close the cap (2, fig. 101) With the key inserted and press it into its seat. Remove the key and replace the lock cover (1, fig. 100).

Note


The cap can only be closed with the key inserted.

Warning


Always make sure you have properly refitted (see page 140) and closed the plug after each refuelling.

Tank filler plug


Seat lock

Work latch (1, fig. 102) To remove the seat and access to the underseat compartment and any other device under it.

Seat lock


Position on the vehicle
Tank filler plug. Seat lock. Side stand. Rear-view mirrors. Front fork adjusters. Rear shock absorber adjusters. Catalytic converter. Exhaust silencer (see "warning" on ...

Side stand
Insert the active or passive key in the lock (1, fig. 102), Turn it clockwise and simultaneously apply downward pressure in the area of the catch to release the pin. Pull the seat backwards to rele ...

Other materials:

Removal of the fuel tank fairings
Remove the rh air inlet (7) by loosening screws (6) and (9). Undo the retaining screw (3) of the rh front half-fairing (1). Slightly pull the pin (a) to disengage it from the seal (b), and remove the rh front half-fairing (1) by sliding it onwards and releasing the tabs (c) from the ...

Overhauling the front forks
Note It is advisable to loosen the top cap (14) when the fork is still fitted to the motorcycle. Note The specific tools for the revision of the fork, are described in sect. 3 - 4, Specific tools for the frame. Loosen the spring preload adjuster before unscrewing the plug (14). Unscrew th ...

Refitting the rear wheel eccentric hub and rear wheel shaft
Refitting is the reverse of removal, with attention to the following points. If the calliper bracket locating pin (14) was removed, apply the recommended threadlocker on reassembly. Tighten the pin (14) to the torque of 33 nm +/- 5% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings). If previously ...

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