Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Disassembly of the crankshaft/connecting rods assembly

Removal of the crankshaft/connecting rods assembly

After separating the crankcase halves, withdraw the crankshaft (6) complete with connecting rods (2). ...

Overhaul of the connecting rods

Make the following dimensional checks on the connecting rods: Clearance with gudgeon pin on assembly. In the event of excessive wear (sect. 3 - 1.1, Crankshaft), replace the connecting rod. ...

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Refitting the timing covers
Locate vertical cylinder external cover (25), horizontal cylinder external cover (3) and central external cover (1) by starting the screws (4). Apply the recommended threadlocker to the screws (4). Tighten the screws (4) to a torque of 10 nm (min. 9 Nm - max. 11 Nm) (sect. 3 - 3, Engine t ...

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 ...

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 ...