Ducati Diavel Service Manual: How to use this manual
How to use this manual
This manual has been prepared for technical personnel at ducati authorized service centres with the aim of providing fundamental information on how to work in accordance with the modern concepts of "best practice" and "safety in the workplace" during the maintenance, repair or replacement of original components of the cycle parts and engine of this motorcycle.
All operations described in this manual must be carried out by experienced, skilled technicians, who are required to follow the manufacturer's instructions in full.
Some information has been intentionally omitted, as we believe that all specialised technicians should have a basic technical background. Additional information on how to install various components is provided in the spare parts catalogue.
Important
This manual also describes the essential checks to be carried out prior to delivery of the motorcycle.
Ducati motor holding s.P.A. Declines all liability for any technical errors or omissions in this manual and reserves the right to make changes made necessary by the technical evolution of its products without prior notice.
The information contained herein was correct at the time of going to press.
Important
Reproduction or disclosure of all or part of the contents of this manual is strictly forbidden. All rights on this manual are reserved for ducati motor holding s.P.A. Applications for authorisation for reproduction must be submitted in writing and must specify the reasons for such reproduction.
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Layout of the manual
This manual is divided into sections (1), each identified by a letter.
Each section (1) is made up of several chapters (2), which are numbered consecutively.
The chapters (2) may be further subdivided into paragraphs (3).
The manual describes all repair operations starting from the fully assembled motorcycle.
The full procedure is described up to the point in which the motorcycle is restored to its fully assembled starting condition.
Important
Some of the sections of this manual are not included, since the motorcycle in question is not equipped with the relevant parts.
Important
The structure of the manual has been designed so that all the models types of the ducati motor holding products can be included.
To facilitate consultation of the manual, the table of contents is identical for all motorcycle models.
General
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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
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Other materials:
Coolant temperature
This function indicates coolant indication state.
The temperature unit of measure can be selected (C or f).
The reading is indicated as follows:
if the reading is between - 39C and +39C "lo" is shown flashing on the
dashboard (steady);
if the reading is between +40C and +120C it appears on t ...
Removal of the shock absorber support
Remove the rear brake master cylinder (sect. 7 - 4, Removing of the rear
brake control).
Remove the rear shock absorber (see removal of the rear shock absorber of this
section).
Loosen the screws (2) and (7) and their nuts (35).
Remove the side stand (sect. 7 - 16, Removing of the ...
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) to
a torque of 10 nm (min. 9 Nm - max. 11
Nm) (sect. 3 - 3, Engine torque settings).
Check t ...