Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Maintenance operations
Reading of the error memory with dds on the engine control units, vehicle and abs
Check if there are errors by following the procedure described in the paragraph "guided diagnosis" (sect. 6 - 11).
- Check engine oil level
- Changing the engine oil and filter cartridge
- Checking valve clearances
- Spark plugs replacement
- Changing and cleaning the air filters
- Checking the coolant level
- Changing the coolant
- Changing the brake fluid
- Changing the clutch fluid
- Draining the clutch hydraulic circuit
- Filling the clutch circuit
- Adjusting the steering head bearings
- Adjusting the chain tension
- Checking brake pad wear and changing brake pads
- Adjusting the throttle cable
- Adjusting the clutch lever and front brake lever
- Adjusting the position of the gear change and rear brake pedals
- Adjusting the front fork
- Adjusting the rear shock absorber
Scheduled maintenance chart
Operations to be carried out by the dealer
List of operations to be performed at 1000 km
Reading of the error memory with dds on the engine control units, vehicle and
abs
Change the engine oil
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Check engine oil level
Check the engine oil level through the sight glass (1) on the right-hand side
of the oil sump.
Stop the engine and allow a few minutes for the oil to settle to a steady level.
Oil level must b ...
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Changing the clutch fluid
Warning
Clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces if spilled on them. It is
also very harmful if it comes into contact with the skin or
with the eyes; in the event of accidental contact wash the affected area with
abundant running water.
Remove cover (1) and membrane from the clutch fluid res ...
Adjusting the rear shock absorber
The adjuster (1) located on the lower connection holding the shock absorber
to the swingarm adjusts the damping during
the rebound phase (return).
The knob (2), located on the left side of the motorcycle, adjusts the preload of
the shock absorber external spring.
Turn the adjuster (1) clock ...
Injectors
Introduction
The injectors used on the diavel are top feed units, meaning that fuel is fed
into the top of the injector itself. The
injectors contain a winding which raises a needle when electrically energised.
This opens the atomiser nozzle, through
which pressurised fuel is dispensed, gener ...