Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Removal of the camshafts
Unscrew and remove the screws (7) and the o-rings (8) from the cylinder head covers.
Remove the cylinder head cover (6).
Remove the gaskets (4) and (9).
Repeat the same procedure for the other cylinder head cover. Unscrew the screws (3) securing the camshaft supports.
Withdraw the camshaft supports (22) and (23) straight out from the cylinder head, taking care not to damage the machined faces and locating dowels (11).
Remove the exhaust camshaft (14) and the intake camshaft (15), and slide off the sealing rings (17) on their ends.
Repeat the same procedure for the other cylinder head.
If necessary, unscrew the stud bolts (2) from the cylinder heads.
Camshafts
Head
Stud bolt
Special screw
Sealing washer
Horizontal cylinder head cover
Vertical cylinder head cover
Special screw
O-ring
Head gasket
Screw
Pin
Union
Clamp
Horizont ...
Checking the camshafts and supports
Check the cam contact surfaces for scratches, grooves, steps and waving.
Worn cams are frequently the cause of poor timing, which leads to loss of engine
power.
Place the camshaft between two ...
Other materials:
Removal of the intake manifold and coolant union
Loosen the clips (f) and remove the hoses (t).
Remove the manifolds (25) undoing the screws (21).
Loosen the clamp (a) and remove the hose (b). Remove the union (12) and
recover the seal (24).
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Inspection of the gear selector drum
Use a gauge to measure the clearance between fork pin and the slot on the
selector drum.
If the service limit is exceeded, determine which part must be replaced by
comparing these dimensions with those of new
components (sect. 3 - 1.1, Gearbox).
Also check the wear on the drum support pin ...
Filling the clutch circuit
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 case of accidental contact, wash the affected area
thoroughly with plenty of running water.
Remove cover (1) and membrane from the clut ...