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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Removal of the expansion tank

Removal of the expansion tank


Loosen the clamp (6), open the hose guide (a) and slide the hose (7) out of the radiator.

Removal of the expansion tank


Open clamps (14) and release the hoses that pass through them.

Loosen the screws (16).

Remove the tank (12) with its hoses (7) and (20) and the support (15).

Removal of the expansion tank


Removal of the expansion tank


Loosen the clamp (19) to remove the hoses (7) and (20) from the tank.

Loosen the screws (18) and remove the supporting plate (15).

Removal of the expansion tank


Coolant expansion tank
Plug Screw Fuel filler flange Clip nut Clamp Hose clip Valve/tank hose Clamp Screw Spacer Rubber mounting Expansion reservoir Filler cap Hose clip Support Screw ...

Refitting the expansion tank
If the support (15) has been removed, place the hose clamps (14) on the bracket (15) orienting them as indicated. Fully press the pins (a) to block the clamps (14) until pins surfaces (b) are at ...

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Checking and overhauling the components
Clearance between the clutch drum and friction plates Insert a friction plate (e) in the clutch drum (f) and measure the clearance (s) with a feeler gauge. Clearance "s" must not exceed 0.6 Mm. If it does, renew the plates and, if necessary, the clutch drum. Overhaul of the clutch plat ...

Protective apparel
Always wear a helmet. Most motorcycle accident fatalities are due to head injuries. For safety eye protection, gloves, and high top, sturdy boots should also be worn. The exhaust system becomes very hot during operation, never touch the exhaust system. Wear clothing that fully covers your ...

Adjusting the throttle cable
The throttle grip in all steering positions must have free play, measured on the periphery of the flange of the grip, of 1.5 - 2.0 Mm. If necessary, adjust using the adjusters (1) and (2) located on the steering tube on the right side of the motorcycle. Adjuster (1) adjusts the throttle o ...

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