Ducati Diavel Owners Manual: Reporting of safety defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) in addition to notifying ducati north america. If nhtsa receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, nhtsa cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or ducati north america. To contact nhtsa, you may either call the auto safety hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in washington, d.C. Area) or write to: nhtsa, 1200 new jersey avenue se w43-488, washington, d.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline.
Safety warnings
Traffic rules vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Know the regulations in your jurisdiction before riding this motorcycle.
Warning
This motorcycle is designed and intended for use on streets and other smooth, paved areas only. Do not use this motorcycle on unpaved surfaces. Such use could lead to upset or other accident.
Noise emission warranty
Ducati motor s.P.A. Warrants that this exhaust system, at the time of sale, meets all applicable u.S. Epa federal noise standards. This warranty extends to the first person who buys this exhaust system for purposes other than resale, and to all subsequent buyers. Warranty claims should be directed to: ducati north america, 10443 bandley drive, cupertino, california, 95014 tel: 001.408.253.0499 - Fax: 001.408.253.4099.
Noise and exhaust emission control
system information
Source of emissions
The combustion process produces carbon monoxide and
hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons is very important
because under certain conditions, they react to form
photochemical s ...
Other materials:
Air temperature sensor
Introduction
The engine control system on the diavel uses a sensor that measures air
temperature. This sensor has a resistance of
ntc type (negative temperature coefficient), that reduces its own value when the
temperature increases. The air
temperature sensor allows the engine control unit t ...
Checking brake pad wear and changing brake pads
Warning
Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paintwork. Avoid contact
with eyes and skin. In the case of accidental contact,
wash the affected area thoroughly with plenty of running water.
Important
On handing over the motorcycle after changing the brake pads, inform the
customer that th ...
General maintenance indications
Useful tips
Ducati recommends that you follow the instructions below in order to prevent
problems and obtain the best end result:
When diagnosing faults, primary consideration should always be given to
what the customer reports about motorcycle
operation since this information can highli ...