Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Checking protection and safety device components
Checking the side stand switch
Remove the switch (1) from the side stand undoing screw (2) and disconnect the main wiring connector from the switch (see paragraph "routing of wiring on frame", sect. 6 - 1).
Use an analogue or digital multimeter (sect. 6 - 11, Using a multimeter to check the electrical systems) to check switch operation (see table).
Note
The same test may be carried out using the "dds" tester (sect. 6 - 11,
Diagnostic instruments). 
0 = Open contact
X = closed contact
Refit switch (1) to side stand and tighten the screw (2) to a torque of 5 nm +/-10 (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings).
Checking the fuses
The main fuse box (1) and the secondary one (2) are located in the tool tray;
to reach the fuse box remove the seat as
specified under sect. 5 - 3 "Removal of the seat".
The fuses are accessed b ...
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High beam lights not working
Fault codes
The hi beam light on the (slave) dashboard flashes at 1hz frequency.
Wiring diagram
Location of elements on motorcycle
(A) injection relay; (b) etv relay (throttle valve operating engine); (c)
radiator fan relay; (d) hands free relay.
Fuses located at the rear left of the ...
Trip 2 meter
This function shows the distance travelled since the trip
meter was last reset (in km or miles depending on the
specific application).
Holding the button (1, fig. 14) ?
pressed for 3 seconds
when this function is displayed resets the trip meter.
When the reading exceeds 9999.9, Distance t ...
Chain lubrication
The chain fitted on your motorcycle has o-rings that keep dirt
out of and lubricant inside the sliding parts.
So as not to damage these seals when cleaning the chain,
use special solvents and avoid aggressive washing with highpressure
steam cleaners.
After cleaning, blow the chain dry with ...