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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Checking valve clearances

To check the valves clearance, it is necessary to have access to the cylinder head covers and then remove the components listed below.

Checking valve clearances


Unscrew the two fixing screws (1) of the cover (2) according to the crankshaft.

Checking valve clearances


Fit the tool handgrip 88713.0123 In the holes of the generator cover to be able to turn the crankshaft so that the valve on which the control is carried out is in rest position.

With the valve in the rest position, slide a feeler gauge between rocker arm (a) and the lowest side of the cam (b) to measure the clearance.

The clearances must be within the specified limits:


Checking valve clearances


Checking valve clearances


With the valve in the rest position, slide a feeler gauge between closing rocker arm (c) and the highest side of the cam (d) to measure the clearance.


Checking valve clearances


Checking valve clearances


Checking valve clearances


If detected values exceed the specified limits, replace opening and/or closing shims, as described in paragraph "removing the valves" (sect. 9 - 4.5), With an adequate height to obtain the specified clearance.

Note

Opening rocker arm shims measuring from 1.8 To 3.45 Mm and closing rocker arm shims measuring from 2.2 To 4.5 Are available as spare parts. The size is punched on the shim.

Remove the handgrip tool 88713.0123 From the hole of the generator cover.

Make sure that the o-ring (3) is fitted on the cover (2).

Checking valve clearances


Refit the external cap (2) by tightening the two retaining screws (1) to a torque of 10 nm (min. 9 Nm - max. 11 Nm) (sect. 3 - 3, Engine torque settings).

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Change timing belts

To replace the timing system belts follow the procedures described in paragraph "removal of the movable tensioner/timing belt" and "refitting the timing belts" (sect. 9 - 4.2).

Changing the engine oil and filter cartridge
Note This operation has to be carried out with hot engine (but turned off) because the oil in these conditions is more fluid and its evacuation is faster and complete. Remove the drain plug (3) w ...

Spark plugs replacement
Check the colour of the ceramic insulation around the central electrode: an even, light brown colour indicates the engine is in good condition and running at the right temperature. Inspect the c ...

Other materials:

Backlighting setting function for the dashboard on handlebar - dashboard 2
This function allows backlighting setting of the dashboard on handlebar. To access the function it is necessary to view the ""setting" menu", using buttons (1) "s" or (2) "t" select the "back light" function and press the reset button (3) to enter the following page. Use button (1) "s" or ( ...

Removal of the clutch-side crankcase cover
Unscrew the screws (2), (3) and (5) securing the clutch-side crankcase cover (1). Tap around the edge of the cover with a plastic mallet to detach it from the crankcase half. Remove the clutch cover (1) paying attention to the centring bushing (12). Check the condition of the cent ...

Refitting the engine
Refitting is the reverse of removal. Important Apply recommended grease and tighten the special screws (6) to a torque of 60 nm +/- 5% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings). Tighten the nuts (3) to a torque of 48 nm +/- 5% (sect. 3 - 3, Frame torque settings). Warning For the assembly seque ...

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