This function turns on the motorcycle "temporarily" in the case of hf (hands free) system "malfunctions".
To activate the function, press the "emergency" hands free button (7, fig. 87) If the motorcycle cannot be turned on using the normal starter button.
After pressing the button, the instrument panel activates the "insert pin code" indication on the display with four dashes "- - - -" in the bottom line highlighted in green to enter the 4 digit pin code.
Entering the code: press the reset button (12, fig. 12); Each time you press the
button (2, fig. 14) ?"
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the displayed
number increases from "0" to "9" and then returns to "0";
to confirm the number, press the reset button (12, fig. 12);
Repeat the procedure until inserting the fourth digit;
press the reset button (12, fig. 12) Again to confirm.
If the code is incorrect, the instrument panel will return to the four dashes " - - - - " indication in order to enter the code again.
Note
There is no limit to the number of times the code can be re-entered; the instrument panel will turn off automatically 120 seconds after an attempt to enter the code.
If the entered code was correctly, the message "correct" will flash on the display for 3 seconds. After 3 seconds, the instrument panel will return to the "normal" view (with all indications active).
From this moment, the vehicle can be started using the start button (key-on).
Note
The vehicle can be started until a key-off is performed; if the problem still persists upon the next starting attempt, repeat the procedure from the beginning in order to start the motorcycle "temporarily".
Important
If this procedure is necessary in order to start the vehicle, contact an authorised ducati service centre as soon as possible to fix the problem.

Key-on/key-off using the pin code (immobilizer release)
Lh switchPassive key
Introduction
The passive key (1) is used when the active key is not working correctly or
is not available.
The passive key works as a transponder, and must therefore be placed physically
onto the antenna to work.
The mechanical part (2) of the key is used to open the seat or the tank plug ...
Recovery procedure in the event of hands free system fault
If the hands free system can no longer communicate with the other control
units over the can network (with the
dashboard or engine on), the following icon is shown on the tank dashboard:
The following image shows the icon appearing on the tank dashboard: this
indicates that the hands free sy ...
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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