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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Introduction to the "hands free" system

The hands free system allows the rider to start the engine without physically using the ignition key. The ignition key merely has to be in the vicinity of the motorcycle, such as in the rider's pocket, for example, in order to use the vehicle.

Compared to the standard ignition switches the hands free system allows having the hands completely free during usual actions (i.E. Engine ignition/stop, dashboard switch on/off) and engaging/disengaging the steering lock.

The electric steering lock used with the hands free system locks the handlebar either in the fully right or fully left position, offering greater versatility when parking.

The hands free system consists of the following components:

The hands free system is connected to the other computers (nodes) on the motorcycle and to the dashboard via the can line. Through this connection, the system can either enable (key detected and recognised) or disable (key not detected or not recognised - immobilizer function) engine start. Any relevant information messages, such as battery key low warning or no key warning, are displayed on the tank dashboard.

The hands free system
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Operating principle
Introduction The hands free system features two separate on/off buttons, either one of which may be used as preferred by the rider. For practical reasons, we recommend using the button on the ha ...

Other materials:

Specific tools for the engine
88713.2011.Tool to lock crankshaft at top dead centre 88713.2676 .Wrench for tightening cylinder head nuts 88713.2103 Stand for cylinder head assembly 88765.1657 Timing check tool 88713.1821 Wrench for tightening timing belt tensioner pulley shafts 88713.2861 Camshaft oi ...

Removal of the clutch master cylinder assembly
Warning The clutch master cylinder manufacturer advises against servicing of the clutch master cylinder (1) due to the safetycritical nature of this component. Incorrect overhaul of this component could endanger rider safety. Maintenance operations of the master cylinder are limited to replac ...

Low hands free key (hf) battery level
The activation of this (amber yellow) "warning" indicates that the hands free system has detected that the battery that permits the active key (1, fig. 62) To communicate and turn the vehicle on is almost discharged. Note In this case, ducati recommends replacing the battery as soon ...

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