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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: How to start the motorcycle if the active key is not working

Ducati Diavel Service Manual / Electric system and engine control system / The hands free system / How to start the motorcycle if the active key is not working

If no keyboard is detected, the dashboard does not switch on. Ensure that the active key is within the operating range of 1.5 Metres and that the key battery is charged. If the state of charge of the key battery is not known, place either the active or passive key on the seat and start the motorcycle normally while keeping the key in this position.

The photo illustrates where to place the passive key or the active key, if its battery is flat.

How to start the engine
With the motorcycle off and the dashboard on, the on/off switch is turned to "run off" With the motorcycle and dashboard on, the on/off switch is turned to "run off". To start the engine, ...

How to start the motorcycle without keys
To start the motorcycle when necessary with no active or passive key, switch the dashboard on by pressing the button on the hands free system (located under the plastic shield at the front of the ...

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Reassembling the clutch
Position the spacer (13). Fit the flat ring (11) and the belleville washer (10) on the clutch center (12), so that the convex side faces the clutch drum. Locate the belleville washer (8). Apply the prescribed grease to the thread of the gearbox primary shaft and the mating surfac ...

Recovery procedure in the event of electric steering lock fault
If any fault occurs during activation of the electric steering lock: for example, if the pin jams, if the handlebar is moved while the pin is deployed or if there is excessive strain on the electric pin actuator motor, the electric steering lock is automatically disengaged and the hands free s ...

Pre-ride checks
Warning failure to carry out these checks before riding, may lead to motorcycle damage and injury to rider and passenger. Before riding, perform a thorough check-up on your bike as follows: Fuel level in the tank Check the fuel level in the tank. Fill tank if needed (page 140). Engine oil le ...

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