The owner receives a set of keys comprising:
It contains the code used by the "hands free" system for the key-on, in different modes.
The active key (1, fig. 63) Is the one that is normally used: press button (a, fig. 63) To fully open the metal part, i.E.
Position (b, fig. 63). Holding depressed button (a, fig. 63) You can move the metal part and set it to the middle position (c, fig. 63); Once in place, release button to lock.
The metal part returns inside the grip by pushing it in.


The key contains a battery that must be replaced when the low key battery "warning" is displayed as soon as the instrument panel is turned on (fig. 64).
Note
In this case, replace the battery as soon as possible (page 88).
When the charge level goes below a certain limit, the key can only work in passive mode, like the passive key: in this case, the instrument panel will not display any message.
Warning
Do not ride with the key (1 or 2, fig. 62) Inserted in the lock of the tank cap or in the seat lock as it could come out and represent a potential danger. Furthermore, if bumped, the key mechanism and the integrated circuit could be damaged.
Also riding in poor weather conditions with the key inserted could cause damage to its integrated circuit.
Do not leave the key on the motorcycle when washing it as it could be damaged, not being watertight.

The immobilizer system
Replacing the battery in the active keyChecking and adjusting the valve clearances
Note
For clarity, the figures show the engine removed from the frame.
Move the piston of the cylinder being checked to tdc of the power stroke: in
this condition, all the valves are closed and
the timing shafts come in neutral position and, therefore, free to rotate; check
to the valve cl ...
How to switch the dashboard on
The dashboard may switched on either from the on/off switch on the handlebar
or from the button on the hands free
system.
With the engine off, the on/off switch is turned to "run off".
With the motorcycle and dashboard off, the on/off switch is turned to "run
off".
To switch the dash ...
Low battery level
The activation of this (amber yellow) "warning" indicates
that the status of the battery vehicle is low.
It is activated when the battery voltage is . 11.0 Volt.
Note
In this case, ducati recommends charging the battery
as soon as possible with the specific device, as it is possibl ...