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 key Setting menu
This menu is used to enable/disable and set some
motorcycle functions.
To access the "setting menu" press the button (2, fig. 14)
? for 3 seconds.
Note
When within this menu no other function can be
displayed.
Important
For safety reasons, the setting menu can only be
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Exhaust by-pass valve not working correctly
Fault codes
Dds: exvl diagnosis -> position error, potentiometer, short circuit to ground
or open circuit (s.C. Gnd or c.O.),
Potentiometer short circuited to vdc (potentiometer s.C vdc).
Dashboard: the error "exvl" (exhaust bypass valve) is shown on the service
display. The eobd warning ...
High engine coolant temperature
The activation of this (amber yellow) "warning" indicates
that the engine coolant temperature is high.
It is activated when the temperature reaches 121C (250f).
Note
In this case, ducati recommends stopping and shutting
off the engine immediately; make sure that the fans are
workin ...