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 keyChanging the brake fluid
Warning
Brake fluid is corrosive and will damage paintwork. Avoid contact
with eyes and skin. In the case of accidental contact,
wash the affected area thoroughly with plenty of running water.
Changing the fluid in the front brake circuit
Remove the cover (1) with the membrane from the front b ...
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 ...
Ducati limited warranty on emission control system
Ducati north america, inc., 10443 Bandley drive cupertino,
california, 95014 warrants that each new 1998 and later
ducati motorcycle, that includes as standard equipment a
headlight, tail-light and stoplight, and is street legal:
a) is designed, built and equipped so as to conform at the
time o ...