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Ducati Diavel Service Manual: Removal of the clutch master cylinder assembly

Ducati Diavel Service Manual / Chassis / Handlebar unit / Hydraulic clutch control / 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 replacing the following parts: control lever, reservoir unit, and master cylinder fasteners.

Removal of the clutch master cylinder assembly


Loosen the special screw (1) by collecting the seals (2), to release the clutch master cylinder assembly (3) from the clutch control pipe (4).

Removal of the clutch master cylinder assembly


Undo the fixing screws (v) of the mounting u-bolt (6) and then remove the clutch master cylinder unit (3) from the handlebar.

Removal of the clutch master cylinder assembly


Refer to the exploded view at the beginning of this section for indications on disassembly and replacement of the master cylinder components.

Hydraulic clutch control
Special screw Sealing washer Clutch master cylinder Clutch hydraulic pipe (metal braid) Screw Spare stand Washer Microswitch Pin Bleed valve Screw Roller O-ring Clutch ...

Refitting the clutch master cylinder assembly
Insert the clutch master cylinder assembly (3) and the clamp (6) on the left handlebar, so that the top mating faces match the mark (z) on the handlebar as shown. Couple terminal (6) to th ...

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Refitting the rear wheel eccentric hub and rear wheel shaft
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