User manual DUCATI MONSTER S4 2002

[. . . ] Owner's manual E DUCATIMONSTERS4 1 E 2 Hearty welcome among Ducati fans!Please accept out best compliments for choosing a Ducati motorcycle. We think you will ride your Ducati motorcycle for long journeys as well as short daily trips. Ducati Motor Holding S. p. A wishes you smooth and enjoyable riding. [. . . ] 29) Fluid level should never fall below the MIN mark on each reservoir. If level drops below the limit, air might get into the circuit and affect the operation of the system involved. Brake and clutch fluid must be topped up and changed at the intervals specified in the routine maintenance chart refer to the warranty card - by a Ducati dealer or authorized workshop. Important It is recommended all brake and clutch tubes be changed every four years. Clutch system If the control lever has exceeding play and the transmission snatches or jams as you try to engage a gear, it means that there is air in the circuit. Contact your Ducati dealer or an authorized workshop to have the system inspected and air drained out. Warning Brake fluid level will increase as clutch plate friction material wears down. Do not exceed specified level (3 mm above minimum level). E Brake system If you find exceeding play on brake lever or pedal and brake pads are still in good condition, contact your Ducati dealer or an authorized workshop to have the system inspected and any air drained out of the circuit. Warning Brake and clutch fluid and will damage paintwork and plastic parts if accidentally spilled. Hydraulic oil is corrosive; it may cause damages and lead to severe injuries. fig. 29 41 Checking brake pads for wear (fig. 30) Front brake To facilitate inspection without removing the pads from the calipers, brake pads have a wear mark. If the grooves in the friction material are still visible, the pad is still in good condition. Throttle cable adjustment The throttle twistgrip must have a free play of 2 - 4 mm, measured at the edge of the twistgrip and at all positions of the handlebars. If it needs adjusting, use the suitable adjuster (1, fig. 31) provided on the throttle control. E Rear brake Friction material on each pad must be at least 1 mm thick. Important Have the brake pads replaced at your Ducati dealer's shop or authorized workshop. fig. 30 42 2÷4 mm 1 fig. 31 Lubricating cables and joints The condition of the outer sheaths of the throttle and fast-idle cables should be checked at regular intervals. The sheaths should show no signs of squeezing or cracking. Work the controls to make sure the cable slides smoothly inside the sheath: if you feel any friction or hard spots, have the cable replaced by your Ducati dealer or authorized workshop. To prevent these failures, smear the ends of the flexible cables with SHELL Advance Grease or Retinax LX2 at regular intervals. For the throttle cable, it is best to open the device by unscrewing the two fastening screws (1, fig. 32) and then grease the cable ends and the pulley. Warning When refitting the cover, be sure to slide the cable onto the suitable pulley. [. . . ] Any replacement part can be used in an emergency repair. Ducati will reimburse the owner for the expenses, including diagnosis, not to exceed Ducati's suggested retail price for all warranted parts replaced and labor charges based on Ducati's recommended time allowance for the warranty repair and the geographically appropriate hourly labor rate. The owner may be required to keep receipts and failed parts in order to receive compensation. Limitations This Emission Control System Warranty shall not cover any of the following: A. [. . . ]