User manual DUCATI ST4S ABS-2003

[. . . ] Owner's manual E DUCATIST4s ABS 1 E 2 Hearty welcome among Ducati fans!We think you will ride your Ducati motorcycle for long journeys as well as short daily trips. We are steadily doing our best to improve our "Technical Assistance" service. For this reason, we recommend you to strictly follow the indications given in this manual, especially for motorcycle running-in. [. . . ] Detach the rear view mirrors from the headlamp fairing by unscrewing the four inner screws (1, fig. Important When refitting, it is necessary to loosen the screws of both rear-view mirror mounts and then fit the headlight fairing. Make sure direction indicator cables are not squeezed and fit rear-view mirrors with the relevant gasket, secure them with screws (1). Tighten screws (2) starting from the front ones then tighten mirror mount screws previously loosened. 1 E fig. 46 51 E Removing the upper and lower body panels together Remove the side guards of the instrument panel and the headlamp fairing. 47) that holds each body panel to the side subframe on the left side or to the expansion reservoir on the right side and the rear screws (2) that hold each of them to the frame bracket. Unscrew the rear fastening screw (4) holding each body panel to the frame. Unscrew the two lower fastening screws (5) holding the body panels to the central air conveyor. 48 2 1 Side panniers The motorcycle comes ready to fit the side panniers. Side panniers kit in the same colour as the motorcycle is available from Ducati Spare Parts Department. Kit includes all parts needed to install the panniers as well as the relevant instructions. fig. When you are finished, reverse the above procedure to refit all the parts you have removed. Warning Make sure the fuel in the tank is less than 5 litres (the fuel warning light on the instrument panel should be on) or fuel may leak out through the filler plug breather. 2 E fig. 51 53 Cleaning and changing air filters Replace air filter at the required intervals shown in the routine maintenance chart (see Warranty Card). 53) and fit a new one. 2 E Important A dirty filter will reduce air intake, increase fuel consumption, reduce engine power, and foul the spark plugs. Do not use the motorcycle without filter or suspended matters could get into the engine and cause damage. Install the filter properly into its seat in the air box as shown in figure 53 and refit all the parts you have removed. Important If you are using the motorcycle on dusty or very wet roads, replace filter more frequently than recommended intervals (see Warranty Card). 1 fig. 53 54 Checking the coolant level Check the coolant level in the expansion tank, on the RH side of the motorcycle. 55) and add a mixture consisting of water and antifreeze SHELL Advance Coolant or Glycoshell (35-40% of the volume) up to MAX mark. This mixture improves operating conditions (coolant will start freezing at ­20 °C/- 4 °F). Warning Place the motorcycle on a flat surface and make sure the engine is cold before proceeding. [. . . ] In the state of California only, Emission Control System emergency repairs, as provided for in the California Administrative Code, may be performed by other than an authorized Ducati dealer. An emergency situation occurs when an authorized Ducati dealer is not reasonably available, a part is not available within 30 days, or a repair is not complete within 30 days. Ducati will reimburse the owner for the expenses, including diagnosis, not to exceed Ducati's suggested retail price for all warranted 94 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. [. . . ]