Ducati 996 Fault Codes
Ducati 996 motorcycles have engines, which are made up of many different parts. These parts must work together in order for the engine to function. A problem with one of the parts can make the engine not run. There are many different parts that make up an engine. The following ducati 996 faults are the list of some of the parts of a motorcycle engine.
To fix the issue of fault codes, you’ll need to disconnect the battery cable. This will ensure that you don’t get shocked while handling the terminals. Next, you will want to clean them with a soft brush and water to get rid of the corrosion. Once Ducati 996 is cleaned properly, you can put them back on the terminal and reattach the cable.
Ducati 996 Faults :
The warning light comes on when one of the various sensors has detected an abnormal condition in the Ducati 996 engine's performance. For example, if the oil pressure drops below a certain threshold or if the air/fuel ratio rises beyond a certain point, then this would cause an immediate alert from your vehicle's engine management system.
Error indication
The instrument panel manages error warnings in order to allow the rider to identify any abnormal vehicle behaviour in real time. Upon Key-On, if there are errors the instrument panel displays the indication of the present errors and turns on the EOBD light. During vehicle normal operation, any time an error warning is activated, the instrument panel automatically displays the error indication and turns on the EOBD light. When an error is triggered, the indication remains well visible for 5 seconds ('large' icon) then becomes smaller ('small' icon). If several errors are present, the corresponding icons will be displayed one after the other and every one will stay on for 3 seconds. When an errors triggered the EOBD light turns on as well.
Ducati Displayed Errors :
Displayed error | Description |
---|---|
CAN LINE | CAN line BUS Off |
UNKNOWN DEVICE | Control unit not acknowledged by the system - wrong SW |
ABS | ABS control unit faulty communication / operation |
BBS | BBS control unit faulty communication / operation BBS control unit general malfunction Exhaust valve motor malfunction |
DSB | DSB control unit faulty communication / operation |
E-LOCK | E-Lock control unit faulty communication / operation E-Lock control unit general malfunction (Immobilizer) key-antenna malfunction |
ENGINE | ECU control unit faulty communication / operation ECU control unit general malfunction Throttle position sensor malfunction Throttle grip position sensor malfunction Throttle motor or relay malfunction Pressure sensor malfunction Engine coolant temperature sensor malfunction Intake duct air temperature sensor malfunction Injection relay malfunction Ignition coil malfunction Injector malfunction Engine rpm sensor malfunction Lambda sensor or Lambda sensor heater malfunction Vehicle starting relay malfunction Quick shift device switch malfunction Secondary air sensor malfunction |
GEAR SENSOR | Gear sensor malfunction |
FUEL SENSOR | Reserve NTC sensor malfunction |
SPEED SENSOR | Front and/or rear speed sensor malfunction |
BATTERY | Battery voltage too high or too low |
STOP LIGHT | Stop light not working |
FAN | Electric cooling fan malfunction |
SIDE STAND | Side stand sensor malfunction |
DUCATI Motorcycle Error Codes DTC list
1.1 | TPS disconnected |
1.2 | TPS short circuit to earth |
2.1 | pressure sensor short circuit to power supply |
2.2 | pressure sensor shorted to earth |
3.1 | water temperature sensor shorted to power supply |
3.2 | water temperature sensor shorted to earth |
4.1 | air temperature sensor shorted to power supply |
4.2 | air temperature sensor shorted to earth |
5.1 | battery hi |
5.2 | battery low |
10.1 | horizontal coil shorted to power supply |
10.2 | horizontal coil shorted to earth |
11.1 | vertical coil shorted to power supply |
11.2 | vertical coil shorted to earth |
12.1 | injection 1 shorted to power supply |
12.2 | injection 1 shorted to earth |
13.1 | injection 2 shorted to power supply |
13.2 | injection 2 shorted to earth |
14.1 | injection 3 shorted to to power supply |
14.2 | injection 3 shorted to earth |
15.1 | injection 4 shorted to power supply |
15.2 | injection 4 shorted to earth |
16.0 | pump relay |
17.1 | LH fan shorted to power supply |
17.2 | LH fan shorted to earth |
18.1 | RH fan shorted to power supply |
18.2 | RH fan shorted to earth |
19.1 | starter solenoid shorted to power supply |
19.2 | starter solenoid shorted to earth |
30.0 | ROM / EEprom fault |
34.0 | signal panel sensor |
36.0 | speed sensor |
37.0 | immobilizer (transponder) |
37.1 | immobilizer (antenna) |
37.2 | immobilizer (instrument panel serial driver) |
37.3 | immobilizer (serial cable disconnected) |
37.4 | immobilizer (com serial drive) |
37.5 | immobilizer (key not recognised) |
37.6 | can line fault |
Ducati 996 Motorcycle Problems :
- Ducati 996 after fire
- Ducati 996 air cleaner clogged, poorly sealed, or missing
- Ducati 996 air cleaner element clogged
- Ducati 996 air duct loose
- Ducati 996 air suction valve trouble
- Ducati 996 air switching valve trouble
- Ducati 996 backfiring when deceleration
- Ducati 996 cracked or obstructed intake air pressure sensor
- Ducati 996 crankshaft sensor trouble
- Ducati 996 eCU ground and power supply trouble
- Ducati 996 eCU trouble
- Ducati 996 engine overheating - Water temperature sensor or crankshaft sensor trouble
- Ducati 996 engine stalls easily
- Ducati 996 engine vacuum not synchronizing
- Ducati 996 exhaust Smokes Excessively
- Ducati 996 firing incorrect
- Ducati 996 fuel filter clogged
- Ducati 996 fuel injector clogged
- Ducati 996 fuel injector O-ring damage
- Ducati 996 fuel injector trouble
- Ducati 996 fuel line clogged
- Ducati 996 fuel poor quality or incorrect
- Ducati 996 fuel pressure regulator trouble
- Ducati 996 fuel pressure too low or too high
- Ducati 996 fuel pump bearings may wear. Replace the fuel pump
- Ducati 996 fuel pump not operating
- Ducati 996 fuel pump operates intermittently and often DFI fuse blows
- Ducati 996 fuel pump relay trouble
- Ducati 996 fuel pump trouble
- Ducati 996 fuel/air mixture incorrect
- Ducati 996 fuel/air mixture incorrect
- Ducati 996 gear position sensor, starter lockout or side stand switch trouble
- Ducati 996 inspect and repair or replace
- Ducati 996 intake air pressure sensor trouble
- Ducati 996 intake air temperature sensor trouble
- Ducati 996 intake air temperature sensor trouble
- Ducati 996 intermittent any DFI fault and its recovery
- Ducati 996 little fuel in tank
- Ducati 996 main throttle sensor trouble
- Ducati 996 no or little fuel in tank
- Ducati 996 poor acceleration
- Ducati 996 spark plug burned or gap maladjusted
- Ducati 996 spark plug dirty, broken or gap maladjusted
- Ducati 996 spark plug incorrect
- Ducati 996 spark weak
- Ducati 996 stick coil shorted or not in good contact
- Ducati 996 stick coil trouble
- Ducati 996 subthrottle sensor trouble
- Ducati 996 subthrottle valve actuator trouble
- Ducati 996 throttle body assy dust seal damage
- Ducati 996 throttle body assy holder loose
- Ducati 996 throttle valves will not fully open
- Ducati 996 unstable (rough) idling
- Ducati 996 unstable fuel pressure
- Ducati 996 vacuum hose
- Ducati 996 vehicle-down sensor trouble
- Ducati 996 water or foreign matter in fuel Change fuel
- Ducati 996 water temperature sensor trouble
Fault problems that can occur with yourDucati 996motorcycle engine is a blown head gasket. This can cause your engine to overheat and possibly crack the cylinder heads. In this case, it is best to take your Ducati 996 motorcycle to a professional mechanic to have it checked out. Another common problem is with the carburetor. The carburetor is the part of your motorcycle that mixes air and fuel to create the combustion needed to power the engine.
Possible Failure Types :
- Strange Ducati 996 engine noise.
- Ducati 996 fog from engine.
- Strange Ducati 996 engine noise.
- Ducati 996 Vibrations and Rattling
- Ducati 996 Loud Acceleration
- Ducati 996 rusty exhaust
- Ducati 996 blockages in exhaust pipe
- Ducati 996 wear and tear exhaust

Ducati Motorcycles was formed in 1953, when the Ducati company split into Ducati Elettronica and Ducati Meccanica SpA. They are well known for their powerful, large L-2 and L-4 engines known as Desmodromic engines. These engines have been used by Ducati for nearly 50 years.
Check other Ducati fault codes.Common abbreviations and their meanings below:
ABS: Anti-Lock Braking System ACR: Automatic Compression Release AFR: Air Fuel Ratio AIS: Active Intake Solenoid ATS: Air Temperature Sensor BAS: Bank Angle Sensor BCM: Body Control Module CAN: Controller Area Network CCM: Cruise Control Module CKP: Crank Position Sensor DLC: Datalink Connector DTC: Diagnostic Trouble Codes ECM: Electronic Control Module ECT: Engine Coolant Temperature ECU: Electronic Control Unit EFI: Electronic Fuel Injection EFP: Electronic Fuel Pump ET: Engine Temperature sensor FI: Fuel Injectors FPR: Fuel Pressure Regulator H-DSSS: Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System HCU: Hydraulic Control Unit, ABS HFSM: Hands Free Security Module HO2S: Heated Oxygen Sensor IAC: Idle Air Control actuator IAT: Intake Air Temperature sensor ICM: Ignition Control Module IMAP: MAP + IAT in one unit ISS: Ion Sensing System JSS: Jiffy Stand Sensor LHCM: Left Hand Control Module MAP: Manifold Absolute Pressure sensor MHR: Right Hand Control Module RCM: Reverse Control Module TCA: Throttle Control Actuator TGS: Twist Grip Sensor TMAP: Intake Air Temperature / Manifold Absolute Pressure equipment TPS: Throttle Position Sensor TSM / TSSM: (Turn Signal / Turn Signal Security Module) VE: Volume Efficiency VIN: Vehicle Identification Number VSS: Vehicle Speed Sensor WSS: Wheel Speed Sensor
These abbreviations, and the accompanying list of trouble codes, can be a great start when your Ducati check engine light comes on. As mentioned above, if you are not comfortable with electrical diagnostic work, a dealership or qualified technician can offer assistance. Please keep in mind that even though you have the ability to clear a DTC using the onboard diagnostic feature, you shouldn't clear the code prior to your service appointment. Let the technician view and clear the codes as they troubleshoot the issue.
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