MP3 250 User Manual - Scooter Clube do Brasil
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1. 3 Maintenance Battery 03 15 To access the battery proceed as follows 1 Place the scooter on its centre stand 2 Open the following the previously described procedure 3 Remove the two fasteners and the cover WARNING IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM NEVER DISCON NECT THE WIRING WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING Use of a new battery Make sure that the terminals are connected correctly CAUTION DO NOT REVERSE THE POLARITY RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT AND DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WARNING SPENT BATTERIES ARE HARMFUL FOR THE ENVIRONMENT COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS 60 Long periods of inactivity If the vehicle has not been used for long periods it is necessary to periodically re charge the battery bearing in mind that the battery tends to go completely flat within around three months The battery must be recharged with a current load equal to 1 10 of the battery rated capacity 1A for a period not longer than 8 hours For this operation contact an Authorised Service Centre When refitting a removed battery make sure that all terminals are properly connected Fuses 03 16 03 17 03 18 The electrical system has twelve fuses divided in two fuse boxes to protect the different installation circuits One of them is inside the battery compartment and the other is at the right internal side of the f2. 1 Disconnect spark plug HV wire cap A 2 Unscrew the spark plug using the wrench supplied 3 When refitting place the spark plug in the hole at the due inclination and tighten it by hand until it is finger tight 4 Only use the wrench to lock it in place 5 Place hood A fully over the spark plug 6 Refit the port making sure the rear hook is inserted WARNING THE SPARK PLUG MUST BE REMOVED WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD THE SPARK PLUG MUST BE REPLACED EVERY 20 000 KM USE OF ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNITS OR ELECTRONIC IGNITIONS DIFFERING FROM THOSE REC OMMENDED CAN SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE ENGINE N B THE USE OF SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THE INDICATED TYPE OR OF SHIELDLESS SPARK PLUG CAPS CAN CAUSE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAIL URES Electric characteristic Spark plug CHAMPION RG4 PHP Electrode gap 55 3 Maintenance 0 7 0 8 mm Removing the air filter 03_08 Proceed as follows Undo the clamping screws lt A gt two of which are on the knob type head and remove the air box cover Air filter cleaning 1 Wash the sponge with water and neutral soap 2 Dry it with a clean cloth and small blasts of compressed air 3 Impregnate the sponge with a mixture of 50 petrol and 50 specified oil 4 Gently squeeze the filter element let it drip and then refit it CAUTION IF THE VEHICLE ISUSED ON DUSTY ROADS IT ISNECESSARY TO CARRY OUT MAINTENANCE CONTROLS OF THE AIR FILTER TO AVO
3. Accessing the fuel tank saddle Opening the saddle to access the helmet compartment by remote control edere cte ters Opening the saddle to access the helmet compartment in an emergency ire iO Er Opening of top box nennen Identification e eee eti etin Refuelling Tyre Shock absorbers adjustment Running Starting up the engine Precautions Difficult start up Stopping the engine Automatic transmission Safe Front suspension locking system MAINTENANCE Engine oil level Engine oil level check Engine oil top up Warning light insufficient oil pressure Engine oil Hub oil level Spark plug dismantlement Removing the air filter Air filter cleaning Cooling fluid level Checking the brake oil level Braking system fluid top up Front light group is Headlight adjustment Front direction indicators 70 Rear optical aiana waanika 70 Number plate light trn ennt
4. CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD INCOR RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TYRE WEAR AND MAKES RID ING DANGEROUS TYRES MUST BE REPLACED WHEN THE TREAD REACHES THE WEAR LIMITS SET FORTH BY LAW Characteristic Front tyre pressure rider Front tyre pressure rider 1 6 bar Front tyre pressure rider and passenger Front tyre pressure rider and passenger 1 8 bar Rear tyre pressure rider Rear tyre pressure rider 2 bar Rear wheel pressure rider and passenger Rear tyre pressure rider and passenger 2 4 bar Shock absorbers adjustment 02 04 The preloading of the springs can be adjusted to 4 positions using the ring nut located in the lower part of the shock absorbers and the specific spanner supplied Position 1 Minimum preload driver only Position 2 medium preloading driver only Position 3 medium preloading rider and passenger Position 4 Maximum preload driver passenger and luggage 34 In order to carry out this operation you will need to use the specific spanner in the kit CAUTION RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH THE SPRING PRELOADING NOT CORRECTLY SET FOR THE RIDER AND POSSIBLE PASSENGER COULD REDUCE THE COM FORT OF THE RIDE AND THE PRECISION OF THE STEERING WARNING WE RECOMMEND WEARING GLOVES WHILE CARRYING OUT THIS OPERA TION IN ORDER TO AVOID INJURIES WARNING WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND NOT TO ADJUST BOTH SHOCK ABSORBERS WITH DIFFERENT PRELOADING Running in
5. LOCK OFF position you can open the saddle using the remote control The saddle cannot be opened only when the key is set to ON WARNING OBJECTS INAPPROPRIATELY ARRANGED INSIDE THE HELMET COMPARTMENT MAY DEFORM THE SADDLE CAUSING THE COURTESY LIGHT TO REMAIN ON AND THIS WILL DISCHARGE THE BATTERY IN ANY CASE THE WARNING LIGHT I ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL SIGNALS IF THE LIGHT IS ON OR OFF 26 WARNING THE REMOTE CONTROL OPERATES WITHIN A DISTANCE OF ABOUT 3 5 METRES WITH FULLY CHARGED BATTERIES WHEN YOU ARE NEAR THE SCOOTER HAN DLE THE REMOTE CONTROL CAREFULLY SO AS TO AVOID UNINTENTIONAL OPENING OF THE SADDLE REFER TO THE lt OPENING THE SADDLE WITH RE MOTE CONTROL SECTION TO REPLACE BATTERIES Opening the saddle to access the helmet compartment in an emergency 01 28 01 29 If the remote control battery or the vehicle battery is discharged follow these steps to open the saddle 1 Open the rear case with the key switch 2 Softly press with your hand on the point shown in the photo and in the sense indicated by the arrow inside the helmet compartment until the saddle closing device springs 27 9 9IU9A 1 Vehicle Opening of top box 01 30 With the switch set to OFF or ON press the key and turn it anticlockwise towards position 4 Identification 01 31 01 32 The identification registration numbers consist of a prefix stamped on the chassis and engine B respectively fol
6. check Engine oil replacement Hub oil check Brake pads check condition and wear Sliding block variable speed rollers change 95 9 6 Programmed maintenance Tyre pressure and wear check Vehicle and brake test road test Suspensions check Steering Check Tilt locking gripper control cable adjustment 60 000 KM Spark plug replacement Throttle lever adjustment Air filter clean Engine oil change Valve clearance check Electrical system and battery check Coolant level check Brake fluid level check Engine oil replacement Hub oil change Brake pads check condition and wear Sliding block variable speed rollers change Tyre pressure and wear check Vehicle and brake test road test Suspensions check 96 Steering Check Tilt locking gripper control cable adjustment RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS TABLE Product Description Specifications AGIP ROTRA 80W 90 Rear hub oil SAE 80W 90 Oil that exceeds the requirements of API GL3 specifications AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Oil to lubricate flexible transmissions throttle Oil for 4 stroke engines control AGIP FILTER OIL Oil for air filter sponge Mineral oil with specific additives for increased adhesiveness AGIP GP 330 Calcium complex soap based grease with Gre
7. CENTRE STAND With your foot push the projection of the centre stand F while lifting the vehicle backwards holding onto the side handles 40 Automatic transmission To ensure simple pleasurable riding the vehicle is eguipped with automatic trans mission with regulator and centrifugal clutch The system is designed to provide the best performance acceleration and consumption while riding on both flat roads and uphill Ifyou have to stop on an uphill slope traffic lights traffic jam etc use only the brake to keep the vehicle still leaving the engine running at idle speed Using the engine to keep the vehicle still can cause the clutch to overheat due to the friction of the clutch masses against the capstan Besides avoid accelerating with the hand brake engaged It is therefore recommended to avoid conditions of prolonged clutch slippage besides those previously indicated like driving uphill fully laden on steep slopes or starting off with driver and passenger at slopes greater than 25 Observe the following precautions if the clutch overheats 1 Do not continue riding in such conditions 2 Let the clutch cool down with the engine at idle speed for a few minutes Safe driving In the following we offer some simple advice that will allow for the daily use of your Scooter in greater safety and peace of mind Your skill and your mechanical knowledge are the basis of a safe ride We recommend trying out the vehicle in
8. Warning light E turns on to start riding This means that the system allows for vehicle tilting Engaging tilt locking is possible only if the following conditions occur at the same time Throttle completely untwisted Engine rpm below 2500rpm Vehicle speed below 10 km h Locking system WARNING light Q off the system has not detected fail ures If one of these conditions is not fulfilled the warning light E remains off and locking cannot be engaged in normal riding conditions the warning light E is off With engine on system locked and warning light E on the suspension locking sys tem is disengaged automatically and the warning light E turns off when the throttle is twisted to start the ride For riders safety the vehicle has a rider detection sensor in the saddle which ena bles the system to prevent vehicle motion and suspension unlocking in case of locked suspension when the rider is not properly seated in riding position in such case the WARNING light Q turns on steadily CAUTION THE RIDER DETECTION SENSOR IS LOCATED IN THE FRONT PART OF THE SADDLE AVOID PLACING BAGS OR HEAVY OBJECTS ACCIDENTALLY ON THE SADDLE NOT OBSERVING THIS RULE MAY MOVE THE VEHICLE FORWARD AND RE LEASE THE SUSPENSION LOCKING SYSTEM EVEN IF THE RIDER IS NOT SEATED BY SIMPLY TWISTING THE THROTTLE THE VEHICLE COULD FALL ACCIDENTALLY AS A CONSEQUENCE 45 esnz 2 Use WARNING EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED MAKE
9. A Protected circuits live passing and horn 63 oueu luleN 3 Maintenance Location battery compartment Fuse 10 Capacity 7 5 Protected circuits Live injection electrical fan remote control antenna injection loads remote control Location footrest Fuse No 11 Capacity 7 5 Protected circuits Live ECU parking lever antitheft device instrument panel headlight remote control horn remote control Location footrest Fuse No 12 Capacity 7 5A Protected circuits Live turn indicator opening switch tail lights panel lighting Location footrest Low beam bulb LIGHT BULBS TABLE Type HALOGEN 1 Power 12V 55W Quantity 1 64 High beam light bulb Type HALOGEN 1 Power 12 55W Quantity 1 Helmet compartment light bulb Type CYLINDRIC Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 Rear turn indicator bulb Type ALL GLASS Power 12 5W Quantity 2 RHS 2 LHS Rear tail light bulb Type ALL GLASS Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 RHS 1 LHS Stop light bulb License plate light bulb Type SPHERICAL Power 12V 10W Quantity 2 Type ALL GLASS Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 Front turn indicator bulb Type ALL GLASS Power 12V 10W Quantity 1 RHS 1 LHS 65 oueu luleN 3 Maintenance Front tail light bulb Type ALL GLASS Power 12V 3W Quantity 1 RHS 1 LHS Instrument panel bulb Type ALL GLASS
10. AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE CAUTION gt USED OIL CAN HARM THE ENVIRONMENT COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT IN COMPLIANCE WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS CAUTION AN EKCESSIVE GUANTITY OF OIL CAN LEAD TO LEAKAGE WHICH MAY CAUSE THE ENGINE AND THE WHEEL TO GET DIRTY CAUTION WHEN REPLACING THE HUB OIL DO NOT LET THE OIL COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE REAR BRAKE DISC CAUTION gt FOR OIL REPLACEMENT CONTACT AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE AS THEY ARE EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY 53 3 Maintenance Characteristic Rear hub oil 250 cc Tyres 03 06 WARNING THE WHEELS FITTED WITH TYRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH VERY LOW TYRE PRESSURE OR WITH INCORRECTLY BALANCED TYRES CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS Characteristic Front tyre pressure rider Front tyre pressure rider 1 6 bar Front tyre pressure rider and passenger Front tyre pressure rider and passenger 1 8 bar Rear tyre pressure rider Rear tyre pressure rider 2 bar Rear wheel pressure rider and passenger Rear tyre pressure rider and passenger 2 4 bar 54 Spark plug dismantlement 03 07 Remove the port on the right hand side panel of the vehicle by undoing the clamping screw and using a small screwdriver in the rear recess shown in the figure then do the following
11. Power 12V 2W Quantity 4 Front light group 03 19 03 20 03 21 03 22 03 23 03 24 03 25 03 26 03 27 To remove the front headlight assembly proceed as follows Remove the Piaggio clip on badge Remove the screw A and the headlight assembly central cover Remove the two headlamp upper fixing screws B Remove the two grille front fixing screws C Remove the two screws D located under the grille Remove the two screws E located inside the front shield Remove the grille Remove the two headlight lower fixing screws F Take out the front headlight assembly Refit the components following the above operations in reversed order WARNING HIGH AND LOW LIGHT ARE OF THE HALOGEN TYPE DO NOT TOUCH WITH YOUR FINGERS TO AVOID DAMAGING THEIR FUNCTION Headlight adjustment 03 28 03 29 Proceed as follows 66 1 Position the unloaded vehicle in running order and with the tyres inflated to the prescribed pressure on a flat surface 10 m away from a half lit white screen ensure that the longitudinal axis of the vehicle is perpendicular to the screen 2 Remove the headlight assembly central cover 3 Turn on the headlight and check that the limit of the projected light beam is not over 9 10 or below 7 10 of the distance from the ground to the centre of the vehicle head light 4 Otherwise adjust the headlight with the screws A indicated in the figure N B T
12. SURE THE FRONT SUSPEN SION LOCKING SYSTEM IS ENGAGED OTHERWISE PLACE YOUR FEET ON THE GROUND TO KEEP THE VEHICLE UPRIGHT WARNING AVOID USING THE LOCKING SYSTEM WHEN RIDING THE VEHICLE ALONG IR REGULAR ROADS OR ROADS WITH OBSTACLES E G ROAD HUMPS SIDE WALK ETC IN CASE OF ENGINE FAILURE DISCHARGED BATTERY AVOID PULLING THE VEHICLE WITH THE LOCKING SYSTEM ENGAGED WITH THE LOCKING SYSTEM ENGAGED AND THE ENGINE OFF AVOID MOV ING THE VEHICLE AT SPEEDS ABOVE 5 Km h WARNING IF THE RIDER IS NOT SEATED ON THE SADDLE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND THE LOCKING SYSTEM IS ENGAGED AVOID OPERATING THE THROTTLE CONTROL PURPOSELESSLY AS THIS MAY DAMAGE THE CATA LYTIC CONVERTER CAUTION DO NOT RIDE DOWNHILL WITH THE SUSPENSION LOCKING SYSTEM ENGAG ED AND THE KEY SWITCH SET TO OFF 46 With the vehicle off and the suspension locking system engaged it is possible to get off the scooter without using the stand For safety reasons it is recommended to press the hand brake lever shown in the figure moving it form 0 to 1 Warning light R on the instrument panel turns on when the hand brake is engaged When the hand brake is engaged and the key switch is turned to 1 the safety system that prevents the hand brake from getting released is activated To release the hand brake turn the key switch to 2 or 3 If the switch is set to 1 the hand brake can also be engaged If the WARNING light turns on fla
13. not recognised turn the key first to OFF and then to ON if the lock cannot be disabled try with the other key supplied red coloured If the engine cannot be started contact an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre which is provided with the electronic equipment required to detect and repair the system When additional keys are required please note that data storage up to 7 keys max must be done on all keys both new ones and existing ones Take the red handgrip key and all the black keys supplied to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre The codes of keys not submitted for the new storage procedure are deleted from the memory Any lost keys will therefore not be enabled to start the engine WARNING EACH KEY HAS ITS OWN AND UNIQUE CODE WHICH MUST BE STORED BY THE SYSTEM CONTROL UNIT VIOLENT SHOCKS MAY AFFECT THE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS OF THE KEY 20 IF OWNERSHIP OF THE VEHICLE IS TRANSFERRED THE RED HANDGRIP KEY AS WELL AS THE OTHER KEYS AND THE CODE CARD MUST ALSO BE TRANS FERRED TO THE NEW OWNER Programming the immobilizer system Below is described the procedure to follow for programming the PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZ ER system and or for storing other key codes The programming procedure should be carried out with the engine stop switch set to RUN Procedure start red key Insert the red handgrip key in the switch key in OFF position and turn it to ON After 1 8 seconds turn the key to OFF again and
14. pull it out Intermediate step black key After pulling out the red key insert the black key within 10 seconds and promptly turn it to ON After 1 3 seconds turn the key to OFF again and pull it out In this way a maximum of 7 black keys can be programmed by repeating the above procedure keeping the indicated times Final step red key After pulling out the last black key insert the red key again and turn it to ON this oper ation should be performed within 10 seconds of pulling out the previous key Leave it in this position for 1 to 3 seconds and return it to the OFF position 21 1 1 Vehicle Proper programming check Insert the red key disabling the transponder i e tilt the key cap by 909 and turn the key to ON Perform the engine start up operation Ensure that the engine does not start Insert the black key and repeat the start up operation Check that engine starts WARNING SHOULD THE ENGINE START WITH THE RED KEY WITH TRANSPONDER OFF OR IN THE EVENT OF WRONG OPERATION DURING PROGRAMMING REPEAT THE PROCEDURE FROM THE BEGINNING Saddle opening remote control 01 20 01 21 The scooter is fitted with a remote control to open the saddle This remote control is supplied together with the keys and it has been programmed to control the opening device control unit at the manufacturing stage If the remote control is lost a new one can be requested and programmed at any Authorised Ser
15. traffic free zones in order to acquire a good knowledge of the vehicle it self 1 Before riding off remember to put on your helmet and fasten it correctly 2 Reduce speed on rough roads and drive with care 3 After driving on a long stretch of wet road without using the brakes the braking effect is initially lower In these conditions it is a good idea to apply the brakes from time to time 4 Avoid riding off by mounting the scooter when resting on the support In any case the rear wheel should not be turning when in comes into contact with the ground in order to avoid abrupt departures 41 Z 2 Use 5 If driving over roads affected by sand mud snow mixed with salt etc we mend cleaning the brake disc with a non corrosive detergent freguently in order to prevent corrosive particles from building up in the holes which may cause early break pad wear CAUTION ALWAYS RIDE WITHIN YOUR LIMITS RIDING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF AL COHOL OR OTHER DRUGS AND CERTAIN MEDICATIONS IS EXTREMELY DAN GEROUS CAUTION IN ORDER TO PREVENT ANY ACCIDENTS RIDE VERY CAREFULLY AFTER ADDING ACCESSORIES AND WHILE CARRYING LUGGAGE ADDING ACCES SORIES AND LUGGAGE CAN REDUCE THE VEHICLE S STABILITY PERFORM ANCE AND SAFETY DURING USE WARNING NEVER RIDE THE SCOOTER EQUIPPED WITH ACCESSORIES TOP BOX AND OR WINDSHIELD AT A SPEED HIGHER THAN 100 km h THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCES
16. 72 Helmet compartment lighting bulb 72 Rear view mirrorsusaussen o cave ed o etos 73 Front and rear disc 73 IAA WASHA ve oes odi ey bv e 74 of InactiVity AAA aa 75 Cleaning the vehicle 75 UU ll Du u SS uyu tances 81 Kit roo Rep ibn 85 SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 87 WarT irigsS u uu X 88 PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCGE 91 Scheduled maintenance table 92 MP3 250 Le PIAGGIO Chap 01 Vehicle Dashboard 01 01 01 02 Ignition key switch B Starter button C Throttle control D Front brake lever E Turn indicator switch F Headlight switch G Rear brake lever H Horn button I Engine cut off switch L Mode switch M Emergency turn indicator switch N Analogue instrument panel O Indicator unit P Bag hook Q Digital instrument panel R Front suspension locking unlocking switch if available 1 1 Vehicle Analogue instrument panel 01 03 Led immobilizer anti theft device B Speedometer with twin scale km h and mph
17. A CAUTION NEVER WASH THE SCOOTER IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT ESPECIALLY IN SUMMER WHEN THE BODYWORK IS STILL HOT AS THE SHAMPOO COULD DAMAGE THE PAINTWORK IF IT DRIES BEFORE BEING RINSED OFF NEVER USE 76 CLOTHS SOAKED IN ALCOHOL PETROL DIESEL OIL OR KEROSENE FOR CLEANING THE PAINTED OR PLASTIC SURFACES IN ORDER NOT TO DAM AGE THE LUSTRE FINISH OR ALTER THE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES USING SILICONE BASED WAX CAN DAMAGE THE PAINTED SURFACES DEPENDING ON THE VEHICLE COLOUR SATIN COLOURS FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE STARTING FAILURE Emergency switch in OFF Set the switch back to ON Fuse blown Replace the blown fuse and have the vehicle checked by an Authorised Service Centre IGNITION PROBLEM Faulty spark plug Contact an Authorised Service Centre Faulty ignition injection control Contact an Authorised Service unit Centre Faulty coil Due to the presence of Contact an Authorised Service high voltage this check should Centre only be carried out by an expert LACK OF COMPRESSION Loosen spark plug Screw in the spark plug tightly 77 eoueuelule wN 3 Maintenance Cylinder head loose piston gas Contact an Authorised Service rings worn Centre Valve stuck Contact an Authorised Service Centre HIGH CONSUMPTION AND LOW PERFORMANCE Air filter blocked or dirty Clean with water and shampoo and impregnat
18. CLOCK switch D Digital display Front suspension locking system warning light if available SET switch indicator 10 Warning light for helmet compartment courtesy light on L Engine control telltale light and injection system failure warning light M Low fuel warning light Engine stop warning light D Turn indicator warning light P Low oil pressure warning light Front suspension locking system failure warning light if available Warning light for parking brake engaged C High beam warning light 11 1 1 Vehicle Clock 01 04 Pushing the CLOCK button for less than 1 second displays the following sequence TIME DATE set the clock push and hold the CLOCK button longer than 3 seconds The numbers showing the hours will begin flashing Set the hour using the SET button Push the CLOCK button again and the minutes numbers start flashing Set the minutes using the SET button Push the CLOCK button again and the day numbers start flashing 12 the day with the SET button Push the CLOCK button again and the month numbers start flashing Set the month with the SET button Push the CLOCK button again and the year numbers start flashing Set the year with the SET button Press the CLOCK button again for 4 seconds to exit the adjustment menu During the reset proces
19. DC variable integrated into the ignition System Spark plug CHAMPION RG 4 PHP Valve clearance intake 0 10 mm discharge 0 15 mm Engine oil Capacity 1 3 I dry 1 21 when changing oil and filter 84 Kit equipment 04 02 One box spanner one lever for box spanner one twin screwdriver one flat wrench 13 mm one special spanner for adjusting the rear shock absorbers one plastic gripper for removing the fuses The tools are stored under the saddle in the compartment provided To open it release the catch shown in the figure 85 ejep jes uy9s p jes uy9s 86 MP3 250 Le PIAGGIO Chap 05 Spare parts and accessories 5 Spare parts and accessories Warnings 05_01 WARNING TO PREVENT ACCIDENTS AND TO GUARANTEE PROPER STABILITY PERFORM ANCE AND SAFETY RIDE THE VEHICLE VERY CAREFULLY WHEN IT IS FITTED WITH ACCESSORIES OR WITH UNUSUAL LOADS WARNING ITIS ALSO RECOMMENDED THAT ORIGINAL PIAGGIO SPARE PARTS BE USED AS THESE ARE THE ONLY ONES OFFERING YOU THE SAME QUALITY GUARAN TEE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE SCOOTER THE USE OF NON ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS RENDERS THE WARRANTY VOID 88 WARNING PIAGGIO MARKETS ITS OWN LINE OF ACCESSORIES THAT ARE RECOGNISED AND GUARANTEED FOR USE IT IS THEREFORE ESSENTIAL IN ORDER TO CHOOSE AND MOUNT THE ACCESSORIES CORRECTLY TO CONTACT AN AU THORISED DEALER OR SERVICE CENTRE THE USE OF NON ORIGINAL ACCES SO
20. DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80 OF ITS MAX SPEED AVOID OPENING THE THROTTLE GRIP COMPLETELY OR KEEP ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD AFTER THE FIRST 1000 KM INCREASE SPEED PROGRESSIVELY IF POSSIBLE UNTIL THE MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IS OBTAINED 35 z 2 Use CAUTION IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE VEHICLE PLEASE COMPLY WITH THE RULES LISTED ABOVE Starting up the engine 02 05 The vehicle is supplied with ignition cut off system activated by the emergency cut off switch The engine cannot be started if the ignition cut off switch is in the OFF position 36 running engine automatically switches off when the ignition cut off switch is set to OFF The scooter is eguipped with automatic transmission with direct drive so that starting is effected by turning the throtile grip to idle speed to start off from still progressively twist the throttle grip The vehicle is eguipped with an electrical fuel pump that switches on automatically as soon as the engine is started To start the vehicle before pressing the starter button lt B gt pull and keep pulled the front brake lever lt D gt or the rear brake lever G that operates the corresponding ignition consent switches Besides if the vehicle has a front suspension locking system a sensor placed under the saddle will prevent vehicle motion but not ignition if the rider is not seated in riding position 1 Rest the ve
21. EDURE AGAIN FAILURE TO CARRY OUT THESE OPERATIONS WITHIN THE INDICATED TIMES WILL RESULT IN THE AUTOMATIC CANCELLATION OF THE PROCESS FOR PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROLLED KEYS WARNING AVOID PRESSING THE REMOTE CONTROL BUTTON MORE THAN ONCE WHEN FAR AWAY FROM THE SCOOTER THE SYNCHRONISM BETWEEN THE RE MOTE CONTROL AND THE RECEIVER CAN BE IMPAIRED SHOULD THIS BE THE CASE REPEAT THE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE DO NOT KEEP THE REMOTE CONTROL IN PLACES WITH TEMPERATURES EXCEEDING 60 C THE BATTERY WILL RUN DOWN TOO QUICKLY WARNING TO AVOID BATTERY DISCHARGE THE SADDLE OPENING REMOTE CONTROL RADIO RECEIVER DEACTIVATES 7 DAYS AFTER THE LAST TIME THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF 23 1 1 Vehicle JUST TURN THE KEY REACTIVATE THE RECEIVER Accessing the fuel tank 01 22 01 23 To open the fuel tank cover set the key to OFF or lt ON then press and turn it clockwise 24 The saddle 01 24 01 25 01 26 The saddle is supplied with a protection cover which may be used in case of rain Lift the saddle and extract the cover from its housing then extend it over the whole length of the saddle starting from the front end do not over stretch the cover to avoid tearing the material close the saddle CAUTION DO NOT USE THE VEHICLE WITHOUT THE PROTECTION COVER 25 9 9IUOA 1 Vehicle Opening the saddle to access the helmet compartment by remote control 01 27 When the key is in
22. HE ABOVE PROCEDURE COMPLIES WITH THE EUROPEAN STANDARDS RE GARDING MAXIMUM AND MINIMUM HEIGHT OF LIGHT BEAMS REFER TO THE STATUTORY REGULATIONS IN FORCE IN EVERY COUNTRY WHERE THE ve hicle IS USED 67 3 69 S0UBUSJUIEIN 3 Maintenance Front direction indicators 03 30 03 31 To remove the front indicator bulb turn the bulb holder A anticlockwise and remove it from its fitting Rear optical unit 03 32 03 33 03 34 03 35 Open the rear case cover remove the two screws D and then the other four fixing screws D to pull out the headlight assembly from its fitting Follow this procedure to remove the bulbs Remove the snap on bulbs B Remove the bulbs A on the bayonet by turning them 30 clockwise 70 3 Maintenance 71 3 Maintenance Number plate light 03 36 03 37 Open the rear case and remove the rubber lt A gt shown in the figure without damaging the plastic parts Next slide off the bulb holder Remove the bulb afterwards Helmet compartment lighting bulb 03_38 Open the rear boot and insert a small plain slot screwdriver in the lateral notch to detach the snap on glass D then replace the bulb 72 Rear view mirrors 03 39 The mirrors can be set to the desired position by adjusting the mirror frame Front and rear disc brake The brake disc and pad wear is automatically compensated th
23. ID DAMAGING THE ENGINE Recommended products AGIP FILTER OIL Oil for air filter sponge Mineral oil with specific additives for increased adhesiveness 56 Cooling fluid level O3 09 03 10 03 11 03 12 The engine cooling system operates by forcing circulation of fluid The cooling circuit contains about 2 litres of coolant consisting of a mixture of 50 de ionised water and glycol ethylene based antifreeze solution with corrosion inhibitors Recommended coolant supplied with already mixed and ready for use fluid For proper functioning of the engine the coolant temperature must be between the 4th and 7th lit segment as indicated by the instrument D on the digital instrument panel When the 9th lights up the icon and all the segments start flashing stop the engine let it cool down and check the fluid level if the result is normal take your vehicle to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre The fluid inspection should be carried out every 6 000 km when the engine is cold fol lowing the methods indicated below Rest the vehicle in vertical position on the stand and remove the screw of the ex pansion tank cap shown in the photo b Remove the expansion tank cover turning in anticlockwise direction C Look inside the expansion tank the fluid level must always be between the min and the max level d If the coolant level is near the minimum mark top up when the engine is cold If itis necessary to top up th
24. NE AT LOW TEMPERATURES IN ORDER TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE BE CAREFUL NEVER TO EXCEED THE MAXIMUM SPEED WHILE RUNNING DOWNHILL IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ENGINE IN ANY CASE IN ORDER TO PRESERVE THE ENGINE FROM PROLONGED EXCES SIVE REVOLUTIONS THE REVOLUTION LIMITER WILL BE ACTIVATED IF THE ENGINE SPEED EXCEEDS THE ESTABLISHED THRESHOLD WARNING AFTER A LONG DISTANCE COVERED AT THE MAXIMUM SPEED DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY BUT LET IT RUN AT IDLE FOR A FEW SECONDS Difficult start up In the rare case of flooding the engine to facilitate start up it is possible to try to put the vehicle into action with the gas hand grip partially or completely open It is however necessary once the engine is started to take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre to determine the cause of this problem and to re establish the vehicle proper functioning 39 Z 2 Use Stopping the engine 02 06 Fully untwist the throttle grip then rotate the key in the switch lt A gt to lt KEY OFF extractable key CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH ALWAYS TAKE CARE WHEN PARKING THE SCOOTER THAT THE EXHAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS TO AVOID SERIOUS BURNS CAUTION DO NOT SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING UN BURNED FUEL COULD ENTER THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND BURN CAUSING IT TO OVERHEAT AND POSSIBLY DESTROYING IT Stand 02 07
25. NGINE OR ANY PLASTIC PARTS CAUTION PETROL DAMAGES THE PLASTIC PARTS OF THE BODYWORK WARNING DO NOT RIDE WITH THE FUEL TANK ALMOST LACK OF FUEL CAN AGE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAUTION USING NON RECOMMENDED PETROL REDUCES THE EFFICIENCY OF THE HAUST AND FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEMS CAUTION DO NOT USE THE VEHICLE TO THE COMPLETE EKHAUSTION OF THE FUEL IN THE EVENT THAT THIS SHOULD OCCUR DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE EN GINE TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO OFF AND TOP UP THE TANK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES COULD DAMAGE THE FUEL PUMP AND OR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER 32 WARNING IT IS HIGHLY INADVISABLE TO REFUEL USING METHODS OTHER THAN NORMAL FUEL PUMPS IF PETROL IS NOT COMPLETELY CLEAN IT CAN THE FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEM FILTERS CAUTION USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE Characteristic Fuel tank capacity Tank capacity 12 approximate value Fuel reserve 2 approx Tyre pressure 02_03 Check the tyre pressure and wear periodically roughly every 500 km The tyres are equipped with wear indicators the tyres should be replaced as soon as these indica tors become visible on the tyre tread Also check that the tyres do not show signs of splitting at the side or irregular tread wear if this occurs go to an authorised workshop or at least a workshop equipped to perform the replacement 33 SN Z 2 Use
26. P UPS CAN LEAD TO SCALE FORMATION AND VEHICLE MALFUNCTIONING CAUTION USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT FOR OIL REPLACEMENT CONTACT AN AUTHORISED PIAGGIO SERVICE CENTRE 51 eoueuelule wN 3 Maintenance AS THEY ARE TO DISPOSE OF SPENT OILS IN ENVIRONMEN TALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY CAUTION USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE Recommended products AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Engine oil SAE 5W 40 API SL ACEA JASO MA Synthetic oil Hub oil level 03 04 03 05 Check the oil in the rear hub oil content 250 cc To check the rear hub oil level proceed as follows 1 Rest the vehicle onto its centre stand on level ground 2 Unscrew the dipstick A dry it with a clean cloth and then reinsert it screwing it fully into place 3 Pull out the dipstick to control that the oil level reaches the second notch from the bottom as indicated by the arrow in figure this is the correct level and must remain constant at all times 4 Screw the dipstick back in checking that it is correctly locked in place N B The notches on the hub oil level dipstick except for the one indicating the MAX level refer to other models by the manufacturer and have no specific function for this model 52 CAUTION RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH INSUFFICIENT HUB LUBRICATION OR WITH CON TAMINATED OR IMPROPER LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES THE WEAR
27. PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE THANK YOU for choosing one of its products We have prepared this manual to help you to get very best from your scooter Please read it carefully before riding the scooter for the first time It contains information tips and precautions for using your scooter lt also describes features details and devices to assure you that you have made the right choice We believe that if you follow our suggestions you will soon get to know your new vehicle and it will serve you well for a long time to come This booklet forms an integral part of the scooter should the scooter be sold it must be transferred to the new owner MP3 250 Le PIAGGIO The instructions given in this manual are intended to provide a clear simple guide to using your scooter this booklet also details routine maintenance procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an authorised Dealer or Service Centre The booklet also contains instructions for simple repairs Any operations not specifically described in this manual require the use of special tools and or particular technical knowledge to carry out these operations refer to any authorised Dealer of Service Centres SEE Personal safety Failure to completely observe these instructions will result in serious risk of personal injury Safeguarding the environment Sections marked with this symbol indicate the correct use of the vehicle to prevent dam aging the environmen
28. RIES MAY AFFECT THE STABILITY AND OPERATION OF YOUR VEHICLE AND REDUCE SAFETY LEVELS WITH POTENTIAL RISKS FOR THE RIDER WARNING NEVER RIDE THE SCOOTER EGUIPPED WITH ACCESSORIES TOP BOK AND OR WINDSHIELD SPEED HIGHER THAN 100 km h THE SCOOTER CAN BE RIDDEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WITHOUT THE ACCESSO RIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW IF THERE SHOULD BE NOT PIAGGIO ACCESSORIES INSTALLED OR AN ABNOR MAL LOAD OR IF THE SCOOTER IS NOT IN A GENERALLY GOOD CONDITION OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT SPEED SHOULD BE REDUCED FURTHER WARNING BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL WHEN INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE MECHANI CAL ANTITHEFT DEVICE ON THE VEHICLE U SHAPED PADLOCK DISC BLOCK MAINLY DUE THE PROXIMITY THE TRANSMISSIONS OR ELECTRIC CABLES AN INCORRECT INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL OF THE ANTITHEFT DEVICE AS WELL AS LEAVING IT ON BEFORE STARTING THE VEHI 89 souossoooe pue sued 5 Spare parts and accessories CLE CAN SERIOUSLY DAMAGE ITS COMPONENTS AND AFFECT THE CORRECT FUNCTIONING OF THE VEHICLE AND HARM THE USER 90 MP3 250 Le PIAGGIO Chap 06 Programmed maintenance 6 Programmed maintenance Scheduled maintenance table Adequate maintenance is fundamental to ensuring long lasting optimum operation and performance of your vehicle To this end a series of checks and maintenance operations at the owner s expense h
29. SORIES MENTIONED BEFORE WITHIN THE LIMITS ESTABLISHED BY LAW IF THERE SHOULD BE NOT PIAGGIO ACCESSORIES INSTALLED OR AN AB NORMAL LOAD OR IF THE SCOOTER IS NOT IN A GENERALLY GOOD CON DITION OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT SPEED SHOULD BE REDUCED FURTHER 42 CAUTION DO NOT ADJUST THE MIRRORS WHILE RIDING THIS COULD CAUSE YOU TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE CAUTION ANY CHANGES TO THE VEHICLE PERFORMANCE AS WELL AS ALTERATIONS TO ORIGINAL STRUCTURAL PARTS IS STRICTLY FORBIDDEN BY LAW AND RENDERS THE VEHICLE NO LONGER CONFORMING TO THE APPROVED TYPE AND DANGEROUS FOR RIDING 43 z 2 Use Front suspension locking system 02 08 02 09 02 10 02 11 02 12 The following point corresponds only to versions with front suspension locking system The front suspension locking system simply prevents vehicle tilting when the T Switch is pressed The vehicle can be stopped without your feet touching the ground The warning light E starts flashing when the key switch is set to ON This means that the system is enabled for locking activation When the T switch is turned to 1 a continuous sound alarm signals that the locking System is engaged and at the same time the warning light E turns steadily on 44 When the T switch is turned to 2 an intermittent sound alarm signals that the locking system is disengaged and at the same time the warning light E starts flashing again
30. ads Should the level appear to be below the minimum mark please contact an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer in order to have braking system thoroughly checked Braking system fluid top up 03 14 Proceed as follows 58 Loosen the fiking screws and lift the plastic cover in order to access the brake reservoir Loosen the two fiking screws and remove the reservoir cover top up with the recommended fluid without exceeding the mark This procedure applies to the rear brake pump top up operation follow the same pro cedure for the front brake pump Under normal climatic conditions the brake fluid should be replaced every 2 years This operation must be carried out by trained technicians please contact your nearest PIAGGIO dealer or an authorised service centre WARNING ONLY USE DOT 4 CLASS BRAKE FLUIDS COOLING SYSTEM FLUIDS ARE HIGHLY CORROSIVE MAKE SURE THAT IT DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAINTWORK CAUTION AVOID CONTACT OF BRAKE FLUID WITH EYES SKIN AND CLOTHING IN CASE OF CONTACT RINSE WITH WATER THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HYGROSCOPIC THAT IS IT ABSORBS HUMIDITY FROM THE SURROUNDING AIR IF THE HUMIDITY IN THE BRAKING FLUID EXCEEDS A CERTAIN VALUE IT WILL LEAD TO INEFFICIENT BRAKING NEVER USE BRAKING FLUID KEPT IN CONTAINERS THAT HAVE ALREADY BEEN OPENED OR PARTIALLY USED Recommended products AGIP BRAKE 4 Brake fluid FMVSS DOT 4 Synthetic fluid 59
31. ase brake control levers throttle grip NLGI 2 ISO L XBCIB2 CITY HI TEC 4 Engine oil SAE 5W 40 API SL ACEA A3 JASO MA Synthetic oil AGIP BRAKE 4 Brake fluid FMVSS DOT 4 Synthetic fluid SPECIAL AGIP PERMANENT fluid coolant Monoethylene glycol based antifreeze fluid CUNA NC 956 16 97 9 9 98 Air filter 56 Battery 60 Brake 58 73 Clock 12 D Disc brake 73 Display 73 E Engine oil 50 51 Engine stop 77 F Fuel 24 Fuses 67 H Headlight 66 Horn 15 Hub oil 52 Identification 28 Immobilizer 78 21 Instrument panel 70 K Key switch 14 Keys 18 99 TABLE OF CONTENTS L Tyre pressure 33 Light switch 16 Tyres 54 Maintenance 13 49 91 92 Mirrors 73 s Saddle 22 25 27 Scheduled maintenance 92 Shock absorbers 34 Spark plug 55 Stand 40 Start up 17 T Tank 24 Technical Data 81 Top box 28 Transmission 41 PIAGGIO The descriptions and illustrations given in this publication are not binding While the basic features as described and illustrated in this manual remain unchanged PIAGGIO GILERA reserves the right at any time and without being required to update this publication beforehand to make any changes to components parts or accessory supplies which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are required for manufacturing or cons
32. ave been suggested which are included in the summary table on the following page Any minor faults should be reported without delay to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer without waiting until the next scheduled service to solve it All scheduled maintenance services must be carried out at the specified times even if the stated mileage has not yet been reached Carrying out scheduled services on time is necessary to ensure your warranty remains valid For any further information concerning Warranty procedures and Scheduled Maintenance please refer to the Warranty Booklet EVERY 2 YEARS Coolant change Brake fluid change AFTER 1 000 KM Safety locks check Throttle lever adjustment Engine oil change Electrical system and battery check Coolant level check Brake fluid level check Engine oil replacement 92 pads check condition and wear Tyre pressure and wear check Vehicle and brake test road test Hub oil change Steering Check Tilt locking gripper control cable adjustment AFTER 5 000 KM 15 000 KM 25 000 KM 35000 KM 45 000 KM 55 000 KM 65 000 KM 75 000 KM Engine oil level check top up Brake pads check condition and wear AFTER 10 000 KM 50 000 KM 70 000 KM Safety locks check Throttle lever adjustment Air filter clean Engine oil change Ele
33. ctrical system and battery check Coolant level check Brake fluid level check Engine oil replacement Brake pads check condition and wear 93 9 6 Programmed maintenance Sliding block variable speed rollers change Tyre pressure and wear check Vehicle and brake test road test Hub oil check Suspensions check Steering Check Centre stand lubrication Tilt locking gripper control cable adjustment AFTER 20 000 KM 35 000 KM 50 000 KM 65 000 KM 80 000 KM Driving Belt replacement AFTER 20 000 KM 40 000 KM 80 000 KM Spark plug replacement Throttle lever adjustment Air filter clean Engine oil change Valve clearance check Electrical system and battery check Coolant level check Brake fluid level check 94 Engine oil replacement Brake pads check condition and wear Sliding block variable speed rollers change Tyre pressure and wear check Vehicle and brake test road test Hub oil change Suspensions check Steering Check Tilt locking gripper control cable adjustment 30 000 KM Safety locks check Throttle lever adjustment Air filter clean Engine oil change Electrical system and battery check Coolant level check Brake fluid level
34. d in the Battery section Recommended products AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Oil to lubricate flexible transmissions throttle control Oil for 4 stroke engines Cleaning the vehicle In order to soften the dirt and mud deposited on the painted surfaces use a low pres sure jet of water Once softened mud and dirt must be removed with a soft sponge for bodywork soaked in lots of water and shampoo 2 496 of car shampoo in water 75 eoueuelule wN 3 Maintenance Then rinse abundantly with water and dry with a shammy cloth For the outside of the engine use petroleum a brush and clean cloths Petroleum can damage paintwork Remember that any polishing with silicone wax must always be preceded by washing CAUTION DETERGENTS CAN POLLUTE WATER THE VEHICLE MUST BE WASHED AT A WASH STATION EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL WATER PURIFICATION SYSTEM CAUTION PER IL LAVAGGIO DEL MOTORE E DEL VEICOLO SCONSIGLIATO L UTILIZ ZO DELL IDROPULITRICE NEL CASO CHE NON SIA POSSIBILE EFFETTUARE TALE OPERAZIONE IN UN ALTRO MODO E NECESSARIO USARE SOLAMENTE IL GETTO A VENTAGLIO NON AVVICINARE LA LANCIA A MENO DI 2 FT 60 CM NON USARE ACQUA A TEMPERATURE SUPERIORI 100 F 40 NON UTILIZZARE IL GETTO AD ALTA PRESSIONE NON UTILIZZARE IL LAVAGGIO A VAPORE NON INDIRIZZARE IL GETTO DIRETTAMENTE VERSO IL MOTORE CA BLAGGI ELETTRICI LE FERITOIE DI RAFFREDDAMENTO DEL COPERCHIO TRASMISSIONE E DEL COPERCHIO CHIOCCIOL
35. e coolant frequently or if the expansion tank is completely dry you should look for the cause in the cooling system It is therefore indispensable to have the cooling system checked at an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre The coolant should be replaced every 2 years Take your vehicle to an Authorised Piag gio Service Centre for this operation N B SHOULD THE 9th SEGMENT OF THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE INDICATOR COME ON DURING A NON DEMANDING RIDE SHUT OFF THE ENGINE AND LET IT COOL DOWN THEN CHECK THE COOLANT LEVEL IF THE LEVEL IS OK CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE 57 3 Maintenance WARNING IN ORDER TO AVOID BURNS DO NOT UNSCREW THE EXPANSION TANK CAP WHILE THE ENGINE IS STILL HOT WARNING IN ORDER TO AVOID HARMFUL FLUID LEAKS WHILE RIDING IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE SURE THAT THE LEVEL NEVER EXCEEDS THE MAXIMUM VALUE IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE THE PROPER FUNCTION OF THE ENGINE IT IS NECESSARY TO KEEP THE RADIATOR GRILLE CLEAN Recommended products SPECIAL AGIP PERMANENT fluid coolant Monoethylene glycol based antifreeze fluid CUNA NC 956 16 Checking the brake oil level 03 13 The front and rear brake fluid reservoirs are both positioned on the handlebars Pro ceed as follows 1 Place the scooter on its centre stand and make sure the handlebar is centred 2 Check the fluid through the specific sight glass C A certain lowering of the level is caused by wear on the p
36. e parking brake cannot be released when pressed and cannot be pressed when released 2 OFF Ignition disabled extractable key mechanical antitheft device dis abled and enabled disabled parking brake 3 Ready to start non extractable key mechanical antitheft device disa bled 4 HELMET COMPARTMENT OPENING Helmet compartment opening position Press the key when in OFF or ON and turn it anticlockwise 5 FUEL TANK COVER OPENING Fuel tank cover opening position Press the key when in OFF or ON and turn it clockwise Locking the steering wheel Turn the handlebar to the left as far as it will go turn the key to position LOCK and remove the key Releasing the steering wheel Reinsert the key and turn it to OFF 14 CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO LOCK OR OFF WHILE RIDING Switch direction indicators 01 09 Lever towards S Left turn indicator is switched on Lever towards D Right turn indicator is switched on The lever B automatically returns to 0 and the turn indicators remain on press the lever to turn them off Horn button 01 10 Push the C button to sound the horn 15 1 Vehicle Light switch 01 11 0 Low beam light 1 High beam light 2 Passing flashing Emergency flashing light button 01 12 It enables the activation of the 4 turn indicators simultaneously The control can be enabled only with
37. e with petrol and specific oil section Removing the air filter INSUFFICIENT BRAKING Greasy disc Worn pads Faulty Contact an Authorised Service braking system Presence of airin Centre the front and rear brake circuit INEFFICIENT SUSPENSIONS Shock absorber fault oil leak end Contact an Authorised Service buffer damaged shock absorber Centre preloading incorrectly set IRREGULAR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Variator rollers and or driving belt Contact an Authorised Service damaged Centre 78 STAND DOES NOT RETURN POSITION Presence of dirt Clean and grease 79 oueu luleN 80 MP3 250 Le PIAGGIO Chap 04 Technical data 4 MP3 250 i E TECHNICAL DATA Electronic ignition inductive high efficiency integrated with the injection system with variable timing and separate HV coil Fuel supply throttle valve dia 32 mm and single injector Transmission With automatic expandable pulley variator with torque server V belt self ventilating automatic centrifugal dry clutch gear reduction unit and transmission 82 housing with forced air circulation cooling Lubrication Engine lubrication with lobe pump inside crankcase controlled by a chain with double filter mesh and paper Cooling Forced fluid circulation with engine driven pump 3 way thermos
38. ed for by the maintenance programme are defined depending on the total contents of oil in the engine and average con sumption measured following standardised methods In order to prevent any prob lems we recommend checking oil level more frequently than indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance table or before setting off on long journeys The vehicle is however equipped with an oil pressure warning light on the instrument pan el Engine oil level check 03 01 Every time the scooter is used a visual check should be made on the level of the engine oil when the engine is cold The oil level should be somewhere between the MAX and MIN index marks on the level bar the check must be made with the scooter upright resting on the centre stand If the check is carried out after the vehicle has been used and therefore with a hot engine the level line will be lower in order to carry out a correct check it is necessary to wait at least 10 minutes after the engine has been stopped so as to get the correct level Engine oil top up Any topping up with oil must be carried out after the oil level check by adding oil but never exceeding the MAX level The topping up of the level between MIN and MAX requires approx 200 cc of oil Every 5000 km however the engine oil level should be checked and topped up if necessary at an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre Warning light insufficient oil pressure The vehicle is equipped with a warning light t
39. erefore it has no effect on the functioning of the front and rear brakes For this reason it is not necessary to adjust the brakes An excessively elastic brake lever stroke may indicate the presence of air in the braking circuit or a failure in the braking system In this case mainly due to the importance of brakes to guarantee safe riding conditions the vehicle should be taken to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer CAUTION THE BRAKING ACTION SHOULD BEGIN AFTER ABOUT 1 3 OF THE BRAKE LEVER STROKE CAUTION HAVE THE BRAKE PADS CHECKED BY THE DEALER ACCORDING TO THE CHECKS SPECIFIED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE HOWEVER IN THE EVENT OF NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT AND OR REAR BRAKE SYSTEM DURING OPERATION IT IS ADVISABLE TO HAVE THE BRAKE SYS TEM CHECKED BY A PIAGGIO DEALER OR AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE AFTER REPLACING THE BRAKE PADS DO NOT USE THE SCOOTER UNTIL 73 eoueuelule N 3 Maintenance YOU HAVE OPERATED THE BRAKE LEVER SEVERAL TIMES IN ORDER TO ALLOW THE PLUNGERS TO SETTLE AND THE LEVER STROKE TO BE SET TO THE CORRECT POSITION CAUTION THE PRESENCE OF SAND MUD SNOW MIXED WITH SALT ETC ON THE ROAD CAN DRASTICALLY REDUCE THE DURATION OF THE BRAKE PADS IN ORDER TO AVOID THIS WE RECOMMEND WASHING THE VEHICLE FRE QUENTLY WHEN RIDING IN THESE ROAD CONDITIONS Puncture The vehicle is equipped with tubeless tyres without inner tube In the event of a puncture contrary to the situation with a tyre
40. hat lights up when the key is turned to the ON However this light should switch off once the engine has been started If the light comes on while braking at idle speed or while turning a corner it is necessary to check the oil level and top it up if required If after having topped 50 up the oil the warning light still comes on while braking at idle speed or while turning a corner it will be necessary to take your vehicle to an Authorised Serv ice Centre Engine oil change 03 02 03 03 The oil and cartridge filter C must be changed after 1 000 km and every 10 000 km at an authorised Piaggio service centre The engine should be emptied by draining the oil from the drainage cap B of the gauze filter on the flywheel side In order to facilitate the oil drainage loosen the cap dipstick Since a certain quantity of oil re mains in the circuit still the top up should be carried out with around 600 650 cc of oil from cap A Then start up the scooter leave it running for a few minutes and Switch it off after five minutes check the level and if necessary top up without ex ceeding the MAX level The cartridge filter must be replaced at every oil change For top up and change use new oil of the recommended type WARNING RUNNING THE ENGINE WITH INSUFFICIENT LUBRICATION OR WITH INADE QUATE LUBRICANTS ACCELERATES THE WEAR AND TEAR OF THE MOVING PARTS AND CAN CAUSE IRRETRIEVABLE DAMAGE WARNING EXCESSIVE OIL LEVEL AT TO
41. hicle on its centre stand ensuring the rear wheel is not touching the ground 2 Maintain the throttle C completely untwisted 3 Insert the key into the ignition switch A and turn it onto the ON position 4 Make sure that the I switch is set onto the ON position 5 Pull either the front D or rear brake lever G while pressing the starter button B WARNING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAKES THE REAR WHEEL TURN EVEN WHEN THE THROTTLE IS SLIGHTLY TWISTED RELEASE THE BRAKE CAREFULLY AF TER STARTING AND THEN ACCELERATE GRADUALLY CAUTION DO NOT START UP THE ENGINE IN CLOSED AREAS BECAUSE EXHAUST GASES ARE TOXIC 37 Z 2 Use CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH ALWAYS TAKE CARE WHEN PARKING THE SCOOTER THAT THE EKHAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMMABLE MATERIALS TO AVOID SE RIOUS BURNS CAUTION DO NOT SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING UNBURNED FUEL COULD ENTER THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND BURN CAUSING IT TO OVERHEAT AND POSSIBLY DESTROYING IT CAUTION NEITHER PUSH THE STARTER BUTTON NOR TURN THE KEY SWITCH WHEN THE TANK IS EMPTY SINCE THE START UP SYSTEM MAY GET DAMAGED WARNING NEVER TRY TO START UP THE ENGINE WITH THE THROTTLE GRIP TWISTED THIS MAY LEAD TO LOSING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND TO ROLLOVER WITH CONSEGUENT SERIOUS OR IN SOME CASES LETHAL INJURIES 38 Precautions CAUTION NEVER STRESS THE ENGI
42. lowed by a number These numbers must always be indi cated on spare parts requests To read the chassis number remove the relevant port A in the helmet compartment We recommend checking that the chassis registration number stamped on the vehicle corresponds with that on the vehicle documentation CAUTION BE REMINDED THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION NUMBERS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS IMPOUNDING OF THE VEHICLE ETC 28 MP3 250 Le PIAGGIO Chap 02 Use 2 Use Checks Before using the vehicle check 1 There is enough fuel in the fuel tank 2 The correct fluid level for front and rear brakes 3 That tyres are properly inflated 4 The correct functioning of tail lights headlamp turn indicators stop light and license plate light 5 The correct functioning of front and rear brakes 6 The oil level in the gearcase 7 The engine oil level 8 The coolant level 30 Refuelling 02 01 02 02 Fuel Open the access door to the fuel tank cap and remove the cap T Recommended fuel Unleaded petrol 95 octane min The instrument H indicates fuel level and the warning light M indicates the reserve WARNING SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE BEFORE REFUELLING WITH PETROL PETROL IS HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE 31 SN Z 2 Use DO 5 KEEP OPEN FLAMES DISTANCE FIRE HAZARD DO NOT INHALE FUEL FUMES DO NOT ALLOW PETROL TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH HOT E
43. ootrest To be able to reach loosen the screw A and remove the plastic cover The chart shows the position and characteristics of the fuses in the vehicle CAUTION BEFORE REPLACING THE BLOWN FUSE FIND AND SOLVE THE FAILURE THAT CAUSED IT TO BLOW NEVER TRY TO REPLACE THE FUSE WITH ANY OTHER MATERIAL E G A PIECE OF ELECTRIC WIRE 61 3 Fuse TABLE Fuse 1 Capacity 30 Protected circuits Voltage regulator Location battery compartment Fuse No 2 Capacity 20A Protected circuits battery powered fuse No 7 live fuses No 8 No 9 No 10 No 11 Location battery compartment Fuse No 3 if present Capacity 20A Protected circuits parking control ECU Location battery compartment Fuse No 4 Capacity 15 A 62 Protected circuits Battery powered saddle opening switch glove box lighting headlight emergency turn indicator Location battery compartment Fuse No Capacity 15 A Protected circuits Battery powered injection loads electrical fan Location battery compartment Fuse No Capacity 3A Protected circuits Battery powered injection control unit Location battery compartment Fuse No Capacity 7 5 A Protected circuits Battery powered instrument panel Location footrest Fuse No Capacity 10A Protected circuits Live stop and start lights Location footrest Fuse No Capacity 7 5
44. s not pressing any buttons for a period longer than 8 seconds ends the process automatically and the display shows the modified time Digital Icd display 01 05 A Total odometer gauge B BELT maintenance icon SERVICE maintenance icon D Engine coolant temperature indicator E Trip odometer gauge A B and ambient temperature selected with the MODE button F TIME DATE indicator Low fuel warning light H Trip odometer gauge B I Trip odometer gauge A L Kilometre mile indicator Maintenance icons The icons signal the user that scheduled maintenance operations should be carried out A flashing SERVICE icon signals the need to carry out the scheduled mainte nance service A flashing BELT icon signals the driving belt needs replacing In any case vehicle maintenance must be carried out at the kilometre service intervals rec ommended in this booklet 13 1 1 Vehicle REFER THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE FOR FURTHER TENANCE OPERATIONS MODE button 01 06 Pushing the MODE switch N for less than a second displays the following function sequence 1 Trip odometer A 2 Trip odometer B 3 Ambient temperature Push the switch N for longer than 3 seconds to zero set the trip odometer Key switch 01 07 01 08 1 LOCK Ignition disabled extractable key mechanical antitheft device ena bled Th
45. shes it means that there is a failure in the front suspension locking system Therefore it is necessary to take your vehicle to a Piaggio Service Center If the front suspension is locked it can be unlocked by quickly oper ating the T switch twice to the unlocking position 2 Once the suspension is unlocked the vehicle can be normally used except for the locking system which will be disengaged For some cases of failure the vehicle speed is auto limited to 30 Km h This automatic procedure is activated to enhance safety until the failure is eliminated Always contact a Piaggio Service Center If the continuous sound alarm is activated when the WARNING light Q turns on steadily try unlocking the system by operating the T switch twice to the unlocking position 2 If it cannot be unlocked take your vehicle to a Piaggio Service Cen ter at once 47 sn Z as z 48 MP3 250 Le PIAGGIO Chap 03 Maintenance 3 Maintenance Engine oil level In 4T engines engine oil is used to lubricate the distribution elements main bearings and thermal group An insufficient quantity of oil can cause serious damage to the engine itself In all four stroke engines a loss of efficiency in oil performance and consumption should be considered normal Consumption can particularly reflect the conditions of use i e when driving at full acceleration all the time oil consumption increases The replacement frequencies provid
46. single copy of this key is supplied which is necessary to program all your other keys and for your dealer to perform some maintenance operations For this reason it is advised that it be used only in exceptional circumstances The black key B single copy supplied is used for normal operations such as engine start up open the rear glove box and the saddle with remote control Together with the two keys you will be given a CODE CARD bearing the same code imprinted onto the two keys 18 WARNING LOSING THE RED KEY PREVENTS REPAIRS OF THE PIAGGIO IMMOBIL IZER SYSTEM AND THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT WARNING KEEP THE CODE CARD AND THE RED HANDGRIP KEY IN A SAFE PLACE NOT ON YOUR VEHICLE 19 1 Vehicle Immobilizerdevice enabled indicator led 01 19 Activation of the PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER system is signalled by a flashing A indi cator In order to reduce battery discharge the indicator LED turns off automatically after 48 hours of uninterrupted functioning Should the signal led system break down in its flashing function give information about the type of problem to an Authorised Piaggio Gilera Service Centre Operation Every time the starter key is removed in the OFF or LOCK position the safety system activates the immobilizer system Turning the key to ON disables the engine lock pro vided that the safety system recognises the code transmitted by the key If the code is
47. t Vehicle intactness The incomplete or non observance of these regulations leads to the risk of serious damage to the vehicle and sometimes even the invalidity of the guarantee The signs that you see on this page are very important They are used to highlight those parts of the booklet that should be read with particular care As you can see each sign consists of a different graphic symbol making it quick and easy to locate the various topics VEHIGLE dts WA Dashboard Analogue instrument Digital lcd display Maintenance icons erret erecto Key swilchiu D Locking the steering wheel Releasing the steering wheel Switch direction indicators Horn button incerti Light switch een inneren Emergency flashing light Start Up DUlloD Engine stop button eene nennen Front suspension unlock lock switch Immobilizerdevice enabled indicator led Operations u cerent Programming the immobilizer system Saddle opening remote control Remote control
48. tat to pump intake Front suspension The tilt mechanism is composed of articulated parallelogram suspension with die cast aluminium control arms and two side headstocks plus shock absorbers with hydraulic locking system Rear suspension Single arm with two double acting hydraulic shock absorbers and preloading adjustable to 4 positions Front wheel Alloy rims 12 x 3 00 Rear wheel Alloy rim 12 x 3 50 Front tyre Without inner tube 120 70 12 51P Rear tyre Withoutinner tube 130 70 12 62P Front brake 2240 mm double disk with hydraulic control activated by the handlebar right hand lever Rear brake 8 240 mm disc brake with hydraulic control activated by the handlebar left side lever Chassis Tubular and sheet steel 83 ejep jes uy9s 4 Technical data Kerb weight 224 5 Kg bearing 410 kg Max speed 125 km h Air filter Sponge impregnated with fuel mixture 50 SELENIA air filter oil and 50 unleaded petrol Fuel tank capacity Fuel reserve Tank capacity 12 approximate value 2 01 approximate value Cooling circuit Capacity 2 0 I Rear hub oil 250 cc Exhaust muffler Twin three way catalytic converter 250 I E ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Engine single cylinder four stroke stroke 72 x 60 mm Cubic capacity 244 29 cm Compression ratio 10 5 11 5 1 Ignition advance before T
49. the key setto but once enabled it keeps functioning even if the key is set to lt OFF gt or lt LOCK gt To disable this function simply turn the key switch to 16 Start up button 01 13 Turn the key to lt ON gt the RUN OFF switch to RUN Pull one of the two brake levers Press the lt G gt switch to start the engine Warning in vehicles fitted with a suspension locking system the vehicle will start but will remain at idling speed if the rider is not seated on the in riding position Engine stop button 01_14 Functioning of the engine cut off switch I 0 OFF 1 RUN 17 9 9IUOA 1 Vehicle Front suspension unlock lock switch 01 15 The lt F gt switch engages and disengages the front suspension locking system in mod els where the system is available As the topic is so complex find the instructions for using this control in the Use chapter The immobilizer system In order to enhance theft protection the scooter is equipped with a PIAGGIO IM MOBILIZER electronic engine locking device that is activated automatically when the starter key is removed Upon start up the PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER system checks the starter key and only if this key is recognised will the immobilizer system allow the scooter to be started Keys 01 16 01 17 01 18 Two types of keys come with the vehicle The red handgrip key A is the MASTER key Only a
50. truction reasons Not all versions shown in this publication are available in all Countries The availability of individual versions should be confirmed with the official Piaggio sales network Copyright 2007 PIAGGIO amp C S p A Pontedera All rights reserved Reproduction of this publication in whole or in part is prohibited PIAGGIO amp C S p A After Sales V le Rinaldo Piaggio 23 56025 PONTEDERA Pi
51. vice Centre The remote control is powered by inner batteries that get discharged after extended used If the green LED turns on when the button is pressed the remote control is working properly You may need to replace the batteries if the remote control fails or if its range of operation is reduced To separate the two halves of the remote control insert the blade of a plain slot screwdriver at one point on the edge and slide it all around When the remote control is open remove the two batteries from the contact terminal Install the two new CR1616 3V batteries with the positive pole facing the contact terminal Reassemble the remote control by pressing the two clip on halves gently with your fingers To open the saddle without the remote control follow the procedure described in the Emergency Saddle Opening section Remote control programming Follow these steps to program the remote controls 1 Insert the remote control key to be programmed in the steering lock key block 22 2 the key to press the button on the remote control release the button turn the key back to OFF from the position all within 4 seconds 3 Wait 1 to 8 seconds 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for 4 times without removing the key The control unit confirms the programming has been successfully executed by open ing the saddle WARNING TO STORE THE OTHER REMOTE CONTROLS TO MEMORY MAXIMUM 8 YOU NEED TO REPEAT THE WHOLE PROC
52. with inner tube the tyre deflates more slowly resulting in a greater steering safety In the event of a puncture it is admissible to make an emergency repair using an inflate and repair spray can For a final repair take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer The replacement of a tyre involves removing the wheel in question Take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer for these operations CAUTION TO USE THE INFLATE AND REPAIR SPRAY PROPERLY FOLLOW THE IN STRUCTIONS ON THE PACKAGING 74 WARNING THE WHEELS FITTED WITH TYRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH VERY LOW TYRE PRESSURE OR WITH INCORRECTLY BALANCED TYRES CAN LEAD TO DANGEROUS STEERING VIBRATIONS Periods of inactivity We recommend carrying out the following operations 1 Clean the scooter thoroughly and then cover it with a canvas 2 Be careful to rest the vehicle on its centre stand disabling the front suspension locking system 3 With engine off and piston at the bottom dead centre remove the spark plug add 1 2 cc of oil through the opening adding more oil may damage the engine Operate the starter button 1 2 times for roughly 1 second to turn the engine over slowly then insert the spark plug again 4 Empty all fuel spread antirust grease on the unpainted metal parts keep the wheels lifted above the ground by resting the chassis on two wooden wedges 5 For the battery follow the procedures describe
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