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Dashboard (01_01)

A

 = Ignition key-switch

B

 = Starter button

C

 = Throttle grip

D

 = Front brake lever

E

 = «

Mode

» remote switch

F

 = Emergency cut-off switch

G

= Digital instrument panel

H

 = Warning light unit on digital instrument panel

I

 = Analogue instrument panel

L

 = Passing

M

 = Rear brake lever

N

 = Light switch

O

 = Turn indicator switch

P

 = Horn button

Q

 = Warning light unit

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Summary of Contents for NEXUS 300 i.e.

Page 1: ...information tips and precautions for using your scooter It 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...

Page 2: ... 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 2 ...

Page 3: ...ent 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 ...

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Page 5: ...6 USE 29 Checks 30 Refuelling 31 Tyre pressure 31 Shock absorbers adjustment 33 Running in 34 Starting up the engine 35 Precautions 36 Difficult start up 37 Stopping the engine 37 Stand 38 Automatic transmission 39 Safe driving 39 MAINTENANCE 43 Engine oil level 44 Engine oil level check 44 Engine oil top up 45 Warning light insufficient oil pressure 45 Engine oil change 45 Hub oil level 47 Tyres ...

Page 6: ...ont and rear disc brake 68 Puncture 70 Periods of inactivity 71 Cleaning the vehicle 71 TECHNICAL DATA 77 Kit equipment 82 SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 83 Warnings 84 PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE 87 Scheduled maintenance table 88 6 ...

Page 7: ...NEXUS 300 i e Chap 01 Vehicle 7 ...

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Page 9: ... brake lever E Mode remote switch F Emergency cut off switch G Digital instrument panel H Warning light unit on digital instrument panel I Analogue instrument panel L Passing M Rear brake lever N Light switch O Turn indicator switch P Horn button Q Warning light unit 9 1 Vehicle ...

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Page 11: ...h C Engine control warning light D Low fuel warning light M Low oil pressure warning light F Turn indicator warning light G Antitheft device LED H LCD Display I Odo Set button L Clock button M Mode button 01_03 Indicator unir 01_03 A Warning light pre installation 11 1 Vehicle ...

Page 12: ...button for longer than 3 seconds The numbers showing the hours will begin flashing Set the hours with the ODO SET button Push the CLOCK button again and the minutes numbers start flashing Set the minutes with the ODO SET button Press the CLOCK button again to start the clock moving normally During the reset process not pressing any buttons longer than 8 seconds ends the process automatically and t...

Page 13: ...01_05 Digital lcd display 01_05 A SERVICE maintenance icon B BELT maintenance icon C Battery Icon D Miles gallons icon Not used E 3 digit display F Fuel gauge 13 1 Vehicle ...

Page 14: ...nal the user that scheduled maintenance operations should be carried out The flashing A SERVICE or B BELT icons signal the need to carry out the sched uled maintenance service according to the intervals specified in the Scheduled Maintenance Table In any case vehicle maintenance must be carried out at the service intervals recom mended in the Scheduled Maintenance WARNING REFER TO THE SCHEDULED MA...

Page 15: ... flashing Set the day with the ODO SET button CAUTION IT IS STRONGLY ADVISED NOT TO USE THE FUNCTIONS OF THE DIGITAL DISPLAY PANEL WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING 01_08 MODE button 01_08 01_09 Hold down the MODE button or the remote switch E MODE for less than one second to start the following sequence of functions 1 MEAN SPEED the word MEAN and km h or mph is displayed The value is reset by resetting...

Page 16: ...N TURN THE KEY TO ON HOLDING DOWN BOTH BUTTONS FOR MORE THAN 3 SECONDS WHEN THE WORD SET IS DISPLAYED THE UNIT OF MEASUREMENT HAS BEEN CHANGED 01_10 Key switch 01_10 The key switch A is located on the knee guard panel SWITCH POSITIONS ON 1 Ready to start position non extractable key mechanical antitheft device dis abled OFF 2 Ignition disabled extractable key mechanical antitheft device disabled 1...

Page 17: ...essing the key set to OFF and turning 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 CAUTION DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO LOCK OR OFF WHILE RIDING 01_11 17 1 Vehicle ...

Page 18: ...tically goes back to its 0 position and the indicators remain on push the lever O to turn them off 01_12 Horn button 01_12 Push the button P to honk the horn 01_13 Light switch 01_13 When the light switch N is set to 1 the low beam light is on When set to 2 the high beam light is activated Push the button L and the high beam light is flash ed 18 1 Vehicle ...

Page 19: ...set to 0 OFF the engine cannot be started or it shuts off if it is already running 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 ...

Page 20: ...We therefore recommend that it be used only under exceptional circumstan ces Key B single copy supplied is used for regular operations such as start up unlocking the fuel tank cover Together with the two keys you will be given a CODE CARD bearing the mechanical code of the keys WARNING LOSING THE RED KEY PREVENTS ANY REPAIRS OF THE PIAGGIO IMMOBIL IZER SYSTEM AND THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT WARNING KE...

Page 21: ...ode is 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 Service Centre which is provided with the electronic equip ment required to detect and repair the system The immobilizer is also activated when the emergency cut off switch stops the engine or the side stand...

Page 22: ...to the key switch in OFF position and turn it to ON After 1 3 seconds turn the key to OFF again and 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 ind...

Page 23: ...cessing the fuel tank 01_20 To remove the fuel tank cover A lift tab B and insert the key in lock C 01_21 Power supply socket 01_21 There is a plug socket D inside the helmet compartment The plug socket may be used for external consumers mobile phone inspection light etc CAUTION PROLONGED USE OF THE PLUG SOCKET MAY RESULT IN PARTIAL DIS CHARGE OF THE BATTERY 23 1 Vehicle ...

Page 24: ... PREVENT THE COURTESY LIGHT FROM TURNING OFF WHICH MAY RESULT IN BATTERY DISCHARGE N B PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION WHEN PLACING OBJECTS ON THE SADDLE AS THE AUTOMATIC OPENING OF THE SADDLE CAN CAUSE THEM TO FALL Identification 01_23 01_24 Identification registration numbers are made up of a prefix and a number stamped on the chassis and on the engine These numbers must always be quoted when ordering spa...

Page 25: ...BERS CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS IMPOUNDING OF THE VEHICLE ETC Chassis number To read the chassis number remove the lid A in the helmet compartment 01_23 Engine number The engine number B is stamped near the rear left shock absorber lower support 25 1 Vehicle ...

Page 26: ...o the rider s needs Unscrew the 3 screws A remove the windshield upper part and set it in the desired position Tighten the 3 fixing screws again WARNING CARRY OUT THIS OPERATION WITH EXTREME CARE SO AS NOT TO SCRATCH THE WINDSHIELD PREVENT WINDSHIELD DETACHMENT WHILE RIDING BY TIGHTENING THE FIXING SCREWS WELL 26 1 Vehicle ...

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Page 29: ...NEXUS 300 i e Chap 02 Use 29 ...

Page 30: ...id level 3 That the tyres are properly inflated 4 The correct functioning of the tail lights the headlamp the turn indicators the stop light and the license plate light 5 The correct functioning of the front and rear brakes 6 The oil level in the gearcase 7 The engine oil level 8 The coolant level 30 2 Use ...

Page 31: ...E DO NOT SMOKE AND KEEP OPEN FLAMES AT A DISTANCE FIRE HAZARD DO NOT INHALE FUEL FUMES DO NOT ALLOW PETROL TO COME INTO CONTACT WITH HOT ENGINE OR ANY PLASTIC PARTS CAUTION PETROL DAMAGES THE PLASTIC PARTS OF THE BODYWORK Characteristic Fuel tank reserve approx 15 00 l approx 2 80 l Tyre pressure 02_03 Check tyre pressure frequently Tyres feature wear indicators replace tyres as soon as these indi...

Page 32: ...OULD 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 TYRES Front tyre Tubeless 120 70 15 56P Rear tyre Tubeless 140 60 14 64P TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Front tyre pressure with passenger 2 3 bar 2 3 Rear tyre pressure with passenger 2 3 bar 2 5 32 2 Use ...

Page 33: ... Position 3 medium preloading rider and passenger Position 4 maximum preloading driver passenger and luggage In order to carry out this operation you will need to use the specific spanner in the kit Spring preloading increases by turning the ring nut towards A but decreases if the ring nut is turned towards B CAUTION RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH THE SPRING PRELOADING NOT CORRECTLY SET FOR THE RIDER AND...

Page 34: ...H SHOCK ABSORBERS WITH DIFFERENT PRELOADING 02_06 Running in 02_06 WARNING DURING THE FIRST 1000 KM DO NOT RIDE THE VEHICLE OVER 80 OF ITS MAXIMUM SPEED AVOID TWISTING THE THROTTLE GRIP FULLY OR KEEP ING A CONSTANT SPEED ALONG LONG SECTIONS OF ROAD AFTER THE FIRST 1000 KM GRADUALLY INCREASE SPEED UNTIL REACHING THE MAX IMUM PERFORMANCE 34 2 Use ...

Page 35: ...n electric pump and a starter that switch on automatically as soon as the engine is started In order to start the engine and before pressing the starter button B pull and hold the front brake lever D or the rear brake lever M to actuate the specific start up enabling switch 1 Rest the scooter on the centre stand E making sure the rear wheel does not touch the ground 2 Keep the throttle grip C comp...

Page 36: ... 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 EX CESSIVE 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 3...

Page 37: ...k that there is enough fuel in the fuel tank when there is no more fuel left refill the tank and start the vehicle by pressing button B and keeping the throttle grip slightly twisted If the vehicle fails to start take it to an Authorised Service Centre 02_12 Stopping the engine 02_12 Fully untwist the throttle grip then rotate the key in the switch A to KEY OFF extractable key 37 2 Use ...

Page 38: ...lding onto the handlebar 02_13 SIDE STAND Push with your foot on the fork of the stand L to bring it into the open position while lifting the scooter at the same time CAUTION TAMPERING MAY CAUSE SERIOUS ENGINE MALFUNCTION WARNING THE SIDE STAND CAUSES THE ENGINE TO TURN ITSELF OFF WHENEVER IT IS LOWERED 38 2 Use ...

Page 39: ... off with driver and passenger at slopes with steepness 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 02_15 Safe driving 02_15 Some simple tips are provided below that will enable you to use your vehicle on a daily basis in greater safety and peace of m...

Page 40: ... CERTAIN MEDICATIONS IS EXTREMELY DAN GEROUS IN ORDER TO PREVENT ANY ACCIDENTS RIDE VERY CAREFULLY AFTER ADDING ACCESSORIES AND WHILE CARRYING LUGGAGE THE ADDITION OF ACCESSORIES AND LUGGAGE CAN REDUCE YOUR SCOOTER STABILITY AND PERFORMANCE AS WELL AS THE LEVEL OF SAFETY DURING USE NEVER RIDE FASTER THAN 100 km h WITH A SCOOTER WITH ADDED AC CESSORIES WITHOUT THESE ACCESSORIES THE VEHICLE MAY BE D...

Page 41: ...HANGES 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 41 2 Use ...

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Page 43: ...NEXUS 300 i e Chap 03 Maintenance 43 ...

Page 44: ...quently than indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance table or before setting off on long journeys The scooter is however equipped with an oil pressure warn ing light on the instrument panel 03_01 Engine oil level check 03_01 This operation must be carried out with the engine cold and following the procedure below 1 Rest the vehicle on the central stand and on a flat ground 2 Make sure the rear susp...

Page 45: ...oil the warning light still turns on while braking at idle speed or while turning a corner it will be necessary to turn to an Authorised Service Centre 03_03 Engine oil change 03_03 Have oil changed and the cartridge filter C replaced as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table at an Authorised Service Centre The engine should be emptied by draining the oil through drainage plug B of the mesh ...

Page 46: ...ON AND VEHICLE MALFUNCTION CAUTION USED OILS CONTAIN SUBSTANCES HARMFUL TO THE ENVIRONMENT FOR OIL CHANGE CONTACT AN AUTHORISED PIAGGIO SERVICE CENTRE AS THEY ARE EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY 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 A3...

Page 47: ...d 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 THE ONE INDI CATING THE MAX LEVEL REFER TO OTHER MODELS BY THE MANUFACTUR ER AND HAVE NO SPECIFIC FUNCTION FOR THIS MODEL CAUTION RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH INSUFFICIENT HUB LUBRICATION ...

Page 48: ... INTO CONTACT WITH THE REAR BRAKE DISC CAUTION FOR OIL REPLACEMENT CONTACT ANY AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE AS THEY ARE EQUIPPED TO DISPOSE OF USED OILS IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND LEGAL WAY Recommended products AGIP ROTRA 80W 90 Rear hub oil SAE 80W 90 Oil that exceeds the requirements of API GL3 specifications Characteristic Transmission oil 250 cm 48 3 Maintenance ...

Page 49: ...rised Service Centre or workshop equipped to perform the replacement 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 CAUTION THE USE OF TYRES OTHER THAN THOSE INDICATED MAY CAUSE INSTABIL ITY IT IS HIGHLY ADVISABLE TO USE ORIGINAL...

Page 50: ... cap B 4 Unscrew the spark plug using the wrench supplied 5 Upon refitting place the spark plug in the hole at the due inclination and finger tighten it 6 Only use the wrench to lock it in place 7 Place cap B fully over the spark plug WARNING THE USE OF SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED OR A SHIELDLESS SPARK PLUG CAP COULD CAUSE DISTURBANCES TO THE SYS TEM CAUTION SPARK PLUG MUST BE REMOVED...

Page 51: ...ric characteristic Electrode gap 0 7 0 8 mm Locking torques N m Spark plug 12 14 03_10 Removing the air filter 03_10 Proceed as follows 1 Unscrew the 9 fixing screws A 2 Remove the cover B in order to take out the sponge CAUTION IF THE VEHICLE IS USED ON DUSTY ROADS IT IS NECESSARY TO SERVICE THE AIR FILTER MORE OFTEN TO AVOID DAMAGING THE ENGINE 51 3 Maintenance ...

Page 52: ...cooled by a forced circulation coolant system The cooling circuit holds approx 1 8 litres of coolant consisting of a mixture of 50 de ionised water and 50 glycol ethylene based antifreeze solution with corrosion inhibitors Recommended coolant supplied with the vehicle already mixed and ready for use For proper engine functioning coolant temperature must be between the 4th and 7th lit segment as in...

Page 53: ...tre Replace cool ant as indicated in the scheduled maintenance table Take your vehicle to an Authorised 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 WARNING TO AVOID THE RISK OF SCALDIN...

Page 54: ...evel appear to be below the minimum mark please contact an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer in order to have a thorough inspection of the braking system carried out 03_16 Braking system fluid top up 03_16 Proceed as follows Unscrew the two screws B remove the fuel tank cap and the intermediate rubber membrane and top up the brake fluid level using only the rec ommend brake fluid type and withou...

Page 55: ...ING 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 55 3...

Page 56: ... electrical device that requires the most frequent inspections The most relevant maintenance rules to be observed are as follows Characteristic Battery 12V 14 Ah sealed battery Use of a new battery Make sure that the terminals are connected correctly When a new battery is installed the correct time and date must be reset on the digital instrument panel CAUTION DO NOT REVERSE THE POLARITY RISK OF S...

Page 57: ...icated in the Vehicle not used for extended periods section to have the battery removed Have the battery cleaned charged fully and stored in a dry ventilated place Recharge at least once every two months CAUTION THE BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED WITH A CURRENT EQUAL TO 1 10 OF THE RATED CAPACITY OF THE BATTERY AND FOR NOT LONGER THAN 10 HOURS CONTACT AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE TO CARRY OUT THIS OPERA ...

Page 58: ...IAL E G A PIECE OF ELECTRIC WIRE FUSE BOX A Fuse No 1 Capacity 7 5 A Protected circuits Injection ECU supply Fuse No 2 Capacity 10 A Protected circuits HV coil Fuel injector Fuel pump Fuse No 3 Capacity 15A Protected circuits Lines protected by fuses No 9 10 11 12 Fuse No 4 Capacity 15A Protected circuits Radiator electric fan 58 3 Maintenance ...

Page 59: ...compartment bulb Fuse No 6 Capacity 30 A Protected circuits Recharge circuit 03_22 FUSE BOX B Fuse No 7 Capacity 7 5 A Protected circuits Digital instrument panel Turn indicator bulbs Radiator electric fan remote control ECU remote control Immobilizer Antitheft device pre installation 59 3 Maintenance ...

Page 60: ...l instrument panel tail lights instrument panel lights Fuse No 10 Capacity 7 5 A Protected circuits Stop bulb Engine start up circuit Horn Fuse No 11 Capacity 7 5 A Protected circuits High beam light bulb High beam remote control High beam warning light Fuse No 12 Capacity 7 5 A Protected circuits Low beam light bulb BULBS High low beam light bulb Type Halogen H7 60 3 Maintenance ...

Page 61: ...12V 10W Quantity 2 Front turn indicator bulbs Type Incandescent BAU 155 Power 12V 10W Quantity 2 Tail light and stop light bulb Type Incandescent W2 1 x 9 5 D Power 12V 21 5W Quantity 1 License plate light bulb Type Incandescent W2 1 x 9 5 D Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 Helmet compartment light bulb Type Incandescent SV 8 5 Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 61 3 Maintenance ...

Page 62: ...Remove the front shield connection unscrewing the two screws A 3 Remove the four screws B 4 Remove the screws C on the expansion tank compartment cover and the glove box compartment 5 Take the headlight assembly off its housing To reassemble repeat the operation in the reverse order Remove the rubber protection to take out the high low beam bulbs 62 3 Maintenance ...

Page 63: ...een situated in a shaded area making sure that the scooter is perpendicular to the screen 2 Turn on the headlight and check that the edge of the beam projected on the screen is not higher than 9 10 or lower than 7 10 of the height of the centre of the headlight from the ground 3 Otherwise adjust the right headlight by turning the screw A that can be reached after removing the front shield union 63...

Page 64: ...TIONS IN FORCE IN EVERY COUNTRY WHERE THE ve hicle IS USED Turn the screw A clockwise to lower the light beam turn the set screw A anti clockwise to raise the light beam 03_30 Front direction indicators 03_30 03_31 To replace the burnt out bulb remove the 3 screws A shown in the figure and then take the rubber holder off its socket 64 3 Maintenance ...

Page 65: ...03_31 03_32 Rear turn indicators 03_32 Undo the screw A then remove the glass B 65 3 Maintenance ...

Page 66: ...te light 03_33 Remove the screw C then take out the bulb holder 03_34 Helmet compartment lighting bulb 03_34 Open the helmet compartment take out the pressure mounted glass cover F and replace the bulb 66 3 Maintenance ...

Page 67: ...ceed as follows 1 Open the saddle and remove the rear cover by unscrewing the two screws A 2 Remove the stop light glass cover unscrewing the four screws B 3 To remove the red bulb cover push it at its sides and take out the bulb by pulling it slightly and turning it anticlockwise 67 3 Maintenance ...

Page 68: ...rake 03_40 The brake disc and pad wear is automatically compensated therefore it does not have any effect on brake functioning 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 brake circuit or a failure in the braking system In this case mainly due to the importance of brakes to guarantee safe riding conditio...

Page 69: ...E BRAKING SYSTEM CHECKED BY AN AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE OR DEALER AF TER REPLACING THE BRAKE PADS DO NOT USE THE SCOOTER BEFORE HAVING OPERATED THE BRAKE LEVER SEVERAL TIMES IN ORDER TO AL LOW THE PLUNGERS TO SETTLE AND THE LEVER STROKE TO SET BACK 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...

Page 70: ...nal repair take your vehicle to an Authorised Service Centre or Dealer The replacement of a type 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 WARNING THE WHEELS FITTED WITH TYRES SHOULD ALWAYS BE BALANCED RIDING THE VEHICLE WITH ...

Page 71: ...the wheels lifted above the ground by resting the chassis on two wooden wedges 4 As regards the battery follow the instructions 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 On...

Page 72: ...SLOT DIFFUSER ON THE TRANS MISSION COVER 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 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 PRO...

Page 73: ... of fuel in tank Refuelling Fuel pump fault Contact an Authorised Service Centre Battery flat Recharge the battery IMPORTANT DO NOT USE THE SCOOTER TO THE COMPLETE EXHAUSTION OF THE FUEL IN THE EVENT THAT THIS SHOULD OCCUR DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE ENGINE TURN THE KEY SWITCH TO OFF AND TOP UP THE TANK AS SOON AS POSSIBLE THE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE FUEL PUMP ...

Page 74: ...uck Contact an Authorised Service Centre HIGH CONSUMPTION AND LOW PERFORMANCE Air filter blocked or dirty Try to blow out with compressed air otherwise replace the filter INSUFFICIENT BRAKING Greasy disc Worn pads Faulty braking system Presence of air in the front and rear brake circuit Contact an Authorised Service Centre Presence of air in the front and rear brake circuit Contact an Authorised S...

Page 75: ...hock absorber preloading incorrectly set Contact an Authorised Service Centre IRREGULAR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Variators and or transmission belt damaged Contact an Authorised Service Centre STAND DOES NOT RETURN TO POSITION Presence of dirt Clean and grease 75 3 Maintenance ...

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Page 77: ...NEXUS 300 i e Chap 04 Technical data 77 ...

Page 78: ...04_01 78 4 Technical data ...

Page 79: ...r 16 1 kW at 7 250 rpm Max torque 23 Nm at 6 000 rpm Main drive Automatic expandable pulley variator with torque server V belt automatic self ventilating centrifugal dry clutch Final reduction Gear reduction unit in oil bath Lubrication Engine lubrication with lobe pump inside crankcase controlled by a chain with double filter mesh and paper Cooling Forced circulation coolant system Electric start...

Page 80: ...pe exhaust muffler with catalytic converter Emission regulations EURO 3 VEHICLE TECHNICAL DATA Chassis Tubular and sheet steel Front suspension Hydraulic telescopic fork with Ø 35 mm stem Rear suspension Two double acting shock absorbers adjustable to four positions at preloading Front brake Ø 260 mm disc brake with hydraulic control activated by handlebar right side lever Rear brake Ø 240 mm disc...

Page 81: ...60 14 64P Front tyre pressure with passenger 2 3 bar 2 3 Rear tyre pressure with passenger 2 3 bar 2 5 Kerb weight 174 5 kg Maximum weight allowed 370 Kg Battery 12V 14 Ah sealed battery CAPACITY Engine oil 1 3 l Transmission oil 250 cm Cooling system fluid 1 8 l Fuel tank reserve approx 15 00 l approx 2 80 l 81 4 Technical data ...

Page 82: ...04_02 Kit equipment 04_02 16 mm box spanner Twin screwdriver A pair of pliers to extract fuses Wrench for adjusting shock absorbers The tools are stored in the helmet compartment 82 4 Technical data ...

Page 83: ...NEXUS 300 i e Chap 05 Spare parts and accessories 83 ...

Page 84: ...Y GUARANTEE AS THOSE INITIALLY FITTED ON THE SCOOTER THE USE OF NON ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS RENDERS THE WARRANTY VOID WARNING PIAGGIO MARKETS ITS OWN LINE OF ACCESSORIES THAT ARE RECOG NISED AND GUARANTEED FOR USE IT IS THEREFORE ESSENTIAL IN ORDER TO CHOOSE AND MOUNT THE ACCESSORIES CORRECTLY TO CONTACT AN AUTHORISED DEALER OR SERVICE CENTRE THE USE OF NON ORIGINAL ACCESSORIES MAY AFFECT THE STABILI...

Page 85: ...ALLY GOOD CON DITION OR WHENEVER WEATHER CONDITIONS DEMAND IT SPEED SHOULD BE REDUCED FURTHER WARNING BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL WHEN INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE MECHAN ICAL ANTI THEFT DEVICE ON THE VEHICLE U SHAPED PADLOCK DISK BLOCK ETC MAINLY NEAR THE BRAKE PIPES TRANSMISSIONS AND OR ELECTRIC CA BLES AN INCORRECT INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL OF THE ANTI THEFT DEVICE AS WELL AS LEAVING IT ON BEFORE STARTIN...

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Page 87: ...NEXUS 300 i e Chap 06 Programmed maintenance 87 ...

Page 88: ...d 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 intervals even if the stated mileage has not yet been reached Punctual scooter servicing is essential to ensure your warranty remains valid For any further information concern ing Warranty procedures and Scheduled Maintenance please refer t...

Page 89: ... I I I I I Brake fluid I I I I I I I Coolant I I I I I I I Engine oil R I R I R I R I R I R I R Hub oil R I R I R I R Brake pads I I I I I I I I I I I I I Sliding blocks variable speed rollers R R R R R R Tyre pressure and wear I I I I I I I Vehicle road test I I I I I I I Suspensions I I I I I I Steering A A A A A A A Centre stand L L I CHECK AND CLEAN ADJUST LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY C C...

Page 90: ...e oil SAE 5W 40 API SL ACEA A3 JASO MA Synthetic oil AGIP BRAKE 4 Brake fluid FMVSS DOT 4 Synthetic fluid AGIP PERMANENT SPEZIAL coolant Monoethylene glycol based antifreeze fluid CUNA NC 956 16 AUTOSOL METAL POLISH Muffler cleaning paste special product for cleaning and polishing stainless steel muffler AGIP GREASE PV2 Grease for the steering bearings pin seats and swinging arm Soap based lithium...

Page 91: ...23 Fuses 57 H Headlight 63 Horn 18 Hub oil 47 I Identification 24 Immobilizer 19 22 K Key switch 16 Keys 20 L Light switch 18 M Maintenance 14 43 87 88 Mirrors 68 S Saddle 24 Scheduled maintenance 88 Shock absorbers 33 Spark plug 50 Stand 38 Start up 19 T Tank 23 Technical Data 77 Transmission 39 Turn indicators 65 Tyre pressure 31 Tyres 49 91 ...

Page 92: ...ts parts or accessories which it considers necessary to improve the product or which are required for manufacturing or con struction reasons Not all versions models shown in this publication are available in all countries The availability of single versions should be checked at the official Piaggio sales network Copyright 2007 PIAGGIO C S p A Pontedera All rights reserved Reproduction of this publ...

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