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PIAGGIO WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU

for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this booklet to help you to get the very best from your scooter. Please read it carefully before riding
the vehicle for the first time. It contains information, tips and precautions for using your vehicle. 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 use it for a long
time at full satisfaction. This booklet forms an integral part of the vehicle; should the vehicle be sold, it must be transferred to the new owner.

MP3 LT 400 i.e.

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Summary of Contents for MP3 LT 400 i.e.

Page 1: ...information tips and precautions for using your vehicle 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 y...

Page 2: ...egular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an authorised Dealer or Service Centres The booklet also contains instructions for simple repairs Any operations not specifically described i...

Page 3: ...nt 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...

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Page 5: ...by remote control 27 Opening the saddle to access the helmet compartment in an emergency 29 Opening of top box 30 Identification 30 USE 33 Checks 34 Refuelling 34 Tyre pressure 37 Shock absorbers adju...

Page 6: ...er plate light 83 Helmet compartment lighting bulb 83 Rear view mirrors 84 Front and rear disc brake 84 Puncture 85 Periods of inactivity 86 Cleaning the vehicle 87 TECHNICAL DATA 91 Kit equipment 96...

Page 7: ...MP3 LT 400 i e Chap 01 Vehicle 7...

Page 8: ...01_01 01_02 8 1 Vehicle...

Page 9: ...r 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...

Page 10: ...ument panel 01_03 A Led immobilizer anti theft device B Speedometer with twin scale km h and mph C CLOCK switch D Digital display E Front suspension locking system warning light F SET switch G Rpm ind...

Page 11: ...ht and injection system failure warning light M Low fuel warning light N Engine stop warning light D Turn indicator warning light P Low oil pressure warning light Q Front suspension locking system fai...

Page 12: ...lock push and hold the CLOCK button for other 3 seconds The numbers showing the hours will begin flashing Set the hour using the SET button Push the CLOCK button again and the mi nutes numbers start f...

Page 13: ...ess automatically and the display shows the modified time 01_05 Digital lcd display 01_05 A Total odometer gauge B BELT maintenance icon C SERVICE maintenance icon D Engine coolant temperature indicat...

Page 14: ...B 3 Ambient temperature Push the MODE switch N for longer than 3 seconds to zero set the trip odometer 01_07 Key switch 01_07 01_08 1 LOCK Ignition disabled extractable key mechanical antitheft devic...

Page 15: ...FF 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 LOCK and remove the key Releasing the steering wheel Reinsert the key and...

Page 16: ...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 01_10 Horn b...

Page 17: ...lashing light button 01_12 It enables the activation of the 4 turn indicators simultaneously The control M can be enabled only with the key set to ON but once enabled it keeps functioning even if the...

Page 18: ...ress the G 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 saddle in rid...

Page 19: ...LIZER system checks the starter key and only if this key is recognised will the immobilizer system allow the vehicle to be started 01_16 Keys 01_16 01_17 01_18 Two types of keys are supplied together...

Page 20: ...HANDGRIP KEY IN A SAFE PLACE NOT ON YOUR VEHICLE Immobilizerdevice enabled indicator led 01_19 Activation of the PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER system is signalled by a flashing A indicator In order to reduce ba...

Page 21: ...the code 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 P...

Page 22: ...COMPONENTS OF THE KEY IF OWNERSHIP OF THE VEHICLE IS TRANSFERRED THE RED HANDGRIP KEY AS WELL AS THE OTHER KEYS AND THE CODE CARD MUST ALSO BE TRANSFERRED TO THE NEW OWNER Programming the immobilizer...

Page 23: ...is operation 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 OFF Proper programming check Insert the red key disabli...

Page 24: ...the remote control insert the blade of a plain slot screwdriver at one point on the edge and slide it all around Once the remote control is open remove the two batteries from the contact terminal Ins...

Page 25: ...YS 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 R...

Page 26: ...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 le...

Page 27: ...tment by remote control 01_27 When the key is in LOCK or 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 INAPPR...

Page 28: ...OR OFF WARNING THE REMOTE CONTROL OPERATES WITHIN A DISTANCE OF ABOUT 3 5 ME TRES WITH FULLY CHARGED BATTERIES WHEN YOU ARE NEAR THE SCOOTER HANDLE THE REMOTE CONTROL CAREFULLY SO AS TO AVOID UNINTENT...

Page 29: ...attery or the vehicle battery is discharged follow these steps to open the saddle 1 Open the rear compartment with the key switch 2 Softly press with your hand on the point shown in the photo and in t...

Page 30: ...espectively followed 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 t...

Page 31: ...31 1 Vehicle...

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Page 33: ...MP3 LT 400 i e Chap 02 Use 33...

Page 34: ...d rear brakes 6 The oil level in the in the gearcase 7 The engine oil level 8 The coolant level 02_01 Refuelling 02_01 02_02 Fuel Open the access door to the fuel tank cap and remove the cap T Recomme...

Page 35: ...CAN DAMAGE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAUTION USING NON RECOMMENDED PETROL REDUCES THE EFFICIENCY OF THE EXHAUST AND FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEMS CAUTION DO NOT USE THE VEHICLE TO THE COMPLETE EXHAUSTION OF THE F...

Page 36: ...FUEL PUMPS IF PETROL IS NOT COMPLETELY CLEAN IT CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEM FILTERS CAUTION USING OILS OTHER THAN THOSE RECOMMENDED CAN SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE ENGINE Characteristic Fuel tank ca...

Page 37: ...s feature wear indicators replace tyres as soon as these indicators become visible on the tyre tread Also check that the tyres do not show signs of splitting at the sides or irregular tread wear if th...

Page 38: ...HOSE INDICATED MAY CAUSE INSTABILITY Characteristic Front tyre pressure 1 6 bar Rear tyre pressure 2 5 bar 02_04 Shock absorbers adjustment 02_04 The preloading of the springs can be adjusted to 4 pos...

Page 39: ...E 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 DURING TH...

Page 40: ...cle is equipped 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 B pull and keep pulled the front br...

Page 41: ...BECAUSE EXHAUST GASES ARE TOXIC CAUTION DUE TO THE HIGH TEMPERATURES THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAN REACH ALWAYS TAKE CARE WHEN PARKING THE VEHICLE THAT THE EX HAUST DOES NOT COME INTO CONTACT WITH FLAMM...

Page 42: ...N WHEN THE TANK IS EMPTY SINCE THE START UP SYSTEM MAY GET DAM AGED WARNING NEVER TRY TO START UP THE ENGINE WITH THE THROTTLE GRIP TWISTED THIS MAY LEAD TO LOSING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND TO ROLLOV...

Page 43: ...BLE 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 OVERREVVING THE REVOLUTI...

Page 44: ...ever 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 02_06 Stopping...

Page 45: ...centrifugal clutch The system is designed to provide the best performance acceleration and consumption while riding on both flat roads and uphill If you have to stop on an uphill slope traffic lights...

Page 46: ...re riding off remember to put on your helmet and fasten it correctly 2 Reduce speed on rough roads and ride with care 3 After riding on a long stretch of wet road without using the brakes braking can...

Page 47: ...RM ANCE AND SAFETY DURING USE WARNING NEVER RIDE THE VEHICLE WITH ADDED ACCESSORIES CASE AND OR WINDSHIELD FASTER THAN 120 KM H WITHOUT THESE ACCESSORIES THE VEHICLE MAY BE DRIVEN AT A HIGHER SPEED WI...

Page 48: ...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...

Page 49: ...ension 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...

Page 50: ...EM 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 L...

Page 51: ...02_08 02_09 51 2 Use...

Page 52: ...es it means that there is a failure in the front suspension locking system Therefore it is necessary to contact an Authorised Service Centre If the front suspension is locked it can be unlocked by ope...

Page 53: ...braking system As a result any of the three braking controls may be used indifferently An optional heelrest kit is also available for optimised rider comfort To install the heelrest remove the rubber...

Page 54: ...02_15 54 2 Use...

Page 55: ...MP3 LT 400 i e Chap 03 Maintenance 55...

Page 56: ...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...

Page 57: ...ht insufficient oil pressure The vehicle is equipped with a warning light that comes on when the key is turned to ON However this light should come off once the engine has been started If the light co...

Page 58: ...t off after 5 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 ups and oil changes use new oil of the...

Page 59: ...insert 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...

Page 60: ...D 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 FOR OIL REPLACEMENT CONTACT ANY AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE AS THEY ARE...

Page 61: ...if this occurs go to an authorised workshop or at least to a workshop equipped to replace tyres CAUTION TYRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE CHECKED WHEN TYRES ARE COLD INCOR RECT TYRE PRESSURE CAUSES ABNORMAL TY...

Page 62: ...g the fixing screw A and using a small screwdriver in the rear notch shown in the figure then proceed as follows 1 Disconnect spark plug HV wire cap B 2 Unscrew the spark plug using the wrench supplie...

Page 63: ...OF NON COMPLIANT ELEC TRONIC IGNITIONS OR SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THOSE PRESCRIBED MAY SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE ENGINE N B USING SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THE INDICATED TYPE OR SHIELDLESS SPARK PLUG CAPS CAN...

Page 64: ...compressed air 3 Impregnate the sponge with a mixture of 50 petrol and 50 specified oil 4 Gently squeeze the filtering element let it drip dry and then refit it CAUTION IF THE VEHICLE IS USED ON DUST...

Page 65: ...engine is cold following the methods indicated below a 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...

Page 66: ...IAL coolant Monoethylene glycol based antifreeze fluid CUNA NC 956 16 03_16 Checking the brake oil level 03_16 03_17 03_18 The front and rear brake fluid reservoirs are both positioned on the handleba...

Page 67: ...stic cover A in order to access the brake fluid reservoir Loosen the two fastener screws and remove the reservoir cap and top up with the recommended fluid only This procedure applies to the rear brak...

Page 68: ...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 ABSOR...

Page 69: ...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 P...

Page 70: ...sure that all terminals are properly connected 03_23 03_24 Fuses 03_23 03_24 03_25 03_26 03_27 The electrical system has twelve fuses divided into two fuse boxes to protect the dif ferent installation...

Page 71: ...03_25 03_26 03_27 71 3 Maintenance...

Page 72: ...circuits Saddle opening receiver battery power supply glove box lighting headlight turn indicator command device pre installation for anti theft device Live fuse No 12 saddle opening and boot Fuse No...

Page 73: ...nd horn Fuse No 10 Capacity 7 5A Protected circuits Live injection ECU immobilizer aerial electric fan remote control injection load remote control Fuse No 11 Capacity 7 5A Protected circuits Live par...

Page 74: ...ity 1 Helmet compartment light bulb Type FESTOON BULB Power 12V 5W Quantity 1 Rear turn indicator light bulb Type Incandescent BAU 15s Power 12V 10W Quantity 1 RHS 1 LHS Rear tail light bulb Type Inca...

Page 75: ...t light group 03_28 03_29 03_30 03_31 03_32 03_33 03_34 03_35 03_36 03_37 To remove the front headlight assembly proceed as follows 1 Remove the Piaggio clip on badge 2 Remove the screw A and the head...

Page 76: ...adlight fastener screws G 10 Take out the front headlight assembly Refit the components following the above operations in reversed order WARNING HIGH AND LOW BEAM BULBS ARE HALOGEN TYPE DO NOT TOUCH T...

Page 77: ...03_32 03_33 03_34 77 3 Maintenance...

Page 78: ...3_35 03_36 03_37 To remove the front position light move the retainer tabs which are accessible from the rear of the running light mounting Remove the assembly complete with light bulb 78 3 Maintenanc...

Page 79: ...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 indicat...

Page 80: ...two screws D remove the two license plate light bulb mounts by loosening screws C remove the two screws E and remove the license plate light mount F and rear cover G loosen screw H and remove the ligh...

Page 81: ...03_44 03_45 03_46 81 3 Maintenance...

Page 82: ...03_47 03_48 Rear turn indicators 03_48 Remove the screw A then remove the turn indicator lens Remove the bulb 82 3 Maintenance...

Page 83: ...plate light bulbs remove the two screws C then remove the bulb 03_51 Helmet compartment lighting bulb 03_51 Open the rear compartment and insert a small plain slot screwdriver in the lateral notch to...

Page 84: ...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 th...

Page 85: ...LE FREQUENTLY WHEN RIDING IN THESE ROAD CONDITIONS Puncture The vehicle is equipped with Tubeless tyres without inner tube In the event of a puncture Tubeless tyres unlike tyres with inner tubes go fl...

Page 86: ...and piston at the bottom dead centre remove the spark plug add 1 2 cm of oil through its hole larger amounts are dangerous for the engine itself Operate the starter button 1 2 times for roughly 1 sec...

Page 87: ...ax 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 THE USE OF A HIGH PRES...

Page 88: ...T TO DAM AGE THE LUSTRE FINISH OR ALTER THEIR MECHANICAL PROPERTIES US ING SILICONE BASED WAX CAN DAMAGE THE PAINTED SURFACES DE PENDING ON THE VEHICLE COLOUR SATIN COLOURS FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON...

Page 89: ...tightly Cylinder head loose piston gas rings worn Contact an Authorised Service Centre Valve stuck Contact an Authorised Service Centre HIGH CONSUMPTION AND LOW PERFORMANCE Air filter blocked or dirt...

Page 90: ...ock absorber preloading incorrectly set Contact an Authorised Service Centre AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS Variator rollers and or driving belt damaged Contact an Authorised Service Centre STAND DOE...

Page 91: ...MP3 LT 400 i e Chap 04 Technical data 91...

Page 92: ...04_01 92 4 Technical data...

Page 93: ...MAX Power 24 kW at 7 250 rpm MAX torque 38 Nm at 5 250 rpm Transmission Automatic expandable pulley variator with torque server V belt automatic clutch FINAL REDUCTION GEAR Gear reduction unit in oil...

Page 94: ...fler Absorption type exhaust muffler with catalytic converter and lambda probe Emission regulations EURO 3 VEHICLE TECHNICAL DATA Chassis Tubular and sheet steel Front suspension The tilt mechanism is...

Page 95: ...hree discs simultaneously and is controlled hydraulically via the pedal on the footrest Wheel rim type Light alloy rims Front rim 12 x 3 00 Rear rim 14 x 4 50 Front tyre Tubeless 120 70 12 51S or 51P...

Page 96: ...r one lever for box spanner one twin screwdriver one 13 mm flat wrench one special spanner for adjusting the rear shock absorbers one plastic gripper for removing the fuses The tools are stored under...

Page 97: ...MP3 LT 400 i e Chap 05 Spare parts and accessories 97...

Page 98: ...THE WARRANTY VOID WARNING PIAGGIO MARKETS ITS OWN LINE OF ACCESSORIES THAT ARE RECOG NISED AND GUARANTEED FOR USE IT IS THEREFORE ESSENTIAL TO CON TACT AN AUTHORISED DEALER OR SERVICE CENTRE IN ORDER...

Page 99: ...N INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE MECHAN ICAL ANTITHEFT DEVICE ON THE VEHICLE U SHAPED PADLOCK DISC BLOCK ETC MAINLY NEAR THE BRAKE PIPES TRANSMISSIONS AND OR ELECTRIC CA BLES AN INCORRECT INSTALLATION OR...

Page 100: ...100 5 Spare parts and accessories...

Page 101: ...MP3 LT 400 i e Chap 06 Programmed maintenance 101...

Page 102: ...en 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 Schedule...

Page 103: ...riable speed rollers R R R R R R R R Suspensions I I I I I I I I Spark plugs R R R R R R R R Tilt locking caliper control cable A A A A A A A A Valve clearance I I I I Electrical system and battery I...

Page 104: ...ic additives for increased adhesiveness AGIP GP 330 Calcium complex soap based grease with NLGI 2 ISO L XBCIB2 Grease brake control levers throttle grip AGIP CITY HI TEC 4T Engine oil SAE 5W 40 API SL...

Page 105: ...Horn 16 Hub oil 59 I Identification 30 Immobilizer 19 22 Instrument panel 10 K Key switch 14 Keys 19 L Light switch 17 M Maintenance 13 55 101 102 Mirrors 84 S Saddle 24 26 27 29 Scheduled maintenanc...

Page 106: ...ents 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 ava...

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