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English Ownners Manual For Caponord
English Ownners Manual For Caponord
use+maintenancebook
aprilia part# 8104310
2001 aprilia s.p.a. - Noale (VE) 3!&%49 7!2.).'3 4%#(.)#!, ).&/2-!4)/.
The driver should pay attention and avoid Use only the vehicles specific fuels and lu- If the vehicle has been involved in an acci-
distractions caused by people, things and bricants indicated in the LUBRICANT dent, make sure that no damage has oc-
movements (never smoke, eat, drink, read, CHART; check all oil, fuel and coolant lev- curred to the control levers, pipes, wires,
etc.) while driving. els regularly. braking system and vital parts.
If necessary, have the vehicle inspected by
an aprilia Official Dealer who should care-
fully check the frame, handlebars, suspen-
sions, safety parts and all the devices that
you cannot check by yourself.
Always remember to report any malfunc-
tion to the technicians to help them in their
work.
Never use the vehicle when the amount of
damage it has suffered endangers your
safety.
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Never change the position, inclination or Any modification of the vehicle and/or the #,/4().'
colour of: number plate, direction indica- removal of original components can com-
Before starting, always wear a correctly
tors, lights and horns. promise vehicle performance levels and
fastened crash helmet. Make sure that it is
Any modification of the vehicle will result in safety or even make it illegal.
homologated, in good shape, of the right
the invalidity of the guarantee. We recommend respecting all regulations size and that the visor is clean.
and national and local provisions regarding
Wear protective clothing, preferably in light
the equipment of the vehicle.
and/or reflecting colours. In this way you
In particular, avoid all modifications that in- will make yourself more visible to the other
crease the vehicles performance levels or drivers, thus notably reducing the risk of
alter its original characteristics. being knocked down, and you will be more
Never race with other vehicles. protected in case of fall.
Avoid off-road driving. This clothing should be very tight-fitting
and fastened at the wrists and ankles;
strings, belts and ties should not be hang-
ing loose; prevent these and other objects
from interfering with driving by getting en-
tangled with moving parts or driving mech-
anisms.
Avoid hanging bulky, heavy and/or danger- Do not carry any bag if it is not tightly se- Do not exceed the maximum load allowed
ous objects on the handlebars, mudguards cured to the vehicle. for each side-bag.
and forks, because the vehicle might re- Do not carry bags which protrude too much When the vehicle is overloaded, its stability
spond more slowly in turns and its ma- from the luggage-rack or which cover the and its manoeuvrability can be compro-
noeuvrability could be unavoidably im- lights, horn or indicators. mised.
paired.
Do not carry animals or children on the
Do not place bags that are too bulky on the glove compartment or on the luggage rack.
vehicle sides and do not ride with the crash
helmet, because they could hit people or
obstacles, making you lose control of the
vehicle.
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1) Headlight 6) Saddle lock 12) Rear fork 17) Shifting lever
2) Left rear-view mirror 7) Rider left footrest 13) Drive chain 18) Engine oil filter
3) Clutch fluid reservoir 8) Rider saddle 14) Passenger left footrest 19) Engine oil tank
4) Ignition switch/steering 9) Battery (snapping, closed/open) 20) Engine oil level
lock/parking lights 10) Passenger seat 15) Centre stand m 21) Horn
5) Engine oil tank cap 11) Electronic unit 16) Side stand 22) Left fairing
7 8
6 A
5 9
4 10
11
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120 180
100 200
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Km/h
x1000
80 220 gal
60
0 SERVICE
6 7 40
240
260
8
C
20 280 F
0 Km
TIME
EFI ENGINE
CONTROL
MODE SET DIAGNOSIS
5 10
2 12
3 11
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1) Ignition switch/steering lock/parking lights (2 - 1 - & - :) 7) Instruments and indicators
2) Direction indicator switch (6) 8) Front brake lever
3) Horn push button (*) 9) Throttle grip
4) Dimmer switch (8 - 7) 10) Engine stop switch (2 - 1)
5) High beam signaller push button (7)/LAP push button (multifunc- 11) Start push button (+)
tion) 12) Light switch (( - ' - ) (not provided for e)
6) Clutch lever
3 4 5
EFI
6 7 8
1 2
5 6 7
4 8
3 9
120 140 2 10
100 160
T AIR
min -1
80 180 1 x1000
km/h
60 200 0 MAGNETI
MARELLI
SERVICE
40 220
20 240 C
F
0 km
TIME
EFI ENGINE
CONTROL
MODE SET DIAGNOSIS
11 10
12 9
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1) Speedometer 8) Right multifunction digital display (fuel level-air temperature -
2) Green direction indicator warning light LED (6) coolant temperature - clock/injection system error codes)
3) Red engine oil pressure warning light LED (.) 9) SET and MODE programming buttons
4) Amber side stand down warning light LED () 10) Green neutral indicator warning light LED (/)
5) Red diagnostic warning light LED (EFI) 11) Revolution counter
6) Blue high beam warning light LED (7) 12) Left digital display (odometer)
7) Amber low fuel warning light LED (-)
Description Function
Direction indicator warning light LED 6 Blinks when the direction indicators are on.
High beam warning light LED 7 Comes on when the high beam bulbs are on or when the headlight signaller is operated.
Indicates the number of revolutions of the engine per minute.
Revolution counter rpm
aCAUTION Never exceed the engine max. speed rate, see p. 54 (RUNNING-IN).
Diagnostic warning light LED EFI aCAUTION If the diagnostic warning light LED EFI comes on and blinks
when the engine is started or starts blinking during the normal
operation of the engine, this means that the electronic unit has detected an anomaly. In
many cases, the engine keeps running with reduced performance levels; immediately
contact an APRILIA Official Dealer.
Speedometer (km/h) It indicates the driving speed.
Digital display
Odometer (km - mi) Indicates the partial or total number of kilometres (miles) covered.
(left side)
Indicates the fuel level in the tank.
The fuel quantity is shown by the indicator range (analog display).
When the fuel tank is full, the indicator range is completely on.
As the fuel level decreases, the marked area of the indicator range decreases To alternate the
accordingly. data displayed,
Multifunction When no segment of the indicator range is on and the low fuel warning light see p. 20 (SET-
digital display Fuel level indicator - LED blinks, this means that the quantity of fuel left in the tank amounts to less TING BUT-
(right side) than 5 1 L. TONS).
In this case, top up as soon as possible, see p. 29 (FUEL).
aCAUTION When no segment of the indicator range is on, the
numerical display blinks indicating and the
low fuel warning light LED blinks, contact an APRILIA Official Dealer.
NOTE The digital sector is used to display the air temperature (TAIR).
Follow
Coolant temperatu-
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aCAUTION If the maximum allowed temperature (125C or
257 F) is exceeded, the engine may be seriou-
re indicator (C/F) sly damaged.
If a temperature of 116 125 C (241 257 F) is displayed and the second-
last segment of the indicator range blinks, stop the engine, wait for the cooling To alternate the
Multifunction fans to be switched off and check the coolant level, see p. 38 (COOLANT). data displayed,
digital display see p. 20 (SET-
(right side) If a temperature of 126 135 C (259 275 F) is displayed and the last two TING BUT-
segments of the indicator range blink, stop the vehicle and let the engine idle TONS).
for approximately two minutes, thus allowing the coolant to circulate regularly
in the system; then, press the engine stop switch to position 1 and check
the coolant level, see p. 38 (COOLANT). If the situation on the dashboard re-
mains the same after the coolant level has been checked, do not start the
vehicle and contact an aprilia Official Dealer.
After the first 1000 km (625 mi) and successively every 7500 km (4600 mi),
the word SERVICE appears.
Service operation in- In this case contact an APRILIA Official Dealer,
dicator SERVICE aCAUTION who will carry out the operations indicated in the
regular service intervals chart, see p. 60 (REGULAR SERVICE INTER-
VALS CHART).
Indicates the hour and minutes according to the presetting, see p. 20 (SET-
Clock TING BUTTONS).
5 6 7
4 8
3 9 6 8
120 140 2 10
100 160 C
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min -1
80 180 1 x1000
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200 0 MAGNETI
MARELLI
9 TIME
EFI ENGINE
CONTROL
40 220 MODE SET DIAGNOSIS
20 240 C
0 km
TIME
ENGINE
CONTROL
MODE SET DIAGNOSIS
3 7 10
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sure warning light LED . (2) remains lection, the button SET returns to the
aWARNING on on the dashboard (and will remain on switching mode total/partial kilometres
The operations described below must until the engine is started) and the follow- (miles) odometer.
be carried out with the vehicle at rest. ing will appear on the displays:
U Turn the ignition switch (1) to position
Performing these operations while the total number of kilometres covered (3); 2 and, within three seconds, press the
vehicle is running may be cause of acci- fuel quantity (4); button SET (10) in sequence, thus ob-
dents. air temperature (5); taining the three lighting levels.
coolant temperature (6) [up to 35 C U Select the desired lighting level.
NOTE The following information is to be (95F) the writing --- is displayed];
considered as referred to the vehicle at hour and minutes (7). SWITCHING FROM km/mi, C/F
rest.
When the ignition key (1) is turned to posi- ADJUSTING THE DASHBOARD
LIGHTING
aCAUTION
tion 2, the following lights come on on The switching km/mi, C/F is set and
the dashboard within three seconds: It is possible to select three different levels fixed by APRILIA in the vehicle produc-
all the warning lights LED; for the dashboard lighting: 100%; 60%; tion phase, according to the country of
all the dashboard lighting LEDs; 25%. destination.
all the segments on the left display; For the adjustment, proceed as follows: This setting cannot be modified succes-
all the segments and writings on the U Move the light switch (8) to position sively.
right multifunction display; ';
the pointers of the indicators move to the Bring the dimmer switch 8 - 7 (9)
bottom of the indicator range; to position 8.
thus testing the operation of LEDs, writ-
ings, segments and instruments.
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1 TIME
ENGINE
0 km
TIME MODE SET
CONTROL
DIAGNOSIS
ENGINE
CONTROL
MODE SET DIAGNOSIS
2 1 3 1
SWITCHING FROM TOTAL TO PARTIAL SETTING THE CLOCK (HOURS AND U To confirm the minute setting, press and
KILOMETRE (MILE) ODOMETER MINUTES) release the MODE (3) push button.
Left display NOTE The setting of the clock can be NOTE If the battery is removed, the
U Press and release the button SET (1); carried out only with the vehicle at rest. clock is set to zero.
the relevant total partial or total kilome- U Press the MODE (3) push button for
tres (miles) covered will appear on the more than three seconds, the segments
display. corresponding to the hours (4) will blink.
NOTE Whenever the ignition switch is NOTE If the button SET (1) is pressed
turned to position 2, the display always and released, the data are changed one by
indicates the total number of kilometres one; if the button SET (1) is kept pressed,
(miles) covered. the data change scrolling quickly and cycli-
To set the partial kilometre (mile) odom- cally.
eter to zero, proceed as follows: U Press the SET (1) push button and se-
U Display the partial number of kilometres lect the desired hour.
covered, see above. U To confirm the time setting, press and re-
U Press the button SET (1) for more than lease the button MODE (3), and the
three seconds; the segments (2) are set minute segments (5) will blink.
to zero. U Press the SET (1) push button and se-
lect the desired minutes.
3) DIMMER SWITCH (8 - 7) e
When it is in position 8 the parking lights, the dashboard
light and the low beam are always on.
When it is in position 7, the high beam comes on.
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aWARNING
Do not operate the engine stop switch 2 - 1 in running
conditions.
This is a safety or emergency switch.
With the switch pressed in position 2, it is possible to start 2
the engine; when the switch is pressed to position 1, the
engine stops.
aCAUTION 3
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switch/steering lock, the fuel tank lock (2)
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lights can be the key.
and the passenger seat lock (3). switched on.
Two keys are supplied together with the The parking It is possible
vehicle (one spare key). lights are to remove the
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NOTE Do not keep the spare key on the on. key.
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aCAUTION
aWARNING The vehicle is provided with front and rear
parking lights. Even if it is always advisable
Do not leave the parking lights on for
long periods, in order to avoid the wear
Never turn the key to position & in to park the vehicle in the appropriate park- of the battery due to the current con-
running conditions, in order to avoid ing areas and in any case in illuminated sumption required by the lights. The
losing control of the vehicle. places, the parking lights are very useful complete wear of the battery makes it
when it is necessary to park the vehicle in a impossible to start the vehicle.
OPERATION dark or badly illuminated area, or in any
To lock the steering: case when the vehicle must be visible.
U Turn the handlebar completely leftwards.
OPERATION
U Turn the key to position 1.
U Press the key and rotate it to position &. To switch on the parking lights, proceed
as follows:
NOTE If it is necessary to switch on the
parking lights, see p. 25 (PARKING U Lock the steering without extracting the
LIGHTS). key (1), see p. 25 (STEERING LOCK).
U Turn the key (1) to position : (PARK-
U Extract the key. ING).
U Make sure that both parking lights (front
and rear) are on and operate correctly.
U Remove the key (1).
5.,/#+).',/#+).' 4(% To lock the seat (2), proceed as follows: 5.,/#+).',/#+).' 4(%
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NOTE Before lowering and locking the
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U Position the vehicle on the stand, see p. seat (2), make sure that you have not left
56 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON the key in the glove/tool kit compartment. If a larger surface for the luggage is need-
THE STAND). ed, when the rider travels alone the pas-
U Insert the two front couplings (4) in the
U Introduce the key (1) in the seat lock. senger seat can be removed. To carry out
relevant seats (5).
U Rotate the key (1) clockwise, lift and this operation, it is necessary to lock the
U Lower and press the passenger seat (2),
withdraw the seat (2) from behind. glove/tool kit compartment cover (3).
making the lock snap.
NOTE The glove/tool kit compartment is In this case:
positioned under the passenger seat. aWARNING U Remove the passenger seat, see p. 26
To reach it, proceed as follows: Before leaving, make sure that the seat (UNLOCKING/LOCKING THE PASSEN-
(2) is properly locked. GER SEAT).
U Remove the glove/tool kit compartment U Remove the lock coupling (6) from its
cover (3). seat.
U Insert the lock coupling (6) and fit it cor-
rectly in the appropriate seat (7) on the
glove/tool kit compartment cover (see
figure).
U Correctly position the glove/tool kit com-
partment cover (3) in its seat.
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9 14
7 6
12
15
16
13
U Lower and press the glove/tool kit com- ',/6%4//, +)4 #/-0!24-%.4 18
partment cover (3), making the lock 17
To reach the glove/tool kit compartment,
snap.
proceed as follows:
Maximum allowed weight: 9 kg.
U Remove the saddle, see p. 26 (UNLOCK-
aWARNING I N G / L O C KI NG T HE PA SS E NG ER
SEAT).
The luggage must not be excessively
bulky and it must be firmly anchored to The tool kit (8) includes:
the passenger grab rails. 2.5 3 4 5 6 mm bent hexagon
spanners (9);
8 10 mm double fork spanner (10);
13 14 mm double fork spanner (11); Maximum allowed weight: 1.5 kg.
26 mm simple box spanner (12);
extension for simple box spanners (13);
6 7 mm double socket spanner (14);
8 10 mm double socket spanner (15);
16 mm socket spanner for spark plug
(16);
double-ended, cross-/cut-headed screw-
driver (17);
tool case (18);
aWARNING
Do not use the outlet while the vehicle
is running, since the plug may come off
and fall on the moving parts of the vehi-
cle.
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The vehicle may be equipped with the fol-
lowing accessories (to be requested to the
aprilia Official Dealer):
centre stand m;
side bags m;
bag on the tank m;
rear case m.
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(CHECKING THE BRAKE PAD WEAR) reservoir (1) by means of a short, cross-
CHECK and the disc wear. headed screwdriver.
U Position the vehicle on the stand, see p.
56 (POSITIONING THE VEHICLE ON
If the pads and/or the disc do not need re-
placing, provide for topping up.
aWARNING
THE STAND). Avoid any prolonged exposure of the
U Turn the handlebar partially rightwards, TOPPING UP brake fluid to the air.
so that the fluid contained in the brake The brake fluid is hygroscopic and
Carefully read p. 30 (BRAKE FLUID -
fluid tank is parallel to the edge of the when in contact with the air it absorbs
recommendations).
brake fluid tank (1) (see figure). its humidity.
U Make sure that the fluid level exceeds
the MIN mark.
aCAUTION Leave the brake fluid tank open ONLY
The brake fluid may flow out of the tank. for the time necessary for topping up.
MIN= minimum level Do not operate the front brake lever if U Raise and remove the cover (3) together
If the fluid does not reach at least the MIN the screws (2) are loose or, most impor- with the screws (2).
mark: tant, if the brake fluid tank cover has U Remove the guide cover (4).
been removed. U Remove the gasket (5).
aCAUTION
When the disc pads wear out, the level aCAUTION
of the fluid decreases progressively to Position a cloth under the brake reser-
compensate for their wear. voir, in case some fluid should be
spilled.
aCAUTION aCAUTION U Put back the gasket (5) in its seat cor-
rectly.
In order not to spill the brake fluid while Do not exceed the MAX level while U Put back the guide cover (4) correctly.
topping up, do not shake the vehicle. topping up. U Put back the cover (3).
Do not put additives or other subtances It is advisable to top up until reaching U Screw and tighten the screws (2).
into the fluid. the MAX level only with new pads.
If you use a funnel or other similar Do not reach the MAX level with worn aWARNING
items, make sure that they are perfectly out pads, since this will cause a fluid Check the braking efficiency.
clean. outflow when the pads are changed.
In case of excessive stroke of the brake
NOTE As a reference mark correspond- lever or reduced efficiency of the brak-
ing to the maximum level MAX, use the ing system, contact an APRILIA Official
notch (6) stamped inside the brake fluid Dealer, since it may be necessary to
tank (1) and top up until reaching it. bleed the system.
NOTE If no notch (6) is available, top up
leaving a space of 5 6 mm from the edge
of the brake fluid tank (1).
U Top up the reservoir (1) by adding brake
fluid, see p. 110 (LUBRICANT CHART),
until reaching the correct level.
TOPPING UP
aCAUTION
Position a cloth under the brake reser-
Carefully read p. 35 (CLUTCH FLUID - voir, in case some fluid should be
recommendations). spilled.
U Using a short, cross-tip screwdriver, un-
screw the two screws (2) of the clutch
fluid tank (1).
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aCAUTION aCAUTION
Do not shake the vehicle, in order not to Do not exceed the MAX level while
spill fluid while topping up. topping up.
Do not put additives or other subtances U Put back the gasket (4) in its seat cor-
into the fluid. rectly.
If you use a funnel or other similar U Put back the cover (3).
items, make sure that they are perfectly U Screw and tighten the screws (2).
clean.
U Raise and remove the cover (3) together aWARNING
with the screws (2). Check the clutch efficiency.
U Remove the gasket (4).
If the stroke of the clutch control lever
NOTE In order to reach the MAX level, is excessive or if the clutch system is
top up until covering the glass (5) complete- not efficient, contact your APRILIA Offi-
ly, with the clutch fluid reservoir rim parallel cial Dealer, since it may be necessary to
to the ground. bleed the system.
U Top up the reservoir (1) by adding clutch
fluid, see p. 110 (LUBRICANT CHART),
until reaching the correct level.
aCAUTION 1
Do not use the vehicle if the coolant is
below the minimum prescribed level
(LOW).
NOTE Perform the maintenance opera-
tions with doubled frequency if the vehicle
is used in rainy or dusty areas, on uneven
surfaces or on racetracks.
Before departure, check the coolant level,
see p. 39 (CHECKING AND TOPPING
UP); have the coolant changed every two
years: for this operation, contact an aprilia In case any maintenance operation If the outdoor temperature is below 0,
Official Dealer. should be required, it is advisable to check the cooling circuit frequently and if
use latex gloves. necessary increase the antifreeze concen-
aWARNING tration (up to maximum 60%).
The coolant is noxious: do not swallow aCAUTION For the cooling solution use distilled water,
it; if the coolant gets in contact with the Have the pads changed by your APRILIA in order not to damage the engine.
skin or the eyes, it can cause serious ir- Official Dealer.
ritations. The coolant is composed of 50% water and aWARNING
If the fluid gets in contact with your skin 50% antifreeze. Do not remove the expansion tank plug
or eyes, rinse with plenty of water and (1) when the engine is hot, since the
This mixture is ideal for most running tem-
consult a doctor. If it is swallowed, in- coolant is under pressure and its tem-
peratures and ensures good protection
duce vomit, rinse mouth and throat with perature is high.
against corrosion.
plenty of water and consult a doctor If it gets in contact with the skin or with
without delay. It is advisable to keep the same mixture clothes it may cause severe burns
also in the hot season, since in this way and/or damage.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN. losses due to evaporation are reduced and
DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FLUID IN it is not necessary to top up very frequent-
THE ENVIRONMENT. ly.
Be careful not to spill the coolant on the The mineral salt deposits left in the radiator
red-hot parts of the engine: it may catch by evaporated water are thus reduced and
fire and send out invisible flames. the efficiency of the cooling system re-
mains unchanged.
FULL
LOW
CHECKING AND TOPPING UP If not, proceed as follows: U Top up the expansion tank by adding
coolan t, se e p. 11 0 (LUBRICANT
aWARNING U Unscrew and remove the filling cap (1).
CHART), until this almost reaches the
Check the coolant level and top up the aWARNING FULL level. Do not exceed this level,
otherwise the fluid will flow out while the
expansion tank with cold engine.
The coolant is noxious: do not swallow engine is running.
U Stop the engine and wait until it has it; if the coolant gets in contact with the U Put back the filling cap (1).
cooled down. skin or the eyes, it can cause serious ir-
U Keep the vehicle in vertical position, with ritations. aCAUTION
the two wheels resting on the ground. Do not use your fingers or any other ob-
In case of excessive consumption of
U Make sure that the coolant contained in ject to check if there is enough coolant.
coolant and in case the tank remains
the expansion tank (2) is included be-
tween the FULL and LOW marks, by aCAUTION empty, make sure that there are no
leaks in the circuit. Have it repaired by
checking through the appropriate slot on Do not put additives or other subtances an APRILIA Official Dealer.
the right fairing. into the fluid.
FULL = maximum level If you use a funnel or other similar
LOW = minimum level items, make sure that they are perfectly
clean.
aWARNING
Engine oil may cause serious damage
to the skin if handled daily and for long
periods.
Wash your hands carefully after use.
3
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE OIL IN THE
2 ENVIRONMENT.
Put it in a sealed container and take it to
the filling station where you usually buy
MINIMUM TREAD DEPTH LIMIT (3): it or to an oil salvage center. aCAUTION
front and rear 2 mm and in any case not
In case any maintenance operation Proceed with care.
less than prescribed by the regulations in
should be required, it is advisable to Do not spill the oil!
force in the country where the vehicle is
use latex gloves. Take care not to smear any component,
used.
the area in which you are working and
aCAUTION aCAUTION the surrounding area. Carefully remove
If the engine oil pressure warning light any trace of oil.
Be particularly careful when install-
ing/removing the tyres, in order to avoid LED . comes on during the normal In case of leakages or malfunctions,
scratching or damaging the rims with operation of the engine, this means that contact an APRILIA Official Dealer.
the vice. the engine oil pressure in the circuit is Periodically check the engine oil level, see
insufficient. p. 63 (CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEV-
In this case, check the engine oil level, EL AND TOPPING UP).
see p. 63 (CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL For the engine oil change, see p. 60 (REG-
LEVEL AND TOPPING UP); if the level ULAR SERVICE INTERVALS CHART)
isnt correct, stop the engine immedi- and p. 64 (CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL
ately and contact an APRILIA Official AND THE OIL FILTER).
Dealer.
NOTE Use high-quality 15W 50 oil,
see p. 110 (LUBRICANT CHART).
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aWARNING
Tampering with the noise control sys-
tem is prohibited.
Owners are warned that the law may pro-
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The vehicles provided with this device can
aWARNING the removal or rendering inoperative by
any person, other than for purposes of
be immediately recognized, since the lights Avoid parking the vehicle catalytic ver-
maintenance, repair or replacement, of
come automatically on as soon as the igni- sion near dry brush wood or in places
any device or element of design incorpo-
tion switch is turned to position 2. easily accessible to children, as the cat-
alytic silencer becomes extremely hot rated into any new vehicle for the pur-
For this reason, no light switch is provided. during use; be very careful and avoid pose of noise control prior to its sale or
The lights can be switched off only by turn- any kind of contact before it has com- delivery to the ultimate purchaser or
ing the ignition switch to position 1. pletely cooled down. while it is in use;
the use of the vehicle after such device
Before starting the vehicle, make sure that The catalytic vehicle is fitted with a silencer or element of design has been removed
the dimmer switch is in position 8 (front with metal catalytic converter of the plati- or rendered inoperative by any person.
low beam). num-rhodium bivalent type. Check the exhaust silencer and the silencer
This device provides for the oxidation of pipes, making sure that there are neither
the CO (carbon monoxide) and of the HC signs of rust, nor holes and that the exhaust
(unburned hydrocarbons) contained in the system works effectively.
exhaust gases, changing them into carbon If the noise produced by the exhaust system
dioxide and steam, respectively. increases, immediately contact your aprilia
Official Dealer.