VESPA GTV 250 i.e. Owner's manual

Category
Motor vehicle accessories & components
Type
Owner's manual
Vespa would like to thank you
for choosing one of its products. We have prepared this manual to help you to get the 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. 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 new owner.
Vespa GTV 250 i.e.
The instructions given in this manual are intended to provide a clear, simple guide to using your scooter; details are also given of routine maintenance
procedures and regular checks that should be carried out on the vehicle at an Authorised PIAGGIO 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 PIAGGIO Dealer or Service Centre.
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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 environment.
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.
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INDEX
VEHICLE...................................................................................... 7
Dashboard................................................................................ 8
Analogue instrument panel....................................................... 8
Clock......................................................................................... 9
Setting the total and trip odometers...................................... 9
Key switch................................................................................. 9
Locking the steering wheel.................................................... 9
Releasing the steering wheel................................................ 10
Switch direction indicators........................................................ 10
Horn button............................................................................... 11
Light switch............................................................................... 11
Start-up button.......................................................................... 11
Engine stop button.................................................................... 12
The immobilizer system............................................................ 12
Keys...................................................................................... 12
Immobilizerdevice enabled indicator led............................... 13
Operation............................................................................... 13
Programming the immobilizer system................................... 14
Accessing the fuel tank............................................................. 15
The saddle................................................................................ 16
Opening the saddle............................................................... 17
Identification.............................................................................. 18
Rear top box opening................................................................ 19
USE.............................................................................................. 21
Checks...................................................................................... 22
Refuelling.................................................................................. 22
Tyre pressure............................................................................ 24
Shock absorbers adjustment.................................................... 25
Running in................................................................................. 26
Starting up the engine............................................................... 26
Precautions........................................................................... 27
Difficult start up......................................................................... 27
Stopping the engine.................................................................. 28
Stand......................................................................................... 28
Automatic transmission............................................................. 29
Safe driving............................................................................... 29
Rear rack.................................................................................. 31
MAINTENANCE........................................................................... 33
Engine oil level.......................................................................... 34
Engine oil level check............................................................ 34
Engine oil top-up................................................................... 34
Warning light (insufficient oil pressure)................................. 34
Engine oil change.................................................................. 35
Hub oil level.............................................................................. 36
Tyres......................................................................................... 38
Spark plug dismantlement........................................................ 39
Removing the air filter............................................................... 40
Cooling fluid level...................................................................... 41
Checking the brake oil level...................................................... 43
Battery....................................................................................... 44
Use of a new battery............................................................. 45
Long periods of inactivity.......................................................... 46
Fuses........................................................................................ 47
Front light group........................................................................ 50
Headlight adjustment............................................................. 51
Front direction indicators........................................................... 52
Rear optical unit........................................................................ 53
Rear turn indicators................................................................... 53
Rear-view mirrors...................................................................... 53
Front and rear disc brake.......................................................... 54
Puncture.................................................................................... 55
Periods of inactivity................................................................... 56
Cleaning the vehicle.................................................................. 56
TECHNICAL DATA...................................................................... 61
Kit equipment............................................................................ 65
SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES........................................ 67
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Warnings................................................................................... 68
PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE............................................... 71
Scheduled maintenance table................................................... 72
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Vespa GTV
250 i.e.
Chap. 01
Vehicle
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01_01
Dashboard (01_01)
A = Starter button
B = Engine block Run-Off switch
C = Throttle control
D = Front brake lever
E = Instrument panel
F = Rear brake control lever
G = Horn button
H = Turn indicator switch
I = Light switch
01_02
Analogue instrument panel (01_02)
A = Fuel gauge
B = Headlight warning light
C = High-beam warning light
D = Speedometer
E = ABS Warning light (wiring)
F = Coolant temperature warning light
G = Antitheft device Led (immobilizer)
H = Engine control telltale light and injection system failure warning light
I = Turn indicator warning light
L = Odometer
M = Low oil pressure warning light
N = Low fuel warning light
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01_03
Clock (01_03)
Located on the instrument panel, it displays hours and minutes with 1 to 24 hour time.
Besides hours and minutes, month and day can also be displayed with the «T» button.
In order to adjust the above mentioned functions, operate button «U».
01_04
Setting the total and trip odometers (01_04)
The «TRIP» button displays the total and partial kilometres covered when pressed
repeatedly for less than 1 second. It resets the trip odometer when pushed more than
3 seconds. Push the «TRIP» button again to return to total odometer value.
01_05
Key switch (01_05)
LOCK = ignition disabled, extractable key, mechanical antitheft device enabled.
OFF = ignition disabled, extractable key, mechanical antitheft device disabled.
ON = Ready to ignition position, non-extractable key, mechanical antitheft device dis-
abled, lights on.
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.
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CAUTION
DO NOT TURN THE KEY TO «LOCK» OR «OFF» WHILE RIDING.
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_06
Switch direction indicators (01_06)
Lever towards "S" = Left turn indicator is switched on;
Lever towards "D" = Right turn indicator is switched on;
The lever returns automatically to position "0" and the turn indicator "B" remains on;
press the lever to turn them off.
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01_07
Horn button (01_07)
Push the «C» button to sound the horn.
01_08
Light switch (01_08)
0 = Low beam and side light
1 = High beam and side light
01_09
Start-up button (01_09)
Starter button "G"
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01_10
Engine stop button (01_10)
0 = OFF
1 = RUN
01_11
01_12
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_11, 01_12, 01_13)
Two types of keys come with the vehicle.
The red-handgrip key "A" is the "MASTER" key.
Only a 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 blue key «B» (single copy supplied) is used for normal operations such as:
- engine start up
- glove-box opening
Together with the two keys, you will be given a CODE CARD bearing the same code
imprinted onto the two keys.
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01_13
01_14
WARNING
LOSING THE RED KEY PREVENTS ANY 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).
Immobilizerdevice enabled indicator led (01_14)
Activation of the «PIAGGIO IMMOBILIZER» system is signalled by a flashing red
warning light.
To reduce battery discharge, the indicator led turns off automatically after 48 hours of
uninterrupted functioning.
Should the system fail, different LED flashing patterns will be provided by an Author-
ised Piaggio-Gilera Service Centre with information on the type of fault detected.
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, provided that the safety system recognises the code transmitted by the key. If
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 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.
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Take your scooter to an Authorised Piaggio Service Centre carrying with you the
red-handgrip key and all the blue keys in your possession.
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.
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 system
Below is described the procedure to follow for programming the PIAGGIO IMMOBIL-
IZER 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 - 3 seconds, turn the key to "OFF" again and pull it out.
Intermediate step - blu key
Within ten seconds after pulling out the red key, insert the black key 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 3 blue keys can be programmed by repeating the above
procedure and keeping the indicated times.
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Final step - red key
After pulling out the last blue key, insert the red key again and turn it to "ON" (this
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 the «OFF» position.
Proper programming check
Insert the red key disabling the transponder (i.e., tilt the key cap by 90°) and turn the
key to "ON". Perform the engine start-up operation. Ensure that the engine does not
start. Insert the blue 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.
01_15
Accessing the fuel tank (01_15, 01_16, 01_17)
With the key set to «OFF» or «ON», or with engine on, it is possible to electrically open
the saddle by pressing the button «C». If the saddle opening system does not work,
operate the emergency lever «A». Then, unscrew cap «B» and the fuel tank can be
reached.
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01_16
01_17
01_18
The saddle (01_18)
Saddles fitted to this scooter are upholstered in Authentic Leather, and are a stylish
accessory to emphasise an already exclusive product such as your Vespa. As leather
is a natural and vivid material, it tends to get "very opaque" aspect as time goes by,
an aspect typical of Authentic Leather. This product may also show characteristic un-
dertones and strains.
To care and maintain the features of the saddle through time, follow these tips: Do not
expose it to weather changes, when the scooter is parked protect it with the waterproof
cover supplied and stored under the saddle.
Periodically, especially during rainy seasons, apply commercially available water-
proofing products (footwear spray). Do not apply shoe polish or wax on the saddle so
as not to stain your clothes.
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01_19
01_20
01_21
In case of forced and prolonged exposure to water, dry the saddle far from any heat
source, do not to use alcohol, solvent-based products and pay special care when
refuelling.
If the saddle gets stained, wipe the area and if necessary wash it with lukewarm water
and neutral soap.
WARNING
DUE TO THE SPECIAL SADDLE STRUCTURE AND COVER CHARACTERISTICS,
USE THE SUPPLIED WATERPROOF PROTECTION, PLACED UNDER THE SAD-
DLE, EVERY TIME THE SCOOTER HAS TO BE PARKED IN THE OPEN FOR A
LONG TIME.
Opening the saddle (01_19, 01_20, 01_21, 01_22)
With the key set to «OFF» or «ON», or with engine on, it is possible to electrically open
the saddle by pressing button «C». If the electric opening does not work, use the
emergency lever "A". When the key is set to "LOCK" the saddle cannot be opened.
WARNING
DUE TO THE SPECIAL SADDLE STRUCTURE AND COVER CHARACTERISTICS,
USE THE SUPPLIED WATERPROOF PROTECTION, PLACED UNDER THE SAD-
DLE, EVERY TIME THE SCOOTER HAS TO BE PARKED IN THE OPEN FOR A
LONG TIME.
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01_22
01_23
01_24
Identification (01_23, 01_24, 01_25)
The identification registration numbers consist of a prefix followed by a number stam-
ped on both the chassis «A» and the engine «B». These numbers must always be
indicated on spare parts requests. To read the chassis number, lift the saddle and
remove the helmet compartment «C». We recommend checking that the chassis reg-
istration number stamped on the scooter corresponds with that on the scooter's
documents.
CAUTION
BE REMINDED THAT ALTERING IDENTIFICATION REGISTRATION NUMBERS
CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PENAL SANCTIONS (IMPOUNDING OF THE VEHICLE,
ETC.).
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01_25
01_26
01_27
Rear top box opening (01_26, 01_27)
Insert the key into the switch and press down until the glove compartment opens. If
the switch is set to "LOCK", turn the key to "OFF" or "ON" before pressing it down.
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VESPA GTV 250 i.e. Owner's manual

Category
Motor vehicle accessories & components
Type
Owner's manual

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