PIAGGIO MP3 300 User Manual

03_14
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Remove the spark plug cover and insert the box-spanner with the appropriate
leverage for the removal.
03_15
•
Remove the spark plug.
•
When refitting, place the spark plug into the hole at the required angle and
finger tighten it as far as it will go. Use the wrench only to tighten it.
•
Cover the spark plug completely with its cap, making sure it is back in the
retainer.
N.B.
USE OF SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THE INDICATED TYPE OR UNSHIELDED
SPARK PLUG CAPS CAN LEAD TO FAULTS IN THE VEHICLE 'S ELECTRICAL
SYSTEM.
WARNING
SPARK PLUG MUST BE REMOVED WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD. REPLACE
THE SPARK PLUG AS INDICATED IN THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TABLE.
THE USE OF ELECTRONIC CENTRAL UNITS AND OF NON-COMPLIANT ELEC-
TRONIC IGNITIONS OR SPARK PLUGS OTHER THAN THOSE PRESCRIBED
MAY SERIOUSLY DAMAGE THE ENGINE.
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PIAGGIO MP3 300 Specifications

General

Engine Type	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Displacement	278 cc
Fuel System	Electronic fuel injection
Transmission	Automatic CVT
Rear Brake	240 mm disc
Seat Height	780 mm
Dry Weight	225 kg
Cooling System	Liquid-cooled
Front Suspension	Articulated quadrilateral
Front Brake	Two 258 mm discs
Fuel Tank Capacity	11 liters
Front Tire	110/70-13
Rear Tire	140/60-14
Rear Suspension	Dual hydraulic shock absorbers