PIAGGIO MP3 400 i.e. - Removal of the engine from the vehicle

This section describes the operations to carry out when removing the engine from the vehicle.
Exhaust assy. Removal
- Remove the side fairings.
- Remove the central frame cover.
- Remove the exhaust end.
- Disconnect the lambda probe connector.
- Unscrew the probe.
- Working from both sides, release the two clamps
securing the exhaust manifold to the head.
- Detach the exhaust manifold making it pass
through the swinging arm.
CAUTION
SHOULD IT BE NECESSARY TO REMOVE ON-
LY THE MUFFLER TIP, ALWAYS REPLACE
THE GRAPHITE GASKET BETWEEN STUB
AND TIP.
To fit, follow the removal steps but in reverse order; be careful to tighten to the correct locking torques
once the muffler silencer has been refitted.
Removal of the engine from the vehicle
- Use a jack to support the vehicle properly.
- Disconnect the battery.
- Remove the engine cover inside the helmet compartment.
- Remove the side fairings.
- Remove the footrests.
Remove the full muffler unit.
Engine from vehicle MP3 400 i.e.
ENG VE - 2