Exhaust Silencer; Catalytic Converter; Spark Arrester - APRILIA ETV MILLE CAPONORD ABS - 2003 Manual

EXHAUST SILENCER

WARNING
Tampering with the exhaust system is
prohibited. It is against the law for you
to alter the exhaust system in a manner
that increases the noise. Carefully read
p. 5 (WARNINGS - PRECAUTIONS -
GENERAL ADVICE).
Periodically inspect the entire exhaust sys-
tem, including the exhaust pipe and silenc-
er, to make sure that no holes have rusted
through. Using a wire or small pick, make
sure that the drain hole in the bottom of the
muffler is open. If the noise of your vehicle
has increased significantly, replace the de-
fective exhaust system components. See
your Local aprilia Dealer. Tampering with
the exhaust system not only makes your
vehicle loud, it will reduce its performance
and shorten its life.
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CATALYTIC CONVERTER

WARNING
The exhaust system of this vehicle is
equipped with a catalytic converter. It
becomes extremely hot, and cause seri-
ous burns and forest fires. Do not touch
it! Keep flammable materials away.
WARNING
If your vehicle is equipped with a catalyt-
ic converter, do not park it near dry
brush, wood, or in places easily accessi-
ble to children, as the catalytic converter
becomes extremely hot during use. Be
careful to avoid any kind of contact be-
fore it has completely cooled down.
The catalytic converter, if used, is a metal
≈platinum-rhodium bivalent∆ type.
This device provides for the oxidation of
the CO (carbon monoxide) and of the HC
(unburned hydrocarbons) contained in the
exhaust gases, changing them into carbon
dioxide and steam, respectively.
CAUTION
Do not use leaded petrol, since it causes
the destruction of the catalytic converter.

SPARK ARRESTER

WARNING
If the bike is to be used off-road, on
public land, it is the owner's responsi-
bility to install a spark arrester ap-
proved by the US Forest Service for this
engine displacement or larger.