Fuses - APRILIA SXV / RXV 450 550 Use And Maintenance Book

SXV / RXV 450 - 550
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FUSES

CHANGING THE FUSES
Carefully read (MAINTENANCE).
WARNING
Do not repair faulty fuses.
Never use fuses
recommended ones.
The use of unsuitable fuses may cause
damages to the electric system or, in case of
short circuit, even a fire.
NOTE If a fuse blows frequently, there probably is a short
circuit or an overload in the electric system. In this instance,
contact an aprilia Authorized Dealer.
Check the fuses if an electric component does not work or
works irregularly, or if the vehicle fails to start.
Check the auxiliary fuses first and then the 30A main fuse.
Check as follows:
•
Turn the ignition switch to position "
accidental short circuit.
•
Remove the right side panel, loosen the two screws (1)
and slide it off its seat.
•
Lift the cover (2) of the auxiliary fuse box.
•
Extract the fuses one by one and check if the filament
(3) is broken.
• Before replacing a fuse, try to find out the cause of the
problem, if possible.
• Replace the damaged fuse with a new one having the
same amperage.
NOTE If you use one of the spare fuses, put a new fuse in
the proper seat.
•
Remove the left side panel, as described for the right
side panel.
• Repeat the above operations for the main fuses.
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