KYMCO CV3 Series User manual

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Dear users:
Thank you very much for purchasing our CV3 Series product.
This Manual gives detailed instructions on how to operate, maintain and adjust the CV3 Series for
prolonged durability and comfort. This model of vehicles complies with EPA regulations on scooter
emission control standards, therefore complying environmental requirements in terms of low pollution, low
noise and low energy consumption. Although having exceptional quality, regular maintenance is still
essential for keeping the product in giving optimal performances.
In order to enjoy a safe and comfortable journey with your motorcycle, please read this manual thoroughly.

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Contents
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Contents
1. PRECAUTIONS ON SAFE DRIVING..................4
2. OWNER INFORMATION....................................9
3. PARTS NAMES................................................13
LeftView of Scooter.......................................................................13
Right View of Scooter.....................................................................14
Dashboard and Control Mechanism..............................................15
Lefthandlebar functions (front)......................................................16
Right handlebar functions (front)...................................................17
Center Multifunction Switches........................................................18
4. CONTROL FUNCTIONS OF MECHANISM......19
LCD Dashboard Function...............................................................19
noodoe Function.............................................................................27
KEYLESS car key...........................................................................34
KEYLESS sensing distance...........................................................36
KEYLESS Main Switch...................................................................38
Steering Stem Lock........................................................................40
Main Switch Functions...................................................................41
Right Handlebar Switch..................................................................43
Anti-tilting Lock Switch ...................................................................44
Engine Stop Switch........................................................................47
LeftHandlebar Switch....................................................................49
Cruise Control Settings..................................................................50
Handlebar Heater / Indicator..........................................................52
Rear Brake Lever............................................................................55
Front Brake Lever...........................................................................56
Parking Brake Arm.........................................................................56
Footbrake.......................................................................................58
Storage Box....................................................................................59
Windshield......................................................................................62
Rear View Mirror.............................................................................64
12V Power Socket..........................................................................65
Rider Backrest................................................................................66
Rear Seat........................................................................................66
Main Stand......................................................................................68
Fuel Filler Cap ................................................................................69
TPMS, Electronic Tire Pressure Sensor........................................70
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)....................................................75
O2 Sensor.......................................................................................77
Muffler and Catalytic Converter.....................................................77
Exhaust Control System.................................................................78
5. PROPER RIDING METHOD.............................79
Starting the Engine.........................................................................79
Proper Riding Method....................................................................81
Brakes.............................................................................................84
Proper Parking Method..................................................................86
At full stop of vehicle.......................................................................87

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Precautions on Safe Driving
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Parking the Vehicle.........................................................................87
A tumbled vehicle...........................................................................88
6. CHECKS BEFORE RIDING..............................89
Engine Oil and Oil Filter.................................................................89
Check/Replenish Engine Oil..........................................................90
Check/Replenish the Fuel..............................................................91
Using Fuel Tank Cap......................................................................91
Check Steering Stem.....................................................................92
Inspection offront/rear brake oil....................................................93
Check Front/Rear Brake Lining.....................................................94
Check Tires.....................................................................................94
Check the Brake Light....................................................................96
Check the Tail Light........................................................................96
Check the Headlight.......................................................................97
Check Winkers................................................................................98
Check Front/Rear Cushion.............................................................99
Inspect the outer transmission belt..............................................100
7. SIMPLIFIED MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR..101
Regular Checks............................................................................101
Check Battery...............................................................................103
Air Filter.........................................................................................110
CVT Transmission System Filter Wool........................................111
Change Oil....................................................................................113
Spark Plug Check and Adjustment..............................................116
Check Coolant..............................................................................117
8. INTRODUCTION AND MAINTENANCE TO THE
ENVIRONMENTAL MECHANISM..............................120
Introduction to the exhaust emission control system..................120
SPECIFICATIONS......................................................123
CV3 - SBA1CA .............................................................................123
Note
The actual product shall prevail if any
content in this manual differs from the
actual product.

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Precautions on Safe Driving
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Precautions on Safe Driving
Please note!
The structure of this vehicle is significantly different
from 2-wheel vehicles. Without repeated practice and
careful use, it may cause injury to oneself or others
and vehicular damage, or even be life-threatening!
It is recommended to test-ride the vehicle in non-traffic
areas in order to better understand the characteristics
of the vehicle.
Peruse user manual and precautions.
Driver shall wear a helmet, gloves, goggles, etc.
Do not wear clothes that may impede safe driving.
Excessively wide and loose sleeves may be caught by
the brake lever and is extremely dangerous.
Operation of brake lever shall in no case be obstructed.
Daily and regular checks are necessities.
Visually check tire appearance for any foreign object
or unusual abrasion.
Exhaust gas from the muffler contains carbon
monoxide which is harmful to human body.
Start the engine only in a well-ventilated location.
Buckle up chin-belt when wearing a Helmet.
Hold the Handlebar with both hands when riding. Do
not ride by single hand for this is extremely dangerous.
Wearing flat shoes is safer.
Warning
When the locking mechanism is released, be sure to
place both feet on the ground to avoid risks of the
vehicle tipping over.

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The muffler is at a very high temperature after
stopping the running engine, do not touch it.
Avoid dry grasses or flammables when parking the
motorcycle, for the prevention of fire risks.
The muffler is at a very high temperature after
stopping the engine; park the motorcycle with the
Muffler facing a wall or a location free of pedestrian,
for preventing any burn hazards.
Metal or plastic parts of the scooter may reach a very
high temperature after exposing to sunshine; care
shall be taken not to touch such surfaces or a burn
may occur.
Avoid making sharp turns or one-handed driving.
Abide by all traffic rules.
Smoking is prohibited when replenishing fuel.
Stop engine when filling with fuel.
When mounting/dismounting the scooter, special care
must be taken by the rear rider to prevent being burnt
by the high-temp Exhaust Pipe.
Operability of the handle varies in conditions with or
without an extra load.
Do not lead the vehicle and accelerate the throttle
handle at the same time while the power is turned on
or when the engine has started. This may easily cause
accidental release of the locking mechanism.
Do not let children or persons unfamiliar with the
vehicle operate it.
Do not hand over the vehicle to persons unfamiliar
with the operation of the vehicle.

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When riding the motorcycle, the rider must place both
feet on the pedals; the rear rider shall put arms
around the rider’s waist and both feet on the rear
pedals.
Avoid overloading when carrying objects. Make sure
that objects are fixed properly. Extra care must be
taken for safe driving.
Vehicle functionalities are related to its structure;
arbitrary modification may deteriorate operability of
vehicle, causing shortened service life and obstructed
driver safety.
Arbitrary modification of a vehicle is an illegal action
forbidden by law. Never try to make any modification.
Modification of vehicle may result in a nullified
warranty.
Do not go near or touch the belt or front/rear wheels
while they are in motion to avoid danger.
Natural mental relaxation and comfortable clothes are
essentials to a safe driving.
Abide by traffic rules, avoid anxiety, relax your mood,
and pay attention to drive.
Avoid wearing clothes that may impede driving safety
when riding the scooter. (E.g., long skirt, flared
trousers, etc.)
The exhaustion pipe is under extremely high
temperature when riding the motorcycle or after the
journey. Keep any portion of the body from touching
the exhaustion pipe to avoid scalding injury.

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Avoid dry grasses or flammables when parking the
vehicle, for the prevention of fire risks.
Warning
Do not turn on the ignition and begin its related operations
when the vehicle’s main stand has not been erected,
especially for children, the elderly, and persons unfamiliar
with the characteristics of the vehicle. The owner of the
vehicle is responsible for checking these relevant safety
control measures.

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The maximum load of the storage box shall be limited to
10kg at most.
It is forbidden to install a carrying basket or bracket on
the front header. Carrying anything in front of the vehicle
will surly block the headlight and significantly affect
driving safety.
Do Not exceed the following load limits:
The maximum load of the storage box shall be
limited to 10kg at most.

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Owner Information
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Owner Information
ID Number Record Field
Please note down the Engine Number and Vehicle Frame
Number in the relevant fields below to facilitate ordering spare
parts from a KYMCO dealer, or for reference in the event of a
lost of vehicle.
ID Number Record Field:
The Engine Number is engraved on the crank box as
shown in the figure.
1: Engine number engraving. 2: Frame number engraving.
3: Aluminum nameplate.
Engine Number:
The Engine Number is engraved on the crank box as shown in the
figure.

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Owner Information
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Frame Number:
Frame Number Imprint
Engrave the number onto the frame indicated in
the drawing. The Frame Number can be seen from
lower-right upwards.
Aluminum Nameplate
Located on the right side of the front frame. The
aluminum nameplate can be seen from the bottom
looking up.
Location of the aluminumnameplate

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Owner Information
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Mark Drive Caution ①
Label Fuel Tank ②
Stripe Logo KALS ③
The mark drive caution and label fuel tank of the
motorcycle is tagged on the backside of the box,luggage
of the scooter (per Fig. 1).
(Fig. 1).
(Fig. 2).
①
②
③

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Owner Information
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Collection of motorcycle data record
The ECU of this model collects and records the
information on motorcycle to assist in fault diagnosis and
troubleshooting.
To acquire the information, it is required to connect the
Kymco diagnosis tool to the diagnosis connector of the
motorcycle (e.g. maintenance check or repair).
Refer to the figure on the right.
The sensor and recorded information depend on the
Kymco model. However, the main information available
is as follows:
1. Information on motorcycle status and engine
performance
2. Information on motorcycle injection and emission
Kymco will not disclose this information to a third party
except for the following conditions:
1. Kymco has acquired the approval of the user and
owner of the vehicle.
2. The law requires Kymco to provide such information.
3. Kymco must submit the information to the court for
litigation.
4. Kymco must provide such information for research
purposes and this information is not related to a
specific motorcycle or owner.
Diagnosisconnector

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Parts Names
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Parts Names
Left View of Scooter
1. Battery 2. Coolant Checking Window 3. Engine Oil Filter 4. HelmetHook 5. Engine Oil Drain Cock
6. LeftFoot Bar 7. Oil level guide 8. Storage Box 9. Left-rear Handlebar

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Parts Names
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Right View of Scooter
1. Main Stand
2.
Engine Cover 3. Air Filter Element 4. FootBrake 5. Windshield
6. Dashboard
7.
Rear View Mirror 8. Exhaust Pipe Cover 9. RightFootBar 10. Backrest

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Parts Names
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Dashboard and Control Mechanism
1. Rear Brake Lever 2. KEYLESS Main switch 3. noodoe Dashboard 4. LOCKswitch 5. Parking Brake Arm
6. SeatCompartment
Switch
7. Dashboard Selection Switch 8. Right Handlebar Switch 9. Throttle Handle 10. Front brake lever

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Parts Names
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Left handlebar functions (front)
1. Cruise setting key
2. High/Low Beam Switch
3. Winker Switch
4. Reset/accelerate button (+)
5. Set/decelerate button (-)
6. Horn Switch
7. Handlebar Heater Indicator
(rear)
1. Power/Rain mode switch
2. Handlebar heating button

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Parts Names
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Right handlebar functions (front)
1. noodoe Pgup / Pgdn Button
2. noodoe Enter / Change Button
3. Release Front Wheel Lock
4. Lock Front Wheel
5. Park Alert Switch
6. Engine Ignition Button
(rear)
1. Release Engine Stop Switch
2. Engine Stop Switch

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Parts Names
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Center Multifunction Switches
1. Dashboard Menu: Switch between main screen and
sub-screen selection menu.
2. Storage Box: Storage box switch
3. Odometer Switch: Switch between TRIP A and B
4. Steering Stem Lock: Used to lock the steering stem

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Control Functions of Mechanism
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Control Functions of Mechanism
LCD Dashboard Function
1. Left winker
2. Fuel gauge
3. High beam
4. Engine oil indicator
5. Engine failure indicator
6. Cruise control
7.
Oil service indicator 8. Settings indicator 9. Right winker 10. Clock
11. Water temperature warning
indicator
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Seat open warning indicator
13. Tire Pressure Indicator
14. Parking brake indicator
15. Instant fuel consumption display
16. ABS warning indicator
17. Speedometer
18. Odometer
19. Tachometer
20. Power/Rain mode
21. Message bar
22. Heating the Handlebar
23. Anti-tilting lock

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1. Left blinker: Direction button for left or right turn,
indicator light will flash when turned on; press middle
button to turn off.
2. Fuel gauge: The fuel gauge is divided into five
sections.
3. High beam: When this indicator lit, the headlight
is in the high beam position.
4. The Oil Pressure Warning Indicator: The Oil
Pressure Warning Indicator lights up when KEYLESS
Main Switch is activated.
The Oil Pressure Warning Indicator will go off when
the engine is started.
The Oil Pressure Warning Indicator will light up if the
oil pressure is lower than normal action when the
engine rotates. This denotes a system anomaly; you
need to go to a KYMCO dealer for a check-up.
5. Engine inspection indicator: After “KEY ON,” the
engine inspection indicator will illuminate and then
extinguish by itself after starting the engine. In this
case, it means the vehicle is under normal conditions.
If the indicator is persistently lit, it means there are
problems in the vehicle system. Please visit the
service station for inspection and maintenance.
6. Cruise control: This function is the settings for
cruise control, please refer to “Settings for Cruise
Control”.
7. Oil/belt service indicator: OIL →Oil change
indicator. When the vehicle reaches 5,000 km, the
services symbol on the right side of the dashboard will
stay lit, indicating that oil needs to be checked.
Belt→Belt Replacement Indicator. After running
20000km, the “services” symbol on the right of
Dashboard lights up constantly, indicating a CVT belt
replacement is required.