This section makes it possible to find what solutions to apply when troubleshooting.
For each breakdown, a list of the possible causes and respective interventions is given.
Engine
Poor performance
POOR PERFORMANCE
Possible Cause
Operation
The carburettor is dirty; fuel pump or vacuum valve
damaged
Remove, wash with solvent and dry with com-
pressed air or replace
Incorrect timing or worn timing system elements
Time the system again or replace the worn parts
Muffler obstructed
Replace
Air filter blocked or dirty
Remove the sponge, wash with water and car
shampoo, then soak it in a mixture of 50% petrol
and 50% specific oil. Press with your hand without
squeezing, allow it to drip dry and refit.
Automatic starter failure
Check: mechanical movement, electric connec-
tion and power supply, replace if required.
Oil level exceeds maximum
Check for causes and fill to reach the correct level
Lack of compression parts, cylinder and valves
wear
Replace the worn parts
Transmission belt worn
Replace
Inefficient automatic transmission
Check the rollers and the pulley movement, re-
place the damaged parts and lubricate the driven
pulley moveable guide with Montblanc Molybde-
num Grease
Clutch slipping
Check the clutch system and/or the bell and re-
place if necessary
Carburettor nozzles clogged
Dismantle, wash with solvent and dry with com-
pressed air
Rear wheel spins at idle
REAR WHEEL ROTATES WITH ENGINE AT IDLE
Possible Cause
Operation
Idling rpm too high
Adjust the engine idle speed
Clutch fault
Check the springs / clutch masses
Intake coupling cracked or clamps incorrectly
tightened
Replace the intake coupling and check the clamps
are tightened
Starting difficulties
DIFFICULTY STARTING UP
Possible Cause
Operation
Altered fuel characteristics
Drain off the fuel no longer up to standard; then,
refill
Rpm too low at start-up or engine and start-up
system damaged
Check the starter motor, the system and the torque
limiter
Troubleshooting
Vespa GTV 125
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