Fuel requirements Fuel Requirements - all countries except USA Outside America, the Rocket III must be run on 95 RON unleaded fuel. Fuel Requirements - USA In the United States of America where the octane rating of fuel is measured in a different way, the following...
Glossary of terms The following terms and abbreviations will be found in this section. Below is given a brief explanation of what some of the more common terms and abbreviations mean. Air temperature The air temperature in the air box and intake hose. Air temperature...
Engine management system — description System description The Rocket III is fitted with an electronic engine management system which encompasses control of both ignition and fuel delivery. The electronic control module (ECM) draws information from sensors positioned around the engine,...
Engine management system diagnostics The engine management system has an on-board diagnostics feature which allows service technicians to retrieve stored data from the ECM using a Triumph service tool. Full details of the tool's operation and how to interpret the results are given...
Diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) are logged in the ECM memory when there is a confirmed fault in the system. The codes are reported to the Triumph diagnostic tool as a four digit code. As mentioned earlier, when the system detects a fault, it begins...
Service diagnostic tool 1. Memory card; 2. Screen; 3. Return key; 4. Up key; 5. Down key; 6. Validate key; 7. Help key The memory card (1) contains all the information necessary to allow the technician to follow a number of different paths to: Diagnose faults Obtain data...
Electrical connectors Before beginning any diagnosis, the following connector related information should be noted: Note: A major cause of hidden electrical faults can be traced to faulty electrical connectors. For example: Dirty/corroded terminals. Damp terminals. Broken...
Crankshaft sensor — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0335 Crankshaft sensor system fault View & note diagnostic tool "freeze frame" data if available. Ensure sensor is fitted correctly and connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint...
Idle speed conrol — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0505 ISC stepper motor/ wiring fault View & note diagnostic tool "freeze frame" data if available. View & note diagnostic tool "sensor" data. Ensure sensor connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint...
Fuel injectors — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0201/02/03 Injection system fault - Injector 1/2/3 - Misfire indicates open circuit - Flooding indicates short circuit View & note diagnostic tool "freeze frame" data if available. Ensure relevant injector connector...
Throttle position sensor — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0122 P0123 Throttle position sensor low input voltage (short to ground or open circuit) Throttle position sensor high input voltage (short circuit to sensor supply) View & note diagnostic tool "freeze frame" data if...
Purge valve — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0444 Open circuit or short circuit to earth View & note diagnostic tool "sensor" data. Ensure purge valve connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 P0445 Short circuit to battery+ Disconnect...
Ignition coils — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0351/52/53 Ignition system fault - Ign coil 1/2/3 View & note diagnostic tool "freeze frame" data if available. Ensure relevant ign coil connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint...
Coolant temperature sensor — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0118 Open circuit, or short circuit to battery+ View & note diagnostic tool "freeze frame" data if available. View & note diagnostic tool "sensor" data. Ensure sensor connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed...
Inlet air temperature sensor — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0113 Open circuit, or short circuit to battery+ View & note diagnostic tool "freeze frame" data if available. View & note diagnostic tool "sensor" data. Ensure sensor connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed...
Fuel pump relay — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P1231 Fuel pump relay open circuit, or short circuit to ground Check if pump runs briefly when ignition is switched on. Ensure fuel pump relay connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 P1232...
System voltage — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0560 Bike voltage system fault View & note diagnostic tool "sensor" data. Ensure voltage across battery is acceptable, note voltage. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint tests Test Result Action 1...
Cooling fan relay — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P1552 Fan relay open circuit, or short circuit to ground View & note diagnostic tool "sensor" data. Ensure fan relay connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 P1553 Short circuit to battery+...
Tachometer — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0654 Tachometer system fault View & note "freeze frame" data if available. View & note "sensor" data. Ensure instrument connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint tests Test Result...
Coolant temperature indication — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P1115 Temperature Indication system fault View & note "freeze frame" data if available. View & note "sensor" data. Ensure instrument connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint tests...
Vehicle speed output — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P1500 Vehicle Speed Circuit Fault View & note "freeze frame" data if available. View & note "sensor" data. Ensure instrument connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint tests Test...
Lambda sensor — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0130 Lambda sensor circuit fault. View & note «freeze frame» data if available. View & note «sensor» data. Ensure sensor connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint tests Test Result...
Lambda sensor heater — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0031 Lambda sensor heater circuit short circuit to ground or open circuit. View & note «freeze frame» data if available. View & note «sensor» data. Ensure sensor connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to...
Fall detection switch — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P1631 Fall detection switch low input voltage View & note "freeze frame" data if available. View & note "sensor" data. Ensure switch connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 P1632 Fall...
2nd throttle position sensor — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0222 2nd throttle position sensor low voltage, (short circuit to ground or open circuit) View & note "freeze frame" data if available. View & note "sensor" data. Ensure sensor connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and...
2nd throttle actuator — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0638 2nd throttle actuator motor / wiring fault View & note «freeze frame» data if available. View & note «sensor» data. Ensure actuator connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint...
Vehicle speed sensor — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0500 Vehicle speed sensor circuit fault View & note «freeze frame» data if available. View & note «sensor» data. Ensure sensor connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint tests Test...
Ambient pressure sensor — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P1107 Ambient pressure sensor circuit short circuit to ground View & note "freeze frame" data if available. View & note "sensor" data. Ensure sensor connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint testl:...
Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0107 MAP sensor circuit short circuit to ground View & note «freeze frame» data if available. View & note «sensor» data. Ensure sensor connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint testl: P0108 MAP...
Gear position sensor — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0705 Gear position sensor circuit fault View & note «freeze frame» data if available. View & note «sensor» data. Ensure sensor connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint tests Test...
Fuel level sensor circuit — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0460 Fuel level sensor circuit fault View & note «freeze frame» data if available. View & note «sensor» data. Ensure sensor connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint tests Test...
Fuel level warning light circuit — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P1610 Low fuel alarm light fault Ensure instrument connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint tests Test Result Action 1 Check cable and terminal integrity: - ECM pin A30 - Instrument...
Fuel level gauge — pinpoint tests Fault Code Possible cause Action P0656 Accessory fuel level gauge circuit fault Ensure fuel level gauge connector is secure. Disconnect ECM and proceed to pinpoint test 1 Pinpoint tests Test Result Action 1 Check cable and terminal integrity: - ECM...
Fault finding — non electrical Symptom Possible cause(s) Poor throttle response at low RPM Low fuel pressure caused by filter blockage/leaks Low fuel pressure caused by loose fuel pipes to the fuel pump and filter Cutting out at idle Throttle bodies out of balance ISC (Idle Speed...
Fuel tank — removal and installation Note: The fuel tank may be raised without being removed completely, for access to the top of the engine, ignition coils, spark plugs etc. Warning! Observe the warning advice given in the general information section on the safe handling of fuel and...
Fuel pump, filter and pressure regulator — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the fuel tank as described on page 11.100 . Warning! Observe the warning advice given in the general information section on the safe handling of fuel and fuel containers. A fire, causing personal injury and damage to property could...
Airbox, intake duct and hoses — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat as described on page 17.9 . 2. Disconnect and remove the battery as described on page 18.9 . 3. Remove the fuel tank as described on page 11.100 . 4. Remove both side covers as described on page 17.9 . 5. Remove...
Air filter — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat as described on page 17.9 . 2. Disconnect the battery negative (black) lead first. 3. Pivot the took kit upwards to gain access to the top of the air box. 4. Release the four screws securing the air filter cover to...
Intake air temperature sensor — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat as described on page 17.9 . 2. Disconnect the battery negative (black) lead first. 3. Raise and prop the fuel tank as described on page 11.98 . 4. Disconnect the electrical multi-piug from the sensor. 1. Air...
Manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat as described on page 17.9 . 2. Disconnect the battery negative (black) lead first. 3. Raise and prop the fuel tank as described on page 11.98 . 4. Disconnect the electrical multi-plug from the sensor. 1. MAP...
Barometric pressure sensor — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat as described on page 17.9 . 2. Disconnect the battery negative (black) lead first. 3. Remove the right hand side cover as described on page 17.9 . 4. Disconnect the electrical multi-plug from the sensor. 1....
Gear position sensor — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat as described on page 17.9 . 2. Disconnect the battery negative (black) lead first. 3. Remove the engine infill panel from the left hand side of the engine ( see page 17.10 ). Note: Behind the engine infill panel,...
Road speed sensor — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat as described on page 17.9 . 2. Disconnect the battery negative (black) lead first. 3. Remove the engine infill panel from the left hand side of the engine ( see page 17.10 ). Note: Behind the engine infill panel,...
Crankshaft position sensor — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat as described on page 17.9 . 2. Disconnect the battery negative (biack) lead first. 3. Remove the engine infill panel from the left hand side of the engine ( see page 17.10 ). Note: Behind the engine infill panel,...
Throttle cables — removal and installation Warning! The throttle grip controls the throttle valves in the throttle bodies. If the throttle cables are incorrectly adjusted, either too tight or too loose, the throttle may be difficult to control and performance will be adversely affected....
Throttle body balancing Note: Rocket III throttles cannot be balanced using equipment to measure vacuum in each throttle. Instead, the Triumph diagnostic tool must be used. 1. Remove the intake cover as described on page 11.98 to allow access to the adjuster screws. 2....
Throttle body — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat. 2. Disconnect the battery negative (black) lead first. 3. Raise and prop the fuel tank as described on page 11.98 . 4. Noting their orientation, release the three clips securing the intake plenum to the throttle...
Injectors and fuel rail — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove rider's seat. 2. Disconnect the battery, negative (black) lead first. 3. Remove the throttle bodies as described on page 11.122 . 4. Remove the three screws securing the fuel rail and fuel hose to the throttle body assembly. 1....
Primary throttle potentiometer — removal and installation Note: The primary and secondary throttle position sensors are different and must never be transposed. For ease of identification, the primary throttle positron sensor has a shorter connector cable than the secondary. Removal 1. Remove the rider's...
Secondary throttle potentiometer — removal and installation Note: The primary and secondary throttle position sensors are different and must never be transposed. For ease of identification, the primary throttle position sensor has a shorter connector cable than the secondary. Removal 1. Remove the rider's...
Idle speed control stepper motor — removal and installation Removal 1. Remove the rider's seat 2. Disconnect the battery, negative (black) lead first. 3. Remove the throttle bodies as described on page 11.122 . 4. Remove the nut, metal washer and plastic washer attaching the idle control stepper arm to the...
Engine management adaption General information The engine management system fitted to this model is adaptive. This means that the system is able to learn about new or changing operating conditions and continuously adapt itself without needing to constantly make major...
Exhaust system — removal and installation Removal Warning! If the engine has recently been running, the exhaust components may be hot to the touch. Contact with the hot components may cause damage to exposed skin. To avoid skin damage, always allow the hot parts to cool before working on...
Evaporative loss control system — California models only All California models are fitted with an evaporative emissions control system to prevent the exhausting of fuel vapour into the atmosphere. A canister containing activated charcoal, located beneath the left hand side cover, absorbs hydrocarbon...