Vehicle Care; Vehicle Cleaning; Vehicle Protection - Can-Am SPYDER F3TM 2016 Operator's Manual

VEHICLE CARE

Vehicle Cleaning

To clean the vehicle, do not use
high-pressure washers (like the ones
found in car washes) as they may dam-
age certain parts of the vehicle.
NOTICE
PVD
should be washed with water and
a mild soap. Do not polish, use
acid based or abrasive on the PVD
chrome wheel.
NOTICE
Do not clean the wind-
shield with alkaline or acid cleaner,
gasoline or solvent to avoid wind-
shield damage.
NOTICE
For matte finishes, do not
use wax, detail spray, or other prod-
ucts used on regular paint. Do not
wash with abrasive materials. Do
not use mechanical cleaners or pol-
ishers, and do not rub the surfaces
vigorously.
To clean the vehicle:
1. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with
water to remove loose dirt.
2. Using a soft, clean cloth, wash the
vehicle with water mixed with a mild
detergent, such as soap specially
formulated for motorcycles or auto-
mobiles.
NOTE: Using warm water works well
to remove bugs in the windshield and
front panels.
NOTE: For matte finishes, hand-wash
with a soft wash mitt and a mild clean-
ing product safe for matte paint. To
remove foreign substances such as in-
sects, use a soft applicator and a mild
solvent. Saturate and soak area before
cleaning. Rub lightly.
3. While washing the vehicle, check
for grease or oil. You can use
XPS ROADSTER WASH (P/N 219
701 703) or a mild automotive de-
greaser. Thoroughly follow the
manufacturer's instructions.
chrome wheel
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4. Dry the vehicle with a chamois or a
soft towel.
NOTE: Vehicles with a matte paint fin-
ish may require more frequent clean-
ing.

Vehicle Protection

Apply non-abrasive wax to plastic
parts.
NOTICE
Do not wax or polish
matte surfaces (including matte
paint finishes).
SURFACE
Apply only non-abrasive
Glossy paint
finishes
Matte paint
finishes
Matte
finishes
Windshield can be polished with a plas-
tic cleaner/polisher.
NOTICE
Do not use water repel-
lent products on windshield.
WARNING
Do not apply a vinyl or plastic pro-
tector on the seats as the surface
will become slippery and the oper-
ator or the passenger may slip off
the vehicle.
RECOMMENDATION
wax, safe for clear
coat paints
Do not apply wax
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