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  • Page 2 This vehicle may exceed the performance of other vehicles you may have ridden in the past. Take time to familiarize yourself with your new vehicle. OPERATOR’S MANUAL 2012 Rave RS Lynx products are manufactured by BRP. The following are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its sub- sidiaries. HPG™...

  • Page 3: Foreword

    Bombardier Recreational Products jury or death. Inc. (BRP) warranty and a network of authorized Lynx snowmobile dealers ready to provide the parts, service or CAUTION Indicates a hazard accessories you may require. situation which, if not avoided,...
  • Page 4 FOREWORD The informations contained in this doc- ument are correct at the time of publi- cation. BRP, however, maintains a pol- icy of continuous improvement of its products without imposing upon itself any obligation to install them on prod- ucts previously manufactured. Due to late changes, some differences be- tween the manufactured product and the descriptions and/or specifications...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD ................1 Know Before you Go .
  • Page 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS FUEL AND OIL (cont’d) Recommended Oil ............. . 46 Premix Fuel/Oil Ratio .
  • Page 7 LIMITED WARRANTY VALIDATION..........98 BRP FINLAND OY INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY: 2012 LYNX ®...
  • Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS _______________...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION ________ ________ SAFETY INFORMATION...

  • Page 10: General Precautions

    Fuel vapors can spread and be ignited by a spark or See your authorized Lynx dealer for flame many feet away from the en- available accessories for your vehicle. gine. To reduce the risk of fire or explo- sion, follow these instructions: –...

  • Page 11: Special Safety Messages

    SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do not follow these instructions: – Always make a pre-ride inspection BEFORE you start the engine. – Throttle mechanism should be checked for free movement and return to idle po- sition before starting engine.
  • Page 12 SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES – Know your local laws. Federal, state, provincial and local government agencies have enacted laws and regulations pertaining to the safe use and operation of snowmobiles. It is your responsibility as a snowmobiler to learn and obey these laws and regulations.
  • Page 13 – You may stud the track on this vehicle model. However, you MUST only use the BRP approved type stud for use on Lynx snowmobiles. DO NOT EVER use con- ventional studs because the track thickness is thinner then our standard tracks.

  • Page 14: Riding The Vehicle

    Lynx dealer. your snowmobile. Please contact an 6. All storage compartments must be authorized Lynx dealer for further de- properly latched and they must not tails. Finally, we urge you to visit an contain any heavy or breakable ob- authorized Lynx dealer periodically for jects.
  • Page 15 Check for free movement and proper action. Skis and runners Check condition. Fuel Check level and replenish if necessary. Check level. If low, contact an authorized Lynx Coolant dealer. Check level. A low fluid level indicates a leak or Brake fluid worn brake pads.

  • Page 16: How To Ride

    RIDING THE VEHICLE How to Ride Rider Position (Forward Operation) Your riding position and balance are Riding Gear the two basic principles of making your Proper snowmobile clothing should snowmobile go where you want it to. be worn. It should be comfortable When turning on the side of a hill, you and not too tight.

  • Page 17: Rider Position (Reverse Operation)

    RIDING THE VEHICLE lowing the legs to absorb the shocks when traveling over uneven terrain. Avoid abrupt stops. fmo2008-003-004 Rider Position (Reverse Operation) We recommend sitting on your snow- fmo2008-003-002 mobile when operating in reverse. Kneeling Avoid standing up. Your weight could This position is achieved by placing shift forward against throttle lever one foot firmly on the running board...
  • Page 18 RIDING THE VEHICLE tion, inlets, outlets, springs, fast mov- Ungroomed Trail ing currents or other hazards. Never Unless there has been a fresh snow- attempt to operate your snowmobile fall you can expect “washboard” and on ice that may be too weak to sup- snowdrift conditions.
  • Page 19 RIDING THE VEHICLE your track. Turn the engine off, free the so slowly with your lights on and watch skis by pulling them out and downhill, intently for hazards. If you are not sure of your way, do not proceed. Keep a place the rear of the snowmobile uphill restart the engine and ease it out with safe distance behind other snowmo-...
  • Page 20 RIDING THE VEHICLE caused by running into wires in the fields, guy wires next to poles and roads, and into chains and wires used as road closures. Slow speeds are a must. Obstacles and Jumping Unplanned jumps of snowdrifts, snow- plow ridges, culverts or indistinguish- able objects can be dangerous.

  • Page 21: Environment

    RIDING THE VEHICLE unfamiliar territory. Avoid rivers and Trails and Signs lakes. Guy wires, barbed wire fences, Trail signs are used to control, direct or cabled road entrances and other ob- regulate the use of snowmobiles on jects such as tree limbs are difficult trails.
  • Page 22 RIDING THE VEHICLE In essence, the greatest threat to our Avoid running over young trees, sport, is all around us. Which leaves shrubs, and grasses and don't cut wood. On flatlands or areas where trail us with one logical choice. When we snowmobile, we must always ride re- riding is popular, it's important to ride sponsibly.
  • Page 23 RIDING THE VEHICLE Finally, Light Treading is the sign of a smart snowmobiler. You don't have to leave big tracks or careen through a virgin forest to show you can ride. So whether you're driving a high perfor- manceLynx, a sporty RAVE snowmo- ®...

  • Page 24: Important On-Product Labels

    IMPORTANT ON-PRODUCT LABELS Premix Fuel/Oil Ratio Warning label on the vehicle NOTICE Fuel / oil label on the vehi- NOTICE _______ ________ SAFETY INFORMATION...

  • Page 25: Vehicle Information

    VEHICLE INFORMATION _______________...

  • Page 26: Controls, Instruments And Equipment

    CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT fmo2011-007-007_c fmo2011-007-010_d fmo2011-007-011_a ______________...

  • Page 27: Handlebar

    CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT 1) Handlebar WARNING The handlebar controls the steering Make sure parking brake is fully of the snowmobile. As the handlebar disengaged before operating the is rotated to right or left, the skis are snowmobile. When you ride the turned right or left to steer the snow- vehicle, brake pads that are caused mobile.

  • Page 28: Engine Cut-Off Switch

    CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT If emergency engine shut off is re- quired, pull tether cord cap from post completely. 6) Emergency Engine Stop Switch The emergency engine stop switch is located on the RH side of handlebar. To stop the engine in an emergency, mmo2008-007-011_b select OFF position (down) and simul- TYPICAL —...

  • Page 29: Primer Button

    If the switch has been used in an emergency caused by a suspected malfunction, the source of the mal- function should be determined and corrected before restarting engine. See an authorized Lynx dealer for servicing. 7) Primer Button A33E0SA 1. Button depressed: Pre-heat timing curve Pull and push button.

  • Page 30: Multifunction Analog/Digital Gauge

    6. Set button NOTE: The gauge is factory preset in metric units but it is possible to change it to Imperial units, contact an autho- rized Lynx dealer for unit settings. mmo2007-009-066_u 1) Speedometer MULTIFUNCTION ANALOG/DIGITAL GAUGE Measures vehicle speed.
  • Page 31 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT The multifunction display is used to: – Display the WELCOME message on power up – Display the KEY recognition mes- sage – Provide various indications as se- lected by the operator – Activating or changing various func- tions or modes of operation –...
  • Page 32 Stop vehicle in a safe place then, check oil 5 minutes level. Fill to proper level. If oil level was correct, discontinue use and contact an authorized Lynx dealer. Low fuel level. One (1) bar left in fuel level — —...
  • Page 33 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT Gauge Features GAUGE FEATURES FUNCTIONS 600 RS A) Speedometer Indication by default B) Tachometer RPM C) Odometer D) Trip meter “A” or “B” E) Trip hour meter F) Top speed G) Average speed H) Instant fuel consumption I) Total fuel consumption J) Message display K) Top RPM...
  • Page 34 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT Use MODE (M) button to select the de- sired display, then proceed as follows: mmo2007-009-066_q MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY 1. Display 1 2. Display 2 mmo2007-009-066_m Use MODE (M) button to select the de- sired display, then proceed as follows: While display is flashing, press the SET (S) button to select speedometer mode.
  • Page 35 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT mmo2007-009-066_o mmo2007-009-066_k C) Odometer E) Trip Hour Meter Records the total distance travelled. Records vehicle running time when the electrical system is activated since Press the SET (S) button to select it has been reset. odometer mode. Press the SET (S) button to select trip hour meter (HrTRIP) mode.
  • Page 36 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT Press the MODE (M) button to select display 1. mmo2007-009-066_m While display flashes, press and hold the SET (S) button within 5 seconds to reset. mmo2007-009-066_m While display flashes, press the SET (S) button to select top speed (TOP_SPD) mode.
  • Page 37 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT mmo2007-009-066_n mmo2007-009-066_w 1. Vehicle average speed (AVR_SPD) mode H) Instant Fuel Consumption Press the MODE (M) button to confirm Calculates vehicle average fuel con- selection or wait 5 seconds. sumption while riding. To display vehicle average fuel con- sumption, proceed as follows.
  • Page 38 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT mmo2008-003-021_a TYPICAL mmo2007-009-066_o Press the MODE (M) button to confirm I) Total Fuel Consumption selection or wait 5 seconds. Records vehicle average fuel con- sumption since it has been reset. To display vehicle total fuel consump- tion, proceed as follows.
  • Page 39 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT NOTE: Display will flash for approxi- mately 5 seconds, then will return to the previously selected mode if display is not changed. 2. While display flashes, press the SET (S) button to scroll and select top RPM (TOP_RPM) mode.
  • Page 40 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT mmo2007-009-066_w mmo2009-009-002_a L) Lap Record Mode 1. Record mode With this mode, vehicle speed, engine 2. Odometer revolutions per minute (RPM) and a 3. Press the SET (S) button to scroll be- preselected function in display 1 can tween modes.
  • Page 41 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT At the end of all recorded laps, STOP will appear in display. To review recorded data again, press the SET (S) button to return to PLAY mode. Repeat same procedure previ- ously described to review. To record other laps, press the SET (S) button to switch to REC (record) mode.
  • Page 42 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT mmo2008-007-006_a EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE (EGTM) MODE 1. Current temperature mmo2007-009-066_w 2. Maximum temperature recorded N) Throttle Position Display 3. Press the MODE (M) button to con- Displays real time throttle opening in firm selection or wait 5 seconds. percentage from approximately 0 to 100%.

  • Page 43: Front And Rear Bumpers

    CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT 3. Press the MODE (M) button to con- firm selection or wait 5 seconds. mmo2009-009-006_a REAR 1. Rear bumper mmo2007-009-066_o Do not use skis to pull or NOTICE lift snowmobile. 13) Front and Rear Bumpers 14) Drive Belt Guard To be used whenever snowmobile re- quires manual lifting.

  • Page 44: Spare Drive Belt Holder

    CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT mmo2009-003-011_a 1. Retaining rod mmo2008-007-016_a Position rear portion of belt guard over 1. Retaining pin retainer and secure it using retaining Lift rear portion of guard then release pin. from upper retaining pin. Release guard from the front tabs by pivoting the guard outwards.

  • Page 45: Hood

    CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT 16) Hood WARNING Never operate engine with hood removed from vehicle. To open hood, release hood retaining pins then slide hood towards the front of the vehicle. fmo2012-003-056_a WRONG INSTALLATION 1. Drive belt in contact with tuned pipe fmo2012-009-001 Step 1: Release retaining pins Step 2: Slide hood towards the front...
  • Page 46 CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT To remove a side panel, open it then lift it up. Free the lower hinge from its slot, then free the upper hinge by lowering the panel. ______________...

  • Page 47: Fuel And Oil

    FUEL AND OIL NOTE: Use only methyl hydrate free Recommended Fuel gas line antifreeze. When the vehicle This vehicle has no oil NOTICE is used in racing condition, verify with pump, oil must be mixed with fuel. the racing authority to know which RECOMMENDED OIL Refer to quantity of gas line antifreeze is al-...

  • Page 48: Fuel And Oil (Cont'd)

    Use only oil that can flow at -40°C (-40°F). fmo2010-003-008 TYPICAL Use only two-stroke engine injection 1. Fuel tank cap oil, sold by authorized Lynx dealers. WARNING 2-STROKE ENGINE INJECTION OIL If a differential pressure condition is noticed (whistling sound heard XPS SYNTHETIC...

  • Page 49: Break-In Period

    500 km (300 mi) is required for the vehicle. After the break-in period, the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized MAINTENANCE Lynx dealer. Refer to section. Engine During the break-in period: – Avoid prolonged full throttle opera- tion.

  • Page 50: Basic Procedures

    BASIC PROCEDURES 4. Apply throttle until drive pulley en- Engine Starting Procedure gages. Drive at low speed the first two or three minutes. Procedure 1. Apply parking brake. If vehicle does not move NOTICE 2. Recheck throttle control lever oper- when throttle is applied, remove ation.

  • Page 51: Riding Conditions And Your Snowmobile

    For colder temperatures NOTICE than -20°C (-4°F), carburetor(s) must be recalibrated to avoid engine dam- age. Refer to an authorized Lynx dealer. Hard Packed Snow This snowmobile's track has a lug pro- file of 44 mm (1.732 in) and BRP does...

  • Page 52: Special Procedures

    SPECIAL PROCEDURES Towing Another WARNING Snowmobile Do not wind starting rope around your hand. Hold rope by the han- If a snowmobile is disabled and must dle only. Do not start the snowmo- be towed use a rigid tow bar. Remove bile by the drive pulley unless it is the drive belt from the disabled snow- a true emergency situation.
  • Page 53 SPECIAL PROCEDURES WARNING When starting the snowmobile in an emergency situation, using drive pulley, do not reinstall the drive belt guard and return slowly to have snowmobile repaired. mmo2008-005-009 Hook up clip on drive pulley. mmo2008-005-012_a 1. Clip installation location Wind the rope tightly around drive pul- ley.

  • Page 54: Tune Your Ride

    TUNE YOUR RIDE Snowmobile handling and comfort de- to readjust center spring after adjust- pends on suspension adjustments. ing front springs for instance. Test run the snowmobile under the same con- ditions; trail, speed, snow, operator WARNING riding position, etc. Proceed methodi- Suspension adjustment could af- cally until you are satisfied.
  • Page 55 TUNE YOUR RIDE NOTE: If the specification is unattain- ACTION RESULT able with the original springs, see an Firmer rear suspension authorized Lynx dealer for other avail- able springs. Higher rear end Increasing More bump absorption preload capability Heavier steering...
  • Page 56 TUNE YOUR RIDE mmo2010-003-027_a TYPICAL- RING TYPE 1. Decrease preload 2. Increase preload 3. Spring preload adjustment ring Stopper Strap Stopper strap length has an effect on the amount of weight the center spring has to carry especially during accelera- tion, therefore on the front end uplift.
  • Page 57 TUNE YOUR RIDE Rear Shock ACTION RESULT Low Speed Compression Damping Lighter ski pressure under acceleration Increasing Low speed compression damping con- stopper trols how the shock absorber reacts to More center spring travel strap a low suspension velocity (slow com- length More bump absorption pression strokes, in most cases when...
  • Page 58 TUNE YOUR RIDE RESULT ON RESULT ON BIG ACTION ACTION SMALL BUMPS BUMPS Increasing Firmer Increasing Firmer high speed compression low speed compression compression damping (fast compression damping (slow damping force compression) damping force compression) Decreasing Softer Decreasing Softer high speed low speed compression compression...

  • Page 59: Front Suspension Adjustments

    TUNE YOUR RIDE To adjust, turn clockwise to increase damping force and counterclockwise to decrease damping force. mmo2010-003-027_a TYPICAL- RING TYPE 1. Decrease preload 2. Increase preload 3. Spring preload adjustment ring fmo2012-005-505_a Make sure that both front NOTICE 1. Center shock absorber springs are still pre-loaded when 2.

  • Page 60: Rebound Damping

    TUNE YOUR RIDE Rebound Damping Rebound damping controls how the shock absorber restrains the exten- sion stroke. ACTION RESULT Increasing Firmer rebound rebound damping damping force (extension stroke) Decreasing Softer rebound mmo2010-003-020_a rebound damping damping 1. Low speed compression damping adjuster force (extension stroke) (slot or knob)

  • Page 61: Adjustment Tips According To Vehicle Behavior

    TUNE YOUR RIDE Adjustment Tips According to Vehicle Behavior PROBLEM CORRECTIVE MEASURES Check ski alignment. – Reduce front suspension spring preload. Front suspension darting – Increase center spring preload. – Reduce rear spring preload. Steering feels too heavy at steady –...

  • Page 62: Vehicle Transportation

    VEHICLE TRANSPORTATION Make sure that fuel tank cap is properly installed. Tilt bed trailers can easily be equipped with a winch mechanism to afford ma- ximum safety in loading. WARNING NEVER drive your snowmobile onto a tilt bed trailer or any other kind of trailer or vehicle.

  • Page 63: Maintenance Information

    MAINTENANCE INFORMATION _______________...

  • Page 64: Break-In Inspection

    BREAK-IN INSPECTION After the first 10 hours or 500 km of operation, whichever comes first, your vehicle have to be inspected by an authorized Lynx dealer. The break-in inspection is very important and must not be neglected. NOTE: The break-in inspection is at the expense of the vehicle owner.

  • Page 65: Periodic Maintenance Chart

    PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART WARNING It is recommended that the assistance of an authorized LYNX dealer be periodically obtained on other components/systems not covered in this guide. Unless otherwise specified, engine must be cold and not running. Remove the tether cord cap (DESS key) before performing any mainte- nance or adjustment, unless otherwise specified.

  • Page 66: Maintenance Schedule (2-Stroke)

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (2-STROKE) NOTE: The maintenance schedule does not exempt the pre-ride inspection. EVERY 1 500 KM T/A shocks oil change / service. First at 1500 km, then every 3000 km or once a year. Models with chaincase: Adjust drive chain Models with gearbox: Check oil level EVERY 3 000 KM OR 1 YEAR (WHICHEVER COMES FIRST)
  • Page 67 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (2-STROKE) EVERY 6 000 KM OR 2 YEARS (WHICHEVER COMES FIRST) Inspect fuel pump strainer and replace if necessary Replace spark plugs (800 E-TEC only) Replace brake fluid Inspect throttle cable EVERY 10 000 KM OR 3 YEARS (WHICHEVER COMES FIRST) Replace oil filter (E-TEC: Inspect oil pump strainer and clean if needed) Replace spark plugs (600 E-TEC only)

  • Page 68: Preseason Preparation

    PRESEASON PREPARATION PRESEASON PREPARATION (2-STROKE) Inspect engine motor mounts Check exhaust system condition and check for leaks Tighten exhaust manifold screws or nuts to specified torque Replace spark plugs. (All except E-TEC) Inspect cooling system cap, hoses and clamps Check coolant density Inspect crankshaft PTO seal Inspect fuel lines and connections Clean and inspect throttle body...

  • Page 69: Storage

    STORAGE During summer, or when a snowmobile is not in use for more than three months, proper storage is a necessity. STORAGE Clean the vehicle Add fuel stabilizer to fuel following the product manufacturer recommendations Run the engine after adding the product to the fuel 2-Stroke models: Lubricate engine.

  • Page 70: Maintenance Procedures

    Lynx dealer. Other important items in the mainte- nance schedule that are more difficult and require special tools are best per- formed by your authorized Lynx dealer. WARNING Turn off the engine, remove tether cord cap and follow these mainte- nance procedures when perform- ing maintenance.

  • Page 71: Engine Coolant

    1. Air filter 700 362) or with distilled water and an- tifreeze solution (50% distilled water, If the filter has to be cleaned or re- 50% antifreeze). placed, see an authorized Lynx dealer. Exhaust System Engine Coolant Exhaust System Verification WARNING...

  • Page 72: Engine Stopper

    MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 4. Using a 19 mm spark plug socket, 3. Remove drive belt guard, refer to DRIVE BELT GUARD REMOVAL unscrew spark plug a few turns CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND without removing it. EQUIPMENT 5. Clean vicinity of spark plugs. 4.

  • Page 73: Chaincase Oil

    MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Chaincase Oil WARNING To avoid serious damage to the Recommended Chaincase Oil braking system, do not use fluids Use XPS SYNTHETIC CHAINCASE OIL other than the recommended one, (P/N 413 803 300). nor mix different fluids for topping only recom- NOTICE...

  • Page 74: Drive Belt

    RPM with frozen track, fast starts without warm-up period, burred or Drive Belt Installation rusty sheave, oil on belt or distorted spare belt. Contact an authorized Lynx The drive belt deflection must be dealer. checked every time a new drive belt...
  • Page 75 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES To adjust the drive belt, proceed as fol- lows: 1. Remove the tether cord cap. CON- 2. Open LH side panel, refer to TROLS, INSTRUMENTS EQUIPMENT DRIVE 3. Remove belt guard, refer to BELT GUARD REMOVAL mmo2008-003-045_a 4. Keep the set screw from turning using a 1/8 inch Allen wrench and 1.

  • Page 76: Drive Pulley

    MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Belt Deflection Measurement Drive Pulley 1. Set deflection between 27 mm Drive Pulley Adjustment (1.06 in) and 37 mm (1.46 in) using bottom O-ring. WARNING Remove the tether cord cap be- fore performing any maintenance or adjustment, unless otherwise specified.
  • Page 77 Calibration screw is set at position 4 injury including the possibility of and is changed to position 6. So ma- death. ximum engine RPM is increased by See your Lynx dealer to maintain 400 RPM. or service the drive pulley. Im- Adjustment proper servicing or maintenance...

  • Page 78: Track

    If worn or cut, or if track fibers are exposed, or if missing or defective inserts or guides are noted; contact an Track Tension and Alignment authorized Lynx dealer. NOTE: Track tension and alignment are interrelated. Do not adjust one Snowmobiles Equipped with without the other.
  • Page 79 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 3. Use the TENSIOMETER (P/N 414 348 200). 414348200 4. Set deflection to 3.2 cm (1.26 in) us- ing bottom O-ring. mmr2009-133-002_a 1. Deflection O-ring aligned with slider shoe 8. Read load recorded by the upper O-ring on the tensiometer. mmr2009-133-003_b DEFLECTION SETTING 1.
  • Page 80 Retaining bolts (35 lbf•ft ± 4 lbf•ft) 8. Check track alignment as described below. NOTE: If correct tension is unattain- able, contact an authorized Lynx dealer Track Alignment fmo2012-005-002_a 1. RH rear axle retaining bolts WARNING 4. Loosen adjustment screw locking Before checking track alignment, nuts.

  • Page 81: Suspension

    MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES A01F05A 1. Guides mmo2008-003-047_b 2. Slider shoes TYPICAL 3. Equal distance 1. Retighten to 48 N•m ± 6 N•m (35 lbf•ft ± 4 lbf•ft) 3. To correct track alignment: 5. Restart engine and rotate track 3.1 Stop engine. slowly to recheck alignment.

  • Page 82: Skis

    If necessary, contact an autho- and corrected before restarting. rized Lynx dealer. See an authorized Lynx dealer for servicing. Skis Fuse Location Wear and Condition of Skis and...
  • Page 83 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Headlights Bulb Replacement Never touch glass portion NOTICE of an halogen bulb with bare fingers, it shortens its operating life. If glass is touched, clean it with isopropyl al- cohol which will not leave a film on the bulb. mmo2007-009-022_a By using a small screwdriver, release 1.
  • Page 84 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES mmo2007-009-023_a mmr2008-039-006_a TYPICAL 1. Knob 1. Taillight housing retaining pins 2. Retaining grommets 3. Light wire harness Taillight Bulb Replacement 1. Remove taillight housing by care- 2. Rotate bulb socket counterclock- fully pulling on lens at both ends. wise to remove it from taillight hous- ing.

  • Page 85: Vehicle Care

    VEHICLE CARE Wax painted portion of the vehicle for Post-Operation Care better protection. Remove snow and ice from rear sus- pension, track, front suspension, NOTE: Apply wax on glossy finish steering mechanism and skis. only. WARNING Make sure tether cord cap is away from engine cut-off switch before standing in front the vehicle, get- ting close to the track or rear sus-...

  • Page 86: Storage And Preseason Preparation

    CAUTION Do not run engine during storage period. Preseason Preparation Refer to an authorized LYNX dealer. CAUTION Have carburetors cleaned-up before restarting engine. ______________...

  • Page 87: Technical Information

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION _______________...

  • Page 88: Vehicle Identification

    These numbers are required by the authorized Lynx dealer to complete warranty claims properly. No warranty will be allowed by BRP if the engine identification number or vehicle iden- tification number (VIN) is removed or mutilated in any way.

  • Page 89: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

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  • Page 90: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS MODEL RAVE 600 RS ENGINE SYSTEM Engine type ROTAX 593 RS ® Cylinders Displacement 594.4 cm³ (36.3 in³) Bore 72 mm (2.8 in) Stroke 73 mm (2.9 in) Maximum horsepower RPM 8400 ± 100 RPM Carburetion 2 x TMX38 Exhaust system Single tuned pipe, baffle muffler RECOMMENDED OIL...
  • Page 91 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL RAVE 600 RS DRIVE SYSTEM (cont'd) XPS SYNTHETIC CHAINCASE Chaincase oil OIL (P/N 413 803 300) Chaincase oil capacity 250 ml (8.5 U.S. oz) Brake system Hydraulic, REV-XP brake type Brake Fluid SRF (DOT 4) or GTLMA (DOT 4) Track nominal width 380 mm (14.961 in) Track nominal length...
  • Page 92 NOTICE Drive belt height must be adjusted every time a new drive belt is installed. Confirm drive belt part number application with an authorized Lynx dealer. Trail riding: check your local regulations and set skis at the narrowest position if needed.

  • Page 93: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING _______________...

  • Page 94: Technical Guidelines

    – Check item 4 of ENGINE IS CRANKED BUT FAILS TO START. 3. Carburetor adjustments. – Contact an authorized Lynx dealer. 4. Drive belt worn too thin. – If the drive belt has lost more than 3 mm (1/8 in) of its original width, it will af- fect vehicle performance.
  • Page 95 TECHNICAL GUIDELINES ENGINE LACKS POWER (cont’d) 6. Incorrect track adjustment. – See MAINTENANCE and/or an authorized Lynx dealer for proper alignment and tension adjustments. ENGINE BACKFIRES 1. Faulty spark plug (carbon accumulation). – See item 5 of ENGINE IS CRANKED BUT FAILS TO START.

  • Page 96: Monitoring System

    MONITORING SYSTEM Pilot Lamps, Messages and Beeper Codes Gauge pilot lamps will inform you if an anomaly occurs or to inform you of a particular condition. mmo2008-003-024_a TYPICAL — PILOT LAMPS This display is used as a complement of the pilot lamps to give you a brief description if an anomaly occurs or to inform you of a particular condition.

  • Page 97: Fault Codes

    OVERHEAT allow engine to cool. Check cooling system. 4 short CHECK Engine fault, see an authorized Lynx beeps ENGINE dealer as soon as possible. Shutdown procedure in force due to Continuously engine overheating problem, remove...
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  • Page 99: Warranty

    WARRANTY _______________...

  • Page 100: Limited Warranty Validation

    LIMITED WARRANTY VALIDATION Because of its racing application, the 2012 RAVE 600 RS is shipped from the fac- tory with no limited warranty. If your intention is to use the unit in a trail application and not to use it in racing or any other competitive activity, please refer to your authorized BRP dealer at the time of delivery for the complete procedure on how to activate the Limited Warranty.

  • Page 101: Brp Finland Oy International Limited Warranty: 2012 Lynx

    This warranty coverage is available only on 2012 LYNX snowmobile purchased as new and unused by its first owner from a BRP distributor/dealer authorized to distribute LYNX products in the country in which the sale occurred ( “BRP distribu- tor/dealer”), and then only after the BRP specified pre-delivery inspection process is completed and documented.
  • Page 102 BRP’s obligations under this warranty are limited to, at its sole discretion, repairing parts found defective under normal use, maintenance and service, or replacing such parts with new genuine LYNX parts without charge for parts and labor, at any authorized BRP distributor/dealer during the warranty coverage period.
  • Page 103 Neither the distributor, any BRP distributor/dealer nor any other person has been authorized to make any affirmation, representation or warranty regarding the prod- uct, other than those contained in this limited warranty, and if made, shall not be enforceable against BRP. BRP reserves the right to modify this warranty at any time, being understood that such modification will not alter the warranty conditions applicable to the products sold while this warranty is in effect.
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  • Page 105: Customer Information

    CUSTOMER INFORMATION ______________...

  • Page 106: Privacy Information

    PRIVACY INFORMATION BRP wishes to inform you that your coordinates will be used for safety and war- ranty related purposes. Furthermore, BRP and its affiliates may use its customer list to distribute marketing and promotional information about BRP and related products.

  • Page 107: Change Of Address/Ownership

    It is the owner’s responsibility to notify BRP. STOLEN UNITS: If your personal Snowmobile is stolen, you should notify BRP or an authorized Lynx dealer. We will ask you to provide your name, address, phone number, the vehicle identification number and the date it was stolen.
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