Engine Oil - BRP Can-Am Spyder RS 2011 Series Predelivery Bulletin

FLUIDS
Recommended Fluid
Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed con-
tainer. An opened container may be contaminated
or may have absorbed moisture from the air.
NOTICE To avoid serious damage to the brak-
ing system, do not use non-recommended flu-
ids. Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted
surface. Handle with care.
Brake Fluid Level Verification
1. Park vehicle on a firm level surface.
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1. Brake fluid reservoir
2. Remove reservoir caps.
3. Ensure diaphragms under cap are not de-
scended. If they are, return them to normal
position.
4. Check brake fluid level in both reservoirs.
5. Ensure that fluid is above the MIN. mark.
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1. Brake fluid MAX. level mark
2. Brake fluid MIN. level mark
3. Operating range
6. If necessary, add recommended brake fluid.
7. Immediately wipe out spills if necessary.
8. Reinstall both reservoir caps.
9. Close seat and ensure it is fully latched.
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Engine Oil

Recommended Engine Oil
For SM5 models, the same oil lubricates
NOTE:
the engine, the gearbox and the clutch.
For SE5 models, the same oil lubricates the
NOTE:
engine, the gearbox, the clutch and the HCM (hy-
draulic control module).
Use
XPS SYNTHETIC BLEND OIL (SUMMER GRADE)
.
(P/N 293 600 121)
If not available, use a 5W40 semi-synthetic (mini-
mum) or synthetic motorcycle oil meeting the re-
quirements for API service SL, SJ, SH or SG clas-
sification. Always check the API service label on
the oil container.
NOTICE To avoid damaging the clutch, do not
use a motor oil meeting the API service SM or
ILSAC GF-4 classification. Clutch slippage will
occur. Motorcycle oils designed for use with a
wet-clutch are the best alternative.
Vehicle Preparation for Engine Oil Level
Verification
1. Remove LH middle side panel using clips.
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1. Middle side panel
2011-1 PREDELIVERY