Muffler Spark Arrester - BRP Can-Am OUTLANDER 400 EFI 2014 Operator's Manual

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1. Thermostat housing hole
Install the bleeding screw.
BLEEDING SCREW TORQUE
5 N•m ± 0.6 N•m (44 lbf•in ± 5 lbf•in)
Remove hose pincher.
Complete the radiator filling.
Check the level in the coolant reservoir
and refill if necessary.
Run engine at idle with the radiator cap
off. Slowly add coolant if necessary.
At this point, wait until engine reaches
normal operating temperature.
Depress the throttle lever two or three
times; then add coolant if required.
Install radiator cap.
Inspect all connections for leaks and
check coolant level in the reservoir.
Wipe out any coolant spillage on en-
gine.
Dispose of coolant as per your local en-
vironmental regulations.

Muffler Spark Arrester

Muffler Spark Arrester Cleaning
The muffler must be periodically
purged of accumulated carbon.
Never run engine in an enclosed
area. Never perform this opera-
tion immediately after the engine
has been run because exhaust sys-
tem is very hot. Make sure that
there are no combustible mate-
rials in the area. Wear eye pro-
tection and gloves. Never stand
behind the vehicle while purging
exhaust system. Respect all appli-
cable laws and regulations.
Select a well-ventilated area and make
sure the muffler is cool.
Place transmission on PARK position.
Remove the clean out plug of the muf-
fler.
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TYPICAL
1. Clean out plug
2. Muffler
Block the end of the muffler with a
shop rag and start engine.
Momentarily increase engine RPM
several times to purge accumulated
carbon out of the muffler.
Stop engine and allow muffler to cool.
Reinstall the clean out plug.
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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
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