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November 16, 2012 Subject: Can-Am™ Spyder™ RT Predelivery
YEAR
2013
Text(s) between arrows is (are) modified element(s) to the original publication.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE .......................
UPDATE SUMMARY ........................
MODEL LISTING.............................
UNCRATING ..................................
Crate Cover Removal ..........................
Parts Check......................................
Lifting the Front of Vehicle ...................
Front Wheels Installation ......................
Vehicle Removal ................................
PARTS TO BE INSTALLED................. 11
Front Cargo Module ............................ 11
Battery ........................................... 15
Body Parts Installation ......................... 16
Front Fenders ................................... 19
Windshield....................................... 20
Antenna .......................................... 21
Hang Tag and Safety Labels .................. 21
Licence Plate .................................... 22
Accessories Installation........................ 22
Vehicle Decals................................... 22
Key Barrel - Trailer RT 622..................... 22
FLUIDS......................................... 22
General Guidelines ............................. 22
Fuel ............................................... 22
Printed in Canada. (rbl2013-004_rev2 en CDI / SC)
©2012 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. All rights reserved.
®™ and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates.
Instructions
MODEL
Spyder RT Series
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ROADSTER
PREDELIVERY
Bulletin
MODEL NUMBER
Refer to table on next
Engine Oil........................................ 23
Clutch Fluid (SM5 Model) ..................... 24
Engine Coolant.................................. 25
Brake Fluid....................................... 26
SETUP ......................................... 27
Guidelines ....................................... 27
Tires Pressure ................................... 27
Drive Belt ........................................ 28
Clutch Lever..................................... 29
Suspension ...................................... 29
Lights............................................. 30
Storage Compartment Covers ................ 32
Clock Setting .................................... 33
B.U.D.S. Programming......................... 34
ASSEMBLY INSPECTION .................. 36
FINAL INSPECTION ......................... 36
Vehicle Test Run ................................ 36
Vehicle Cleaning ................................ 37
Delivery to Customer .......................... 38
SPECIFICATIONS ............................ 39
Canada and USA................................ 39
Europe ........................................... 43
2013-2
No.
REVISION 2
March 14
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, 2013
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Fuel ..........22 Printed in Canada. (rbl2013-004_rev2 en CDI / SC) 1 / 47 ©2012 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. All rights reserved. ®™ and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates.

  • Page 2: Important Notice

    The information and components/system descriptions contained in this document are correct at NOTE: the time of publication. BRP however, maintains a policy of continuous improvement of its products with- out imposing upon itself any obligation to install them on products previously manufactured.

  • Page 3: Update Summary

    UPDATE SUMMARY This summary highlights updates to the Predelivery Inspection for MY2013. It does not supersede pro- cedures detailed further in this publication. IMPORTANT: Technicians should read and apply all procedures in this PDI bulletin as applicable to model. APPLICABLE TO UPDATE DESCRIPTION REFERENCE PARTS AND SUB-CRATES...

  • Page 4: Uncrating

    UNCRATING Crate Cover Removal NOTICE Allowing the crate to drop may cause serious damage to vehicle. 1. Position the crate on a firm, level surface. 2. Carefully cut both ends of crate tarpaulin to lo- cate the front of vehicle. rbl2010-002-004_a FRONT OF VEHICLE 1.

  • Page 5: Parts Check

    rbs2011-014-002_a TYPICAL - RH SIDE - SUB-CRATE THAT CONTAINS FRONT FENDER 1. Bolts rbl2013-002-002_a 5. On RH side, remove all nails holding front TYPICAL - LH SIDE fender sub-crate and remove sub-crate. 1. Sub-crate that contains front cargo module 3. Remove windshield and front wheels from Parts Check crate base.

  • Page 6: Lifting The Front Of Vehicle

    DESCRIPTION (LOCATION) M6 caged nut (front cargo module) Black M6 x 20 hexagonal flange screw (front cargo module) Gold M6 x 20 hexagonal flange screw (front cargo module) Plastic rivet (service cover) Battery installation kit (2 bolts and 2 nuts) (battery) M6 x 20 Torx screw (front panels) Plastic washer (front panels)

  • Page 7: Front Wheels Installation

    rbl2013-003-003_a rbl2010-002-016 TYPICAL 1. Wood piece to remove NOTICE Never lift vehicle by the suspension 2. Install a jack with a piece of wood on top to arm. increase contact surface. Alternate Method 1. Install proper straps with hooks on RH and LH lateral supports of vehicle.

  • Page 8: Vehicle Removal

    NOTICE A thin layer of anticorrosion treat- ment is present on the brake discs and must be removed before using the vehicle. Not con- forming to this procedure may lead to a brake chattering squeaking and brake pad replace- ment would be necessary. 2.
  • Page 9 5. With the help of another person, slightly inflate the ACS spring while your assistant, from the LH side of the vehicle, monitors the alignment of the bottom of the shock absorber (anchoring holes) with the bottom of the lower brackets. rbl2010-002-022_a 1.
  • Page 10 rbs2010-012-001 CORRECT ORIENTATION rbl2013-003-009_a TYPICAL 1. Wood piece rbs2010-012-002_a INCORRECT ORIENTATION 8. Put a piece of wood behind the front wheels to rbl2013-003-010_a prevent the vehicle from rolling. TYPICAL 1. Wood piece removed earlier 10. Remove the piece of wood from behind the rear wheel.

  • Page 11: Parts To Be Installed

    3. Ensure that the following cables and connec- tors are accessible prior to installing front cargo module, cut locking ties if required. rbl2010-002-021_a TYPICAL NOTICE Always move vehicle rearward out of the crate base. PARTS TO BE INSTALLED rbl2013-003-015_c REFER TO THE FOLLOWING TABLE FOR ITEMS DESCRIPTION Front Cargo Module ITEMS DESCRIPTION...
  • Page 12 6. Remove middle side panel as follows: 6.1 Pull the rear of panel out of its grommet. 6.2 Slide down the top of the panel to free panel hook. 6.3 Pull the bottom of the panel out of its grommet. 6.4 Pull the front of the panel out of its grom- met.
  • Page 13 Do not remove lower screws from top side NOTE: panel. rbl2010-002-320_a TYPICAL 1. Upper retaining screws 9. Remove rear retaining screw from top side pan- els. rbl2010-002-305 12. Remove top side panels by lifting them up- wards. rmr2010-038-006_a TYPICAL 1. Rear retaining screw rmr2010-038-009_a 10.
  • Page 14 The second caged nut is already installed NOTE: on front cargo module. 18. Assisted by another person, position front cargo module into support slots of vehicle. 19. Connect the following front cargo module con- nectors and cable: – AAPTS sensor connector –...

  • Page 15: Battery

    rmr2010-038-026_a 1. Gold M6 screws rbl2013-003-012_a 23. Install black M6 hexagonal flange screws to TYPICAL secure top of storage compartment. 1. Battery 2. Rubber strap 3. Hook 2. Remove bracket and battery from the vehicle. rmr2010-038-025_a 1. Black M6 screws 24.

  • Page 16: Body Parts Installation

    4. Connect RED (+) positive battery cables using battery screws from the PDI kit. WARNING Always connect RED (+) cable first. 5. Tighten positive post battery screw. PART TORQUE Post battery screw 4 N•m (35 lbf•in) rbl2013-003-013_b 1. Battery 2. Black (-) negative battery cable 3.
  • Page 17 rmr2010-038-009_a 1. Top side panel 2. Install lower retaining screws of top panel. rmo2010-001-009_e LEFT SIDE SHOWN 3. Install front retaining screw from top side panel. 1. M6 x 20 Torx screw and plastic washer (from PDI kit) 2. Torque front fascia retaining screws and top side panels retaining screws.
  • Page 18 rmo2010-008-003_e rmr2010-038-006_a INSTALLATION SEQUENCE 1. Rear retaining screw 9. Install the grille on the panel. 6. Install upper retaining screws on top side panel. 10. Push the front of panel in its grommet. 11. Rotate the panel and clip it on the support. 12.

  • Page 19: Front Fenders

    rbl2011-002-011 TYPICAL rmo2013-005-002_a 3. Route front ABS sensor harness and fender 1. Liner light harness on fender hooks. Front Fenders 1. Cut locking tie that hold harness bracket on fender. rbl2013-002-008_a rbl2011-002-010_a TYPICAL TYPICAL 1. ABS sensor harness 1. Locking tie 2.

  • Page 20: Windshield

    FENDER SUPPORT RETAINING SCREW 24 N•m (18 lbf•ft) 8. Carry out the same procedure for the other side. Windshield 1. Install spacer on windshield support as illus- trated. rbl2013-002-006_a 1. Fender light connector rbl2012-002-001_a 1. Windshield spacer 2. Align windshield on windshield support. 3.

  • Page 21: Antenna

    5.2 Place a sheet of paper on windshield to protect it, refer to illustration. NOTICE If this precaution is not taken, scratch on the windshield may occur and will not be covered under warranty. rbl2010-002-033_a 1. Antenna Antenna With Self-Locking Product rbl2010-002-028 5.3 Insert trim panel into windshield slot and push it upwards.

  • Page 22: Licence Plate

    rmo2008-001-102 rmo2010-001-054_a 1. Existing hardware Licence Plate 5. Squeeze license plate and support together at When a license plate needs to be installed NOTE: the center. or replaced, ensure to install new damping pad (P/N 293 740 028). Accessories Installation 1.

  • Page 23: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil NOTICE The procedures for checking the Spyder roadster oil level and replacing oil are different from most of the motor vehicles to- day. Properly follow instructions provided in this section. Recommended Engine Oil The following parts are lubricated with the same oil: –...

  • Page 24: Clutch Fluid (Sm5 Model)

    NOTICE The Spyder roadster has a dry sump type lubrication system. To obtain a precise reading of the engine oil level, you must follow this procedure. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Remove the LH side panel. rmr2008-011-102_a 1.

  • Page 25: Engine Coolant

    6. Carefully remove cap. Pay attention not to drop the cap seal. For best performance, BRP PREMIXED COOLANT (P/N 219 700 362) 7. Look inside the reservoir to see the fluid level. 8. Check clutch fluid level inside the reservoir: Coolant Level Verification –...

  • Page 26: Brake Fluid

    Brake Fluid WARNING Avoid contact of brake fluid with skin or eyes because it may cause severe burns. In case of contact with the skin, wash thoroughly. In case of contact with the eyes, immediately rinse with plenty of water for at least 10 min- utes and then consult a doctor immediately.

  • Page 27: Setup

    vmr2008-033-062_a TYPICAL 1. Correct position 2. Wrong position 8. Reinstall both caps of the reservoir. 9. Close the seat and ensure it is fully latched. rmo2010-001-091_a 1. Brake fluid MAX. level mark SETUP 2. Brake fluid MIN. level mark Guidelines All adjustments have already been performed at factory.

  • Page 28: Drive Belt

    Drive Belt NOTICE Always verify drive belt tension with all parts at room temperature and the rear wheel lifted of the ground. 1. Place vehicle on a level surface. The area must be protected against wind NOTE: and must have a very low background noise. rmr2008-031-002 2.

  • Page 29: Clutch Lever

    Suspension 10. Repeat steps 6 to 9 for the 2 remaining wheel spokes. ACS Rear Suspension The average of the 3 obtained values (at the 3 Models Without Compressor (Manual spokes) must be within the following range: Adjustment) DRIVE BELT TENSION The suspension pressure is adjustable by deflat- (PARTS AT ROOM TEMPERATURE AND ing or inflating the air spring.

  • Page 30: Lights

    rmo2010-001-007_b A. 10 m (33 ft) 90° rmo2010-001-056_a 1. Schrader valve On models equipped with a remote adjust- NOTE: ment, it is not necessary to adjust the suspension setting. The air spring will inflate automatically at the factory setting after the vehicle start up. Refer to the SPYDER RT OPERATOR'S GUIDE for de-...
  • Page 31 rmo2010-001-302_b TYPICAL HEADLIGHT REFLECTION ON SURFACE TEST 1. Ground 2. Focus point A. 415 mm (16.3 in) above ground B. 515 mm (20.3 in) above ground CE Models (High Beam) As the low beam and high beam are sep- NOTE: rmo2010-001-056_a arate units, this verification is valid for either left- 1.

  • Page 32: Storage Compartment Covers

    rmr2011-079-001_a RH SIDE SHOWN 1. Adjustment knob "HB" HEADLIGHT BEAM ADJUSTMENT rmo2010-001-044 Raise beam Turn knob clockwise FRONT STORAGE COMPARTMENT VERIFICATION Lower beam Turn knob counterclockwise PASS Cover latches properly Lower Headlight Units (European Models Only) Cover does not latch 1.

  • Page 33: Clock Setting

    Side Storage Compartment Cover 2. If test fail, proceed as follows: 1. Open and close side storage compartment 2.1 Loosen screws on the top of rear panel. cover. 2.2 Push and hold rear panel forward. 2.3 Tighten screws on the top of rear panel. rmr2010-001-002 SIDE STORAGE COMPARTMENT VERIFICATION rmo2010-001-090_d...

  • Page 34: B.u.d.s. Programming

    B.U.D.S. Programming Always use the latest B.U.D.S. version on your shop computer. It is available from the following web site: WWW.BOSSWEB.BRP.COM Please note that the latest B.U.D.S. version is also available in Knowledge Center. NOTICE During data transfer, make sure that: –...
  • Page 35 3. Press READ DATA button from the tool bar to 3. Click on WRITE DATA to save the information initiate communication with the vehicle. in the vehicle ECM. After you are finished typing the name, NOTE: B.U.D.S. automatically updates the Delivery Date on the screen.

  • Page 36: Assembly Inspection

    Speedometer Units 6. Tie rod end nuts and cotter pins The speedometer is factory preset in miles 7. Rear axle nut and cotter pin NOTE: but it is possible to change it to kilometer reading. 8. Gearshift pedal operation Any unit modification is applied to the speedome- 9.

  • Page 37: Vehicle Cleaning

    11. Clutch lever operation (SM5 Model). 20. Leakage of the following fluids: – The clutch lever is in front of the left hand- – Fuel grip. The clutch controls the transmission – Engine oil of power from the engine to the rear wheel. –...

  • Page 38: Delivery To Customer

    2. Wash the vehicle with water mixed with a mild detergent, such as soap specially formulated for motorcycles or automobiles. 3. Dry the vehicle with a chamois or a soft towel. While washing the vehicle, check for NOTE: grease or oil. If necessary, use a mild automotive degreaser and follow the manufacturer's instruc- tions.

  • Page 39: Specifications

    Type Liquid cooled, single radiator with cooling fan Ethyl glycol/water mix (50% coolant, 50% distilled water). Use Type premixed coolant sold by BRP (P/N 219 700 362) or coolant specifically Coolant designed for aluminum engines Capacity 3 L (.79 U.S. gal.)
  • Page 40 MODEL SPYDER RT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Magneto generator output 650 W at 2000 RPM Ignition system type Electronic ignition with dual output coil Ignition timing Not adjustable Quantity NGK KR8BI (apply heat-sink paste P12 Make and type Spark plug (P/N 420 897 186) on spark plug threads) 0.7 mm to 0.8 mm (.028 in to .031 in) Engine RPM limiter setting Forward...
  • Page 41 Minimum brake disc thickness 0.1 mm (.004 in) Maximum brake disc warpage TIRES Front KR31 165/55R15 Type (use only tires recommended by BRP) Rear KR21 225/50R15 Nominal.: 103 kPa (15 PSI) Front Min.: 89 kPa (13 PSI) Max.: 117 kPa (17 PSI) Nominal.: 193 kPa (28 PSI)
  • Page 42 MODEL SPYDER RT DIMENSIONS 2 667 mm (105 in) Overall length 1 572 mm (61.9 in) Overall width Windshield up 1 510 mm (59.45 in) Overall height Windshield down 1 473 mm (58 in) 772 mm (30.4 in) Seat (top) height Wheelbase 1 711 mm (67.4 in) Front wheel track...

  • Page 43: Europe

    Compression ratio 12.2:1 Type Dry sump with separate oil tank and oil cooler Engine BRP Rotax microglass fibre type, replaceable Oil filter Transmission (SE5) BRP Rotax microglass fibre type, replaceable Oil change with new 3.9 L (4.1 qt (U.S. liq.))
  • Page 44 Liquid cooled, single radiator with cooling fan Ethyl glycol/water mix (50% coolant, 50% distilled water). Use premixed coolant Type sold by BRP (P/N 219 700 362) or coolant specifically designed for aluminum engines Coolant Capacity 3 L (.79 U.S. gal.)
  • Page 45 MODEL SPYDER RT (CE) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (cont'd) Front storage compartment light (Spyder RT-S/LTD) 0.15 W Fuses Refer to FUSES FUEL SYSTEM Multi-point Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) with ETC (Electronic Throttle Control). Fuel delivery Type Dual throttle body (51 mm) with an actuator Fuel pump Type Electrical module in fuel tank...
  • Page 46 Minimum brake disc thickness Maximum brake disc warpage 0.1 mm (.004 in) TIRES Front KR31 165/55R15 Type (use only tires recommended by BRP) Rear KR21 225/50R15 Nominal: 103 kPa (15 PSI) Front Min.: 89 kPa (13 PSI) Max.: 117 kPa (17 PSI)
  • Page 47 Maximum towed weight (trailer and cargo) Because of our ongoing commitment to product quality and innovation, BRP reserves the right, at any time, to make changes in design and specifications and/or to make additions to, or improvements in its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on its previously manufactured products.

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