Fuel; Fuel Requirements; Vehicle Fueling Procedure - Can-Am DEFENDER MAX Series 2021 Operator's Manual

FUEL

Fuel Requirements

NOTICE
Always use fresh gaso-
line. Gasoline will oxidize; the re-
sult is loss of octane, volatile com-
pounds, and the production of gum
and varnish deposits which can
damage the fuel system.
Alcohol fuel blending varies by coun-
try and region. Your vehicle has been
designed to operate using the recom-
mended fuels, however, be aware of
the following:
– Use of fuel containing alcohol above
the percentage specified by gov-
ernment regulations is not recom-
mended and can result in the fol-
lowing problems in the fuel system
components:
• Starting and operating difficul-
ties.
• Deterioration of rubber or plastic
parts.
• Corrosion of metal parts.
• Damage to internal engine parts.
– Inspect frequently for the presence
of fuel leaks or other fuel system
abnormalities if you suspect the
presence of alcohol in gasoline ex-
ceeds the current government reg-
ulations.
– Alcohol blended fuels attract and
hold moisture which may lead to
fuel phase separation and can result
in engine performance problems or
engine damage.
Recommended Fuel
Use unleaded gasoline containing MA-
XIMUM 10% ethanol. The gasoline
must have the following minimum oc-
tane requirements:
MINIMUM OCTANE RATING
AKI (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87, or
a RON octane rating of 92
NOTICE
other fuels. Engine or fuel system
damages may occur with the use of
an inadequate fuel.
NOTICE
pumps labeled E85.
Use of fuel labeled E15 is prohibited by
U.S. EPA Regulations.

Vehicle Fueling Procedure

– Fuel is flammable and explosive
under certain conditions.
– Never use an open flame to
check fuel level.
– Never smoke or allow flame or
spark in vicinity.
– Always work in a well-ventilated
area.
1. Stop engine.
Always stop engine before refuel-
ing.
2. Have driver and passengers get out
of vehicle.
Do not allow anyone to remain in
the vehicle while fueling. If there is
a fire or explosion during fueling, a
vehicle occupant could be unable
to quickly leave the area.
3. Unscrew slowly the fuel reservoir
cap counterclockwise to remove it.
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Never experiment with
Do NOT use fuel from fuel
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