Ignition Switch And Keys - Can-Am DEFENDER MAX Series 2021 Operator's Manual

SECONDARY CONTROLS
1) Ignition Switch and
Keys
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is located on the up-
per console area.
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IGNITION SWITCH POSITION
1. OFF
2. ACC
3. ON
4. START
OFF
The key can be inserted or removed in
this position only.
In OFF position, the electrical system
of the vehicle is disabled.
The engine is shut down by turning the
ignition switch to OFF position.
ACC
Only accessories such as the heater,
wiper or radio are powered up.
NOTE: The ACC position also shuts
down the engine
NOTICE
Remember to always re-
turn your key to the OFF position
for a complete electrical shutdown.
Leaving the key in ACC will drain
the battery and the vehicle may not
restart.
ON
When the key is turned in this position,
the electrical system of the vehicle is
activated.
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The gauge should wake-up.
The vehicle lights are turned on.
The engine can be started.
START
This position starts the engine.
NOTE: If the ignition switch is left
ON for more than 30 minutes, engine
will not start unless ignition switch is
turned OFF, then ON again.
Keys
Basic Key
The vehicle is delivered with 2 basic
key. one with a rubber protection and
one without.
D.E.S.S. Key
For all D.E.S.S. related option, see an
authorized Can-Am dealer for informa-
tion.
Digitally Encoded Security
System (D.E.S.S.)
The ignition keys contain an electronic
circuit that gives it a unique electronic
serial number.
The D.E.S.S. system reads the key
code and allows engine starting for
keys it recognizes.
This vehicle can be operated using 3
different types of key programming:
– Work
– Normal
– Performance
Refer to your dealer for complete infor-
mation.
NOTE: Additional keys are available
from your dealer as an accessory.