Radiator; Engine Coolant Replacement - Can-Am DS250 Operator's Manual

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1. Cover
2. O-ring
3. Spring
4. Strainer
Reinstall oil strainer, spring, O-ring and
torque cover to 15 N•m (133 lbf•in).
Verify drain plug washer condition and
replace it if necessary.
Clean washer area on engine and drain
plug then reinstall plug and torque it to
39 N•m (29 lbf•ft).
Refill engine at the proper level with
the recommended oil. Refer to SPEC-
IFICATIONS for capacity.
NOTE: Engine oil quantity is also writ-
ten on the dipstick.
Start engine and let idle for a few min-
utes. Ensure oil strainer and drain plug
areas are not leaking.
Stop engine. Wait a while to allow oil
to flow down to crankcase then check
oil level. Refill as necessary.
Dispose of oil as per your local envi-
ronmental regulations.

Radiator

Periodically check the radiator area for
cleanliness.
Inspect radiating fins. They must be
clean, free of mud, dirt, leaves and any
other deposit that would prevent the
radiator to cool properly.
Remove as much deposits as you can
with your hands. If water is available
in proximity, try rinsing the radiating
fins.
If available, use a garden hose to rinse
the radiating fins.
Never clean radiator with your
hands when it is hot. Let the radi-
ator cool down before cleaning.
CAUTION: Be careful not to dam-
age the radiating fins when clean-
ing. Do not use any object/tool that
could damage the fins. The fins are
purposely thin parts to allow effi-
cient cooling. WHEN HOSING, USE
LOW PRESSURE ONLY. NEVER USE
A HIGH PRESSURE WASHER.
See an authorized Can-Am dealer to
check the performance of the cooling
system.
Engine Coolant
Replacement
In order to avoid potential burns,
do not remove the radiator cap or
loosen the coolant drain plug if the
engine is hot.
Remove front fender access cover.
Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise
and remove it.
Unscrew the drain plug located on
the right side of engine and drain the
coolant into a suitable container.
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