Engine (Cooling System) - BRP Can-Am Outlander 2015 Series Manual

Subsection XX (PERIODIC MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES)

ENGINE (COOLING SYSTEM)

Recommended Engine Coolant
COOLANT
BRP
BRP PREMIXED COOLANT
RECOMMENDED
PRODUCT
ALTERNATIVE,
OR IF NOT
AVAILABLE
NOTICE
Always use
tifreeze containing corrosion inhibitors specif-
ically formulated for internal combustion
aluminum engines.
Engine Coolant Level Verification
WARNING
Check coolant level with engine cold. Never
add coolant in cooling system when engine is
hot.
1. Place vehicle on a level surface.
2. Remove the gauge support. Refer to
subsection.
With the vehicle on a level surface, coolant level
should be between the MIN. and MAX. marks of
the reservoir.
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1. Engine coolant reservoir
NOTE: When checking level at temperature
lower than 20°C (68°F), it may be slightly lower
than MIN. mark.
3. Add coolant up to MAX. mark if required.
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(P/N 219 700 362)
Distilled water and
antifreeze solution
(50% distilled water,
50% antifreeze)
ethylene-glycol an-
BODY
WARNING
Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap if en-
gine is hot.
4. Use a funnel to avoid spillage. Do not overfill.
5. Properly reinstall and tighten reservoir cap.
6. Reinstall gauge support.
NOTICE
Do not store any objects under the
gauge support.
Engine Coolant Specific Gravity Check
1. Remove gauge support. Refer to
section.
2. Remove pressure cap.
WARNING
To avoid potential burns, do not remove the
pressure cap if the engine is hot.
3. Using an antifreeze tester,
strength.
MINIMUM RECOMMENDED COOLANT
STRENGTH
-30°C (-22°F)
Engine Cooling System Inspection
1. Check general condition of hoses and clamps
for tightness.
2. Check the leak indicator hose for oil or coolant.
NOTE: Leaking coolant indicates a defective ro-
tary seal. Leaking oil indicates a defective oil seal.
If either seal is leaking, both seals must be re-
placed at the same time. Refer to
SHAFT AND SEALS
in the
subsection.
BODY
sub-
test coolant
WATER PUMP
COOLING SYSTEM
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