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BRP Can-Am Spyder RT 2013 Series User Manual

BRP Can-Am Spyder RT 2013 Series
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ROADSTER
PREDELIVERY
Bulletin
November 16, 2012 Subject:Can-Am™ Spyder™ RT Predelivery
Instructions
No. 2013-2
REVISION 2
March 14
th
, 2013
YEAR MODEL MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBE
R
2013
Spyder RT Series
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT NOTICE ....................... 2
UPDATE SUMMARY........................ 3
MODEL LISTING............................. 3
UNCRATING .................................. 4
Crate Cover Removal .......................... 4
Parts and Sub-crates Removal................ 4
Parts Check...................................... 5
Lifting the Front of Vehicle ................... 6
Front Wheels Installation ...................... 7
Vehicle Removal ................................ 8
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
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 INSPEC TION ......................... 36
Vehicle Test Run ................................ 36
Vehicle Cleaning ................................ 37
Delivery to Customer .......................... 38
SPECIFICATIONS ............................ 39
Canada and USA................................ 39
Europe ........................................... 43
Printed in Canada. (rbl2013-004_rev2 en CDI / SC)
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BRP Can-Am Spyder RT 2013 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Tires Front165/55R15
Tire Rear225/50R15
Engine TypeRotax 998 cc V-Twin
Transmission5-speed manual with reverse
Fuel Capacity6.6 gal (25 l)
Seat Height30.4 in (772 mm)
BrakesHydraulic 3-wheel disc brakes with ABS
Length105 inches
Brakes Front270 mm discs with Brembo calipers
Brakes Rear270 mm disc with Brembo caliper
Wheelbase67.5 inches

Summary

UNCRATING

Crate Cover Removal

Steps for safely removing the protective crate cover from the vehicle.

Parts and Sub-crates Removal

Procedures for removing components and sub-crates from the vehicle packaging.

FRONT WHEELS INSTALLATION

Cleaning Brake Discs

Instructions for cleaning front and rear brake discs before wheel installation.

Installing Front Wheels

Steps for mounting and torquing the front wheels onto the vehicle.

VEHICLE REMOVAL

Installing Shock Absorber Bushings

Steps to install plastic bushings on the rear shock absorber lower bracket.

PARTS TO BE INSTALLED

Front Cargo Module Installation

Detailed steps for installing the front cargo module on the vehicle.

Battery Installation

Procedures for correctly installing the vehicle battery, including charging.

Body Parts Installation

Steps for installing various body panels such as fascia, side panels, and mirrors.

Front Fenders Installation

Instructions for installing the front fenders, including harness routing.

Windshield Installation

Steps for installing the windshield, including trim panels.

Antenna Installation

Procedure for installing the vehicle antenna on the rear cargo module.

Minor Installations and Accessories

Guidelines for installing licence plate, accessories, decals, and trailer key barrels.

FLUIDS

General Guidelines

General information on validating factory-filled fluids and referring to the shop manual.

Fuel Handling

Instructions for accessing the fuel reservoir and adding fuel.

ENGINE OIL

Recommended Engine Oil

Specifies the recommended engine oil type and alternatives based on API classification.

Engine Oil Level Verification

Detailed procedure for checking the engine oil level, including warm-up requirements.

CLUTCH FLUID (SM5 MODEL)

Recommended Clutch Fluid

Identifies the correct type of brake fluid for the clutch system.

Clutch Fluid Level Verification

Steps to check the clutch fluid level in the reservoir.

ENGINE COOLANT

Recommended Coolant

Specifies the type of coolant and antifreeze mixture for the cooling system.

Coolant Level Verification

Procedure for checking the engine coolant level, emphasizing cold checks.

BRAKE FLUID

Recommended Fluid

Details the required DOT 4 brake fluid and warnings against contamination.

Brake Fluid Level Verification

Steps to check the brake fluid level in both reservoirs.

SETUP

Guidelines

General advice on factory adjustments and referring to the shop manual.

Tires Pressure

Instructions for checking and inflating tires to the correct cold pressure.

DRIVE BELT

Checking Drive Belt Tension

Procedure for measuring and verifying the drive belt tension using a specific tool.

SUSPENSION

ACS Rear Suspension Adjustment

Guide for adjusting the air pressure in the ACS rear suspension system.

CLUTCH LEVER

Clutch Lever Adjustment

How to adjust the distance between the clutch lever and the handgrip.

LIGHTS

Headlights Aiming Verification

Procedure to verify the correct aiming of the vehicle's headlights.

STORAGE COMPARTMENT COVERS

Front Storage Compartment Cover Verification

Steps to verify proper latching of the front storage compartment cover.

Side Storage Compartment Cover Verification

Test procedure for the side storage compartment covers opening and latching.

Top Storage Compartment Cover Verification

Procedure to verify proper operation of the top storage compartment cover.

CLOCK SETTING

Setting the Time

Guide to setting the hours and minutes on the vehicle's clock.

Selecting the Hour Mode

Instructions for choosing between 12-hour and 24-hour time display.

B.U.D.S. PROGRAMMING

Connecting PC to Vehicle

Steps to connect a PC to the vehicle for B.U.D.S. software operations.

Entering Customer's Name

Procedure to input the customer's name into the vehicle's system via B.U.D.S.

Resetting Last Service

Instructions for resetting the 'Last Service' reminder using B.U.D.S.

ASSEMBLY INSPECTION

Vehicle Assembly Checks

Checklist of critical parts to inspect for proper assembly and torque specifications.

FINAL INSPECTION

Vehicle Test Run

Procedure for performing a test ride to verify all vehicle systems are operating correctly.

VEHICLE CLEANING

Cleaning Precautions

Important warnings and advice for safely cleaning the vehicle without causing damage.

DELIVERY TO CUSTOMER

Finalizing Delivery

Steps for completing the pre-delivery checklist and handing over the vehicle to the customer.

SPECIFICATIONS

Canada and USA Specifications

Technical specifications for the Spyder RT model in North American markets.

Europe Specifications

Technical specifications for the Spyder RT (CE) model in European markets.

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