Can-Am Spyder ST Series User Manual

ROADSTER
PREDELIVERY
Bulletin
October 09, 2013 Subject:Can-Am™ Spyder™ ST Predelivery
Inspection
No. 2014-3
YEAR MODEL MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBE
R
2014
Spyder ST Series
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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IMPORTANT NOTICE ....................... 2
UPDATE SUMMARY........................ 3
MODEL LIST
ING............................. 4
UNCRATING .................................. 5
Crate Cover Removal .......................... 5
Parts and Sub-crate Removal ................. 5
Parts Chec
k...................................... 7
Lifting the Front of Vehicle ................... 7
Front Wheels Installation ...................... 9
Vehicle Re
moval ................................ 10
PARTS TO BE INSTALLED................. 11
Front Carg
o Module............................ 11
Battery ........................................... 16
AAPTS (Ambient Air Pressure and Temperature
Sensor) Installation ............................. 17
Low Beam He
adlight Connection ............ 18
Horn Connection................................ 18
Latch Release Cable, Front Storage
Compartment Cover ........................... 18
Diagnostic
Link Cable (DLC) .................. 19
Body Parts Installation ......................... 19
Front Fenders ................................... 20
Windshield
....................................... 22
Rear Fender ..................................... 23
Antenna (LTD Model Only) .................... 25
Hang Tag and
Safety Labels .................. 25
Licence Plate Installation ...................... 26
Accessories Installation........................ 26
Vehicle Deca
ls................................... 26
FLUIDS......................................... 26
General Guidelines ............................. 26
Fuel ............................................... 26
Clutch Flu
id (SM5 Model) ..................... 27
Engine Coolant.................................. 28
Coolant Level Verification ..................... 28
Brake Flui
d....................................... 29
Engine Oil........................................ 30
SETUP ......................................... 32
Guidelines ....................................... 32
Tire Pressure .................................... 32
Drive Belt ........................................ 3
2
Clutch Lever..................................... 34
Lights............................................. 34
B.U.D.S. Pr
ogramming......................... 36
Clock and Language Setting .................. 38
ASSEMBLY INSPECTION .................. 39
FINAL INSPEC TION ......................... 39
Vehicle Tes
t Run ................................ 39
Vehicle Cleaning ................................ 40
Delivery to Customer .......................... 41
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Can-Am Spyder ST Series Specifications

General

Front Suspension	Double A-arm with anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension	Swing arm with monoshock
Rear Tire	225/50R15
Transmission	5-speed manual (SM5) or 5-speed semi-automatic (SE5) with reverse
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
ABS	Standard
Traction Control	Standard
Stability Control	Standard
Front Tires	165/55R15

Summary

Update Summary

Uncrating Method Sequence Modification

Highlights changes to the uncrating method sequence for MY2014.

Front Cargo Module Installation Updates

Details additions, modifications, and sequence changes for front cargo module installation.

Parts Installation Sequence Updates

New Front and Side Panels

New Engine Coolant Specification

Low Beam Headlight Adjustment (CE Models)

Uncrating Procedures

Parts Check

Lifting the Front of Vehicle

Detailed procedure for safely lifting the front of the vehicle from the crate base.

Front Wheels Installation

Steps for installing the front wheels onto the vehicle.

Vehicle Removal from Crate

Parts to be Installed

Front Cargo Module Installation

Procedure for installing the front cargo module onto the vehicle.

Battery Activation Procedure

Steps for activating and preparing the vehicle's battery.

Battery Installation

Detailed instructions for installing the vehicle battery.

Fluids

Fueling Procedure

Instructions for adding fuel to the vehicle's reservoir.

Clutch Fluid (SM5 Model)

Clutch Fluid Level Verification

Coolant Level Verification

Engine Coolant Information

Brake Fluid Information

Recommendations and warnings for brake fluid.

Brake Fluid Level Verification

Procedure to check the brake fluid level in the reservoirs.

Engine Oil Information

Details on recommended engine oil and its properties.

Engine Oil Level Verification Procedure

Step-by-step guide to accurately verify the engine oil level.

Setup and Adjustments

Tire Pressure Check

Procedure for checking and setting tire pressure.

Drive Belt Tension Check

Lights Adjustment

Headlight Aiming Adjustment

B.U.D.S. Programming

Procedure for programming vehicle systems using B.U.D.S.

Final Inspection

Vehicle Test Run

Ensures all vehicle systems operate correctly through a test ride.

Delivery to Customer

Final steps for preparing the vehicle for customer delivery.