MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Brakes
WARNING
New brakes will not operate at
their maximum efficiency until
their break-in is completed. Brak-
ing performance may be reduced,
so use extra caution. Brakes take
about 300 km (200 mi) of riding
with frequent braking to break-in.
For riding with infrequent braking,
allow extra time to break-in the
brakes.
Brake Fluid Level Verification
Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a
sealed container.
Check the brake fluid level as follows:
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level sur-
face.
2. Unlatch and lift the seat
OPENING
THE SEAT
.
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1. Brake fluid reservoir
3. Check the brake fluid level in both
reservoirs, near the back of the seat.
They should both be above the MIN.
mark.
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1. Brake fluid MAX. level mark
2. Brake fluid MIN. level mark
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A. Operating range
4. Add fluid as required.
NOTE:
Low brake fluid may indicate
leaks or worn brake pads. See an au-
thorized Can-Am roadster dealer.
Adding Brake Fluid
Remove the filler cap.
WARNING
Clean filler cap before removing.
Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a
sealed container.
1. Add fluid to MAX level.
NOTICE
Brake fluid can damage
painted surfaces or plastic parts.
Wipe up any spills.
2. Reinstall filler cap as follows:
2.1
Check that V slit is in good con-
dition.
2.2
Ensure diaphragm are prop-
erly positioned.
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Summary of Contents for 2013 Spyder RT
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Page 11: ...VEHICLE INFORMATION _______________ 9...
Page 63: ...SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ______ SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ______ 61...
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Page 121: ...MAINTENANCE ______________ 119...
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Page 147: ...ROAD SIDE REPAIRS ______________ 145...
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Page 165: ...TECHNICAL INFORMATION ______________ 163...
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Page 173: ...WARRANTY ______________ 171...
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