BRP Can-Am Commander XT 1000R 2021, Operator'S Manual

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SPECIAL PROCEDURES
What to Do if Water Entered
the CVT
The CVT drain plug is located on the
rear portion of the CVT cover. It is ac-
cessible from the rear LH fender.
Inspect the CVT drain plug to validate if
water is present.
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1. Drain plug
2. Spring clamp
NOTICE
If water is present in the
CVT, it could result in belt slippage.
The engine will accelerate but the
vehicle will remain still.
If water is present, remove CVT drain
plug to expel water.
Reinstall the drain plug and secure it
using the spring clamp.
NOTE: Make sure hose is properly in-
serted on CVT cover nipple.
NOTICE
See an authorized
Can-Am dealer to have the CVT in-
spected and cleaned.
What to Do if Water Entered
the Air Filter Housing
Remove the LH side panel.
Inspect the drain reservoir underneath
the air filter housing to validate if water
is present.
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TYPICAL
1. Air filter housing drain reservoir
If water is present, press clamp and re-
move reservoir to drain water from air
filter housing.
If one of the following conditions is
met, bring the vehicle to your nearest
authorized Can-Am dealer to have the
vehicle serviced:
– If more than 50 ml (2 U.S. oz) of
water (approximately 5 drain reser-
voirs) is found in the air filter hous-
ing.
– If any deposits are present in the
drain reservoir.
In such a case, the vehicle must be ser-
viced for:
– Vents
– CVT air filter cleaning
– CVT cleaning
– Fuel tank breather replacement
– Lubricant inspection and replace-
ment as required (engine, gearbox
and rear final drive).
NOTICE
Failure to have vehicle
serviced may lead to permanent
damage to the following compo-
nents but not limited to:
– Engine and gearbox
– Fuel pump
– CVT
– Front differential
– Rear final drive.
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