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

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CONTROLS
P: Park
The park position locks the gearbox to
help prevent vehicle movement.
WARNING
Always use the PARK (P) position
when the vehicle is not in oper-
ation. The vehicle can roll if the
shift lever is not set to P (PARK).
R: Reverse
The reverse position allows the vehicle
to go backwards.
NOTE: In reverse operation, the en-
gine's RPM is limited, thus limiting the
vehicle reverse speed.
WARNING
When driving downhill in reverse,
gravity can increase the vehicle
speed above the set limited re-
verse speed.
Neutral
The neutral position disengages the
gearbox.
WARNING
Always use the PARK (P) position
when the vehicle is not in oper-
ation. The vehicle can roll if the
shift lever is set to N (NEUTRAL).
High Range (Forward)
This position selects the high speed
range of the gearbox. It is the normal
driving speed range. It allows the vehi-
cle to reach its maximum speed.
Low Range (Forward)
This position selects the low speed
range of the gearbox. It allows the ve-
hicle to move slowly with maximum
torque at the wheels.
NOTICE
Use the low speed range
to pull a trailer, carry heavy cargo,
go over obstacles or drive uphill and
downhill.
6) Keys
D.E.S.S. Key
Digitally Encoded Security
System (D.E.S.S.)
The ignition keys contain an electronic
circuit that gives it a unique electronic
serial number.
The D.E.S.S. system reads the key
code and allows engine starting for
keys it recognizes.
This vehicle can be operated using 2
different types of key programming:
– Normal
– Performance
Refer to your dealer for complete infor-
mation.
The vehicle is delivered with 1 perfor-
mance key.
NOTE: Additional keys are available
from your dealer as an accessory.
WARNING
Rollovers, tipovers, collisions and
loss of control resulting in seri-
ous injury or death are possible
with the performance or normal
key. Using the normal key is not a
substitute for the operator being
prepared, qualified, and operating
with care.
Performance Key
The performance key allows the user
to access the full torque of the engine
as well as the top speed of the vehicle.
This may be useful for riders who pre-
fer crisper throttle response, and for
environments where higher speeds
and greater acceleration are appro-
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