FLUIDS
3
1
2
TYPICAL - OIL DIPSTICK
1. Full
2. Add
3. Operating Range
9. Ensure that oil level is between ADD and FULL
marks.
10. If necessary, add recommended engine oil.
11. Reinstall and screw in the dipstick completely.
NOTE:
Do not overfill.
Engine Coolant
WARNING
In order to avoid potential burns, do not re-
move the coolant tank cap if the engine is hot.
WARNING
Check coolant level with engine cold. Never
add coolant in cooling system when engine is
hot.
NOTICE
Do not overfill coolant reservoir.
Recommended Coolant
Always use ethylene-glycol antifreeze containing
corrosion inhibitors specifically for internal com-
bustion aluminum engines.
Cooling system must be filled with water and an-
tifreeze solution (50% water, 50% antifreeze) or
with BRP premixed coolant (P/N 219 700 362).
Coolant Level Verification
1. Park vehicle straight on a level surface.
2. Remove seat.
3. Remove fuel tank cap.
4. Remove access cover.
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1. Access cover
5. Check coolant reservoir level.
6. Ensure that fluid reaches the level marks (small
ribs).
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1. Level marks (small ribs)
7. If necessary, add recommended coolant.
8. Reinstall access cover.
9. Reinstall fuel tank cap.
10. Reinstall seat.
NOTE:
Coolant may be slightly lower when check-
ing level at temperature lower than 20°C (68°F).
NOTE:
Do not overfill coolant reservoir.
Brake Fluid
NOTICE
Always use brake fluid meeting the
specification DOT 4 from a sealed container.
NOTICE
To avoid serious damage to the brak-
ing system, do not use fluids other than the
recommended one, nor mix different fluids for
topping up.
NOTICE
Be sure to clean reservoir caps before
removing it to avoid contaminating the oil.
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PREDELIVERY