Can-Am MAVERICK Sport MAX Series, Operator'S Manual

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BASIC PROCEDURES
Whenever the electronic drive belt
protection is activated, you MUST
shift in LOW range
. Refer to
OPER-
ATING THE SHIFT LEVER
.
WARNING
Apply brakes to immobilize vehi-
cle. Put shift lever in reverse (R),
and back down the hill, barely re-
leasing brakes to remain at low
speed. Do not attempt to turn
around. Never coast down hill
while vehicle is in neutral. Do
not perform hard braking as it in-
creases the risk of tipover.
Stopping the Engine and
Parking the Vehicle
WARNING
Avoid parking on steep slope as
the vehicle may roll away.
WARNING
Always put the vehicle in PARK
when stopped or parked to pre-
vent rolling.
WARNING
Avoid parking in places where hot
parts can start a fire.
When stopped or parked always bring
shift lever to park position. This is es-
pecially important when parking on
a slope. On very steep inclines or
if the vehicle is carrying a cargo, the
wheels should be blocked using rocks
or bricks.
Select the flattest terrain available for
parking.
Release accelerator pedal and use
brakes to completely stop the vehi-
cle.
Set shift lever in PARK position.
Turn key in ignition switch to OFF posi-
tion.
Remove key from ignition switch.
If you must park on a steep incline or if
the vehicle is carrying cargo, block the
wheels using rocks or bricks.
Tips for Maximizing Drive
Belt Durability
Riding style and conditions have a di-
rect impact on drive belt durability.
Your vehicle features a CVT system de-
sign that is optimized to offer the best
performance. The CVT and drive belt
have successfully endured thousands
of miles of durability tests. However,
to maximize drive belt durability and
to prevent premature failures, it is im-
portant that the operator understands
the limits of a belt driven CVT system
and adapts their riding style and speed
accordingly.
If riding in any of the conditions listed
below, BRP highly recommends not to
constantly hold the throttle wide open
(WOT) for more than five (5) minutes.
– High ambient temperatures (above
30°C (86°F)
– Heavy loads: Passengers / Heavy
cargo
– Heavy drag: Soft sand / Hill climbing
/ Mud / Using a track kit.
After a few minutes at WOT, partially
release the accelerator and allow the
CVT to cool down.
For more tips for maximizing the drive
belt durability, refer to
CHOOSING
THE CORRECT RANGE (LOW OR
HIGH)
.
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