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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRIMARY CONTROLS

(cont’d)

3) Brake Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4) Shift Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

SECONDARY CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

1) RF D.E.S.S Key and RF D.E.S.S. Post. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
2) Engine Start/Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
3) Low/High Beam Headlight Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
4) 2WD/4WD Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
5) Sport/ECO Mode Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
6) Override Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
7) DPS Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE (ANALOG/DIGITAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Multifunction Gauge Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Gauge Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

EQUIPMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

1) Tilt Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
2) Cup Holders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
3) Passenger Handholds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
4) Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
5) Tool Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
6) Footrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
7) Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
8) Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
9) Driver's Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
10) Passenger Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
11) Fuel Reservoir Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
12) Cargo Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
13) Recovery Hook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
14) Wheel Scraper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
15) 12-Volt Power Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
16) Central Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

TUNE YOUR RIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Suspension Adjustment Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Suspension Factory Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Suspension Adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
DPS Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

FUEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Fuel Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Vehicle Fueling Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Fueling a Gasoline Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

BREAK-IN PERIOD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Operation During Break-In. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

BASIC PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Starting the Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Waking Up the Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Shifting the Transmission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

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Summary of Contents for MAVERICK X3 Series 2017

Page 1: ...fety information Minimum age Operator 16 or older with a valid driver s license Keep this Operator s Guide in the vehicle WARNING 2017 MAVERICK X3 Series MAVERICKTM X3 Series 2017 Operator s Guide Includes Safety Vehicle and Maintenance Information Original Instructions ...

Page 2: ...icle may exceed the performance of other vehicles you may have ridden in the past Take time to familiarize yourself with your new vehicle CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING WARNING This vehicle contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In Canada products are distributed by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc BRP In USA...

Page 3: ...nmyyjältä tai käy osoitteessa www operatorsguides brp com Svenska Denna bok kan finnas tillgänglig på ditt språk Kontakta din återförsäljare eller gå till www operatorsguides brp com Congratulations on your purchase of a new Can Am side by side vehicle It s backed by the BRP limited warranty and a network of authorized Can Am dealers ready to provide the parts ac cessories or service you may requi...

Page 4: ...l languages In the event of any dis crepancy the English version shall pre vail If you want to view and or print an extra copy of your Operator s Guide simply visit the following website www operatorsguides brp com The information contained in this doc ument is correct at the time of publi cation BRP however maintains a pol icy of continuous improvement of its products without imposing upon itself...

Page 5: ...traint System 10 Terrain Condition 10 PRE RIDE INSPECTION 12 Pre Ride Inspection Check List 12 PREPARE TO RIDE 15 Before you Ride 15 Riding Gear 15 AVOID ACCIDENTS 17 Avoid Rollovers and Tipovers 17 Avoid Collisions 18 RIDING YOUR VEHICLE 19 Practice Exercises 19 Off Road Operation 20 General Riding Techniques 20 MOVING LOADS AND DOING WORK 25 Working with your Vehicle 25 Carrying Loads 25 IMPORTA...

Page 6: ...ndholds 54 4 Glove Box 54 5 Tool Kit 54 6 Footrests 54 7 Doors 55 8 Seat Belts 55 9 Driver s Seat 56 10 Passenger Seat 58 11 Fuel Reservoir Cap 59 12 Cargo Rack 59 13 Recovery Hook 59 14 Wheel Scraper 60 15 12 Volt Power Outlet 60 16 Central Mirror 60 TUNE YOUR RIDE 62 Suspension Adjustment Guidelines 62 Suspension Factory Settings 63 Suspension Adjustments 64 DPS Function 67 FUEL 68 Fuel Requirem...

Page 7: ...nt of Vehicle 77 Rear of Vehicle 77 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 80 SEVERE DUSTY CONDITIONS 80 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE LEGEND 80 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 81 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 83 Engine Air Filter 83 Front Grille Kit 84 CVT Air Filters 84 Engine Oil 85 Oil Filter 87 Radiator 88 Engine Coolant 88 Muffler Spark Arresters 91 Gearbox Oil 91 Spark Plugs 93 CVT Cover 95 Drive Belt 96 Drive and Driven P...

Page 8: ...OUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES 122 MESSAGES IN MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE 126 WARRANTY BRP LIMITED WARRANTY USA AND CANADA 2017 CAN AM SSV 128 US EPA EMISSION RELATED WARRANTY 131 BRP INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY 2017 CAN AM SSV 134 BRP LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AREA THE COMMONWEALTH OF THE INDEPENDANT STATES AND TURKEY 2017 CAN AM SSV 138 CUSTOMER INFORMATION PRIVACY INFORMA...

Page 9: ...SAFETY INFORMATION ________ SAFETY INFORMATION ________ 7 ...

Page 10: ... by a spark or flame many feet away from the en gine To reduce the risk of fire or explo sion follow these instructions Use only an approved gasoline con tainer to store fuel Never fill the gasoline container on the vehicle an electrical static dis charge may ignite the fuel Never carry gasoline container s or any dangerous liquids on the cargo rack unless it is designed and ap proved for this veh...

Page 11: ...ails Though not required it is recommended that an authorized BRP dealer performs the preseason preparation of your vehi cle Each visit to your authorized BRP dealer is a great opportunity for your dealer to verify if your vehicle is in cluded in any safety campaign We also urge you to visit your authorized BRP dealer in a timely manner if you become aware of any safety related campaigns Operator ...

Page 12: ... slides donuts or any other stunts Never attempt rapid acceleration or deceleration when performing a sharp turn This may result in a roll over Never attempt skidding or sliding If vehicle starts to skid or slide counter steer in the direction of skidding or sliding On extremely slippery surfaces such as ice go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding out of control Al...

Page 13: ...ver obstacles as described in RIDING YOUR VEHICLE subsec tion Never operate this vehicle in fast flowing water or in water deeper than specified in RIDING YOUR VE HICLE subsection Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stop ping ability Test your brakes after leaving water If necessary apply them several times to let friction dry out the brakes Always ensure to properly park the vehicle on the ...

Page 14: ...ES for details Pre Ride Inspection Check List What to Do Before Starting the Engine Key OFF ITEMS TO BE INSPECTED INSPECTION TO PERFORM Check tire pressure and condition 28 inches Front MIN 152 kPa 22 PSI LOADED 159 kPa 23 PSI Rear MIN 152 kPa 22 PSI LOADED 207 kPa 30 PSI 29 inches Front MIN 131 kPa 19 PSI LOADED 138 kPa 20 PSI Rear MIN 138 kPa 20 PSI LOADED 186 kPa 27 PSI Tires 30 inches Front MI...

Page 15: ...a trailer or another equipment if equipped with a hitch Check hitch and trailer ball condition Respect the tongue capacity and towing capacity Ensure trailer is properly secured to hitch Rear cargo rack Check if the cargo on rack is properly secured Chassis and suspension Check underneath vehicle for any debris on chassis or suspension components upper and lower arms wheels shock absorber springs ...

Page 16: ...en released Brake pedal Press down on the brake pedal and make sure you feel firm resistance and that it fully returns to position when released Fuel level Check the fuel level What to Do After the Engine is Started ITEMS TO BE INSPECTED INSPECTION TO PERFORM Steering Check if steering operates freely by completely turning it from side to side RF D E S S post Check if D E S S post is working prope...

Page 17: ...or on tree branches and shrubs Helmets and Eye Protection Helmets protect the head and brain from injury Even with the vehicle s cage and doors objects can enter the cockpit and strike the head or the head can strike the cage itself or objects out side the vehicle Even the best helmet is no guarantee against injury but sta tistics indicate that helmet use signif icantly reduces the risk of brain i...

Page 18: ...d Riding Suits Wear a jacket or a long sleeved shirt and long pants or a full riding suit Quality ATV type protective gear will provide comfort and it can help you avoid being distracted by adverse en vironmental elements In case of a crash good quality protective gear made of sturdy material may prevent or reduce injury In cool weather riding protect your self against hypothermia Hypother mia a c...

Page 19: ...ids slides fishtails jumps or other stunts If vehicle starts to skid or slide steer in the direction of the skid or slide Never slam the brakes and lock the wheels Avoid paved surfaces This vehi cle is not designed to operate on paved surfaces and is more likely to roll over If you must drive on pave ment turn gradually go slowly and avoid abrupt acceleration and brak ing This vehicle can roll ove...

Page 20: ...for the terrain visibility and operating con ditions and your experience Consider reserving use of the performance key for situations in which full speed and acceleration capability are appropriate Never operate this vehicle on any pub lic street road or highway even dirt or gravel ones Riding your vehicle on roads or highways could result in a colli sion with another vehicle This vehicle is not d...

Page 21: ...e lateral force increasing with the speed and with your steer ing input The lateral force should be maintained as low as possible to make sure it does not cause the vehicle to roll over U Turn Exercises Practice doing U turns Accelerate slowly and while remain ing at low speed then gradually turn the steering wheel to the right until you have completed the U turn Repeat U turn exercise with differ...

Page 22: ...t that the vehicle can safely negotiate an obstacle or a particular piece of terrain always choose an alternate route In off road operation power and trac tion not speed are important Never drive faster than visibility and your own ability to select a safe route permit Always go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar terrain Always be alert to changing terrain con ditions when op...

Page 23: ...c partially covered by vegetation Riding on Snow or Ice When performing pre ride inspection pay special attention to locations on the vehicle where snow and or ice ac cumulations may obstruct visibility of the tail lamp clog ventilation openings block the radiator and fan and interfere with the movement of controls Be fore starting with your vehicle check the steering accelerator and brake pedals ...

Page 24: ...e another safety flag ahead Riding on Gravel Loose Stones or Other Slippery Surfaces Riding on loose stones or gravel is very similar to riding on ice They will affect the steering of vehicle possibly caus ing it to slide and tip over especially at high speeds In addition braking dis tance may be affected Remember that gunning the throttle or sliding may cause loose stones to be ejected rearwards ...

Page 25: ... the vehicle causing it to slide Main tain steady speed and or accelerate slightly to regain control Never slam brakes and lock the wheels Side Hilling Whenever possible sidehilling driv ing across a slope rather than up or down it should be avoided If neces sary do so with extreme caution Side hilling on steep inclines could result in rollover In addition slippery or unfirm surfaces could result ...

Page 26: ... forest crops or shrubs nor cut down trees or take down fencing nor spin your wheels and destroy the terrain Tread Lightly This vehicle can cause OHV wildfires if debris builds up near the exhaust or other engine hot spots and ignites then falls off into dry grass Avoid rid ing in wet areas through muskeg or tall grass where debris can build up Should you ride in those areas inspect and remove all...

Page 27: ...IT OF THE VEHICLE 286 kg 630 lb Includes occupants cargo added accessories and tongue weight if applicable Following are examples of suitable total vehicle load distribution EXAMPLES OF SUITABLE VEHICLE TOTAL LOADS LOW RANGE OPERATOR AND PASSENGER CARGO LOAD ACCESSORIES TONGUE WEIGHT TOTAL VEHICLE LOAD 171 kg 377 lb 31 kg 68 lb 25 kg 55 lb 59 kg 130 lb 286 kg 630 lb NOTE When the vehicle s transmi...

Page 28: ...is vehicle WARNING Never overload tow or carry cargo improperly Safely reduce speed according to terrain conditions when carrying cargo or pulling a trailer and avoid hills and rough terrain Allow greater distance for braking Always secure cargo as low as possible to reduce the ef fect of a higher center of gravity Failure to follow the recommenda tions here could cause changes in vehicle handling...

Page 29: ...tempt steep hills Allow more distance for braking especially on inclined surfaces and when a passenger is on board Be careful not to skid or slide Improperly loading a trailer may cause loss of control Respect the recom mended maximum hauling capacity and maximum tongue load Refer to MAXIMUM HAULING CAPACITY ta ble Make sure there is at least some weight on the tongue Always make sure load is even...

Page 30: ...YOU MAY HAVE RIDDEN THIS IS A HIGH PERFORMANCE OHV INEXPERIENCED RIDERS MAY OVERLOOK RISKS AND BE SURPRISED BY THE SPECIFIC BEHAVIOR OF THIS OHV IN ANY TERRAIN CONDITION EN 704906437 DEC Safety Labels Read and understand all the safety la bels on your vehicle These labels are affixed to the vehicle for the safety of the operator passen ger or bystanders The following labels are on your vehi cle an...

Page 31: ...IMPORTANT ON PRODUCT LABELS 219001761 003_b ________ SAFETY INFORMATION ________ 29 ...

Page 32: ...704906372 Improper Use of Off Highway Vehicles Can Cause Severe Injury or Death Be Sure Riders Pay Attention and Plan Ahead If you think or feel the vehicle may tip or roll reduce your risk of injury Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel or handholds and brace yourself Do not put any part of your body outside of the vehicle for any reason Be Prepared Fasten seat belts and close doors Wear an appr...

Page 33: ...ted for off highway vehicle access collisions with cars and trucks can occur Do not exceed seating capacity 2 occupants Read the Operator s Guide and Safety Labels and Watch the Safety Video Follow All Instructions and Warnings Improper Use of Off Highway Vehicles Can Cause Severe Injury or Death 7 0 4 9 0 6 1 4 8 B Be prepared in case of rollover Hold the cage while riding Try to stop a rollover ...

Page 34: ...jury Keep a firm grip on handholds and brace yourself Do not put any part of your body outside of the vehicle for any reason Passenger qualifications and responsibilities Do not ride after using drugs or alcohol Ask the operator to slow down or stop if you feel uncomfortable when riding 70 49 06 14 9B Improper Use of Off Highway Vehicles Can Cause Severe Injury or Death PASSENGER Be prepared in ca...

Page 35: ... FINN OG LES BRUKSANVISNINGEN FØLG ALLE ANVISNINGER OG ADVARSLER WARNUNG BETRIEBSANLEITUNG AUSFINDIG MACHEN UND LESEN ALLE ANWEISUNGEN UND WARNHINWEISE BEFOLGEN ΠΡΟΕΙΔΟΠΟΙΗΣΗ BPEITE ΚΑΙ ΔΙΑΒΆΣΕΙ ΤΟΝ ΟΔΗΓΌ ΧΕΙΡΙΣΤΉ ΑΚΟΛΟΥΘΉΣΤΕ ΌΛΕΣ TIΣ ΟΔΗΓΊΕΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΠΡΟΕΙΔΟΠΟΙΉΣΕΙΣ ADVERTENCIA UBICAR Y LEER LA GUÍA DEL OPERADOR ATENERSE A TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES Y MENSAJES DE ADVERTENCIA VAROITUS PAIKANNA JA LUE ...

Page 36: ...ers on this carrier Maximum rear load 90 Kg 200 lb elevenly distributed includes trailer tongue weight if applicable ALWAYS secure the load EN 704906240 DEC LABEL 7 704906241B NEVER place gasoline flammable or dangerous liquids container on carrier This can lead to an explosion NEVER attach to cargo area to pull a load this can cause the vehicle to tip over use only the trailer hitch or recovery h...

Page 37: ...ehicule OHV it may exceed the performance of other OHV you may have ridden This is a high performance OHV Inexperienced riders may overlook risks and be surprised by the specific behavior of this OHV in any terrain condition 704906439 WARNING EN 704906439 DEC LABEL 12 6160A NEVER attach to the cage to pull a load This can cause the vehicle to tip over Use only the trailer hitch or recovery hook to...

Page 38: ...06159 DEC LABEL 15 This vehicle is an off road vehicle not intended for use on public roads Ce véhicule est conçu pour un usage hors route et n est pas destiné aux voies publiques 704906373 AVERTISSEMENT WARNING EN FR 704906373 DEC LABEL 16 36 _______ SAFETY INFORMATION ________ ...

Page 39: ...DE DU CONDUCTEUR RENSEIGNEMENTS SUR LE DISPOSITIF ANTIPOLLUTION CE VÉHICULE EST CERTIFIÉ POUR FONCTIONNER À L ESSENCE SANS PLOMB ET IL EST CONFORME AUX NORMES DE L EPA ET DE LA CALIFORNIE AU NIVEAU DES RÉGLEMENTATIONS DE L ÉCHAPPEMENT ET DE L ÉVAPORATION POUR LES VTT ET LES VÉHICULES HORS ROUTE SPORTS EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION THIS VEHICLE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE ON UNLEADED GASOLINE AND CONFOR...

Page 40: ...IMPORTANT ON PRODUCT LABELS This page is intentionally blank 38 _______ SAFETY INFORMATION ________ ...

Page 41: ...VEHICLE INFORMATION _______________ 39 ...

Page 42: ...ety labels refer to VEHICLE SAFETY LABELS subsection 219001761 006_a TYPICAL PARTS REMOVED FOR CLARITY 1 Steering Wheel The steering wheel is located in front of the driver s seat The steering wheel steers the vehicle to the left or right Steer the steering wheel in the direc tion you want to go 219001761 007_a 1 Steering wheel Grip the steering wheel with both hands without having thumbs rolled a...

Page 43: ...ld return to rest position idle when not pressed NOTE The accelerator pedal should never be disassembled 3 Brake Pedal The brake pedal is located on the left side of the accelerator pedal The brake pedal function is to slow down or stop the vehicle 219001761 008_a 1 Brake pedal 2 Accelerator pedal To decrease vehicle speed or to stop vehicle press down the brake pedal with your right foot The brak...

Page 44: ...wnhill in reverse gravity can increase the vehicle speed above the set limited re verse speed Neutral The neutral position disengages the gearbox 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 v...

Page 45: ...r console 219001761 076_b TYPICAL 1 D E S S post RF D E S S Key Digitally Encoded Security System D E S S The D E S S key contains 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 Types of Keys This vehicle can be operated using 2 different types of ignition keys Learning key green Performa...

Page 46: ...hicle is delivered with a perfor mance key which 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 greater acceleration and for envi ronments where higher speeds and greater acceleration are appropriate For example in wide open straight trails operators may prefer the perfor mance key 2 Engine Start Stop Button...

Page 47: ...e is then rear wheel drive only 5 Sport ECO Mode Switch The sport ECO switch is located on the upper console It is used to select the sport or ECO mode in high range 219001761 076_d TYPICAL 1 Sport ECO switch The sport mode provides a crisper throttle response NOTE The sport mode can be acti vated with all key types and provides the maximum power with the used key The ECO fuel economy mode setting...

Page 48: ...ing the override 3 To erase the MAINTENANCE RE QUIRED message refer to MULTI FUNCTION DISPLAY subsection 4 To move vehicle in case of a pedal accelerator failure refer to TROU BLESHOOTING GUIDELINES sub section To engage the override function pro ceed as follows 1 Ensure that the vehicle is stopped 2 Press and hold the override switch then press the accelerator pedal gradually NOTE While in REVERS...

Page 49: ...ital is comprised of a digital gauge and two analog gauges speedometer and tachometer The engine temperature and fuel level bar graphs are comprised in the digital gauge The indicators lamps are comprised in both analog gauges M S M S 1 11 3 7 4 5 10 12 13 8 5 2 6 9 tmo2014 001 010_a WARNING Do not adjust the display while riding You could lose control _______________ 47 ...

Page 50: ...nfirm 3 SET S Button Pressing the SET S button will scroll through the functions of the secondary digi tal display FUNCTION SEQUENCE INFORMATION DISPLAYED Clock XX XX 24 00 time base XX XX A or P 12 00 AM PM time base Cumulative distance odometer XXXXX X km or mi Trip distance odometer A TRIP A XXXXX X km or mi Trip distance odometer B TRIP B XXXXX X km or mi Engine time chronometer Hr XXXXX X Tri...

Page 51: ...sed for more than 15 seconds On Operator seat belt is not properly latched Engine output will be limited reducing the speed and operability of the vehicle Main digital display FASTEN SEAT BELT SPORT MODE On Sport mode activated On ECO mode activated 6 Main Digital Display Displays useful real time information to the rider 7 Multifunction Display The vehicle speed or the engine revolutions RPM can ...

Page 52: ...ely 20 km h 12 MPH SPORT MODE ACTIVE Displayed when the sport mode is activated ECO MODE ACTIVE Displayed when ECO mode is activated MAINTENANCE REQUIRED 1 Displayed in gauge when vehicle is due for a maintenance LOW GEAR Displayed when belt protection is active in high gear If available and activated on your model 1 To erase the MAINTENANCE RE QUIRED message proceed as fol lows 1 Select PARK 2 Wa...

Page 53: ...select clock display 2 Push and hold MODE M button for three seconds 3 Press MODE M button to select 12 00 AM PM or 24 00 time base 4 If 12 00 AM PM time base is se lected A or P flashes Press MODE M button to select A AM or P PM 5 Press SET S button to change hours 6 Press MODE M button to switch to minutes minutes flash 7 Press SET S button to change min utes 8 Press MODE M button Setting Langua...

Page 54: ...EQUIPMENT NOTE Some vehicle safety labels are not shown on illustrations For information on vehicle safety labels refer to VEHICLE SAFETY LABELS subsection 219001761 131_a TYPICAL 52 ______________ ...

Page 55: ...g wheel height 1 Unlock steering by pulling the tilt lever toward you 2 Move steering wheel to the desired position 3 Release tilt lever to lock steering wheel in position 219001761 017_a 1 Tilt lever WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel height while riding You may lose control 2 Cup Holders Two cup holders are located at the rear of the lower console _______________ 53 ...

Page 56: ...ny part of vehicle cage as handholds Hands can be struck by objects outside the cockpit or crushed in a rollover 4 Glove Box The vehicle is equipped with a closed glove box made to carry light objects 219001761 067_a 1 Glove box GLOVE BOX CAPACITY MAXIMUM LOAD 5 kg 11 lb 5 Tool Kit A tool kit with basic tools is provided It is located in the glove box 219001761 021_a 1 Tool kit 6 Footrests The veh...

Page 57: ... tipovers to help keep passengers in the cockpit 219001761 024_a 1 Safety belt WARNING Wear seat belts properly at all times Make sure it remains se curely fastened and tightened against the body Seat belts re duce the risk of injury in a crash and help keep limbs inside the cockpit in a rollover or any acci dents If driver s seat belt is not fastened when The the start button is pressed the seat ...

Page 58: ...roperly Make sure it remains securely fastened and tightened against the body Make sure it is not twisted or defective To unlock place seat belt as shown and push down on the lap belt where indicated tmr2014 037 004_a To release the seat belt push on the red button on the seat belt buckle 9 Driver s Seat The driver s seat height can be ad justed Refer to SEAT HEIGHT AD JUSTMENT for information To ...

Page 59: ...t to the same position HIGH or LOW before riding the vehicle Setup in HIGH Position Remove both retaining nuts securing rear adjustment mechanism assem blies Remove both retaining nut securing front adjustment mechanisms in place Assemble both rear adjustment mech anisms as follows 219001761 033_a REAR ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM IN POSITION HIGH 1 Retaining nut 2 Seat frame 3 Sleeve 4 Vehicle frame Asse...

Page 60: ...ning nut 2 Sleeve 3 Seat frame 4 Vehicle frame Assemble both front adjustment mechanisms as follows 219001761 035_a FRONT ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM IN POSITION LOW 1 Retaining bolt 2 Bracket support WARNING Ensure both mechanisms at the front and both mechanisms at the rear are set to the same position HIGH or LOW before riding the vehicle Tighten both nuts to specification TIGHTENING TORQUE Rear adjus...

Page 61: ... rack is convenient for carrying equipment and various other cargo It must never be used to carry a passen ger 219001761 027_a CARGO RACK WARNING Never carry a passenger on a cargo rack Cargo must never interfere with the drivers line of sight or affect his ability to properly steer the vehicle Do not overload the vehicle Always ensure all cargo is prop erly secured and does not ex tend out passed...

Page 62: ...nvenient for handheld spotlight or other portable equipment 219001761 014_a 1 12 V power outlet Remove protective cap to use Always reinstall it after use to protect against weather Do not exceed the rating capacity Re fer to SPECIFICATIONS subsection 16 Central Mirror This vehicle comes equipped with a central mirror The mirror can be adjusted to suit driver s preference To adjust mirror loosen k...

Page 63: ...EQUIPMENT 219001761 056_a 1 Central mirror _______________ 61 ...

Page 64: ...tory settings then customize each adjustment one at a time Front and rear adjustments are interre lated It may be necessary to readjust the rear shock absorbers after adjust ing front shock absorbers for instance Test run the vehicle under the same conditions trail speed load etc Change one adjustment and retest Proceed methodically until you are sat isfied Following are guidelines to fine tune su...

Page 65: ...ngs For adjustment procedures refer to SPRING PRELOAD ADJUSTMENT FRONT AND REAR and SHOCK DAMPING ADJUSTMENTS FRONT AND REAR in this section To adjust compression and rebound to factory settings proceed as follows 1 Turn adjuster clockwise until it stops 2 Turn adjuster counterclockwise by the specified amount see table be low FRONT SUSPENSION FACTORY SETTINGS ADJUSTMENT MODEL FACTORY SETTING Mave...

Page 66: ... Turns Compression damping high speed Maverick X3 X rs 3 Turns Maverick X3 X ds Position 15 Rebound damping Maverick X3 X rs Position 12 Maverick X3 126 1 mm 4 96 in Maverick X3 X ds 121 1 mm 4 77 in Crossover rings position Maverick X3 X rs 154 6 mm 6 09 in Suspension Adjustments Spring Preload Adjustment NOTE Spring preload affects ground clearance Shorten the spring for a firmer ride and rough ...

Page 67: ...ng controls how the shock absorber reacts when riding POSITION SETTING RESULT ON BIG BUMPS 1 Soft Softer compression damping 2 Medium Factory Medium compression damping 3 Hard Firmer compression damping 219001682 007_a 1 Position 1 2 Position 2 3 Position 3 219001727 010_a COMPRESSION DAMPING 1 Increases damping stiffer 2 Decreases damping softer Turn adjuster clockwise to increase shock damping a...

Page 68: ...Turning it counterclockwise S de creases shock damping action softer High Speed Compression Damping Maverick X3 X ds and Maverick X3 X rs High speed compression damping controls how the shock absorber re acts to a high suspension velocity quick compression strokes in most cases when riding at higher speeds ACTION RESULT ON SMALL BUMPS Increasing high speed compression damping force Firmer compress...

Page 69: ...S modes are preset in the vehicle DPS MODE DPS MAX Maximum steering assist DPS MED Medium steering assist DPS MIN Minimum steering assist To show the active DPS mode pro ceed as follows 1 Press and release DPS switch 219001761 076_f 1 DPS switch 2 Check the multifunction gauge to confirm the active DPS mode ANALOG DIGITAL GAUGE 1 DPS mode display To change the DPS mode proceed as follows 1 Press a...

Page 70: ...d moisture which may lead to fuel phase separation and can result in engine performance problems or engine damage Recommended Fuel Use premium unleaded gasoline with an AKI R M 2 octane rating of 91 or an RON octane rating of 95 NOTICE Never experiment with other fuels Engine or fuel system damages may occur with the use of an inadequate fuel NOTICE Do NOT use fuel from fuel pumps labeled E85 Use ...

Page 71: ...he tank and prevent fuel flow back Be careful not to spill fuel 8 Stop filling when the fuel reaches the bottom of filler neck Do not overfill WARNING Never top up the fuel tank before placing the vehicle in a warm area As temperature increases fuel ex pands and may overflow 9 Fully tighten fuel reservoir cap clock wise until you hear a clicking noise WARNING Always wipe off any fuel spillage from...

Page 72: ...erations Avoid prolonged cruising speeds However brief accelerations and speed variations contribute to a good break in 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 Belt A new belt requires a break in period of 50 km 30 mi During the break in period Avoid strong acceleration and dec...

Page 73: ...al system repeatedly or using elec trical equipment will discharge the battery and you may not be able to start the engine Shifting the Transmission Apply brakes and select the desired shift lever position Release brakes NOTICE When changing gear se lection always completely stop the vehicle and apply the brakes prior to shifting Damage to the transmis sion may occur Choosing the Correct Range Low...

Page 74: ...ck down the hill barely releasing 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...

Page 75: ...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 A...

Page 76: ... any elec trical source to the steering column What to do if Vehicle Rolled Over Abrupt maneuvers sharp turns side hilling or accident may cause vehicle to rollover Should the vehicle be rolled over it will be necessary to have it transported to an authorized Can Am dealer for in spection as soon as possible NEVER START THE ENGINE Points to be verified including but not limited to All fluid levels...

Page 77: ...r transport proceed as follow 1 Place shift lever to NEUTRAL N 2 Then proceed as follows 2 1 Put a strap around the front re covery hook 219001761 120_a 1 Front recovery hook 2 2 Attach the straps to the winch cable of the towing vehicle 2 3 Pull the vehicle on the flatbed with the winch 3 Remove the key from the D E S S post 4 At rear secure the vehicle on both sides using a strap around the cen ...

Page 78: ...TRANSPORTING THE VEHICLE WARNING Make sure no loose objects are present inside vehicle during vehi cle transportation 76 ______________ ...

Page 79: ...NS FRONT OF VEHICLE Lower hydraulic lift and ensure vehi cle is supported safely onto both jack stands Rear of Vehicle Place vehicle on a flat non slippery ground Activate 4WD mode Ensure vehicle shift lever is set to PARK Install an hydraulic jack under the vehi cle 219001761 080_a REAR OF VEHICLE 1 Hydraulic jack position Lift rear of vehicle and install a jack stand on each side under frame as ...

Page 80: ...LIFTING AND SUPPORTING THE VEHICLE This page is intentionally blank 78 ______________ ...

Page 81: ...MAINTENANCE _______________ 79 ...

Page 82: ...ents in the fueling section of this manual Even if gasoline containing greater than ten volume percent ethanol is readily available the US EPA issued a prohibition against the use of gasoline containing greater than 10 vol ethanol that applies to this vehicle The use of gasoline containing greater than 10 vol ethanol with this engine may harm the emission control system The following message appea...

Page 83: ...Inspect suspension arm bushing and wear plates Replace if needed Inspect front and rear shock absorber spherical bearing O rings if damaged clean lubricate and reinstall O rings Lubricate suspension arms and stabilizer bar bushings Front Rear Inspect CV joints and rubber boots condition check for abnormal play in the joints and for cuts in the rubber boots Inspect and clean the brake system fluid ...

Page 84: ...MI AND AT 3 000 KM 2 000 MI THEN FOLLOW THE REGULAR SCHEDULE Replace gearbox oil EVERY TWO YEAR OR 6 000 KM 4 000 MI OR 200 HOURS whichever comes first EVERY TWO YEAR OR 3 000 KM 2 000 MI OR 100 HOURS whichever comes first Check fault codes Perform all items indicated in the pre ride inspection Replace front differential oil Replace gearbox oil Replace brake fluid must be performed every 2 years T...

Page 85: ...hould be adjusted according to riding conditions as it is critical to en sure proper engine performance and life span Engine Air filter replacement fre quency must be increased for the fol lowing severe riding conditions Riding on dry sand Riding on dry dirt covered surfaces Riding on dry gravel trails or similar conditions Riding in areas with high concentra tion of seeds or crop husks Riding in ...

Page 86: ...pwards duckbill valve downwards Turn cover clockwise to secure it Lock the cover by pushing the plastic tab inwards Slide the outer seal in place using the fabric tabs Front Grille Kit 1 Remove debris from front grille 2 Clean front grille with water CVT Air Filters CVT air filter inspection and cleaning frequency should be adjusted accord ing to riding conditions as it is critical to ensure prope...

Page 87: ...perating the engine with an improper level may severely damage engine With the engine at normal operating temperature place vehicle on a level surface and check the oil level as fol lows 1 Start engine and let it idle for at least 20 seconds 2 Stop engine 3 Unscrew dipstick then remove it and wipe clean 219001761 085_a LH REAR OF VEHICLE 1 Dipstick 4 Reinstall dipstick screw it in com pletely 5 Re...

Page 88: ...arranty Engine Oil Change Place vehicle on a level surface Oil change and oil filter replacement should be done with a warm engine CAUTION The engine oil can be very hot Wait until engine oil is warm Remove dipstick Place a drain pan under the engine drain plug area 219001761 208_a UNDERNEATH REAR OF VEHICLE 1 Magnetic drain plug 2 Secondary drain plug Clean the drain plugs area NOTE A funnel can ...

Page 89: ...sembled 3 8 L 4 02 qt U S liq Oil Filter Oil Filter Access Access the oil filter by the RH rear of the vehicle 219001761 205_a 1 Oil filter cover Oil Filter Removal Clean oil filter area Remove oil filter cover Remove oil filter 219001761 206 Oil Filter Installation Check and clean the oil filter inlet and outlet area for dirt and other contami nations 219001761 091_a 1 Outlet to the engine oil pr...

Page 90: ... must be clean free of mud dirt leaves and any other deposit that would prevent the radiator to cool properly If available use a garden hose to rinse the radiating fins CAUTION Never clean radiator with your hands when it is hot Let the radiator cool down before clean ing NOTICE Be careful not to damage the radiating fins when cleaning Do not use any object tool that could damage the fins When hos...

Page 91: ...ttle Recommended Engine Coolant COUNTRY RECOMMENDED COOLANT Finland Norway and Sweden LONG LIFE ANTIFREEZE F P N 619 590 204 All other countries LONG LIFE ANTIFREEZE P N 219 702 685 Alternative or if not available Distilled water and antifreeze solution 50 distilled water 50 antifreeze NOTICE Always use ethylene gly col antifreeze containing corrosion inhibitors specifically for internal combustio...

Page 92: ...01761 095_a 1 Pressure cap Wait until the coolant flow stops or de creases Remove the hose pincher to drain the rest of the coolant Install radiator hose clamp TIGHTENING TORQUE Radiator hose clamp 2 5 N m to 3 5 N m 22 lbf in to 31 lbf in Fill cooling system with coolant re fer to COOLING SYSTEM REFILLING AND BLEEDING procedure Cooling System Refilling and Bleeding 1 Remove the pressure cap 21900...

Page 93: ...ry hot Remove retaining screws securing muffler cover in place and remove muf fler cover Pull out spark arrester and remove car bon deposits using a brush 219001761 048_a 1 Retaining screws 2 Muffler cover 3 Spark arrester NOTICE Use a soft brush and be careful to avoid damaging spark ar rester mesh Inspect mesh of spark arrester for any damage Replace as needed Inspect spark arrester chamber in m...

Page 94: ...Gearbox Oil Use the following gearbox oil RECOMMENDED GEARBOX OIL XPS synthetic gear oil P N 293 600 140 NOTE The XPS oil is specially formu lated to meet the lubrication require ments of this gearbox BRP strongly recommends the use of its XPS oil However if the XPS synthetic gear oil is not available use the following lubri cant GEARBOX OIL REQUIREMENT 75W 140 API GL 5 synthetic gear oil NOTICE D...

Page 95: ...llation Reinstall magnetic drain plug Always install a NEW sealing ring TIGHTENING TORQUE Magnetic drain plug 30 N m 3 N m 22 lbf ft 2 lbf ft Refill gearbox NOTICE Use ONLY the recom mended type of oil Check oil level refer to GEARBOX OIL LEVEL VERIFICATION Dispose gearbox oil as per your local environmental regulations Spark Plugs Access to Spark Plugs Remove the following parts and fas teners tm...

Page 96: ...e intercooler assembly aside tmr2017 034 004_a 1 Intercooler assembly 2 Intercooler fan connector Spark Plug Removal 1 Disconnect CAPS camshaft posi tion sensor tmr2017 019 001_a 2 Remove Ignition coil retaining screws Ground connector 3 Disconnect ignition coil connectors tmr2017 019 002_a 1 Retaining screws 2 Ground connectors 3 Ignition coil connectors 94 ______________ ...

Page 97: ...n Install the ignition coil on the spark plug Align the retaining screw hole of the ig nition coil with the threaded hole on the valve cover Push the ignition coil all the way down until it rests on the valve cover Install and tighten retaining screw TIGHTENING TORQUE Ignition coil retaining screw 9 N m 1 N m 80 lbf in 9 lbf in Reinstall all other removed parts using the reverse of removal procedu...

Page 98: ...w of first Tighten the CVT cover screws as per following sequence 219001761 113_a TIGHTENING TORQUE CVT Cover screws 7 N m 0 8 N m 62 lbf in 7 lbf in Drive Belt Drive Belt Removal NOTICE In case of a drive belt fail ure the CVT cover and air outlet must be cleaned Please refer to TIPS FOR MAXIMIZING DRIVE BELT DURABILITY for some IMPORTANT information Remove CVT COVER Open driven pulley REQUIRED T...

Page 99: ...inting towards front of the vehicle viewed from top vmr2007 051 006_a 1 Arrow printed on belt 2 Drive pulley front 3 Driven pulley rear 4 Rotation direction Turn the driven pulley until the low est portion of the cogs on the external surface of drive belt is even with the driven pulley edge 219001761 053_a 1 Lowest portion of cogs even with external surface of drive belt Drive and Driven Pulleys D...

Page 100: ... 054_a 1 Battery holder retaining screws 2 Battery 3 Battery holder Remove battery holder Remove battery Battery Cleaning Clean battery battery casing and bat tery posts using a solution of baking soda and water Remove corrosion from battery cable terminals and battery posts using a firm wire brush Battery casing should be cleaned by soft brush and baking soda solution Battery Installation Battery...

Page 101: ...DPS 40 A FUSIBLE LINKS NO DESCRIPTION RATING 1 Main 16 AWG 2 ACC 16 AWG MAIN FUSE BOX NO DESCRIPTION RATING F4 Gauge relay 10 A F5 Ignition injectors 10 A F6 Engine Control Module ECM 10 A F7 2WD 4WD 10 A F8 D E S S post 10 A F9 Cooling fan 25 A F11 Lights 10 A F12 DC Outlet 20 A F14 Accessories 2 30 A F16 Tail lights 10 A F17 Intercooler fan 20 A NOTE Fuses are identified inside fuse box cover Li...

Page 102: ...ICLE 1 Outer drive shaft boot 219001761 105_a REAR OF VEHICLE COMPONENTS REMOVED FOR CLARITY 1 Inner drive shaft boot 219001761 106_a REAR OF VEHICLE 1 Outer drive shaft boot Wheel Bearing Wheel Bearing Inspection Lift and support vehicle Refer to LIFT ING AND SUPPORTING THE VEHICLE in VEHICLE INFORMATION SECTION Push and pull the wheels from the up per edge to feel the play See an authorized Can ...

Page 103: ...tmr2011 033 002_a TYPICAL 1 Direction of rotation Tighten wheel lug nuts to the specified torque using the illustrated sequence TIGHTENING TORQUE Wheel lug nuts 120 N m 10 N m 89 lbf ft 7 lbf ft 219001761 127_a NOTICE Always use the recom mended wheel nuts for the type of wheel Using a different nut could cause damages to the rim or studs Tire Pressure WARNING Tire pressure greatly affects vehi cl...

Page 104: ...op or person of your own choosing WARNING Replace tires only with the same type and size as original tires For unidirectional tread pat tern ensure that the tires are installed in the correct direction of rotation Tires should be replaced by an experienced person in accor dance with tire industry stan dards and tools Tire Mounting on Beadlock Wheels 1 Mount the tire on wheel 1 1 On the opposite si...

Page 105: ...t if necessary 5 Tighten beadlock screws as per the second torque using the same se quence TIGHTENING TORQUE Beadlock screws SECOND TORQUE 29 N m 1 N m 21 lbf ft 1 lbf ft tmo2015 017 303_b TYPICAL TIGHTENING SEQUENCE NOTE The beadlock clamp ring should be in contact with the bead lock inner ring The beadlock clamp ring can flex slightly to match the tire bead IT IS NORMAL 6 Verify the gap between ...

Page 106: ...ceed tire s recommended maximum pressure for seating beads Suspensions Front Suspension Lubrication Use SUSPENSION GREASE P N 293 550 033 or an equivalent Lubricate upper and lower suspension arms There are 2 grease fittings on each sus pension arm 219001761 108_a TYPICAL FRONT SUSPENSION 1 Grease fittings 219001761 109_a TYPICAL FRONT SUSPENSION 1 Grease fittings Stabilizer Bar Lubrication Use SU...

Page 107: ...rms Check suspension arms trailing and control links for cracks bending or other damages Brakes Brake Fluid Reservoir Level Verification Remove the front service cover 219001761 207_a 1 Front service cover 219001761 102_a 1 MIN 2 MAX With vehicle on a level surface check brake fluid in reservoirs for proper level Brake fluid level should be be tween MIN and MAX marks NOTE A low level may indicate ...

Page 108: ...e and repairs should be performed by an authorized Can Am dealer Verify the following between visits to your authorized Can Am dealer Brake fluid level Brake system for fluid leaks Brake pad wear Brake cleanliness Seat Belts Seat Belt Cleaning To clean dirt and debris from the seat belts sponge the straps with mild soap and water Do not use bleach dye or household detergents WARNING Do not use pre...

Page 109: ...ose High pressure can cause damage to electrical or mechanical components Pay attention to certain areas where mud or debris can accumulate and po tentially cause wear interferences or promote corrosion The list includes but is not limited to Around exhaust system and be tween mufflers and muffler covers Under and around the fuel tank Radiator Shock absorbers Around front and rear differentials Ar...

Page 110: ...e than 4 months proper storage is a ne cessity When using your vehicle after storage a preparation is required See an authorized Can Am dealer re pair shop or person of your own choos ing to have your vehicle prepared for either storage or the preseason 108 ______________ ...

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Page 112: ... 15 and Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any in terference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Changes or modifications not ex pressly approved by the party respon sible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate...

Page 113: ...e livery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use or 2 The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been re moved or rendered inoperative by any person Among those Acts Presumed to Constitute Tampering Are the Acts Listed Be low 1 Removal or alteration or the puncturing of the mufflers or any engine compo nent which conducts removal of engine exhaust gases 2 Removal or ...

Page 114: ...ddd2009 001 The EC Declaration of Conformity does not appear in this version of the Operator s Guide Please refer to the printed version that was delivered with your vehicle EN ...

Page 115: ...er Oil filter BRP Rotax paper type replaceable Capacity oil change with filter 3 5 L 3 7 qt U S liq Engine oil Recommended For the summer season use XPS 4 STROKE SYNTH BLEND OIL P N 293 600 121 For all seasons use XPS 4 STROKE SYNTHETIC OIL P N 293 600 112 If not available use a 5W 40 motor oil that meets the requirements for API service classification SJ SL SM or SN Type Ethyl glycol water mix 50...

Page 116: ...TEM Magneto generator output 625 W 6000 RPM Ignition system type IDI Inductive Discharge Ignition Ignition timing Not adjustable Quantity 3 Make and type NGK 97225 Laser iridium or equivalent apply heat sink paste P12 P N 420 897 186 Spark plug Gap 0 8 mm 0 1 mm 031 in 004 in Engine RPM limiter setting 8300 RPM Type Dry battery type Voltage 12 volts Nominal rating 18 A h Battery Power starter outp...

Page 117: ...ectable 2WD 4WD Capacity 400 ml 13 5 U S oz Front differential oil Type XPS Synthetic gear oil 75W 90 API GL 5 P N 293 600 043 or synthetic oil 75W 90 API GL5 Front drive Spiral gear Visco lok auto locking front differential Front drive ratio 3 6 1 Rear drive Angle drive spiral bevel gears Rear drive ratio 3 43 1 CV joint grease CV joint grease P N 293 550 062 Propeller shaft grease Propeller shaf...

Page 118: ...eservoir and bypass dual speed compression and rebound adjustments REAR SUSPENSION Suspension type Torsional Trailing suspension arm Independant TTX with external stabilizer bar Preload adjustment type Threaded Maverick X3 Maverick X3 X ds 508 mm 20 in Suspension travel Maverick X3 X rs 609 6 mm 24 in Qty 2 Maverick X3 HPG shocks with piggyback reservoir QS3 compression and preload adjustments wit...

Page 119: ...e pad thickness 0 5 mm 02 in Front 4 mm 157 in Minimum brake disc thickness Rear 4 mm 157 in Maximum brake disc warpage 0 2 mm 01 in TIRES Maverick X3 Maximum 159 kPa 23 PSI Minimum 152 kPa 22 PSI Maverick X3 X ds Maximum 138 kPa 20 PSI Minimum 131 kPa 19 PSI Front Maverick X3 X rs Maximum 124 kPa 18 PSI Minimum 117 kPa 17 PSI Maverick X3 Maximum 207 kPa 30 PSI Minimum 152 kPa 22 PSI Maverick X3 X...

Page 120: ...ls Front 14 x 7 in Maverick X3 Maverick X3 X ds 14 x 8 in Rim size Rear Maverick X3 X rs 14 x 7 in Wheel nuts torque 120 N m 10 N m 89 lbf ft 7 lbf ft CHASSIS Cage type 47 mm 1 85 in diameter high strength steel ROPS approved cage DIMENSIONS Maverick X3 Maverick X3 X ds 131 cm 51 6 in Overall length Maverick X3 X rs 132 cm 52 in Maverick X3 Maverick X3 X ds 162 5 cm 64 in Overall width Maverick X3...

Page 121: ...averick X3 X rs 38 1 cm 15 in LOADING CAPACITY AND WEIGHT Maverick X3 666 9 kg 1 470 lb Maverick X3 X ds 675 9 kg 1 490 lb Dry weight Maverick X3 X rs 718 9 kg 1 585 lb Weight distribution front rear 45 55 Cargo rack capacity 90 kg 200 lb Total vehicle load allowed including driver passenger all other loads and added accessories 286 kg 630 lb Maverick X3 982 kg 2 165 lb Maverick X3 X ds 991 kg 2 1...

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Page 124: ...t installed on D E S S post Securely install key to D E S S post 2 Shift lever is not set on PARK or NEUTRAL Set shift lever to either in PARK or in NEUTRAL or press the brake pedal 3 Burnt fuse Check fuses 4 Weak battery or loose connections Check charging system fuse Check fault message in cluster Check battery connections and terminals condition Have the battery checked by an authorized Can Am ...

Page 125: ...on about warranty claims 2 No fuel to the engine spark plug dry when removed Check fuel tank level Check fuel pump fuse Obstructed fuel pump pre filter or fuel pump failure Seek service from an authorized Can Am dealer repair shop or person of your own choos ing for maintenance repair or replacement Please refer to the US EPA EMISSIONS RELATED WARRANTY contained herein for information about warran...

Page 126: ...ELATED WARRANTY contained herein for information about warranty claims ENGINE OVERHEATS 1 Low coolant level in cooling system Check coolant level and refill See MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Seek service from an authorized Can Am dealer repair shop or person of your own choosing for maintenance repair or replacement Please refer to the US EPA EMISSIONS RELATED WARRANTY contained herein for informa tion a...

Page 127: ...ial failure of the accelerator pedal sensors PPS Use the override switch to retrieve accelerator pedal normal operation Con tact an authorized Can Am dealer 2 Total failure of the accelerator pedal sensors PPS Use the override switch to bypass the accelerator pedal in order to move ve hicle Contact an authorized Can Am dealer ______________ 125 ...

Page 128: ...rom ECM TPS FAULT Throttle body fault generally followed by a Limp Home message BRAKE SWITCH FAULT Brake signal fault ECM NOT RECOGNIZED Message displayed when the gauge is unable to identify the ECM CHECK DPS Check engine pilot light on Indicates that the DPS Dynamic Power Steering does not work properly See an authorized Can Am dealer PPS FAULT When one or both sensor of the PPS is are faulty er...

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Page 130: ...E EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW FOR THE DIS CLAIMERS LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE AS A RESULT THEY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE Neither the distributor any BRP dealer nor any other person has been authoriz...

Page 131: ...er authorized to distribute Can Am SSV s in the country in which the sale occurred Can Am SSV dealer The BRP specified pre delivery inspection process must be completed and doc umented and signed by the purchaser The 2017 Can Am SSV must have undergone proper registration by an autho rized Can Am SSV dealer The 2017 Can Am SSV must be purchased in the country in which the purchaser resides Routine...

Page 132: ...uipment on certain 2017 Can Am SSV The GPS receiver is covered under BRP s limited warranty policy Additional warranty coverage if offered by the GPS receiver supplier that is longer than BRP s limited warranty is to be dealt by the dealer or consumer directly with the GPS receiver supplier 9 TRANSFER If the ownership of a product is transferred during the warranty coverage period this limited war...

Page 133: ...related parts to the authorized Can Am dealers unless for emergency re pairs as required by item 2 of the following list As a certifying manufacturer BRP will not deny emission related warranty claims based on any of the following 1 Maintenance or other service BRP or BRP s authorized facilities performed 2 Engine equipment repair work that an operator performed to correct an unsafe emergency cond...

Page 134: ...n valves Sensors Electronic control units 3 The following parts are considered emission related components for evapora tive emissions Fuel tank Fuel cap Fuel line Fuel line fittings Clamps Pressure relief valves Control valves Control solenoids Electronic controls Vacuum control diaphragms Control cables Control linkages Purge valves Vapor hoses Liquid vapor separator Carbon canister Canister moun...

Page 135: ...rer has no responsibility or by acts of God For example an emission related warranty claim need not be honored for failures that have been directly caused by the operator s abuse of the engine equipment or the operator s use of the engine equipment in a manner for which it was not designed and are not attributable to the manufacturer in any way In the USA products are distributed and serviced by B...

Page 136: ...F ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EX PRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT AL LOW FOR T...

Page 137: ...ts or the performance of service under this war ranty does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original expiration date FOR PRODUCTS SOLD IN AUSTRALIA ONLY Nothing in these Warranty terms and conditions should be taken to exclude restrict or modify the application of any condition warranty guarantee right or remedy conferred or implied under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 Cth in...

Page 138: ...WHAT BRP WILL DO To the extent permitted by law BRP s obligations under this warranty are limited to at its sole discretion repairing parts found defective under normal use mainte nance and service or replacing such parts with new genuine Can Am SSV parts without charge for parts and labour at any authorized Can Am SSV Distributor Dealer during the warranty coverage period under the conditions des...

Page 139: ...wner If the matter still remains unresolved contact BRP by filling out the customer con tact form at www brp com or contact BRP by mail at one of the addresses listed under the CONTACT US section of this guide For the territory covered by this limited warranty products are distributed and serviced by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc or its affiliates 2016 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc A...

Page 140: ...IMITATIONS OF LIABILITY TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY GIVEN AND ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EX PRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY INCIDENTAL A...

Page 141: ...rom 1 the date of delivery to the first retail con sumer or 2 the date the product is first put into use whichever occurs first and for a period of TWENTY FOUR 24 CONSECUTIVE MONTHS for private use SIX 6 CONSECUTIVE MONTHS for commercial use or rental use The product is used commercially when it is used in connection with any work or employment that generates income during any part of the warranty...

Page 142: ...the extent permitted by law BRP s obligations under this warranty are limited to at its sole discretion repairing parts found defective under normal use mainte nance and service or replacing such parts with new genuine Can Am SSV parts without charge for parts and labor at any authorized Can Am SSV Distributor Dealer during the warranty coverage period under the conditions described herein BRP s r...

Page 143: ...nager or owner If the matter still remains unresolved contact BRP by filling out the customer con tact form at www brp com or contact BRP by mail at one of the addresses listed under the CONTACT US section of this guide In the EEA products are distributed and serviced by BRP European Distribution S A and other affiliates or subsidiaries of BRP 2016 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc All rights r...

Page 144: ...mple or model Have the qualities that a buyer may legitimately expect considering the public declarations of the seller the manufacturer of its representative including in advertising or labeling or 2 Have the characteristics mutually agreed upon as between the parties or be fit for the specific use intended by the buyer and brought to the attention of the seller and which accepted The action for ...

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Page 146: ...omer list to distribute marketing and promotional information about BRP and related products To exercise your right to consult or correct your data or to be removed from the ad dressee list for direct marketing please contact BRP BY E MAIL privacyofficer brp com BY MAIL BRP Senior Legal Counsel Privacy Officer 726 St Joseph Valcourt Quebec Canada J0E 2L0 144 ______________ ...

Page 147: ...te de la côte d Azur Le Canet 13590 Meyreuil France Ingvald Ystgaardsvei 15 N 7484 Trondeim Norway Isoaavantie 7 PL 8040 96101 Rovaniemi Formvägen 16 S 906 21 Umeå Sweden Avenue d Ouchy 4 6 1006 Lausanne Switzerland Oceania 6 Lord Street Lakes Business Park Botany NSW 2019 Australia South America Rua James Clerck Maxwell 230 TechnoPark Campinas SP 13069 380 Brazil Asia 15 F Parale Mitsui Building ...

Page 148: ...In case of change of ownership please join a proof that the former owner agreed to the transfer Notifying BRP even after the expiration of the limited warranty is very important as it enables BRP to reach the vehicle owner if necessary like when safety recalls are initiated It is the owner s responsibility to notify BRP STOLEN UNITS If your personal vehicle is stolen you should notify BRP or an au...

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Page 155: ... seat foot flat on the floor or on footrest and hands on steering wheel or handholds Stay completely inside the vehicle Drive responsibly Avoid loss of control and rollovers Avoid abrupt maneuvers sideways sliding skidding or fishtailing and never do donuts Avoid hard acceleration when turning even from a stop Slow down before entering a turn Plan for hills rough terrain ruts and other changes in ...

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