Can-Am Spyder RS Series Predelivery Bulletin Download

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MODEL LISTING

UPDATE SUMMARY

This summary highlights updates to the Predelivery Inspection for MY2012. It does not supersede pro-
cedures detailed further in this publication.

IMPORTANT:

Technicians should read and apply all procedures in this PDI bulletin as applicable to model.

APPLICABLE TO

UPDATE DESCRIPTION

REFERENCE

New front fenders crating method

SUB-CRATE REMOVAL

Mudguards installation procedure removed
from PDI (mudguards already installed on front
fenders)

N/A

New rear fenders installation procedure

REAR FENDER

RS Models

New brakes cleaning section

BRAKE DISCS CLEANING

MODEL LISTING

YEAR

MODEL

NUMBER

COUNTRY

PREDELIVERY KIT

SERIAL

NUMBER

A1CA

Canada

United States of America

Spyder RS SM5

A1CB

Europe

A2CA / A2CE

Canada

United States of America

Spyder RS SE5

A2CB / A2CF

Europe

B6CA / B6CC

/ B6CE

Canada

United States of America

Spyder RS-S SM5

B6CD

Europe

B1CA / B1CC

/ B1CE

Canada

United States of America

2012

Spyder RS-S SE5

B1CB / B1CD

/ B1CF

Europe

(P/N 703 100 346)

All

PREDELIVERY

2012-1

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Summary of Contents for Spyder RS Series

Page 1: ...ag and Safety Labels 13 Licence Plate Installation 13 Accessories Installation 14 Vehicle Decals 14 FLUIDS 14 General Guidelines 14 Fuel 14 Clutch Fluid SM5 Model 15 Engine Coolant 15 Brake Fluid 15 Engine Oil 16 BODY PARTS INSTALLATION 18 Front Panels 18 Upper Side Panels 19 LH Rear Panel 19 Service Cover 19 SETUP 19 Guidelines 19 Brake Discs Cleaning 19 Tires Pressure 19 Drive Belt 19 Clutch Lev...

Page 2: ...n this document BRP reserves the right at any time to discontinue or change specifications designs features models or equipment without incurring obligation The illustrations in this document show the typical construction of the different assemblies and may not reproduce the full detail or exact shape of the parts However they represent parts that have the same or similar function The content of t...

Page 3: ...ure removed from PDI mudguards already installed on front fenders N A New rear fenders installation procedure REAR FENDER RS Models New brakes cleaning section BRAKE DISCS CLEANING MODEL LISTING YEAR MODEL MODEL NUMBER COUNTRY PREDELIVERY KIT SERIAL NUMBER A1CA Canada United States of America Spyder RS SM5 A1CB Europe A2CA A2CE Canada United States of America Spyder RS SE5 A2CB A2CF Europe B6CA B6...

Page 4: ...lifting it to avoid to damage vehicle NOTE Screws that are used are Robertson 2 type or equivalent that require the use of an ap propriate screwdriver Sub crates Removal NOTICE Be careful not to scratch the cover bumper and the front fascia NOTE The sub crates are located on each side of the vehicle 1 Remove protective foam from vehicle 2 On LH side remove all screws holding front storage compartm...

Page 5: ...M6 X 20 hexagonal flange screw AAPTS sensor 1 M6 caged nut AAPTS sensor 1 Foam AAPTS sensor 1 Locking tie rear fender 3 M6 X 20 Torx screw rear fender 4 DESCRIPTION LOCATION QTY Plastic washer rear fender 4 M6 elastic flange nut rear fender 4 Battery installation kit 2 bolts and 2 nuts 1 Vehicle Removal WARNING SE5 models are automatically set in neutral position when engine is stopped Always ap p...

Page 6: ...NOTE Refer to the latest edition of CAN AM ROADSTER BATTERIES SERVICE BULLETIN for proper activating charging and maintenance pro cedures 1 Open seat 2 Remove LH and RH upper side panels 2 1 Cut locking tie retaining front screw and panel nut rbl2011 002 003_a 1 Locking tie 2 Front panel screw 3 Panel nut 2 2 Remove rear panel screws rbl2011 002 004_a 1 Rear panel screws 2 3 Install the previously...

Page 7: ...tall charged battery on vehicle NOTICE Always charge battery before its in stallation on the vehicle 8 Install battery screws on battery posts as per the following illustration rbl2009 001 002_a 1 Positive post screw toward the side of vehicle 2 Negative post screw toward the top of vehicle 9 Secure battery in place with rubber strap NOTICE Make sure not to squeeze battery ca bles between vehicle ...

Page 8: ...ng bolt 2 Upper retaining bolts 4 Cut locking ties securing horn and AAPTS har ness to frame 5 Free the front storage compartment cover ca ble rbl2011 002 006_a 1 Horn harness 2 AAPTS Ambient Air Pressure and Temperature Sensor harness 3 Front storage compartment cover cable 4 DLC Diagnostic link cable connector CE Models Countries with Left Hand Traffic 6 Before installing storage compartment rep...

Page 9: ...stallation 1 Add foam provided in the PDI kit to protect the tip of the AAPTS 2 Secure it using M6 X 20 hexagonal flange screw and M6 caged nut included in the PDI kit rbl2008 003 211_a AAPTS SENSOR INSTALLATION 1 M6 X 20 hexagonal flange screw 2 M6 caged nut 3 Foam 3 Route cable through retaining guide clips rbl2011 002 007_a 1 Cable retaining clips Horn Connection 1 Connect horn connectors 2 Rou...

Page 10: ...djust cable if necessary NOTICE If the key does not turn easily do not force it Pull it out and reinsert Diagnostic Link Cable DLC 1 Insert diagnostic link cable DLC into its hous ing on the front section of vehicle rbl2008 003 209 DLC CABLE INSERTION Front Fenders 1 Remove front fenders from sub crate 2 Cut locking tie that hold harness bracket on fender rbl2011 002 010_a 1 Locking tie 3 Position...

Page 11: ...35 hexagonal flange screws and sleeves to complete the fender support installation FENDER SUPPORT RETAINING SCREW 24 N m 18 lbf ft 8 Carry out the same procedure for the other side Rear Fender 1 Remove rear fender packaging 2 Connect brake light connector 3 Secure brake light harness inside RH rear fender support using 3 locking ties from PDI kit NOTE Retainers have been installed at factory to ho...

Page 12: ...harness if brake light harness makes contact with rear tire Low Beam Light CE Models Countries with Left Hand Traffic The low beam headlights must be changed for left hand traffic countries to ensure proper low beam aiming 1 Note the position of the adjustment screws on the installed headlight rbl2009 001 006_a 1 Adjustment screws 2 Remove retaining screws from headlight rbl2008 003 215_c 1 Retain...

Page 13: ...y Labels This vehicle comes with a hang tag and labels containing important safety information The labels are considered permanent parts of the vehicle and should not be removed Hang tag is to be removed by the owner only Any person who rides this vehicle should read and understand all the information given on hang tag and safety labels before riding Safety labels of several language can be chosen...

Page 14: ... been filled at factory it is only necessary to validate them However if refill is needed refer to the appropri ate ROADSTER SHOP MANUAL for the proper procedure Fuel 1 Add fuel in the fuel reservoir rmo2008 001 016 FUEL RESERVOIR Recommended Fuel Use unleaded gasoline or oxygenated fuel con taining no more than 10 ethanol or methanol or both The gasoline used must have the following minimum octan...

Page 15: ...olant Level Verification 1 Park vehicle on a firm level surface 2 Check coolant level on the right hand side 3 Ensure that coolant is visible without exceeding the MAX level mark rmo2008 001 039_a 1 Coolant MAX level mark 2 Coolant must be visible 4 If required add recommended coolant until it is visible in the reservoir without exceeding the MAX level mark Use a funnel to avoid spillage Do not ov...

Page 16: ...ed Engine Oil NOTE For SM5 models the same oil lubricates the engine the gearbox and the clutch NOTE For SE5 models the same oil lubricates the engine the gearbox the clutch and the HCM hy draulic control module Use XPS 4 STROKE BLEND OIL SUMMER GRADE P N 293 600 121 If not available use a 5W40 semi synthetic mini mum or synthetic motorcycle oil meeting the re quirements for API service SL SJ SH o...

Page 17: ...ready at normal operating temperature start engine and let it run for at least 30 seconds NOTE Running engine for at least 30 seconds al lows the suction oil pump to drain the oil from the engine crankcase back into the oil tank Not carry ing out this step could result in overfilling the en gine oil 2 Stop engine 3 Unscrew and remove oil dipstick rmo2008 001 017_a 1 Oil dipstick 4 Wipe off the dip...

Page 18: ...quired while turning clip to its maxi mum rotation Clip is not properly fixed when it is loose while turning BODY PARTS INSTALLATION NOTICE Do not overtighten screws Any de formation on the panel around the screw is an indication that it is too tight Be careful not to damage the panels Front Panels 1 Install M6 panel nuts on front panels included in the PDI kit 2 Install front panels on vehicle rb...

Page 19: ...EANER P N 219 701 705 and a clean rag 5 Reinstall front wheels on vehicle 6 Ensure that the rotation direction shown by the arrow is respected WARNING The tires are only designed to rotate in one di rection Do not switch the left and right front wheels 7 Tighten wheels lug nuts by hand 8 Lower vehicle 9 Torque wheels lug nuts WHEEL LUG NUT TIGHTENING TORQUE 105 N m 77 lbf ft 10 Release parking bra...

Page 20: ...he device 6 Turn rear wheel to align a wheel spoke with the swing arm rmr2008 031 003 TYPICAL SWING ARM ALIGNS WITH A SPOKE 7 Position the sensor behind the LH passenger footrest and hold the sonic tension meter sen sor approximately 1 cm 1 2 in from belt or closer without touching the belt rbs2010 006 002 SPYDER GS RS 8 Tap the belt to make the belt vibrate and note the measurement 9 Repeat step ...

Page 21: ...h lever rmo2008 001 020_a CLUTCH LEVER ADJUSTMENT 1 Clutch lever 2 Adjuster dial Suspension WARNING Left and right adjusting cams must always be set at the same position Never adjust one adjusting cam only Uneven adjustment cam cause poor handling and loss of stability Front Suspension Spyder RS 1 Adjust the spring preload as per the owner s preference 1 1 Place the vehicle on a level surface 1 2 ...

Page 22: ... SPYDER RS S 1 Spring preload adjustment ring 2 Lock ring 3 Tighten lock ring against the preload ring TIGHTENING TORQUE Lock ring 10 N m 89 lbf in Rear Suspension 1 Adjust the spring preload as per the owner s preference 2 Refer to the following table for proper adjust ment RECOMMENDED SPRING PRELOAD LOAD CAM POSITION 68 kg 150 lb rider 1 91 kg 200 lb rider 3 With passenger rider 7 rmr2008 030 00...

Page 23: ... screws to adjust beam height Adjust both headlights evenly rmr2008 027 102_a ADJUSTMENT SCREWS European Models Position the vehicle in front of a test surface as shown Have a person of at least 91 kg 200 lb taking place on the driver s seat rmr2011 030 002_a A 91 kg 200 lb 90 rmo2008 027 103_a Trace 4 lines parallel to the ground on the test sur face as follows LINES ON THE TEST SURFACE Line A 82...

Page 24: ...ountry application low beam headlights must have been replaced as described in this predelivery bulletin High Beam Turn adjustment screws to adjust beam height Adjust both headlights evenly rmr2008 027 102_a ADJUSTMENT SCREWS Low Beam Insert a long Phillips screwdriver into air duct to reach the adjustment screws rmr2008 027 106_a 1 Air duct 2 Screwdriver Turn adjustment screws to adjust beam heig...

Page 25: ...ol and proper ECU number Refer to the following table MODEL PROTOCOL ECU NUMBER SM5 KW2000 500K 4 SE5 KW2000 500K 5 4 Press READ DATA button from the tool bar to initiate communication with the vehicle vmr2006 012 100_aen Entering Customer s Name NOTE When starting the vehicle the multifunc tion display will show the name of the customer for example HI JOHN SMITH If the cus tomer s name is not pro...

Page 26: ... chosen by customer according to availability NOTE The default language displayed in the multi function gauge is English To change the language displayed in the multifunction gauge proceed as follows 1 Select SETTING tab at the top of the page 2 Select CLUSTER tab at the bottom of the page 3 Select desired language in the LANGUAGE field rbl2008 003 500_a TYPICAL 1 Read data button 2 Vehicle tab 3 ...

Page 27: ...LY INSPECTION Inspect the following parts to make sure that the vehicle is properly assembled NOTE Ensure that all protective materials are re moved from vehicle 1 Front compartment cover and seat locks 2 Passenger grab handles 3 Front wheel lug nut torque must be 105 N m 77 lbf ft 4 Suspension arm ball joint cotter pins 5 Tie rod end nuts and cotter pins 6 Rear axle nut and cotter pin 7 Gearshift...

Page 28: ...operation SM5 Model The clutch lever is in front of the left hand grip The clutch controls the transmission of power from the engine to the rear wheel The lever is squeezed to disengage power and released to engage power 13 Engine stop switch operation The engine stop switch is near the right handgrip It has two positions and must be set to the run position before you can start the engine It allow...

Page 29: ... Dry the vehicle with a chamois or a soft towel NOTE While washing the vehicle check for grease or oil If necessary use a mild automotive degreaser and follow the manufacturer s instruc tions Delivery to Customer Complete the PREDELIVERY CHECK LIST The customer and dealer must read and sign the PREDELIVERY CHECK LIST PREDELIVERY 2012 1 29 37 ...

Page 30: ... SUMMER GRADE P N 293 600 121 or a 5W 40 semi synthetic minimum or synthetic motorcycle oil meeting the requirements for API service SL SJ SH or SG classification Type Wet multi plate manual operation through a hydraulic piston vacuum assist SM5 model Fluid DOT 4 brake fluid Type Centrifugal clutch wet multi plate clutch automatically controlled by TCM Engage ment 2000 200 RPM centrifugal Clutch S...

Page 31: ...es Refer to FUSES in ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES FAILURE in the appropriate OPERATOR S GUIDE FUEL SYSTEM Fuel delivery Type Multi point Electronic Fuel Injection EFI with dual 57 mm throttle body Fuel pump Type Electrical module in fuel tank Idle speed 1400 100 RPM not adjustable Type Regular unleaded gasoline Inside North America 87 R M 2 or higher Fuel Octane no Outside North America 92 RON or higher...

Page 32: ...pad thickness 1 mm 04 in Minimum brake disc thickness 5 33 mm 21 in Maximum brake disc warpage 0 12 mm 005 in TIRES Front MC 165 65R14 47H special motorcycle type Type use only tires recommended by BRP Rear MC 225 50R15 68H special motorcycle type OR MC 225 50R15 76H special motorcycle type Nominal 103 kPa 15 PSI Min 89 kPa 13 PSI Max 117 kPa 17 PSI Front NOTE The pressure difference between the l...

Page 33: ... Front wheel track 1 308 mm 51 5 in Ground clearance front and under engine 115 mm 4 5 in WEIGHT AND LOADING CAPACITY Dry weight 317 kg 699 lb Capacity 44 L 11 6 U S gal Front storage compartment Maximum load 16 kg 35 lb Total vehicle load allowed including operator all other loads and added accessories 200 kg 440 lb Gross vehicle weight rating GVWR 540 kg 1 188 lb PREDELIVERY 2012 1 33 37 ...

Page 34: ...R GRADE P N 293 600 121 or a 5W 40 semi synthetic minimum or synthetic motorcycle oil meeting the requirements for API service SL SJ SH or SG classification Type Wet multi plate manual operation through a hydraulic piston vacuum assist SM5 model Fluid DOT 4 Type Centrifugal clutch wet multi plate clutch automatically controlled by TCM Engagement 2000 200 RPM centrifugal Clutch SE5 model Stall 3200...

Page 35: ...X 5 W License plate light 10 W Fuses Refer to FUSES in ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES FAILURE in the appropriate OPERATOR S GUIDE FUEL SYSTEM Fuel delivery Type Multi point Electronic Fuel Injection EFI with dual 57 mm throttle body Fuel pump Type Electrical module in fuel tank Idle speed 1400 100 RPM not adjustable Type Regular unleaded gasoline Fuel Octane no 92 RON or higher Fuel tank capacity 25 L 6 6...

Page 36: ...imum brake pad thickness 1 mm 04 in Minimum brake disc thickness 5 33 mm 21 in Maximum brake disc warpage 0 12 mm 005 in TIRES Front MC 165 65R14 47H special motorcycle type Type use only tires recommended by BRP Rear MC 225 50R15 68H special motorcycle type OR MC 225 50R15 76H special motorcycle type Nominal 103 kPa 15 PSI Min 89 kPa 13 PSI Max 117 kPa 17 PSI Front NOTE The pressure difference be...

Page 37: ...4 L 11 6 U S gal Front storage compartment Maximum load 16 kg 35 lb Total vehicle load allowed including operator all other loads and added accessories 200 kg 440 lb Gross vehicle weight rating GVWR 540 kg 1 188 lb Because of our ongoing commitment to product quality and innovation BRP reserves the right at any time to make changes in design and specifications and or to make additions to or improv...

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