Can-Am SPYDER RS, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
5. Add fluid as required. Do not over-
fill.
WARNING
Avoid getting brake fluid on skin
or in eyes — it may cause severe
burns. In case of contact with the
skin, wash thoroughly. In case of
contact with the eyes, immediately
rinse with plenty of water for at
least 10 minutes and then consult
a doctor immediately.
6. Immediately wipe up spills if neces-
sary.
7. Reinstall the cap of the reservoir.
Headlights Aiming
1. Position the vehicle 10 m (33 ft)
in front of a test surface (wall or
screen).
B
90°
A
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A. 10 m (33 ft)
B. 91 kg (200 lb)
90°
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2. On the test surface, trace a mark at
700 mm (27-1/2 in) above ground
then another at 610 mm (24 in).
3. Have someone weighing at least
91 kg (200 lb) sit on the operator's
position.
4. Select low intensity.
5. Beam aiming is correct when the
focus point (brightest spot) of the
headlight reflection is between the
marks.
2
3
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TYPICAL HEADLIGHT REFLECTION ON
SURFACE TEST
1. Focus point
2. Mark at 700 mm (27-1/2 in) above ground
3. Mark at 610 mm (24 in) above ground
6. Each headlight can be adjusted by
turning the adjustment screws lo-
cated in the front of the lower con-
sole with a Phillips screwdriver. Ad-
just both headlights evenly.
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ADJUSTMENT SCREWS
Vehicle Care
Cleaning
To clean the vehicle, do not use
high-pressure washers (like the ones
found in car washes) as they may dam-
age certain parts of the vehicle.
NOTICE
Do not clean the wind-
shield with alkaline or acid cleaner,
gasoline or solvent to avoid wind-
shield damage.
To clean the vehicle:
1. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with
water to remove loose dirt.
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