Can-Am SPYDER RS, Operator'S Manual

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CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS
1) Ignition Switch
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IGNITION SWITCH
1. OFF
2. ON
3. Front storage compartment opening
4. Seat opening/fuel tank access
5. Steering lock position
The ignition switch is located in the
center of the handlebar. It controls:
– Engine ignition
– Seat opening mechanism to access:
• Fuel tank cap
• Fuses
• Brake fluid reservoirs
• Battery terminals.
– Front storage compartment open-
ing mechanism
– Steering-lock mechanism.
NOTICE
If the key does not turn
easily, do not force it. Pull it out and
reinsert.
WARNING
If you turn the ignition switch to
OFF, it shuts off the engine and all
the electrical systems including
the VSS , EBD and DPS . If you do
this while the vehicle is moving,
you could lose control and crash.
NOTE: You should receive two keys
with your vehicle. Each key con-
tains a computer chip specifically pre-
programmed to allow starting the en-
gine. Store the spare key in a safe
place because you
must have your
spare key to have another one made by
an authorized Can-Am roadster dealer.
2) Engine Start Button
The engine start button is near the right
handgrip. When depressed and held, it
starts the engine.
Refer to
STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE
for detailed instructions.
3) Engine Stop Switch
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 allows you
to stop the engine anytime without re-
moving your hand from the handlebar.
Refer to
STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE
for detailed instructions.
4) Hazard Warning Switch
The hazard warning switch is near
the right handgrip. Push the button
to the left to turn on the hazard warn-
ing lights.
5) Headlights Switch
The switch is near the left handgrip,
and is used to select high or low beam
for the headlight. The headlights au-
tomatically turn on when the engine
reaches 800 RPM.
To select high beams, push the switch
to the front position. To select low
beams, push the switch to the down
position.
To flash the high beams, push the
switch down, then release it. The
high beams will stay on as long as the
switch is held.
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