Can-Am SPYDER RS, Operator'S Manual, Page: 103 / 147

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
NOTICE
Always connect the POS-
ITIVE (+) cable first to avoid damag-
ing the electrical system of the vehi-
cle.
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1. NEGATIVE (-) terminal
2. POSITIVE (+) terminal
4. Start the battery charger. Charging
time will depend on the charging
rate.
When the battery is charged:
5. First disconnect the NEGATIVE (-)
cable.
6. Disconnect the POSITIVE (+) cable.
NOTICE
Always disconnect the
NEGATIVE (-) cable first to avoid
damaging the electrical system of
the vehicle.
7. Close the seat and ensure that it is
latched.
A standard battery charger can be
used. The recommended charge rate
is 2 A. If the battery is dead, it can be
jump started with a car battery (see
DEAD BATTERY
).
For home charging, a “trickle” charger
can be used to slow charge the bat-
tery. This type of charger can be left
connected for a long period of time
without damaging the battery. Always
follow the charging time as recom-
mended in the charger's instructions.
Clutch Fluid (SM5 Model)
Check the clutch fluid level when the
clutch does not operate normally or
when it is difficult to shift gears with
the gearshift lever.
The clutch fluid reservoir is near the re-
verse interlock lever on the left handle-
bar.
Check the clutch fluid level as follows:
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level sur-
face.
2. Look inside the window on top of
the reservoir to see whether the
fluid is visible. If necessary, use a
flashlight or shake the handlebar.
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1. Clutch fluid reservoir window
3. If the fluid is not visible, add fluid to
the reservoir. Use only DOT 4 brake
fluid.
Add clutch fluid as follows:
4. Open the cap of the reservoir by un-
screwing the 2 screws on top of the
reservoir.
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1. Screw on top of the reservoir
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