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SETUP

rmr2008-030-009

TYPICAL - LIFT BY THE FRAME

4. To check the drive belt tension use the

BELT

TENSION METER (P/N 529 036 115)

529036115

5. Enter the following specifications to program

the meter.

MASS

WIDTH

SPAN

8.0 g/m

28.0 mm/R

980 mm

rmr2014-032-001_a

SONIC TENSION METER DISPLAY

NOTE:

Refer to the manufacturer's instructions to

set the informations into the 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 under 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.

rbs2010-006-001

SPYDER RT

8. Tap the belt to make the belt vibrate and note

the measurement.

9. Repeat step 8.

NOTE:

The second value should be within ±25N.

If no, repeat measurements until tolerance is met.

10. Repeat steps 6 to 9 for the 2 remaining wheel

spokes.

The average of the 3 obtained values (at the 3
spokes) must be within the following range:

DRIVE BELT TENSION

(PARTS AT ROOM TEMPERATURE AND

REAR WHEEL LIFTED)

1050N ± 150N

If the tension of drive belt is out of specification,
adjust drive belt as per

DRIVE BELT TENSION AD-

JUSTMENT

. Refer to

DRIVE SYSTEM

subsection

in the proper

CAN-AM ROADSTER SHOP MAN-

UAL

PREDELIVERY

2014-1

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Summary of Contents for Spyder RT Limited SE6

Page 1: ...r Turn Signal Lights Installation Japan Models Only 29 Antenna 33 Hang Tag and Safety Labels 34 Licence Plate 34 Accessories Installation 35 Vehicle Decals 35 Key Barrel Trailer RT 622 36 FLUIDS 36 General Guidelines 36 Fuel 36 Engine Oil 36 Clutch Fluid SM6 Model 37 Engine Coolant 38 Brake Fluid 39 SETUP 40 Guidelines 40 Tire Pressure 40 Drive Belt 40 Clutch Lever 42 Suspension 42 Lights 43 Stora...

Page 2: ...in 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 ...

Page 3: ...ctor removal added PARTS TO BE INSTALLED NEW Engine air inlet duct connection added PARTS TO BE INSTALLED Body parts installation sequence additions and modifications Also divided into smaller topics PARTS TO BE INSTALLED Front fenders installation additions PARTS TO BE INSTALLED Rear turn signal lights installation Japan models PARTS TO BE INSTALLED New shift sequence decal SM6 and SE6 Japan mode...

Page 4: ...da USA Spyder RT SE6 B2ED Europe B9EH Australia B9EJ Brazil B9EB B9EE B9EL B9ER B9EV Canada USA B9ED B9EG B9EN B9ET Europe Spyder RT Limited SE6 B9EK B9EU Japan P N 703 100 433 Spyder RT S SM6 B5EB B5ED B5EF B5EH Canada USA A4EG A4EN Australia A4EP Brazil A4EB A4ED A4EH A4EK Canada USA A4EF A4M Europe 2014 Spyder RT S SE6 A4ER Japan P N 703 100 434 All 4 52 2014 1 PREDELIVERY ...

Page 5: ... 004_a Step 1 Locate front of vehicle 5 At front end of vehicle pull crate cover out to ward you then up to clear vehicle fascia NOTICE Do not lift crate cover vertically Pull crate cover out and up at front end of vehicle Refer to illustration rbl2010 002 004_a FRONT OF VEHICLE 1 Pull crate cover out and up to clear front fascia of the vehicle NOTICE The crate cover must be pulled out ward while ...

Page 6: ...Remove protective foam sheet from vehicle rbl2010 002 005 3 Remove windshield from front wheels rbl2014 004 029_a 1 Windshield to remove 2 Cut tapes here 4 Remove front wheels from crate base rbl2014 004 030_a TYPICAL 1 Front wheels 2 Cut transport strap here 5 Remove shipping covers from fenders rbl2014 004 031_a 1 Fender covers to remove 6 52 2014 1 PREDELIVERY ...

Page 7: ...DVD 1 Predelivery kit 1 Wheel caps All 2 Front cargo liner RT S RT Limited 1 Travel bag RT Limited 1 REAR CARGO COMPARTMENT DESCRIPTION MODEL QTY Service covers All 2 Windshield trim All 2 iPOD cable RT S RT Limited 1 Audio auxiliary cable RT S RT Limited 1 Antenna grommet RT S RT Limited 1 Rear turn signal lights kit Japan models All 1 GLOVE BOX DESCRIPTION MODEL QTY Spare key All 1 Trailer key b...

Page 8: ...orx screw Windshield 2 M5 retaining nut Windshield 2 Windshield spacer Windshield 2 Hose clamp Air inlet duct 1 Lifting the Front of Vehicle WARNING No one should be standing in front or at the back of the vehicle while straps are being cut 1 Remove metal plate retaining front of vehicle to crate base NOTE If you are planning to use a hoist to lift ve hicle from crate base for tire installation on...

Page 9: ...od on top to increase contact surface of jack pad rbl2013 003 004_a TYPICAL FRONT OF VEHICLE 1 Jack 2 Wood piece 3 Wood piece removed earlier CAUTION Approach with care when vehi cle is on the jack as it may be unstable 3 Lift the vehicle rbl2010 002 016 TYPICAL NOTICE Never lift vehicle by the suspension arm Alternate Method 1 Install proper straps with hooks on RH and LH lateral supports of vehi...

Page 10: ...to vehi cle rbl2013 003 006_a TYPICAL 1 Nut to remove both sides 3 Install front wheels on vehicle NOTE Ensure that the rotation direction shown by the arrow on the tire is respected WARNING The tires are only designed to rotate in one di rection Do not switch the left and right front wheels 4 Hand tighten wheel lug nuts snug from PDI kit 5 Lower vehicle on crate base 6 Remove floor jack or hoist ...

Page 11: ...ue to the small volume of the ACS air spring chamber The anchoring hole of the shock absorber must NEVER exceed the lower bracket holes when adding air in the ACS spring To avoid damaging the ACS system DO NOT exceed 551 kPa 80 PSI in the ACS spring rbl2014 004 006_a 1 Inflate ACS just sufficiently to remove foam block rbl2014 004 036_a 1 Foam block to remove 3 Obtain the following hardware from t...

Page 12: ...m 35 lbf ft rbl2010 002 022_a 1 Shock absorber screw 2 Lower bracket 8 Install cap on ACS suspension manual inflation valve rmo2010 001 056_a 1 Cap to install RT S and RT Limited Models 9 Install the link of the ACS position sensor on the swing arm 9 1 Position the ACS position sensor lever rearward 9 2 Place the link on the outside of swing arm bracket 9 3 Secure the link using M6 x 20 hexagonal ...

Page 13: ...e back of the crate and insert it under the rear wheel rbl2013 003 009_a TYPICAL 1 Wood piece back of the crate rbl2013 003 010_a TYPICAL 1 Wood piece removed earlier 12 Remove the piece of wood from behind the rear wheel rbl2013 003 011_a TYPICAL 1 Wood piece behind rear wheel 13 Carefully remove pieces of wood positioned earlier behind the front wheels 14 With the help of your assistant move veh...

Page 14: ...lts holding the bottom and the top sec tions of sub crate rbl2014 004 007_a TYPICAL 1 Lower retaining bolt 2 Upper retaining bolts NOTE Be careful not to lose the caged nuts lo cated in the bottom fixation holes of the front cargo module 3 Open front storage compartment cover 4 Ensure the following cables and connectors are accessible prior to installing front cargo module cut locking ties if requ...

Page 15: ...ice cover NOTE Removal of fuse box service covers is required only to aid in the alignment of the front cargo module when installing it onto the front frame of the vehicle 7 Remove mirrors as follows 7 1 Using your hand hit with a sharp blow the outer extremity of the mirror toward the rear of the vehicle to unlock it NOTICE Do not use excessive force or a mallet of any kind to prevent damage to m...

Page 16: ...etaining screws 11 Unlock and lift seat to full open position 12 Remove front and upper retaining screws from top side panels rbl2014 004 038_a TYPICAL 1 Top side panel both sides 2 Front retaining screw 3 Upper retaining screws 13 Remove rear retaining screw from top side panels rbl2014 004 039_a TYPICAL 1 Top side panel both sides 2 Rear retaining screw 14 Remove front retaining screw from top s...

Page 17: ...38 024_a TYPICAL 1 Lower retaining screw 18 Remove front fascia from vehicle rbl2014 004 011_a 19 Turn up and store all wiring and connectors in front of vehicle to prevent them from be ing caught between the frame and front cargo module rbl2014 004 014_b 20 Remove 3 plastic rivets from LH air duct trim panel low beam headlight trim panel on CE models rbl2014 004 042_a 1 Plastic rivets to remove 3...

Page 18: ... will occur during engine operation Care must be taken not to damage radiators once protectors are removed 24 Insert hose clamp from PDI kit onto air inlet duct in cargo module as per following illustra tion rbl2014 004 018_a 1 Front cargo module 2 Air inlet duct 3 Clamp orientation screw facing out towards wheel NOTE Spray a solution of water and mild soap in side the inlet duct mating surface to...

Page 19: ...b location 2 Adjuster cable routing 3 Side frame member All Models 28 Ensure air inlet duct in front cargo module is properly connected to the primary air intake silencer LH side NOTICE Inlet duct must mate completely around the outer diameter of the duct recepta cle on the primary air intake silencer NOTE In following illustration some panels were removed for clarity rbl2014 004 016_a LH SIDE VIE...

Page 20: ...l flange screws from PDI kit 32 Install 2 gold colored M6 hexagonal flange screws to secure bottom of storage compart ment Do not tighten yet rmr2010 038 026_a 1 Gold M6 screws 33 Install 4 black M6 hexagonal forming screws to secure top of storage compartment rmr2010 038 025_a 1 Black M6 screws 34 Torque upper and lower M6 hexagonal screws as specified SPECIFIED TORQUE M6 X 20 hexagonal forming s...

Page 21: ...V power outlet Storage compartment light as applicable 37 Install the PTS connector retaining clip on the front frame rbl2014 004 046_a PTS HARNESS CONNECTOR SECURED TO FRAME 1 PTS harness connector 2 Retaining clip 3 Hole in upper front frame 38 Install the wiring harness retaining clip for the storage compartment light on the front frame rbl2014 004 047_a STORAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT WIRING HARNESS...

Page 22: ...e LH air duct low beam headlight trim panel CE models rbl2014 004 042_a LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT TRIM PANEL ILLUSTRATED CE MODEL 1 Plastic rivets to remove 3 42 Install M6 x 20 Torx screws and plastic wash ers to secure trim panels of the LH and RH air ducts low beam headlight trim panels CE models rbl2014 004 022_a LEFT SIDE SHOWN RIGHT SIDE SIMILAR 1 Trim panel 2 M6 x 20 Torx screw and washer SPECIFIE...

Page 23: ...003 012_b TYPICAL 1 Battery 2 Bracket Battery Installation 1 If front storage module is installed carry out the following Open front storage compartment cover Unzip storage compartment liner for access to battery access panel Remove battery access panel 2 Insert battery in battery rack with battery posts facing out NOTICE Always charge battery before its in stallation on the vehicle 3 Connect RED ...

Page 24: ...ont frame member Body Parts Installation Install the following body parts Front fascia Top side panels Middle side panels Lower wind deflectors Electrical connector service covers Fuse box service covers Mirrors Front Fascia Installation 1 Position front fascia on vehicle and install retain ing screws rbl2014 004 011_b SPECIFIED TORQUE Front fascia retaining screws 3 5 N m 5 N m 31 lbf in 4 lbf in...

Page 25: ... in 9 lbf in rmr2010 038 008_a 1 Front retaining screw rmr2010 038 006_a 1 Rear retaining screw rmr2010 038 005_a 1 Upper retaining screws Middle Side Panel Installation Spray a solution of mild soap and water on the panel retaining grommets to ease installation Install middle side panels rmo2010 008 003_L INSTALLATION SEQUENCE Step 1 Engage hook at top of panel Step 2 Push the front of panel in i...

Page 26: ...er the vehicle has been setup using B U D S rmr2010 038 021_a 1 RH service cover 2 Plastic rivet Fuse Box Service Cover Installation 1 Position the fuse box service cover and push down carefully until the cover engages rmo2013 003 011_a 1 Left fuse service cover 2 Right fuse service cover 2 Zip the storage compartment liner if applica ble rmo2013 005 002_a 1 Liner Mirror Installation 1 Position mi...

Page 27: ...clamps 2 Wiring harness bracket NOTE Do not remove protection from suspension arms rbl2013 004 002_a TYPICAL 3 Position front fender on vehicle rbl2011 002 011 TYPICAL 4 Install 4 M8x 20 hexagonal flange screws loosely to hold the fender in its position NOTE Be sure to install the fender light harness and ABS harness brackets as illustrated Do not torque screws at this time NOTE Left side fender i...

Page 28: ...er support retaining screws 24 N m 18 lbf ft 7 Ensure harness brackets are properly posi tioned when torque is applied 8 Ensure cap for wheel hub nut is properly se cured to steering knuckle rbl2014 004 050_a 1 Check for harness bracket contact here 2 Wheel hub nut cap secure 9 Remove protection from suspension arms Windshield 1 Install spacers from PDI kit on windshield sup port as illustrated rb...

Page 29: ...fer to illustration NOTICE If this precaution is not taken scratch on the windshield may occur and will not be covered under warranty rbl2010 002 028 7 3 Insert trim panel into windshield slot and push it upwards 7 4 From inside windshield secure trim panel using M5 x 25 countersunk Torx screws from PDI kit rmr2010 038 043_a 1 Windshield trim panels screws 7 5 Tighten windshield trim panel screws ...

Page 30: ...Remove screws washers and panels shown in following illustrations rbl2014 004 055_a rbl2014 004 056_a rbl2014 004 057_a NOTE Removal of rear fender panel screws in following illustration is to allow the sides of the panel to be gently pulled open for access to the signal lights connectors It is not necessary to completely remove the rear fender panel for this installation procedure rbl2014 004 058...

Page 31: ... area to pre vent the possibility of a fire or an explosion occurring rbl2014 004 065_a LH SIDE ILLUSTRATED RH SIDE SIMILAR 1 Inner storage compartment cover 2 Pass through hole signal light wire aft corner 3 Apply flame treatment here NOTE In the following illustration the rear fender panel is not shown for clarity of illustration To ap ply flame treatment it will be necessary to gently pull open...

Page 32: ...70_a SIGNAL LIGHT INSTALLED ON OUTER COVER 1 LH outer storage cover 2 Signal light 3 Plastic retaining washer 4 Metal flat washer 5 Retaining nut rbl2014 004 064_a STORAGE COVER ASSEMBLY 1 Outer cover 2 Signal light wiring passed through hole 3 Inner cover 4 Retaining screws x6 5 Storage cover retention cable TIGHTENING TORQUE Storage cover retaining screws x6 2 5 N m 0 5 N m 22 lbf in 4 lbf in 3 ...

Page 33: ...e mount Step 4 Install locking tie 4 Repeat steps for right side turn signal light in stallation 5 Turn vehicle power on and ensure turn signal lights are functioning correctly 6 Install all parts removed from vehicle in reverse order of disassembly however pay attention to the following Tighten all panel screws as specified Install plastic washers on top 4 screws of up per rear storage compartmen...

Page 34: ... the controls and get a proper license Refer er to the Safety Card before riding Always wear a helmet and riding gea ear a helmet and riding gear With this type of vehicle riders are exposed to more road risks than in a car Even skilled operators can be struck by other vehicles or lose control This vehicle will not protect you in a crash Handling andling limits and limits and road oad conditions o...

Page 35: ...uired by law if any Vehicle Decals 1 Install decals on vehicle according to customer country language and local legislation 2 Ensure that the new decals are installed at the same location and over the factory installed de cals Japan SM6 Models 3 Install gear shift sequence decal as per follow ing illustrations 1 2 3 4 5 6 R N 704904117 1 2 3 4 5 6 R N 1 rbl2014 004 052_a DECAL POSITION ON NEAR GEA...

Page 36: ...of an inadequate fuel Inside North America Only NOTICE Do NOT use fuel from fuel pumps la beled E85 Use of fuel labeled E15 is prohibited by U S EPA Regulations WARNING Never top off the fuel tank before placing the vehicle in a warm area As temperature increases fuel expands and may overflow Fuel is flammable and explosive under cer tain conditions Always wipe off any fuel or oil spillage from th...

Page 37: ...pper mark F 2 Lower mark add 3 Operating range NOTE At the lower mark add 500 ml 5 qt U S liq of oil is required to reach upper mark F Clutch Fluid SM6 Model Recommended Clutch Fluid Use DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container An opened container may be contaminated or may have absorbed moisture from the air Clutch Fluid Level Verification The clutch fluid reservoir is near the reverse but ton o...

Page 38: ...l when engine is cold Recommended Coolant The cooling system must be filled with distilled water and antifreeze solution 50 distilled water 50 antifreeze For best performance use LONG LIFE ANTIFREEZE P N 219 702 685 Coolant Level Verification WARNING When opening the reservoir the coolant can be very hot and spray out if the engine is hot In order to avoid getting burned check the coolant level wh...

Page 39: ... from a sealed con tainer An opened container may be contaminated or may have absorbed moisture from the air NOTICE To avoid serious damage to the brak ing system do not use non recommended flu ids Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted surface Handle with care Brake Fluid Level Verification WARNING Clean filler cap before removing Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container 1 Park the ...

Page 40: ...low recommended pressure NOTICE Always check pressure when tires are cold before using the vehicle NOTE Tire pressure changes with temperature and altitude Recheck pressure if one of these conditions has changed e g significant weather change driving in the mountains Inflate tires to the specified air pressure Refer to the following table COLD TIRE PRESSURE RECOMMENDATION FRONT REAR 138 kPa 14 kPa...

Page 41: ...hold the sonic tension meter sen sor approximately 1 cm 1 2 in from belt or closer without touching the belt rbs2010 006 001 SPYDER RT 8 Tap the belt to make the belt vibrate and note the measurement 9 Repeat step 8 NOTE The second value should be within 25N If no repeat measurements until tolerance is met 10 Repeat steps 6 to 9 for the 2 remaining wheel spokes The average of the 3 obtained values...

Page 42: ... 75 550 80 585 85 345 50 415 60 480 70 515 75 550 80 310 45 380 55 450 65 480 70 515 75 70 150 70 150 45 100 0 90 200 90 200 115 250 115 250 LOAD DRIVER DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED PRESSURE BY 70 kPa 10 Psi 704904300 INSIDE NORTH AMERICA MINIMUM PRESSURE 70 kPa 0 7 bar PASSENGER CARGO Kg 704904301 Kg 380 3 80 450 4 50 480 4 80 515 5 15 480 4 80 515 5 15 550 5 50 515 5 15 550 5 50 585 5 85 345 3 45 4...

Page 43: ...d Line B 732 mm 28 8 in above ground 4 Select low beam 5 Beam aiming is correct when the focus point brightest spot of the headlight reflection is within the marks 1 2 A B rmo2010 001 302_b TYPICAL HEADLIGHT REFLECTION ON TEST SURFACE 1 Ground 2 Focus point A 642 mm 25 3 in above ground B 732 mm 28 8 in above ground CE Models Low Beam NOTE This verification is valid for either left hand or right h...

Page 44: ...and or right hand traffic regulations 1 Follow steps 1 and 2 of the low beam verifica tion procedure 2 Trace 2 lines parallel to the ground on the test surface as follows LINES ON THE TEST SURFACE Line A 800 mm 31 5 in above ground Line B 850 mm 27 1 2 in above ground 3 Select the high beam 4 Beam aiming is correct when the focus point brightest spot of the headlight reflection is within the marks...

Page 45: ...move both middle side panels 2 To adjust headlight beam turn the adjustment knob rbl2014 004 054_a LH SIDE SHOWN 1 High Beam Horizontal Adjustment Knob 2 High Beam Vertical Adjustment Knob HB 3 Low Beam Vertical Adjustment Knob LB Adjust both high beam headlights so that a line drawn from the center of the focus point bright est spot on the wall to the center of the headlight assembly is parallel ...

Page 46: ... cover Refer to BODY subsection in the proper CAN AM ROADSTER SHOP MANUAL Side Storage Compartment Cover 1 Open and close side storage compartment cover rmr2010 001 002 SIDE STORAGE COMPARTMENT VERIFICATION PASS Cover opens and latches properly FAIL Cover does not open or not latch properly 2 If test fail adjust latch cable accordingly 3 Repeat for the other side Top Storage Compartment Cover 1 Op...

Page 47: ...cator lamp is displayed while the clock is adjusted Use the RECC Roadster Electronic Command Center to control the display functions rmo2010 001 020_a 1 RECC Pressing the MODE button will move a selection through the category icons located at the top left area of the screen in this order Default riding screen Audio CB Trip meter and Preferences Each press of the button will move the selection to t...

Page 48: ... 001 202_a Select HOURS in secondary category Adjust the unit value using the UP and DOWN ar row To set the minutes Select CLOCK in main category of Preferences Screen rmo2011 001 201_a Select MINUTES in secondary category Adjust the unit value using the UP and DOWN ar row Selecting the Hour Mode To select the 12 24 hour mode Select CLOCK in main category of Preferences Screen rmo2011 001 203_a Se...

Page 49: ...ts of Display Check fault codes if any Program keys Connecting PC to Vehicle 1 Remove RH service cover from vehicle 2 Connect the PC to vehicle Refer to the latest edition of CAN AM ROADSTER B U D S SOFT WARE AND COMMUNICATION TOOLS for the proper procedures 3 Press READ DATA button from the tool bar to initiate communication with the vehicle vmr2006 012 100_aen Entering Customer s Name 1 Click on...

Page 50: ...e appro priate counter s 1 Click on FAULT tab and check if there are active faults If so service vehicle then clear the faults in B U D S 2 Click on WRITE DATA button to transfer new settings and information to the modules vmr2006 012 100_ben WRITE DATA BUTTON 3 Click on EXIT button right most to end session 4 Reinstall DCL connector in its holder 5 Reinstall RH service cover on vehicle ASSEMBLY I...

Page 51: ...e transmission of power from the engine to the rear wheel The lever is squeezed to disengage power and released to engage power 12 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 allows you to stop the engine anytime without removing your hand from the handlebar 13 Operation o...

Page 52: ...pecially formulated for motorcycles or automobiles NOTE Using warm water works well to remove bugs in the windshield and front panels NOTE For Matt finishes hand wash with a soft wash mitt and a mild cleaning product safe for matt paint To remove foreign substances such as insects use a soft applicator and a mild sol vent Saturate and soak area before cleaning Rub lightly 3 While washing the vehic...

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