Can-Am Spyder RT, Operator'S Manual

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SECONDARY CONTROLS
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/glove box 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
• Brake fluid reservoirs.
– Front storage compartment open-
ing mechanism to access:
• Fuses
• Battery terminals.
– Steering/glove box lock mecha-
nism.
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 and DPS. If you do this
while the vehicle is moving, you
could lose control and crash.
Two keys are provided with your
vehicle.
Each Spyder key con-
tains a transponder chip specifically
pre-programmed that is read via ra-
dio frequency by the immobilizer sys-
tem to allow starting the engine. The
Spyder keys do not contain batteries.
Do not take the key apart. If the im-
mobilizer system cannot read the key,
the engine will not start. For the con-
ditions that can lead to the immobilizer
system failing to read the key, refer to
the
DIAGNOSTIC GUIDELINES
. 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.
NOTE: A key barrel is supplied in the
glove box to use with the BRP optional
trailer. This allows to use the vehicle
key for the trailer.
Ignition Function
OFF
The key can be inserted or removed in
this position.
In the OFF position, the electrical sys-
tem of the vehicle is disabled.
The engine is shut down by turning the
ignition switch to the OFF position.
ON
When the key is turned to this position,
the electrical system of the vehicle is
activated.
The gauge should wake-up.
The vehicle lights are turned on.
The engine can be started.
2) Engine Start Button
The engine start button is near the right
handgrip.
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