Can-Am Renegade Operator's Manual

WARNING

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YOUR VEHICLE CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. A collision or rollover
can occur quickly, even during rou tin e maneuvers such as turning and d riv­ing on hills or over obstacles, if yo u fail to take proper precautions.
For your safety, understand and follow all the warnings contained in this
Operator's Guide and the labels on your vehicle. Failure to follow these

warnings can result in SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!

Keep this Operator's Guide with the vehicle at all times.

WARNING

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Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained in this
Operator's Guide, SAFETY VIDEO and on-product labels could cause injury
including the possibility of death!

WARNING

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This vehicle may exceed the performance of other vehicles you have ridden
in the past. This category S (sport) is a high performance vehicle for off road
use only. It is for sport type recreational and competitive use by operators
with advanced skills and substantial experience.

Printed in Canada. (vmo2007-015 DR)
®™ and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates.
©2006 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. All rights reserved.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

This Operator’s Guide utilizes the following symbols to emphasize particular in­formation:

The Safety Alert Symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

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WARNING

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CAUTION: Denotes an instru c tion which, i f not followed, could severely
damage vehicle components.

NOTE: I ndicat es supplementary information needed to fully c om plete an instruc-

tion.
All safety documentation should rem a in with the vehicle at t he time of sale.
All content of the SAFETY INFORMATION s ec t ion should be interpreted by the

reader as a warning which, if not followed, m a y result in injury including the pos­sibility of death.

In Canada, products are distributed by Bom bardier Rec rea tional Products Inc.
(BRP).
In USA, products are distributed by BRP US Inc.

The following trademarks are the property of Bombardier Recreationa l Prod­ucts Inc.:

Can-Am™
Renegade™

®

Rotax
XP-S™
TTI™
DESS™

Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or death.

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FOREWORD

Congratulations on your purchase of a
new Can-Am™ ATV. It is backed by the
BRP warranty and a network of autho­rized Can-Am dealers ready to provide
the parts, service or accessories you
may require.

Your dealer is committed to your satis­faction. He has taken training to per­form the initial setup and inspection
of your vehicle as well as completed
the final adjustment before you took
possession. At delivery, y our dea ler
would have explain ed the operation,
maintenance and safety features of
the vehicle. We trust you have tak­en full advantage of this! If you need
more complete servicing information,
please ask your dealer.

Atdelivery,youwerealsoinformedof
the warranty coverage and completed
the Warranty R egistration Form which
is to be sent to us for processing. In
the near future you should be receiv­ing a warranty card which will confirm
our receipt of the registration as well
as be used for warranty or recall pur­poses.

You are invited to con tact our cus­tomer assistance center should you
experience problems which cannot
be resolved by an authorized Can-Am
dealer.

It is understood that this Operator’s
Guide may be translated into another
language. In the event of a ny discrep­ancy, the English version shall prevail.
Throughout this document the mascu­line is used to denote the masculine or
feminine.

If you want to view and/or print an
extra copy of your Operator's Guide,
simply visit the following website
www.operatorsguide.brp.com.Al­so note that the guide is available in
several languages.

The information and components/
system descriptions contained in this
document are correct at the time of
publication. BRP, however, maintains
a policy of continuous improvem ent
of its products witho ut imposing upon
itself any obligation to install them
on products previously manufa c tured.
Due to late changes, some differ­ences between the manufactur ed
product and the descriptions and/or
specifications in this guide may occur.
BRP reserves t he right at any time to
discontinue or change specifications,
designs, features, models or e quip­ment wi thout incurring any obligation
upon itself.

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 use of RIGHT and LE FT indica­tions in the text alw ays refers to driv­ing pos ition (when sitting on vehicle).

Specifications are given in the inter­national metric system with the SAE
U.S. equivalent in pa renthes is. Where
precise accuracy is not required, some
conversions are rounded off for easier
use.

We recommend genuine BRP prod­ucts for r eplacem ent parts and a cces­sories. They’ve been especially de­signed for your vehicle and manufac­tured to meet BRP’s demanding stan­dards.

A SHOP MA NUA L can be obtained for
complete service and maintenance in­formation and more repair information.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:

WARNING

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Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in­jury or death.

NOTICE................................................................................ 7

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................... 8

SAFETY INFORMATION

SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES ................................................... 10

OPERATION WARNINGS.......................................................... 13

RIDING THE VEHICLE.............................................................. 40

Pre-Operation Check ........................................................... 41

Clothing .......................................................................... 42

Carrying Loads .................................................................. 43

Hauling a Trailer (if so equi pped) .............................................. 43

Working with your Vehicle ..................................................... 43

Recreational Riding ............................................................. 44

Environment..................................................................... 44

Design Limitation ............................................................... 45

Off-Highway Operation......................................................... 45

General Operating and Safety Precautions .. . ............................... 45

Uphill Driving .................................................................... 46

Downhill Driving ................................................................ 46

Side Hilling ....................................................................... 46

Drop-Offs ........................................................................ 46

Riding Techniques .............................................................. 47

Routine Maintenance........................................................... 53

HANG TAG .......................................................................... 54

ON-PRODUCT LABELS............................................................ 55

VEHICLE INFORMATION

HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR VEHICLE............................................. 60

Engine Identification Number ................................................. 60

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NOISE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM REGULATION ....................... 61

EMISSION REQUIREMENTS ..................................................... 62

BREAK-IN PERIOD.................................................................. 63

CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENT .................................... 64

1) Throttle Lever ................................................................ 65

2) 2WD/4WD Selector.......................................................... 65

3) Brake Lever................................................................... 65

4) Parking Brake................................................................. 66

5) Transmission Lever .......................................................... 66

6) Multifunction Switch ........................................................ 67

7) Multifunction Gauge......................................................... 69

8) 12-Volt Power Outlet ........................................................ 73

9) Ignition Switch ............................................................... 73

10) Fuel Tank Cap............................................................... 73

11) Brake Pedal ................................................................. 74

12) Footpeg...................................................................... 74

13) Central Panel................................................................ 74

14) Rear Storage Compartment............................................... 75

15) Seat Latch................................................................... 75

16) Rear Cargo Area ............................................................ 76

17) Recovery Hook ............................................................. 76

18) Radiator Cap ................................................................ 76

19) Fuses ........................................................................ 76

20) Tool Kit....................................................................... 77

21) Dipstick ...................................................................... 77

22) Brake Lever Fluid Reservoir ............................................... 77

23) Brake Pedal Fluid Reservoir ............................................... 77

24) Engine Coolant Reservoir.................................................. 78

LIQUIDS.............................................................................. 79

Fuel............................................................................... 79

Engine Oil........................................................................ 79

Gearbox Oil...................................................................... 81

Engine Coolant.................................................................. 81

Brake Fluid....................................................................... 82

Battery ........................................................................... 82

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..................................................... 83

General........................................................................... 83

Pre-Operation Check ........................................................... 83

Starting the Engine ............................................................. 84

Shifting the Transmission ...................................................... 84

2WD/4WD Selector............................................................. 84

Stopping the Engine............................................................ 85

Post-Operation Care............................................................ 85

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SPECIAL PROCEDURES........................................................... 86

Turn Over ........................................................................ 86

Vehicle Immersion.............................................................. 86

CARGO AND TRANSPORTATION ............................................... 87

TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................. 89

SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 93

MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

MAINTENANCE CHART ........................................................... 98

GENERAL .......................................................................... 102

ENGINE ............................................................................ 103

Oil Change and Oil Filter Replacement..................................... 103

Coolant Replacement ........................................................ 103

Air Filter........................................................................ 104

Drive Belt ...................................................................... 105

CVT Cover Drain Screw ...................................................... 105

Valve Adjustment ............................................................. 105

Spark Arrester................................................................. 105

Radiator........................................................................ 106

GEARBOX ......................................................................... 107

Oil Change..................................................................... 107

FUEL SYSTEM .................................................................... 108

Throttle C a ble Lubrication . . . ................................................. 108

Throttle Lever Adjustment ................................................... 109

ELECTRICAL....................................................................... 111

Spark Plug ..................................................................... 111

Battery ......................................................................... 111

Fuses........................................................................... 112

Bulb Replacement ............................................................ 113

DRIVE TRAIN...................................................................... 115

Drive Shaft Boot/Protector................................................... 115

Wheel . ......................................................................... 115

Wheel Bearing Condition . .. ................................................. 115

Tires/Wheels .................................................................. 116

SUSPENSION..................................................................... 118

Lubrication ..................................................................... 118

Inspection...................................................................... 118

Adjustment .................................................................... 118

BRAKE.............................................................................. 119

Adjustment/Inspection ....................................................... 119

Brake Fluid Replacement .................................................... 119

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BODY/FRAME..................................................................... 120

Engine Area ................................................................... 120

Recovery Latching Point Condition ......................................... 120

Chassis Fasteners .. . ......................................................... 120

Seat Fasteners ................................................................ 120

Vehicle Cleaning and Protection............................................. 120

STORAGE AND PRESEASON PREPARATION ............................... 121

WARRANTY

BRP LIMITED WARRANTY NORTH AMERICA: 2007 CAN-AM
BRP I NTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY: 2007 CAN-AM
BRP EUROPEAN UNION MEMBE R S TATES LI MIT ED WARRANTY: 2007

CAN-AM

TM

ATVS ................................................................. 132

TM

ATV . . . 124

TM

ATV .... 128

PRIVACY OBLIGATION/DISCLAIMER......................................... 136

CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP .. . ..................................... 137

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NOTICE

This Operator's Guide ha s been pre­pared to acquaint the owner/operator
of a new vehicle with the various ve­hicle controls, maintenance and safe
operating ins tructions . It is indispens­able for the proper use o f the product.

This Operator's Guide uses the follow­ing symbols.

WARNING

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Indicates a potential hazard that, if
not avoided, could result in serious
injury or death.

CAUTION: Denotes an instruction
which, if not followed, could se­verely damage vehicle compo­nents.

NOTE: Indicates supplementary infor-

mation needed to fully complete an in­struction.

Although the mere reading of such in­formation does not eliminate the ha z­ard, the understanding and application
of the information will promote the
correct use of this vehicle.

To fully appreciate the pleasures, en­joyment and excitement of using this
vehicle, there are some basic rules
that MUST be observed and followed
by any user.

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INTRODUCTION

Your dealer should have provided you
with some basic information on the
particular controls and features of your
new vehicle. Please take the time to
study this Operator's Guide and all
on-product warning labels as well as
the SAFETY VIDEO that came with
this vehicle. They more completely
describe what you should know about
this vehicle before riding it.

Whether you are a new us er or an
experienced rider, it is important for
your persona l safety that y ou know the
controls and features of this vehicle.
Equally important is knowing how to
properly ride.

Irrespective of your age, experience or
state regulations, it is always prudent
for you or any other person who may
ride your vehicle, to take an approved
safe riding course. Please check with
your dealer or local authorities for avail­ability in your area. If you are a com­pletely new rider, this should be done
before your first ride. Yo ur instructor
should be able to provide advice on lo­cal conditions and safe riding practices
particular to the area.

Riding conditions vary from place
to place. Each is subject to weather
conditions which ma y radically change
from time to time and from season to
season.

Riding on sand is different than rid­ing on snow or t hrough forests or
marshes. Each location may require
a greater degree of awareness a nd
skill. Show good judgement. Always
proceed with caution. Please do not
take any unnecessary risks that could
leave you stran ded or possibly injured.

The contents of this Operator's Guide
provide riding information which has
been proven reliable by other users.
They are not i ntended as a definitive
means of avoiding accidents. How
you apply this information, coupled
with your mental and physical condi­tion, the particular terrain hazard and
your risk acceptance level will have
an effect on your riding experience.
Have fun... and ride responsibly.

This Operator's Guide ha s been pre­pared to acquaint the owner/operator
of a new vehicle with the various ve­hicle controls, maintenance and safe
operating instructions. They a re indis­pensable for the proper use of the
product.

We would be pleased to receive any
comments on the content and format
of this Operator's Guide, the SA FETY
VIDEO or on-product warnings labels.

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SAFETY

INFORMATION

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

THIS V EHICLE IS NOT A TOY AN D
CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO O PERATE.

This vehicle handles differently from
other vehicles including motorcycles
and cars. A collision or rollover can
occur quickly, even during routine ma­neuvers such as t urning and driving on
hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take
proper precautions.

SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can re­sult if you do not follow these instruc­tions:

 Read this Operator's Guide and all

on-product warning labels careful­ly and follow the operating proce­dures described. Watch and pay at­tention to the SAFETY VIDEO be­fore operation.

 Never opera te this v ehicle without

proper instruction. Takeatrain-
ing course. All operators should
receive training from a certified
instructor. Contact an authorized
Can-Am deale r for more informa­tions.
USA and Canada Only: to find
out about available training course
nearest you, call the S pec ialty Ve­hicle Institute of America (SVIA) at
1 800 877-2887 or in Canada , the
Canada safety Council (CSC) at 1
[phone] ext. 227.

 Always follow this age recommen-

dation: A person under 16 years old
should never operate this vehicle.

 Never carry a passenger on this ve-

hicle.

 Never operate this vehicle on any

paved surfaces, including side­walks, d riveways, parking lots and
streets.

 Never operate this vehicle on any

public street, road or highway, ev en
a dirt or gravel one.

 Never take place on this vehicle

without wearing an approv ed hel­met that fits properly. You shoul d
also wear eye protection (goggles
or face shield), gloves, boots, long
sleeved shirt or jacket, and long
pants.

 Never cons um e alcohol or drugs be-

fore or while riding this vehicle.

 Never operate a t excessive speeds.

Always go at a speed that is prop­er for the terrain, visibility, and op­erating conditions, and your ex peri­ence.

 Never attempt wheelies, jumps , or

other stunts.

 Always inspect your vehicle each

time you use it to make sure it is in
safe operating c ondition. Al ways
follow the inspection a nd mainte­nance procedures and schedules
described in this Operator's Guide.

 Always keep both hands on the

handlebars and both feet on the
footrests of the vehicle during op­eration.

 Always go slowly and be extra

careful when operating on unfa­miliar terrain. Always be alert to
changing terrain conditions when
operating this vehicle.

 Never operate on excessively

rough, slippery or loose terrain un­til you have learn ed and practiced
the skills necessary to control this
vehicle on such terrain. Always be
especially cautious on these kinds
of terrain.

 Always follow proper procedures

for turning as desc r ibed further in
this Operator's Guide. Practice
turning at low speeds before at­tempting to turn at faster speeds.
Do not turn at excessive speed.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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 Never operate this vehicle on hills

too steep for the vehicle or for your
abilities. Practice on smaller hills
before attempting larger hills.

 Always follow proper procedures

for climbing hills as described
further in this Operator's G uide.
Check the terrain c ar efully before
you start up any hill. Never climb
hills with excessively slippery or
loose surfaces. Shift your weight
forward. Never open the throt­tle suddenly or make sudden gear
changes. Never go over the top of
any hill at high speed.

 Always follow proper procedures

for going down hi lls and for brak­ing on hills as described further in
this Operator's Guide. Check t he
terrain carefully before you start
down any hill. S hift your weight
backward. Never go down a hill at
high speed. Avoid going down a
hill at an angle t ha t would cause the
vehicle to lean s ha rply to one side.
Go straight down the hill where
possible.

 Always follow proper procedures

for crossing the side of a hill as
described further in t his Operato r's
Guide. Avoid hills with excessively
slippery or loose surfaces. Shift
your weight to the uphill side of
the vehicle. Nev er attempt to turn
the vehicle around on any hill un­til you have mastered the turning
technique described i n this Opera­tor's Guide on level ground. Avoid
crossing the side of a steep hill if
possible.

 Always use proper procedures if

you stall or roll backwards when
climbing a hill. To avoid stalling,
use proper gear and maintain a
steady speed when climbing a hill.
If you stall or roll backwards, follow
the spe cial procedure f or braking
described in this Operat or's Guide.
Dismount on the uphill side or to a
side if pointed straight uphill. Turn
the vehicle around and remount,
following the procedure described
further in this Operator's Guide.

 Always c hec k for obstacles before

operating in a new area. Nev er at­tempt to operate over large obsta­cles, such as large rocks or fallen
trees. Always follow proper proce­dures when operating over obsta­cles as described further in this Op­erator's Guide.

 Always be careful when skidding

or sliding. Learn to sa fely control
skidding or sliding by practicing at
low speeds and on l ev el smooth
terrain. On extremely slippery s ur­faces, such as ice, go slowly and be
very cautious in order to reduce the
chance of skidding out of control.

 Never operate this v ehicle in fast

flowing water or in water deeper
than that specified in this Opera­tor's Guide. Remember that wet
brakes may have reduced stopping
ability. Test your brakes after leav­ing water. If necessary, apply them
several times to let friction dry out
the pads.

 Always be s ure there are no ob-

stacles or people behind the vehi­cle when you operate in reverse.
When it is safe to proceed in re­verse, go slowly.

 Always use the size and type tires

specified further in this Operator's
Guide. Always mai ntain proper tire
pressure as described further in this
Operator's Guide.

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 Never modify this vehicle through

improper installation or use of ac­cessories. On ly use BRP's ap­proved accessories. NEVER install
passenger seat or use the cargo
area to c a rry a passenger.

 Never exceed the stated load lim-

its for this vehicle including ope ra­tor, all other loads and a dded acces­sories. Cargo should be properly
distributed and securely attached.
Reduce speed and follow i ns truc­tions in this manual for carrying car­go or pulling a trailer. Allow greater
distance for braking.

 FOR MORE INFOR MATION

ABOUT ATV S AFETY, contact an

authorized Ca n- A m dealer to find
out about available training courses
nearest you.
USA and Canada only: Call the
Specialty Vehicle Institute of Amer­ica (SVIA) at 1 800 877-2887 or in
Canada, the Canada Safety Council
(CSC) at 1 [phone] ext. 227.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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OPERATION WARNINGS

While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:

WARNING

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Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in­jury or death.

The following warning and their format have been requested by the United States
Consumer Product Safety Commission and are required to be in the Operator's
Guide for all ATVs.

NOTE: T h e following illustra tions are general representations only. Your model
may differ.

WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating this vehicle without proper instruction.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

The risk of an accident is greatly increased if the operator does not know
how to operate this vehicle properly in different situations and on different
types of terrain.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Beginning and inexperienced operators should complete a training course.
They should then regularly practice the skills learned in the course and the
operating techniques described in this Operator's Guide.

For more information about the training course, contact an authorized
Can-Am dealer.

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Failure to follow the age recommendations for this vehicle.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

A lack of respect for this age rec ommendation can lead to severe injury or
death of the child.

Even though a child may be within the age group for which this vehicle is
recommended, he may not have the skills, abilities, or judgment needed
to operate this vehicle safely and may be involved in a serious accident.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

No one under 16 should operate this vehicle.

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Carrying a passenger on this vehicle.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Greatly reduces your ability to balance and control this vehicle.
Could cause an accident , resulting in harm to you and/or your passenger.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never carry passenger. Even with a long seat that provides unrestricted
operator movement, it is not designed nor intended to carry passenger (s).

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating this vehicle on p aved surfaces.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

The tires are designed for off-road use only, not for u s e on paveme nt.
Paved surfac es may seriously affect handling and control of this vehicle,
and may cause the vehicle to go out of control.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never operate t his vehicle on any paved surfaces, including sidewalks,
driveways, parking lots and streets.

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating this vehicle on public streets, roads or highways.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

You can collide with another vehicle.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never operate this vehicle on any publi c street, road or highway, even a
dirt or gravel one. In many states or provinces it is illegal to operate this
vehicle on public streets, roads o r hi ghways.

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Riding this vehicle without wearing an appr oved helm et, eye protection
and protective clothing.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

The following items concern all ATV's operator:

– riding w ithout an approved helmet increases the chances of a severe

head injury or death in the event of an accident

– riding without eye protection can result in an acciden t and increases

the chances of a severe injur y in the event of an accident

– riding wi thou t protective clothing increases the chances of severe in-

jury in the event of an accident.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always wear an approved helmet that fits properly. You sho uld also wear:

– eye protection (goggles or face shield)
– gloves and boots
– Iong sleeved s hi rt or jacket
–Iongpants.

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Riding this vehicle after consuming alcohol or drugs.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Could seriously affect your judgment.
Could cause you to react more slowly.
Could affect your balance and perception.
Could result in an accident or death.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while riding this vehicle.

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating this vehicle at ex ce ssive speeds.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Increases your chances of losin g control o f the vehi c le, which can result i n
an accident.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always travel at a speed which is p roper for the terra in , visibility and op­erating conditions, and yo ur experience.

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Attempting wheelies, jumps and other stunts.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Increases the chance of an accident, including an overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never attempt stunts, such as wheelies or jumps. Do not try to sh ow off.

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Failure to inspect the vehicle before operating.
Failure to properly maintain the vehicle.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Increases the possibility of an acc id ent or equipment damage.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always inspect your vehicle each tim e you use it to make sure the vehicle
is in safe operating condition.

Always follow the inspection and m ai ntenance procedures and schedules
described further in this Operator's Guide.

WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Riding on frozen waterways.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Severe injury or death can result if the vehicle and/or operator break
through the ice.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never ride this vehicle on a frozen surface before you are sure the ice is
thick enough and sound enough to support the vehicle and its load, as
well as the force that is created by a moving vehicle.

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Removing hands from handlebar or feet from the footrests during opera­tion.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Removing even one hand or foot can reduce your ability to control the
vehicle or could cause you to lose your balance and fall off the vehicle.
If you remove a foot from the footrests, your foot or leg may come into
contact with the rear wheels, which could injure you or cause an accident.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always keep both hands on the handlebar and both feet on the footrests
during vehicle operation.

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Failure to use extra care when operating this vehicle on unfamiliar terrain.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

You can come upon hidden rocks, bumps, or holes, without enough time
to react.

Could result in the vehicle overturning or loss of control.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Go slowly and be extra carefu l when operating on unfam iliar terrain.
Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating the vehicle.

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WARNING

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V00A0DQ

POTENTIAL HAZARD

Failure to use extra care when operating on excess ively rou gh, slipper y or
loose terrain.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Could cause loss of traction or vehicle control, which could result in an
accident, including an overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Do not operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain until you
have learned and practiced the skills necessary to control this vehicle on
such terrain.

Always be especially cautious on these kinds of terrain.

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WARNING

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Turning improperly.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Vehicle could go out of control, causing a collision or overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always follow proper proced ures for turning as described further in this
Operator's Guide. Practice turning at low speeds before attempting to turn
at faster speeds.

Do not turn at excess iv e s peed.

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WARNING



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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating on excessivel y s teep hills.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

The vehicle can overturn more eas ily on extremely steep hills than on level
surfaces or s mall hills.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never operate this vehicle on hills too steep for the vehicle or f or your abil­ities.

Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Climbing hills improperly.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Could cause loss of control or cause vehicle to overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described further in
this Operator's Guide.

Always check the terrain carefully before you start up any hill.
Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces.
Shift your weight forward.
Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear chang es. The ve-

hicle could flip over backwards.
Never go over the top of any hill at high speed. An obstacl e, a sharp drop,

or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Going d own a hill improperly.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Could cause loss of control or cause vehicle to overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always follow proper procedures for going down hills as described further
in this Operator's Guide. NOTE: A special technique is required when brak­ing as you go down a hill.

Always check the te rrain carefully before you s tart d ow n any hill.
Shift your wei ght backward.
Never go down a hill at high speed.
Avoid going down a hill at an angle which would cause the vehicle to lean

sharply to one side. Go straight down the hill where possible.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Improperly crossing h ills or turning on hills.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Could cause loss of control or cause vehicle to overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never attempt to turn the veh icle around on a ny hill until you have mas­tered the turning technique as described further in this Operator's Guide
on level ground. Be very care ful when turnin g o n any hill.

Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible.

When crossing the side of a hill:

Always follow proper procedures as described further in this Operator's
Guide.

Avoid hills with e xcessively slippery or loose surfaces.
Shift your weight to the uphill side of the vehicle.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Stalling, rolling backwards or improperly dismounting while climbing a
hill.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Could result in vehicle overturning.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Use proper gear and maintain steady speed when c limbing a hill.

If you lose all forward speed:

Keep your w ei gh t uphill. N ever open the throttle sudden ly or make sudden
gear changes. The vehicle could flip over backwards.

Apply the brakes.
Lock parking brake after you are stopped.
Dismount on uphill side, or to a side if pointed straight uphill.

If you begin rolling backwards:

Keep your w ei gh t uphill. N ever open the throttle sudden ly or make sudden
gear changes. The vehicle could flip over backwards.

Never apply the rear brake while rolling backwards.
Apply the front brake gradually.
When fully stopped, apply rear brake as w ell and lock parking brake.
Dismount on uphill side, or to a side if pointed straight uphill.
Turn the vehicle around an d remount, following the procedure described

further in t his Operator's Guide.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Improperly operating over obstacles.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Could cause loss of control or a collision.
Could cause the vehicle to overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Before operating in a new area, check for obstacles.
Never attempt to ride over large obstac l es, such as large rocks or fallen

trees.
When you go over obstacles, always follow proper procedures as de -

scribed further in this Operator's Guide.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Skidding or sliding improperly.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

You may lose control of this vehicle.
You ma y also regain traction unexpectedly, which may cause the vehicle

to overturn.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by practicing at lo w speeds and
on level smooth terrain.

On extremely slippery surfaces, such as ice, go slowl y and be very cautious
in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating this vehicle through deep or fast flowing water.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Tires may float, causing loss of traction and loss of control, which could
lead to an accident.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never operate this vehicle in fas t flowing water or in water deeper than
that specified further in this O perator's G uide.

Check water dept h and current before you attempt to cross any water. Wa­ter should not go above footrests.

Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping ab ility. Test your
brakes after leaving water. If necessary, apply them several times to let
friction dry out the pads.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Improperly operating i n reverse.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

You could hit an obstacle or person behind the vehicle, resulting in serious
injury.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

When you select reverse gear, make sure there are no obstacles or people
behind the vehicle. When it is safe to proceed, go slowly.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating this vehicle with improper tires , or with improper o r uneven tire
pressure.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Use of improper tires on this vehicle, or operation of this vehicle with im­proper or uneven tire pressure, may cause loss o f control, ti re blow outs,
tire to move around on its rim and increases the r isk of an accident.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Always use the size and type of tires s pecified further in this Operator's
Guide for this vehicle.

Always maintain proper tire pressure as described further in this Opera­tor's Guide.

Always replace wheels or tires that are damaged .

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Operating this vehicle with improper modifications.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Improper installation of accessories or modification of this ve hicle may
cause changes in handling which in some situations could lead to an acci­dent.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never modify this vehicle thro ugh improper i nstal lation or use of acces­sories. All parts and accessories added to this vehicle should be approved
by BRP and should be installed and used according to instructions. If you
have questions, consult an authorized Can-Am dealer.

NEVER install passenger seat or use the cargo area to c arry a pas s e nger.
Modification of the veh icle to increase speed and p erformance may violate

the terms and conditions of your vehicle limi te d warranty. In addition, cer­tain modifications including the removal of engine or exhaust components
are illegal under most laws.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Overloading this vehicle or carrying or towing cargo improperly.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

Could cause changes in vehicle handling which could lead to an accident.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never exceed the stated load capacity for this vehicle including operator,
as well as other loads and added accessories.

Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached.
Reduce speed when carrying cargo or pulling a trailer. Allow greater dis-

tance for braking.
Always follow the instructions in this Op erator's Guide for carrying cargo

or pulling a trailer.

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POTENTIAL HAZARD

Transporting flammable or dangerous material can lead to explosions.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

This can c ause serious injury or death.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

Never transport flammable or dan gerous material.

While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:

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Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in­jury or death.

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RIDING THE VEHICLE

To fully appreciate the pleasures and
excitement of riding this vehicle, there
are some basic rules and tips th at you
MUST follow. Some may be new to
you while others may be common
sense or o bv ious. Nonetheless , we
ask that you take a few minutes to
read this Operator's Guide completely
before you operate this vehicl e.

Information in this Operator's Guide
is limited. It is strongly recommend­ed that you obtain further inform ation
and training from your local authori­ties, ATV clubs, a recognized ATV train­ing organization or contact an autho­rized Can-Am dealer.
USA and Canada Only: to find out
about available training cou rse nearest
you, call the Spe cialty Vehicle Institute
of Am erica (SVIA) at 1 800 877-2887 or
in Canada, the Canada safety Council
(CSC) at 1 [phone] ext. 227.

The U.S. Consumer Produ ct Safety
Commission and all ATV manufac­turers do not recommended anyone
under the a ge of 16 to ride an ATV
having an engine higher tha n 90 cc.
For the child's safety, we strongly
recommend you also follow and en­force this rec om m enda tion. You are
the so le judge of a rider's capability
to understand the risks and operate a
vehicle safely.

Persons with c ogniti ve or physical im­pairments or who are high risk takers
have an increased exposure to over­turns or collisions which may result in
injury including death.

Become completely familiar with the
operational controls and the general
operation of the vehicle before ven­turing into off road conditions. Prac­tice driving in a suitable area free of
hazards and feel the respons e of each
control. Drive at low speeds. High­er speeds require greater experience,
knowledge and suitable riding condi­tions.

Not all vehicles are the same. Each
has its own unique perform a nc e char­acteristics, controls and fe atures.
Each will ride and handle differently.

Never assume that the vehicle will go
everywhere safely. Sudden changes
in terrain c a used by holes, depres­sions, ba nk s, softer or harder " ground"
or other irregularities may cause the
vehicle to topple or become unstable.
To avoid this, slow down and always
observe the terrain ah ead. If the vehi­cle does begin to topple or tipover, it is
usually the best advice to immediately
get off... AWAY from the direction of
the tipover!

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Pre-Operation Check

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The pre-operation check is very
important prior to operating the
vehicle. Always check th e prop­er operatio n of critical controls,
safety features and mechanical
components before starting. If
not done, severe injury or death
might occur.

Before using this vehicle, the operator
should always:

• Apply parking brake and check if it
operates properly.

• Check tire pressure and condition.

• Check wheels and bearings for
wear and damage.

• Check location of controls and en­sure they work properly.

• Verify if steering operates freely.

• Activate throttle c ontrol lever sever­al times to e ns ure it operates freely.
It must return to idle position when
released.

• Activate the brake levers and brake
pedal to mak e sure the brakes fully
apply. Levers and pedal must fully
return when released.

• Ensure transm iss ion lever is work­ing t hen reset in PARK position.

• Check fuel, oil and co olant levels.

• Check for oil leaks on the engine/
gearbox and drive train compo­nents.

• Clean headlamps and taillight.

• Ensure front centra l panel and rear
storage compartment cover are
properly latched.

• Ensure seat is properly l atched.

• If you transport cargo, respect load
capacity. Ensure cargo is properly
secured to the cargo area eyelets.

• Look and feel for loose parts while
engine is off. Check fa s t eners .

• Ensure the path of travel is free of
persons and obstacles.

• Check operation of ignition switch,
engine start bu tto n, engine stop
switch, headlamps, taillight and in­dicator lights.

• Start engine, remove parking brake
and drive forward slowly a few feet
then apply all brakes individually to
test them.

• Check operation of 2WD/4WD se­lector.

Correct any problem you may have
found before riding. See an autho­rized Can-Am dealer as necessary.

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Clothing

Actual weather conditions should help you decide how to dress. However, it
is important that the operator always wear the appropriate protective clothing
and appare l, including an approved helmet, eye protection, boots, gloves, long
sleeved shirt and pants. This type of clothing will provide you protection from
some of the minor hazards you may encounter en route. Operator must nev­er wear loose clothing suc h as a scarf that may get entangled in the vehicle or
on tree branches and s hrubs . Depending on conditions, a ntifogging goggles or
sunglasses may be required. Different colored lenses available for goggle s or
sunglasses help you distinguish terrain variations. Sunglasses should only be
worn during the daytime.

Approved

helmet

Eye protection

Rigid chin

guard

Chest

protector

Long

sleeves

Gloves

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Long, sturdy

pants

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Carryi ng Loads

Any l oad carried on the vehicle's carrying rack(s) will affect the stability and con­trol of the vehicle . For this reason, do not exceed the load limits of the vehicle's
manufacturer. Always make sure the load is secured and ca nnot interfere with
your proper control. Always be awa r e that the "load" may slide or fall off and
create an accident. Avoid loads that may protrude sideways and get snagged or
caught in brush or other obstacles. Avoid covering and obstructing the headlamp
or taillight with the c a rgo.

This vehicle is designed specifically to c a rry an opera tor only. E v en with a long
seat that provide unre stricted operator movem ents, they are not design ed nor
intended to carry passenger(s). NEVER install passenger seat or use the cargo
area to carry passenger(s). Carrying passenger(s) may affect the stability and
your control of the vehicle.

Hauling a Trailer (if so equipped)

Riding this vehicle with a trailer substantially increases the risk of toppling, espe­cially on inclined slopes. If a trailer is used behind the vehicle make sure that its
hitch is c om pa tible with the one on the vehicle . Make sure the trailer is horiz ontal
with the vehicle. (In so m e instances a special exte ns ion may have to be install ed
on the vehicle hitch). Use security chains to secure the trailer with the ve hicle.
This vehicle may require additional stopping distanc e if ha uli ng hea v y l oads , es­pecially on inclined surfaces. Be careful not to skid or slide. When stopped or
parked, block the vehicle and trailer wheels from possible movement. Always
make sure load is even ly distribu ted on the tra iler. Use caution when disconnect­ing a loaded trailer; it or its load may topple on you or others. Do not turn at hi gh
speeds.

Working with your Vehicle

Your vehicle can help you p erform a number of different LIGHT tasks ranging
from snow removal to pulling wood or carrying cargo. A variety of accessories
are av ailable from your authorized Can-Am dealer. However, always respect the
load and capacities of the vehicle. Overloading of the vehicle can overstress the
components and caus e failure. To prevent poss ible injury, it is equally important
to follow the instructions and warnings that accompany the accessory. Avoid
any physical exe rtion through lifting or pulling of heavy loa ds or manpowering
the vehicle. (Continue to read RECREATIONAL RIDING below) .

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Recreational Riding

Respect the rights and limitations of others. Stay a way from areas designa ted
for other types of off road use. This includes snowmobile trails, equestrian trails,
cross country ski trails, mountain bike trails, etc. Never assume there are no
other users on t he trail. Always stay to the complete right of the trail and do not
zig zag to one side of the trail the n the other. Be prepared to stop or pull off to
the side if another trail user appears in front of you.

Join a local ATV club. They wi ll provide you with a map a nd advice or inform you
where you can ride. If a club does not exist in your a rea, help start one. Group
riding and c lub activities provide a pleasurable, social experience.

Always keep a safe distance from other riders. Your judgment of speed, ter­rain conditions, weather, mechanical condition of your vehicle and the "trust in
judgment" you h ave in others around you will help you make a better choice of
appropriate safe distance. This vehicle, like any other motorized vehicle, cannot
stop "on a dime".

Before you ride, tell someone where you are planning to travel and your expected
time of return. Never consume alco hol or drugs before or while riding!

Depending on the length of yo ur ride, carry addi tional tools or emergency e quip­ment. Find out where you can get additional gasoline and oil. Be prepared for
the possible conditions you may encounter. An emergency first aid k it should
always be a consideration.

Environment

One of the benefits of this vehicle is that it can take y ou off the beaten path
away from most communities. However, you should alwa y s respect nature and
the rights of others to enjoy it. Do not ride in environmentally sensitive areas.
Do not drive over fores t crops or shrubs... nor cut down trees or take down
fencing... nor spin y our wheels and destroy the terrain. “Tread Lightly”.

Chasing wildlife is in many areas illegal. Wildlife can die of exhaustion after being
chased by a motorized veh icle. If you encounter animals on the trail, stop and
observe quietly and with caution. It w ill be one of the better memories of your
life.

Observe the rule... “what you take in, carry out”. Do not litter. D o not start
campfires unless you have permission to do so... and then only ... away from
dry areas . The hazards you may create on the trail may cause injury to others or
yourself, even at a later date.

Respect farm lands . A lw a ys obtain the permission of the landowner b efore riding
on private land. Respect crops, farm animals and property lines. If you come to
a closed a gate, close it again after yourself.

Finally, do not pollute streams, lakes or rivers and do not modify the engine or
muffling system, or remove any of its components.

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Design Limitation

Although the vehicle is exceptionally rugged for its class, it is still a light vehicle
by definition and its operation must be restricted to its proper purpose.

The addition of weight to any part of the vehicle changes its gravitational stability
and modifies its performance.

Off-Highw ay Operation

The very na ture of off-highway operation is dangerous. Any terrain, w hich has
not been speciall y prepared to carry vehicles, presents an inherent danger where
angularity, terrain subs ta nc e and exact steepness are unpredictable. The terrain
itself presents a continual elem ent of danger, which mus t be know ingly accepted
by anyone venturin g ov er it.

An operator who takes a vehicle off-road should always exercise the utmost care
in selecting the safest path and keeping close watch on the terrain ahead of him.
On no acco unt should the vehicle be operat ed by anyone who is not completely
familiar with the driving instructions applicable to the vehicle, nor should it be
operated on steep or treacherous terrain.

General Ope rating and Safety Prec autions

Care, caution, experience and driving skill a re the best precautions against the
hazards of vehicle operation.

Whenever there is the slightest doubt that the vehicle can safely negotiate an
obstacle or a particular piece of terrain, always choose an alternate route.

In off-roa d operation, power and traction, not speed, are important. Nev er drive
faster than visibility and your own ability to select a safe route permit.

Constantly watch the terrain ahea d for sudden changes in slopes or obstacles,
such as rocks or stumps, that may cause loss of stability, resulting in tipover or
rollover.

Never operate the vehicle if the controls do not function normally.
When operating in r ev ers e, check that the path behind the vehicle is free of peo-

ple or obstacles. Proceed slowly and avoid sharp turns.
When stopped or parked, always apply the parking brake. This is especially im-

portant when parking on a slope. On ve ry steep inclines or if the vehi cle is car­rying cargo, the wheels should be blocked using rocks or bricks. Remember to
turn the fuel valve to the closed pos iti on.

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Uphill Driving

Due to configuration, thi s vehicle has excellent climbing ability, so much so that
tipover is possible before tra ction is lost. For exa m ple, it is com m on to enco unter
terrain situations where t he top of the hill has eroded to a point that the hill peak
rises very sharply. The vehicle can readily negotiate such a condition, however,
in doing so, when the front of the vehicle is driven to a point that the v ehicle's
balance changes rearward tipover can oc c ur.

The same situation may apply if an embedded object causes the front of the
vehicle to climb more tha n des ired. If such a situation occurs take an alternate
route. Be aware of side hilling dangers when doing so.

It is also wise to know the terrain condition on the other side of the hill or bank. All
too often there e xists a sha rp drop-off that is impos sible to negotiate or descend.

Downhill Driving

This vehicle can climb slopes that are steeper than it c a n safely desc end. There­fore, it is essential to assure that a safe route exists to descend a slope before
you climb it.

Decelerating while negotiating a slippery downhill slope could "toboggan" t he ve­hicle. Maintain steady speed and/ or accelerate slightly to regain control.

Side Hilling

Whenever possible, s uc h operation should be avoided. If ne ce ssary, do so with
extreme caution. Side hilling on steep inclines could result in rollover. In addi­tion, slippery or unfirm su r faces could result in uncontrollable side sliding. Do
not attempt to turn the vehicle downhill with the slide. Avoid all objects or de­pressions that will intensify the raising of on e side of the vehicle higher than the
other, thus causing rollover.

Drop-Offs

This vehicle will "bottom-out" and usually stop if either the front or rear wheels
are driven over a drop-off. If the drop is sharp or deep, the vehicl e will nose dive
and tipover.

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Riding Techniques

Riding your vehicle too fast for the conditions ma y result in injury. Apply only
enough throttle to proceed safely. Statistics show that high speed turns usually
result in mishaps and injury. Always remember that this vehicle is heavy! Its
pure weight alone m a y entrap y ou sh ould it fall and pin you down.

This vehicle is not designed for jumping nor can it, or you, absorb the energy of
high impacts such as jumping. Performing "wheelies" c a n cause the vehicle to
flip over onto you. Both prac t ices have a high risk for you and shoul d be avoid ed
at all times.

To maintain proper control it is strongly advised that you keep your hands on the
handlebar and within easy reach of all controls. The same holds true for your
feet. To minimize t he possibility of any leg or foot inju ry, keep your feet o n the
footrests at all times. Do not direct your toes outwards nor place your foot out to
assist turning as they can be hit or snagged by passing ob stacles or may contact
the wheels.

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Even though there is an adequate suspensions system on this vehicle there are
"washboard" or rough terrain conditions that will make you feel uncomfortable
and even cause back i njury. "Posting" or riding in a crouched position will often
be required. Slow down and allow your flexed legs to absorb impact.

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This vehi cle is not des igned for riding on roa ds or highways. In most places it is an
illegal practice. Riding your vehicle on roads or highways could cause a collision
to occur with another vehicle. The tires of this vehicle are not suited for pav ed
road use. Pavement may seri ous ly affect the handling and control of the vehicle.
Riding on roads or soft shoulders may confuse other road users, especially if
your lights are on. If you have to cross a road, the lead driver s hould get off his
vehicle then observe and give directions to the other riders. The last person after
crossing then assists the lead driver to cross. Do not travel sidewalks. They are
designated for pedes trian us e.

Water can be a unique hazard. If it is too deep the v ehicle may "float" and to pple.
Check the water depth and current before you a ttem pt to cross any wa ter. Wat er
should not go above the footrest. Be wary of sli ppery surfaces such as rocks,
grass, logs, etc., both in the w ate r a nd on its banks. A loss of traction m a y occur.
Do not attempt to enter the water at high speed. The water will act as a brake
and could throw you.

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Water will affect the braking ability of your vehicle. Make sure you dry the brakes
by applying them several times after the vehicle leaves the water.

Mud or marsh lands ma y be encountered near water. Be prepared for sudden
"holes" or changes in depth. Similarly so, be watchful of hazards such as rocks,
logs, etc., partially covered by vegetation.

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If your trip crosses frozen waterways, make sure that the ice is thick enough and
sound enough to support the total weight of yourself, the vehicle and its load.
Be ever watc hful of open water... it is a sure indication that the ice thickness wil l
vary. If i n doubt, do not attempt to cross.

Ice will also affect the control of vehicle. Slow down and do not "gun" the throttle.
This will only result in spinning of the tires and pos s ibl e tipover of the vehicle.
Avoid rapid bra k ing. This again will pos s ibly result in an uncontrolled slide and
tipover of the veh icle. Slush should be avoi ded a t all times since it could block
the operation or controls of the vehicle.

Sand and riding on sand dunes or on snow is another unique experience but
there are some ba s ic precautions that should be observed. Wet, deep or fine
sand/snow may create a loss of traction and cause the vehicle to slide, drop off
or become "bogged" down. If this occurs look for a firmer base. Again, the best
advice is to s low down and be watchful of the conditions.

When riding in sand dunes it is advisable to equip the vehicle w ith an antenna
type sa fety flag. This will help make your location more visible to others over
the next sa nd dune. Proceed carefully should you see another safety flag ahead.
Since t he antenna type safety flag can snag and rebou nd on y our body if caught,
do not use it in areas where there a re low hanging branches or obstacles.

Riding on loose stones or gravel is very similar to riding on ice. They will affect
the steering of vehicle... possibly causing it to slide and tipover especially at
high speeds. In addition, braking distance may be a effected. Remem ber that
"gunning" the throttle or sliding may c a us e loose stones to be ejected rearwards
into the pa t h of another rider's way. Never do it del iberately.

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If you do get into a slide or skid, it may help to turn the handlebar into the direction
of the skid until you regain control. Never jam the bra kes and lock the wheels.

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Respect and follow all posted trail signs. They are there to help you and others.
Obstacles in the "trail" should be traversed with caution. This includes loose

rocks, fallen trees, slippery surfaces, fences, posts, and embankments and de­pressions. You should av oid them whenever possible. Remember that some
obstacles are too large or dangerous to cross and should b e a vo ided. Small rocks
or fallen trees may be safely crossed. . . approach at a 90° angle. Sta nd on the
footrests while kee ping your knees flexed. Adjust speed without losing momen­tum and do not "gun" the throttle. Hold handlebar firmly. Place your body weight
rearwards and proceed. Do not try to lift t he vehicle front wheels off the ground.
Be aware that the object may be slippery or may move while crossing.

When driving on hills or slopes two th ings are highly im portant... be prepar ed
for slippery surfaces or terrain variations and obstacl es and... use proper body
positioning.

Uphill

Keep your body weight forward towards th e top of the hill. Keep your feet on
the footpegs and shift into low gear the n accelerate and when necessary, change
gear quickly as you climb. Do not over- sp eed s ince this may cau se the front of
the vehicle to lift from the ground and fall back on you. If the hill is too steep and
you cannot proceed or the vehicle begins to roll backwar ds , apply the brake, being
careful not to slide. Dismount then use the "U" turn or "K" turn (w hile walking
back, next to the vehicle on the up hill side and with a hand on the brake lever,
slowly ba c k the rear of the vehicle toward the top of the hill then drive dow nhill).
Always walk or dism ount on the upside of the slope while keeping clear of the
vehicle and its rotating wheels. D o not try to hold on to the v ehicle if it begins to
topple. Stay clear. Do not ride over t he crest of the hill at high speed. Obstacles,
including sharp drop-offs, may exist.

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Downhill

Keep your body weight rearwa rds . Apply the brake gradually to prevent skidding.
Do not "coast" down the slope using solely engine comp res sion or in neutral gear.

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WARNING

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Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in­jury or death.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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Side Hilling

This is one of the most risky types of riding since it may drastically change the
balance of the vehicle. It should be avoided wherever possible. If it is nece ssary
to do so how ev er, it is important that you ALWAYS keep your body weight on
the upside of the slope... and be prepared to dismount on tha t side should the
vehicle begin to topple. Do not try to stop or save the vehicle from damage.

V00A0ZL

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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Routine Maintenance

Once your ride completed, it is wise to remove any build up of snow, ice, m ud a nd
grime. Not only will this he lp you keep your ve hicle longer and in good condition
for resale but will eliminate potential ha zards the next time y ou us e the vehicle.
Wash your vehicle in warm soapy water then allow it to dry. (A towel may help).
Do not wash y our vehicle outside during freezing weather. A pply appropriate
lubrication as described in the MAINTENANCE section.

Part of your responsibility towards safety is to respect the contents of this Op­erator's Guide. It provides valuable advice on how to properly take care of your
vehicle. If further a ssistance is required your authorized Can- Am dealer i s always
willing to help.

Modification of th e vehicle to increase speed and performance may violate the
terms and con ditions of your vehicle limited warranty. In addition, certain modifi­cations including the remov al of engine or exhaust components are illegal under
most laws.

Changing the wheel and/or tire size may affect the stability of the vehicle. Incor­rect tire pressure may lead to blow outs or cause a tire to move around on its
rim and become lost or dama ged. Wheels or tires which are damaged should
always be replac ed.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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HANG TAG

This vehicle comes with a hang tag and labels containing important safety infor­mation.

Any person who rides this vehicle s hould read and understand this information
before riding.

V02M0FL

USA and Canada Only

704901107

vmo2006-005-009_en

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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ON-PRODUCT LABELS

The following labels are on your v ehicle and they s hould be c ons idered perma­nent parts of the vehicle. If missing or damaged, they can be replaced free of
charge. See an authorized Can-Am dealer.

NOTE: The following illustrations used in this Operator's Guide are a general
representation only. Your model may differ.

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Label 1

Label 2

Label 3

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Label 4

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Label 5

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LOCATED UNDER SEAT ON THE
UPPER BAR OF FRAME

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NEVER c arry a passenger on this c argo ar ea
MA XIMUM REAR LOAD : XX lb (XX kg) e venly distribute d.

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VEHICLE

INFORMATION

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HOW TO IDENTIFY YOU R VE HICLE

The main components of your vehi­cle (engine and frame) are identified
by different serial numbers. It may
sometimes become necessary to lo­cate these numbers for warranty pur­poses or to trace your vehicle in the
event of loss. These numbers are re­quired by the authorized Can-Am deal­er to complete warranty claims prop­erly. No warranty will be allowed by
BRP Inc. if the engine identification
number (EIN) o r vehicle identification
number (VIN) is removed or mutilated
in any way. We strongly recomme nd
that you tak e note of a ll the serial num­bers on your vehicle and sup ply th em
to your insurance company.

Vehicle Identifi ca tio n
Number

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TYPICAL — VE HICLE SERIAL
NUMBER LABEL

1. VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)

2. Model number

Engine Identificat ion
Number

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TYPICAL — ENGINE SERIAL NUM BER LABEL

1. E I N (Engine Ident if ication Number)

Compliance Label

This label indicates vehicle's compli­ance in many countries.

LABEL LOCATION

Renegade

Under seat, on the
upper bar of f rame

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1. Vehicle serial number label location

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V00M02Y

USA AND CANADA

V00M03Y

OTHER COUNTRIES IN THE WORLD

NOISE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM REGULATION

USA and Canada Only

Tampering with Noise Control System Is Pro hi bited!

U.S. Federal l aw and Canadian provincial laws may prohibit the following acts or
the causing there of:

1. The removal or renderin g inoperative by any pers on other than for purposes
of ma intenance, repair or replacement of any device or element of desi gn
incorporated into a ny new v ehicle for the purpose of noise control prior to its
sale or delivery to t he ultima te purchaser or while it is in use or

2. The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been re­moved or rendered inoperative by any person.

Among those Acts Pre sumed to Constitute Tampering
Are the Acts Listed Below:

1. Removal or alteration or the puncturing of the muffler or any engine compo­nent which conducts removal of engine exhaust gases.

2. Removal or alteration o r the puncturing of any part of the in take system.

3. Replacing any moving parts of the vehicle or parts of the exhaust or intake
system, with pa rts other than those specified by the manu facturer.

4. Lack of proper maintenance.

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EMISSION REQUIREMENTS

USA Only

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) requires that your vehicle comply with
applicable exhaust emissions stand ards during its useful life, wh en operated and
maintained according to the instructions supplied.

A non-compliance Red Label (as well as a Green Label) is obtained annually during
California Vehicle registration. The appropriate label is denoted by the vehicle
identification number (in the 8

VEHICLE CATEGORY VIN 8THCHARACTER

Non-complying Red Label

Complying Green Label

th

character detailed herein).

Must denote a C or 3

Any alphanumeric designation other

than a C or 3

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BREAK-IN P ERIOD

Engine

A break-in period of 10 operating hours
is required before running the vehicle
at sustained full throttle.

CAUTION: Never mix o il with fuel.
This veh icle has a 4-stroke eng in e.
Oil must be added to engine base
only.

During this period, maximum throttle
should n ot exceed 3/4. However, brief
full acceleration a nd speed variations
contribute to a good break-in. Contin­ued wide open throttle accelerations,
prolonged c r uising speeds and engine
overheating are detrimental during the
break-in period.

Belt

A new belt requires a b reak-in period
of 50 km (30 miles). Avoid strong
acceleration/deceleration, pulling a
load or high speed cruising.

10-Hour Inspe ction

NOTE: The 10-hour inspec tion is at the
expense of the vehicle owner.

As with any precision piece of me­chanical equipment, we suggest
that after the first 10 hours, 300 km
(185 mi) or 30 days after the pur­chase, whichever comes first, your
vehicle be inspected by an authorized
Can-Am dealer. This inspection w ill
give yo u the opportunity to discuss the
unanswered questions you may have
encountered during the first hours of
operation.

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CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENT

NOTE: Some controls/instruments /eq uipment are optional.

10

16

7

23

22

24

3

4

19

18

13

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While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:

WARNING



Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in­jury or death.

NOTE: This sec tion gives ba s ic func-

tions of the various controls of your ve­hicle. For more details of how to op-

1

erate one control in conjunction with
some others, refer to OPERATING IN-
STRUCTIONS further in this section.

2

1) Throttle Lever

When pushed, it increases the engine
speed that allows the enga gement of
the transmission on the selected gear.

When released, the engine speed
should retu rn automatically to idle a nd
the vehicle will gradually slow down.

2

3

V07I01Y

TYPICAL

1. Th rottle lever

2. To accelerate

3. To de celerate

1

2) 2W D/4WD S elector

This selector allow to choos e between
2WD or 4WD.

3

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TYPICAL

1. S e lector

2. 2W D position

3. 4W D position

3) Brake Lever

When the brake lever is compressed,
the front and rear brakes are applied.
When released, the brake lever should
automatically return to its original posi­tion. B raking effect is proportional to
the force applied on the lever a nd to
the type and condition of the terrain.

NOTE: As on other wheeled vehicles,
the vehicle weight is transferred to the
front wheels when braking. To obtain
greater stopping efficiency, the brake
system distributes more braking force
to the front wheels. This will affect
vehicle handling and steering control
when bra k ing vigorously. Take it into
account when braking.

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1

2

V07K01Y

TYPICAL

1. Brake lever

2. To apply brakes

4) Parking Brake

When applied, it prevents the vehicle
from moving. Useful wh en the brake
needs to be locked for example when
doing a K-turn, during transportation or
when the vehicle is not in operation.

WARNING



Always use the parking brake and
engage the PARK position on the
transmission lever when the vehi­cle is not in operation.

WARNING



Make sure parking brake is fully
disengaged before operating the
vehicle.
When you ride the vehicle, brakes
that are caused to drag by a con­tinuous pressure on the lever may
cause damage to the brake system
and c ause loss of braking capacity
and/or fire.

1

2

V07K02Y

TYPICAL

1. Brake lever lock

2. Press to apply parking brakes

To release mechanism: Squeeze
brake lever. Lever lock should auto­matically return to its original position.
Brake lever should return to rest po­sition. Always release parking brake
before riding.

5) Tr ansmission Lever

A 5-position lever: P, R, N, H and L.
To change the trans m ission p os ition,

completely stop vehicle then move
lever to the desired position. Do not
force lever. If unable to s hift, rock
the vehicle back and forth to move
the gears in the transmission and try
again.

To engage m echanism: Squeez e
brake lever and maintain while mov­ing lever lock. Brake lever is now
compressed and applying all brakes.

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SHIFT PATTERN

CAUTION: Always completely stop
the vehicle and apply the bra ke
prior to moving the transmission
lever.

P: Park

This position locks the transmission to
help prevent vehicle movement. Al­ways use when the vehicle is not in
operation. In some circumstances, it
may be necessary to rock the vehicle
back and forth to move the gears in
the transmission to allow the park to
be engaged.

R: Reverse

This a llows the vehicle to go back­ward. The vehicle s peed is limited.

WARNING



Before moving vehicle in reverse,
ensure the path behind is clear of
obstacles or bystanders. Remain
seated.

N: Neutral

This position disengages the transmis­sion to allow manual vehicle move­ment.

H: High gear

This selects the high speed range of
the transmission in the g ear box. It is
the normal driving speed range. It al­lows the vehicle to reach its maximum
speed.

L: Low ge ar

This selects the low speed range of
the transmission in the gear box. It
is the working position. It allows the
vehicle to mov e slowly with the maxi­mum traction and power.

NOTE: Use the low speed range to
pull any load or to climb a steep incline.

1

3

2

4

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TYPICAL — MULTIFUNCTION SW ITCH

1. Headlamp switch

2. E n gine stop switch

3. E n gine start button

4. Override button

Headlamp Switch

3 2

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HEADLAMP SWITCH FUNCTIONS

1. Headlamp switch

2. Low beam and taillight

3. High beam and taillight

1

NOTE: Place i gnition switch to ON
"without light" position to close the
headlamp.

6) M ul tif unction Switch

The controls located on this multi­function switch are:

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IGNITION S WITCH POSITIONS

1. OFF

2. ON "with light"

3. ON "without light"

Engine Stop Sw itch

This switch can be used to stop engine
and as an emergency control.

To st op engine, fully release throttle
lever then use the engine s t op switch.

NOTE: While engine can be stopped
by turning ignition key to OFF posi­tion, we recommend the engine be
stopped by the engine stop switch.

Engine Start Button

To start engine, place the engine stop
switch to RUN.

Press and hold the engine start button.
Release immediately after engine is
started.

V07I06Y

TYPICAL

1. E n gine start button

2. E n gine stop switch

2

1

NOTE: The engine will not turn over if
the engine stop switch is turned to the
OFF position.

V07I05Y

TYPICAL

1. E n gine stop switch

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1

Override Button

This button is used to override the re­verse speed limiter system while pow­er backing up. Press and hold the
override button the n depress throttle
lever gradually.

WARNING



Never activate the ove rri de but­ton if throttle lever is already de­pressed as a loss of control may
result, causing severe personal in­jury or death.

2

Multifunction Disp lay
(normal display mode)

After vehicle startup, the normal dis­play mode shows either:

– vehicle speed
– engine revolution per minute (RPM)
– both parameters simultaneously.

To change from one to the othe r, push
and HOLD selector button for 2 sec­onds.

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TYPICAL

1. Override button

2. E n gine stop switch

1

7) M ul tif unction Gau ge

This vehicle is equip ped with an elec­tronic multifunction gauge.

The functions on this gauge are:

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1. Multifunction display selector button

2. Transmission position display

3. Multifunction display

4. Fuel level display

5. 4W D indicator lamp

6. Low fuel level indicator lamp

7. Check eng ine indicator lamp

8. High beam indicator lamp

9. MPH, Km/h indicator lamp

Unit Selection (MPH vs km/h)

The speedometer, odometer and trip
meter are factory preset in miles but
it is pos s ible to change them to kilo­meter reading. Contact an authorized
Can-Am d ealer.

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1. S e lector button

Speed Mode

In this mode, the display shows the
speed of the vehicle either in k m / h or
in MPH.

RPM Mode

In this mode, the display shows the
engine RPM.

Combined Mode

In this mode, the display shows the
speed of the vehicle and the engine
RPM.

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1. Vehicle speed

2. E n gine RPM

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Multifunction Disp lay
(temporary display mode)

Press and release s elector button to
change the normal display mode to the
following temporary mode:

– odometer
– trip meter (resettable)
– hour meter (resettable)
– vehicle hour meter.

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1. S e lector button

The gaug e will display the selected
mode for 10 seconds then will return
to the normal display mode.

While in a resettable mode, push and
HOLD selector button for 2 seconds to
reset it.

Odometer (ODO)

Odometer records the total distance
travelled either in miles or kilometers.

Hour Me ter (trip time)

The hour meter records vehicle run­ning time when the electrical system
isactivated. Itcanbeusedtoes­tablish traveling time between 2 way
points for instance.

Push and HOLD display selection but­ton for 2 seconds to reset the hour me­ter.

Hour Meter (engine hours)

The hour meter records engine run­ning time.

Trip Meter (trip)

The trip meter records distance trav­elled since it has b een reset. Distance
travelled is displayed either in miles or
kilometers.

It can be used to establish a fuel tank
range or distance betw een 2 way
points for instance.

Push and HOLD display selection but­ton for 2 seconds to reset the trip me­ter.

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Multifunction Display Messages

MESSAGE DESCRIPTION

Indicates that you have used the wrong ignition key, use the

INVALID KEY

BRAKE

LO BATT

HI BATT

LOW OIL

LOW FUEL

HI TEMP

LIMP HOME

CHECK ENGINE

MAINTENANCE
SOON

NO ECM
COMMUNICATION

(1)

(2)

(3)

proper key for this vehicle.
It is also possible that the ignition key has a bad contact, remove
and clean key.

Is displayed when parking brake is applied for m ore than 15
seconds.

Low battery voltage, check battery voltage and charging system.

High battery voltage, check battery voltage and charging system.

Engine low oil pressure, stop engine immediately and check oil
level.

Low fuel indicator lamp also turns on. Refer to INDICATOR
LAMPS.

Engine is overheating, refer to ENGINE OVERHEAT in
TROUBLESHOOTING.

Serious fault on the engine that can change the normal operation
of the engine, check engine indicator lamp will also blink, refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING for more det ails.

Engine fault, check engine indicator lamp will also be ON, refer
to TROUBLESHOOTING for more details.

Periodic maintenance required. See an authorized Can-Am
dealer.

Communication error between gauge and engine control module
(ECM), contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

CAUTION:

(1)

If the light does not turn off right after engine starting, stop
engine. Ch ec k engine oil level. Refill if necessary. If the oil level is g ood ,
see an au thorized Can-Am dealer. Do not use the veh icle until repaired.

CAUTION:

(2)

If the light does not turn off right after engine starting, stop
engine. See an authorized Can-Am dealer. Do not use the vehicle until re­paired.

(3)

Message must be erased by an authorized Can-Am dealer.

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Transmission Position Display

This display will show transmission
position.

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1. Fuel level display

2. Low fuel indicator lamp

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1. Transmission position

DISPLAY FUNCTION

PPark

R Reverse

NNeutral

H

L

High Gear

Low Gear

NOTE: If the letter “E” is displayed
in the transmission position display, it
means that there is a electrical com­munication error. Contact an autho­rized Can-Am dealer.

Fuel Level Display

Bar gauge continuously indicates the
amount of fuel in the fuel tank while
riding.

When the low fuel indicator lamp is
ON, it indicates th at there is only 30%
of fuel left in fuel tank, approximately
6L(1.6U.S.gal).

Indicator Lamp s

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1. 4W D indicator lamp

2. Low fuel level indicator lamp

3. Check eng ine indicator lamp

4. High beam indicator lamp

5. MPH or km/h indicator lamp

When this indicator is ON, it
indicates the 4WD system is
activated.

When this indicator is ON,
it indicates that there is only
30% of fuel left in fuel tank,
approximately 6 L (1.6 U.S.
gal).

When this indicator is ON,
it indicates an engine fault
code, look for message in
multifunction display.
When this indicator blinkes,
it indicates that the LIMP
HOME m ode is activated,
refer to TROUBLESHOOTING
for more details.

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When this indicator is ON,
it indicates high intensity is
selected on the headlamps
andignitionkeyisinLIGHTS
position.

The proper lamp turns on

mph

Km/h

to indicate the unit the
speedometer uses.

8) 12-Volt Power Outlet

Convenient for handheld spotlight or
other portable equipment.

Remove protective cap to use. Al­ways reinstall it after use to protect
against weather.

Do not exceed th e rating capacity.
See SPECIFICATIONS.

9) Ignition Switch

Key-operated 3-position switch.

The ON with lights position, turns on
all lights with either the engine run­ning or n ot. Remember that having
the lights on without the engine r un­ning discharges the battery. Always
turn ignition key to OFF pos ition after
engine has been stopped.

NOTE: While engine can be stopped
by turning ignition key to OFF posi­tion, we recommend the engine be
stopped by the engine stop switch.

Digitally Encoded Security
System (DESS™)

The ignition key specifically contains
an electronic circuit that gives it a
unique electronic serial number.

This ignition key cannot be used on an­other vehicle and c onversely, the one
from another v ehicle cannot be used
on your vehicle exc ept if it was pro­grammed this way.

However, the DESS brings a great flex­ibility. You can buy an additional igni­tion key and have it programmed for
your vehicle.

To h ave additional ignition key, refer to
an authorized Can-Am dealer.

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IGNITION S WITCH POSITIONS

1. OFF

2. ON "with light"

3. ON "without light"

Insert key in switch and turn to the
desired position. To remove key, turn
key to O FF position then pull it out.

NOTE: When turning the key to OFF
position and removing the key, the ve­hicle electrical system will take a few
seconds to shut down.

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10) Fuel Tank Cap

CAUTION: Never place anything
over fuel tank cap because the vent
hole on the top of fuel tank cap c an
be blocked and the engine could
misfire.

Unscrew counterclockwise and re­move cap to allow fuel tank filling then
fully tighten clockwise.

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WARNING



Always stop engine before re­fueling. Open cap slowly. If a
differential pressure condition i s
noticed (whistling sound heard
when loosening fuel tank cap)
have vehicle inspected and/or re­paired before further operation.
Fuel is flammable and explosive
under certain conditions. Never
use an open flame to check fuel
level. Never smoke or allow flame
or spark in vicinity. Always work
in a well-ventilated area. Never
top up the fuel tank before plac­ing the vehicle in a warm area.
As temperature increases, fuel ex­pands and may overflow. Always
wipe off any fuel spillage from the
vehicle.

11) Brake Pedal

When pressed down, the rear brake
is applied. When released, the brake
pedal should return to its original posi­tion. B raking effect is proportional to
the force applied on the pedal and to
the type and condition of the terrain.

NOTE: The brake will have also an ef­fect on front wheels through the drive
train.

The brake pedal applies the rear brake
only. Should the front brakes system
fail, the rear brake can be activated by
depressing the brake pedal.

12) Footpeg

Use this area to keep your feet stable.

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1. Footpe g

13) Central Panel

Remove seat.
Lift the front part o f the central panel.

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1. Lift here

Come off the plastic studs from the
grommets.

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1. Brake pedal

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Remove central panel.

This panel allows an easier access to
the service compartment. The ser­vice compartment contains different
maintenance items like rear brake
fluid reservoir, radiator cap, coolant
reservoir and fuse holders.

14) Rear Stora ge

Compartment

Convenient location to carry pers on­al articles such as a tool kit, Opera­tor's Guide, spare spark plugs, first aid
kit, etc. Stretch and unhook latches to
open storage c om pa rtm ent cover.

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1. Rear storage compartment cover

2. Latch

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1. S e at latch

Seat Removal

Push latch forward while gently lifting
rear of seat. Pull seat rearward. C on­tinue lifting movement until you ca n
release the front retaining device then
completely remove seat.

Seat Installation

Insertfronttabsofseatintoframe
hook. Wh en seat rests in its position,
firmly push seat down to latch.

NOTE: A distinctive snap will be felt.
Double check that the seat is secure
by giving it a tug to co nfirm proper
latching.

1

WARNING



When engine is running, always
engage the PARK position on the
transmission lever before opening
cover. Never leave a ny heavy or
loose breakable objects in the stor­age compartment. Always latch
cover before riding.

15) Seat Latch

It allows the removal of seat to g ive
access to engine compartment.

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1. Insert these tabs in hooks

2. Hooks

Make su re seat is securely latched
before riding.

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16) Rear Cargo Area

Convenient location to carry small arti­cles.

Secure articles to rear fender b y using
the plastic eyelets provided.

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1. Rear fender

2. Ca rgo area

3. Plastic eyelets

CAUTION: MAXIMUM load for car­go area is 16 kg (35 lb).

WARNING

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Ensure to properly secure articles
to rear fender. Do not overload.
Ensure load does not interfere
with visibility. Do not carry pas­senger(s ).

To remove the radiator cap, press and
turn it c ounterc lockwise. Revers e the
removal procedure to install.

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TYPICAL

1. Radiator cap

19) Fuses

The electrical system is protected with
fuses. Refer to MAINTENANCE for
details.

The fuse holders are located in the
front service compartment and at the
back near battery.

Refer to SPECIFICATIONS for carry-
ing loads and cargo weight distribution
recommendations.

17) Recovery Hook

Convenient hook that can be use to
recover a stuck ATV.

18) Radiator Cap

Located in service compartment, un­der central panel.

WARNING



In order to avoid getting burned,
do not remove the radiator cap
when the engine is hot.

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TYPICAL — FR O NT FUSES LOCATION

1. (F1) Ignit ion coils (5 A)

2. (F2) Fan (20 A )

3. (F3) Fuel injectors (5 A)

4. (F4) Speedometer/speed sensor/tail
lamp (7.5 A)

5. (F5) Fue l pump (7.5 A)

6. (F6) Engine Control Module (ECM) (5 A)

7. (F7) Acce ssories (20 A)

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TYPICAL — REAR FUSES LOCATION

1. (F8) Main (30 A)
(F9) Main accessories (30 A )

20) Tool Kit

The tool kit is lo cated in the rear stor­age compartment. It contains tools
for basic maintenanc e and this Oper­ator's Guide.

The tools included in the tool k it are:
– pliers (1)
– screwdriver (1)
– open wrench 10/13 mm (1)
– open wrench 15/17 mm (1)
– socket wrench 10/13 mm (1)
– socket wrench 16/18 mm (1)
– tire pressure gauge (1)
– shock absorber key (1)
–fuse30A(1)
–fuse20A(1)
–fuse15A(1).

21) Dipstick

Allow to check the oil level in the en­gine.

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1. Dipstick

Refer to LIQUI D to c heck the engine
oil level correctly.

22) Brake Lever Fluid
Reservoir

Located above front brake lever on the
handlebar.

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TYPICAL

23) Brake Pedal Fluid
Reservoir

Located in serv ice com partment un­derneath central panel.

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24) Engine Coolant
Reservoir

Located in serv ice com partment un­derneath central panel.

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1. Coolant reservoir

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LIQUIDS

While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:

WARNING



Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in­jury or death.

NOTE: This section specifies the rec -

ommended liquids and procedures to
check their levels. Refer to MA INTE-
NANCE for procedures to replace the
liquids.

Fuel

Recommended Fuel

Use regular unleaded gasoline, avail­able from most service stations or o xy­genated fuel conta inin g a maximum
total of 10% of ethanol or methanol
or both. The gasoline used must have
the following recommended minimum
octane number.

OCTANE NUMBER

Inside North America (87 (R + M)/2)

Outside North America 92 RON

CAUTION: Never exper im ent with
other fuels. The use of unrecom­mended fuel can result i n vehi­cle performance deterioration and
damage to critical parts in the fuel
system and engine components.

Fuel Level

WARNING



Always stop engine before refu­eling. Open cap slowly. If a dif­ferential pressure condition is no­ticed (whistling sound heard when
loosening fuel tank cap) have ve­hicle inspected and/or repaired
before further operation. Fuel is
flammable and explosive under
certain conditions. Never use an
open flame to check fuel level .
Never smoke or allow flame or
spark in vicinity. Always work in
a well-ventilated area. Never top
up the fuel tank before placing the
vehicle in a warm area. As tem­perature increases, fuel expands
and may overflow. Always wipe
off any fuel or oil spillage from the
vehicle.

Engine Oil

Recommended Oil

Use 4-stroke mineral-based engine oil
that meets or exceeds the require­ments fo r API service classification
SM, SL or SJ. Always check the API
service label certification on the oil
container, it must contain at least one
of the above standards.

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Oil Viscosity

SAE 5W30 mineral-based oil is recom­mended for all seasons.

However, during the hottest days of
the summer the BRP XP-S 10W 40
mineral oil (P/N 219 700 346) can be
used.

NOTE: For improve d overall perfor­mance and all season applications,
use XP-S 5W40 synthetic oil (P/N 293
600 039).

XP-S 5W40 Synthetic Oil
(P/N 293 600 039)

SAE 0W30

SAE 5W30

SAE 10W30

XP-S 10W40 Mineral Oil
(P/N 219 700 346)

SAE 15W40

SAE 20W50

Tem perature Range

50°C (122°F)

40°C (104°F)

30°C (86°F)

20°C (68°F)

10°C (50°F)

0°C (32°F)

- 10°C (14°F)

-20°C(-4°F)

- 30°C (- 22°F)

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RH SIDE OF ENGINE

1. Dipstick

With vehicle o n a level surface and
engine c old, not running, check the oil
level as follows:

1. Unscrew dipstick then remove it
and wipe clean.

2. Reinstall dipstick, screw i n it com­pletely.

3. Remove and check oil level. It
should be near or equal to the up­per mark.

1

3

2

Oil Level

CAUTION: Check level frequently
and refill if necessary. Do not over-
fill. Operating the engine with an
improper level may severely dam­age engine. Wipe off any spillage.

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TYPICAL

1. Full

2. Add

3. Operating range

To add oil, remov e the dipstick. Place
a funnel into the dipstick tube to avoid
spillage.

Add a sma ll amoun t of recommended
oil and recheck oil level.

Repeat the abov e procedures until
oil level reaches the dipstick's upper
mark. Do not overfill.

Properly tighten dipstick.

Gearbox Oil

Recommended Oil

Use XP-S chaincase oil (P/N 413 801

900) or an equivalent.

CAUTION: Do n ot use unrecom ­mended other types of oil when
servicing. Do not mix with other
types of oil.

To change gearbox oil, refer to MAIN­TENANCE section.

Engine Coolant

Recommended Coolant

Always use ethylene-glycol antifreeze
containing corrosion inhibitors specifi­cally for internal combustion aluminum
engines.

Cooling system must be filled with
BRP premixed coolant (P/N 219 7 00

362) or with distilled water and an­tifreeze solution (50% distilled water,
50% antifreeze).

Coolant Level

Gearbox Oil Level

CAUTION: Check level and refill if
necessary. Do not overfill. Oper­ating the gearbox with an improp­er level may severely damage gear­box. Wipe off any spillage.

Place the vehicle on a level surface.
Select NEUTRAL position then apply
parking brake.

Check the gearbox oil level by remov­ing the gearbox oil l ev el plug.

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1. Oil level plug

2. Oil drain plug

The oil should be level with the bottom
of the oil level hole. Refill as required
until gearbox o il level flows through oil
level hole.

WARNING



Check coolant level with engine
cold. Never add coolant in cool­ing system when engine is hot.

Remove access panel.

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1. Coolant reservoir

With vehicle on a level surface, liquid
should be between MIN. and MAX.
level marks of coolant r es erv oir.

NOTE: When checking level at tem ­perature lower than 20° C (68°F), it
may be slightly lower than MIN. mark.

AddcoolantuptoMAX.markifre­quired. Use a funnel to avoid spillage.
Do not overfill.

Properly reinstall and tighten filler cap
and reinstall access panel.

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If the coolant is added in the coolant
reservoir, check the level in the radia­tor too. Add coolant if necessary.

WARNING



In order to avoid getting burned,
do not remove the radiator cap if
theengineishot.

Brake Lever Fluid Reservoir

NOTE: A cooling system that fre-

quently requires coolant is th e indica­tion of leaks or engine problems. See
an authorized Can-Am dealer.

Coolant Replacement

Refer to MAINTENANCE section.

Brake Fluid

Recommended Fluid

Always use brake fluid m eeting the
specification DOT 4 only.

CAUTION: To avoid serious dam­age to the braking system, do not
use fluids other than the recom­mended one, nor mix different
fluids for topping up.

Fluid Level

With vehicle on a level surface, check
brake flui d in reservoirs for proper lev­el. They should be above MIN. mark.

Add fluid as required. Do not over fill.
Clean filler cap before removing .

CAUTION: UseonlyDOT4brake
fluid from a sealed container. Do
not use brake fluid taken from old
or already opened containers.

NOTE: A low level may indicate leaks

or worn brake pads. See an autho­rized Can-Am dealer.

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Turn steering in the straight-ahead
position to ensure reservoir is level.
Check the brake fluid level, the reser­voir is full when the fluid reaches of
the top of window.

Visually inspect lever boot condition.
Check for cracks, tears, etc. Replace
if damaged.

Brake Pedal Fluid Reservoir

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Battery

This veh icle is equipped with a dry
type battery that requires no mainte­nance.

Refer to MAINTENANCE for rem ov a l/
installation instructions.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

General

The transmission lever must be on
PARK or NEUTRAL to allow engine to
start.

NOTE: For your convenience, an over­ride mode allows the engine to be
started with the transmission lever in
any position. Press and h old the brak e
lever or the brake pedal w hile pressing
the engine start button.

To start t he engine, place the engine
stop switch to RU N, in sert the key in
the ignition switch and turn to ON po­sition, then press the engine start but­ton.

Pre-Operation Check

WARNING



The pre-operation check is very
important prior to operating the
vehicle. Always check th e prop­er operatio n of critical controls,
safety features and mechanical
components before starting. If
not done as specified here, severe
injury or death might occur.

Before using this vehicle, the operator
should always:

• Apply parking brake and check if it
operates properly.

• Check tire pressure and condition.

• Check wheels and bearings for
wear and damage.

• Check location of controls and en­sure they work properly.

• Verify if steering operates freely.

• Activate throttle c ontrol lever sever­al times to e ns ure it operates freely.
It must return to idle position when
released.

• Activate the brake lever and brake
pedal to mak e sure the brakes fully
apply. Lever and pedal must fully
return when released.

• Ensure transm iss ion lever is work­ing t hen reset in PARK position.

• Check fuel, oil and coo lant levels.

• Check for oil leaks on the engine/
transmission and d rive train compo­nents.

• Clean headlamps and taillight.

• Ensure front centra l panel and rear
storage compartment cover are
properly latched.

• Ensure seat is properly l atched.

• If you transport cargo, respect load
capacity. Ensure cargo is properly
secured to the cargo area eyelets.

• Look and feel for loose parts while
engine is off. Check fa s t eners .

• Ensure the path of travel is free of
persons and obstacles.

• Check operation of ignition switch,
engine start bu tto n, engine stop
switch, headlamps, taillight and in­dicator lights.

• Start engine, remove parking brake
and drive forward slowly a few feet
and apply all brakes individually to
test them.

• Check operation of 2WD/4WD se­lector.

Correct any problem you may have
found before riding. See an autho­rized Can-Am dealer as necessary.

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Starting the Engine

Insert key in ignition switch and turn to
ON position.

Place t he engine stop switch to RUN.
Press the engine start button and hold

until the engine starts.

CAUTION: Do not hold the engine
start button more than 30 seconds.
A rest period should b e observed
between the cranking cycles to le t
the starter cool down. Pay atten ­tion no t to discharge the ba ttery.

Release the engine start button imme­diately when the engine has started.

NOTE: If the battery is dead, engine
cannot be started. Have the battery
recharged or replaced.

Shifting the Transmission

Let engine idle to w a rm up.
Apply brakes and select the desired

gear range H or L.
NOTE: The brake must be applied

when the transmission lever is en­gaged in the park position.

Release b rakes.

CAUTION: Make sure parking brake
is fully disengaged before operat­ing the vehicle.

Gradually press the throttle lever to in­crease engine speed a nd thus engag­ing the continuously variable transmis­sion (CVT).

At the opposite, when th e throttle
lever is released, the engine speed
decreases.

Using the Reverse

CAUTION: When changing from
forward to reverse, or vice-versa,
always completely stop the vehicle
and apply the brake prior to moving
the transmission lever.

The same procedures as SHIFTING
THE TRANSMISSION above apply ex-

cept for the following.
Set the transmission lever in RE-

VERSE position.

2WD/4WD Selector

The 4WD mode may be selected
or des elected when the vehicle is
stopped.

CAUTION: The vehicle mu st be
stopped to engage or disengage
2WD/4WD selector. Mechanical
damage may occur if selector is en­gaged or disengaged while driving.

CAUTION: If the rear wheels are
spinning, release the throttle and
wait engine retu rn to the idle before
selecting the 4WD mode.

While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:

WARNING



Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in­jury or death.

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The 4WD mode is engaged when the
selector is pushed downwards.

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4WD MODE

To deselect the 4WD m ode, press the
selector on 2WD.

Stopping the Engin e

WARNING



Avoid parking on slope.

Release throttle and completely s top
the vehicle.

Apply the parking brake.
Set transmission lever in PARK posi-

tion.
Push the engine stop switch in OFF

position.
Turn key in i gnition switch to OFF po-

sition.
Remove key from ignition switch.

Post-Operation Care

When vehicle is used in salt-water
environment (bea ch area, l aunching/
loading boats etc.), rinsing the vehi­cle with fresh water is necessary to
preserve vehicle an d its components.
Metallic parts lubrication is highly rec­ommended. Use XP-S Lube (P/N 293
600 016) or an equivalent. This must
be performed at the end of each op­erating day.

When vehicle is opera ted in muddy
conditions, rinsing the vehicle is rec­ommended to pres erv e v ehicle and its
components and to keep lights clean.

NOTE: Never use a high pressure
washer to clean the vehicle. USE

LOW PRESSURE ONLY (like a gar­den hose). High pressure can cause

electrical or mecha nical damages.

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2WD MODE

When the selector is loca ted on the
2WD, the vehicle is in 2 wheel drive
at all time.

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SPECIAL PROCEDURES

Turn O ve r

When vehicle is turned over or stays
tilted on the side, replace the vehicle
in its normal operating position (on all
four wheels ) and wait 3 to 5 m inutes
before starting engine.

Before starting engine, check engine
oil level and refill if necessary. If the oil
pressure light stays ON after starting
engine, stop engine and see an autho­rized Ca n- Am dealer as soon as possi­ble.

Vehicle Immersion

Should the vehicle becom e imm ers ed,
it will be necessary to take it to an
authorized Can-Am dealer as soon as
possible. DO NOT START THE EN-

GINE!

CAUTION: Imme rsion of the vehi­cle can cause serious damage if the
correct restart pro ce dure is not fol­lowed.

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CARGO AND TRANSPORTATION

While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:

WARNING



Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in­jury or death.

Cargo

WARNING



The vehicle handling, stability and
braking distance are affected when
loading the rear cargo area and
using the vehicle. Correct loading
and weight distribution are there­fore important. Never overload,
tow o r carry cargo improperly. Al­ways ensure the c argo is safely
secured and properly distribut­ed on the rear cargo area b efore
operating the vehicle. Safely re­duce speed accord ing to terrain
conditions when carrying cargo
or pulling any equipment. Al­low greater distance for breaking.
Always secure cargo a s low as
possible on the rear cargo area
to reduce the effect of a higher
center of gravity. Failure to follow
the recommendations here could
cause changes in vehicle handling
which could lead to an ac cident re­sulting in severe injuries including
the possibility of death.

When transporting cargo on the vehi­cle, respect thes e maxim um loads.

MAXIMUM LOADS

Tota l
load
allowed

Rear
cargo
area

141 kg

(310 lb)

16 kg

(35 lb)

Includes driver, all
other loads and
added accessories.

Evenly distributed.

Transport ati on

When trans porting a vehicle, sec ure
vehicle to trailer or in pickup box with
suitable tie- downs. Using ordinary
ropes is not rec ommended.

WARNING

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V00A174

Never tip this vehicle on end for
transporting. We recommend that
you carry the vehicle in its nor­mal o pe rating position (on all four
wheels).

Select the PARK position and set the
parking brake.

Secure the vehicle by the front
bumper and rear bumper.

CAUTION: Attaching vehicle at oth­er locations may damage the vehi­cle.

Unload rear cargo area before trans­porting the vehicle.

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Front Location

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Rear Location

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WARNING



Do not tow this vehicle behind a
car or other vehicle. Use a trailer.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

ENGINE DOES NOT TUR N

1. Ignition switch is in the OFF position.

– Place switch to the ON position.

2. Engine stop switch.

– Make sure that engine stop switch is in ON position.

3. Transmission is not set on PARK or NEUTRAL.

– Set transmission either in PARK or in NEUTRAL or press the brake lever.

4. Burnt fuse.

– Check main fuse condition.

5. Weak battery or loose connections.

– Check charging system fuse.
– Check connections and term inals c onditi on.
– Have the battery checked.
– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

6. Wrong ignition key, speedomete r multifunction display shows INVALID
KEY.

– Use the proper key for this vehicle.

ENGINE TURNS OVER BUT FAILS TO START

1. Fl ooded engine (spark plug wet w hen removed).

– (Drowned mode) If the engine doe s not start and it is fuel-flooded, this s pe-

cial mode can be activated to prevent fuel injection and to cut ignition while
cranking. Proceed as follows:

• Ins ert key in ignition switch and turn to ON position.

• Press completely and HOLD thro ttle lever.

• P res s the engine START button.
The en gine should be crank ed for 2 0 seconds. Release engine START but­ton.
Release throttle l ever and start/crank engine again to allow starting.

If it does not work:

• Clean the spark plug caps area then remove them.

• Rem ov e the spark plugs (tools are supplied in tool kit).

• Cra nk engine several times.

• Ins ta ll new spark plugs if possible or clean and dry

• S tart engine as explained a bov e.
If engine continues to flood, see an authorized Can-Am dealer.
NOTE: Make sure to verify that there is no fuel i
engine oil.

2. No fuel to the engine (spark plug dry when r

– Check fue l ta nk level.
– A failure of the fuel pump may h
– Contact an authorized Can-

ave occurred.

Am dealer.

emoved).

spark plugs.

n engine oil, if so, replace

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ENGINETURNSOVERBUTFAILSTOSTART(cont’d)

3. Spark plug/ignition (no spark).

– Check main fuse condition.
– Remove spark plug then reconnect to ignition coil.
– Check that ignition swi tch and/or engine stop switch is/are at the ON posi-

tion.

– Start engine with s pa rk plug grounded to the e ngine away from spark plug

hole. If no spark appears, repla ce spark plug.

– If trouble persists, contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

4. Speedometer C HECK ENGINE indicator lamp is on and m ul tifunction dis­play shows CHECK ENGI NE.

– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

5. Engine is under a protection mode.

– Speedometer CHECK ENGINE i ndica tor lamp is on and multifunction display

shows CHECK ENGINE, contact a n autho rized Can-Am dealer.

ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER

1. Fouled or damaged spark plug.

– Check item ENGINE TURNS OVER B UT FAILS TO START.

2. Lac k of fuel to engine.

– Check item ENGINE TURNS OVER B UT FAILS TO START.

3. Engine is overheating.

– CHECK ENGINE indicator light will turn on and HI TEMP will appear in the

multifunction display.
Try the following:

• Check and clean radiator fins. See MAINTENANCE section.

• Reduce vehicle speed but try to keep vehicle moving to supply air to ra­diator. If engine is still overheating after approximately one minute, stop
vehicle and set transmission to PARK. Stop engine.

• Place the ignition switch to ON position (DO NOT RESTART ENGINE
YET). The radiator fan will cool the radi ator.

• Let engine cool down. Check coolant level and refill if possibl e. See EN-
GINE COOLANT.
See an authorized Can-Am dealer as soon as possible.

– If o verheating persists, contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

4. Air filter/housing plugged or dirty.

– Check air filter and clean if necessary.
– Check deposits in air filter ho us ing drain.
– Check the position o f the air intake tube.

5. CVT dirty or worn-out.

– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

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ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER (cont’d)

6. Engine is under a protection mode.

– Ckeck speedometer multifunction display for messages.
– Speedometer CHECK ENGINE indicator lamp is on and multifunction dis-

play shows CHECK EN GINE or LIMP HOME, contact an authorized Can-Am
dealer.

ENGINE BACKFIRE

1. Exhaust system leakage.

– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

2. Engine is running too hot.

– See ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER.

3. Ignition timing is incorrect or there is an ignition system failure.

– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

ENGINE MISFIRE

1. Fouled/damaged/worn spark plug.

– Clean/verify spark plug and heat range. Replace as required.

2. Water in fuel.

– Drain fuel system and refill with fresh fuel.

VEHICLE CANNOT REACH FULL SPEED

1. Engine.

– See ENGINE LACKS ACCELERATION OR POWER.

2. Parking brake.

– Ensure parking brake is completely removed.

3. Air filter/housing plugged or dirty.

– Check air filter and clean if necessary.
– Check deposits in air filter ho us ing drain.
– Check the position o f the air intake tube.

4. CVT dirty or worn-out.

– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

5. Engine is under a protection mode.

– Ckeck speedometer multifunction display for messages.
– Speedometer CHECK ENGINE indicator lamp is on and multifunction dis-

play shows CHECK EN GINE or LIMP HOME, contact an authorized Can-Am
dealer.

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TRANSMISSION LEVER IS HARD TO MOVE

1. Transmission gears are in a position that prevents the transmission lever
to work.

– Rock the vehicle back and forth to move the gears in the transmission and

allow the transmission lever to be set.

2. CVT dirty or worn-out.

– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

THE RPM INCREASES BUT THE VEHICLE DOES NOT MOVE

1. The transmission is on PARK or NEUTRAL position.

– Select the R, HI or LO position.

2. CVT dirty or worn-out.

– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

3.WaterintheCVThousing.

– Contact an authorized Can-Am dealer.

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SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLE MODEL RENEGADE

ENGINE

Type

Number of cylinder 2

Number of valves

Displacement 800 cc (48.82 cu. in)

Bore 91 mm (3.58 in)

Stroke 61.5 mm (2.42 in)

Compression ratio

Lubrication Wet sump with replaceable oi l filter

Exhaust system

Air f ilter Synthetic paper filter with foam

TRANSMISSION

Transmission

COOLING

Type Liquid cooled

Radiator Front mounted with t hermostatic fan

FUEL SYSTEM

Type

Idle speed ± 50 1250 RPM (not adjustable)

Fuel pump

ELECTRICAL

Magneto generator

Ignition type IDI (Inductive Di gital Ignition)

Ignition timing Not adjustable

Engine RPM limiter

Make Bosch

Type Electrical (in fuel tank)

Make Denso

Type

Forward RPM 8000

Reverse RPM 3200

4-stroke, V-twin, liquid cooled,

4-valves SOHC

8 valves with mechanical lifters

(adjustable)

10.3:1

Spark arrestor approved by

USDA Forest Service

Continuously Variable Transmission

(CVT), sub-transmission with high,

low, park, neutral and reverse

Electronic fuel injection with a

single throttle body (46 mm)

and 1 injector per cylinder

400 W @ 6000 RPM

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VEHICLE MODEL RENEGADE

ELECTRICAL (c ont'd)

Make NGK

Spark plug

Number of spark plug 2

Battery

Starting system

Headlamp bulb 4 x 60 W

Taillight bulb 8/26 W

Fuse

DRIVE TRAIN

Front differential

Rear axle Shaft driven/single differential

Turning radius 2.16 m (7 ft)

SUSPENSION

Front

Rear

Type

Gap 0.6 to 0.7 mm (.024 to .027 in)

Type Dry type battery

Volt 12 volts, 18 A•h

Electric start. Start on P, R, N, H or

L position (with brake applied)

(F1) Ignition coils 5 A

(F2) Fan 20 A

(F3) Fuel injectors 5 A

(F4) Speedometer/

speed sensor/
tail lamp

(F5) Fuel pump 7.5 A

(F6) Engine control

module (ECM)

(F7) Accessories 20 A

(F8) Main 30 A

(F9) Main accessories 30 A

Shaft driven/single auto-lock

differential (shear pump)

Type Double A-arm

Travel 229 m m (9 in)

Type TTI™ Independent

Travel 254 mm (10 in)

DCPR8E

7.5 A

5A

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VEHICLE MODEL RENEGADE

TIRES

Make/Type Carlisle Hole Shot ATR/Radial

Pressure

Size

WHEELS

Size

Wheel nuts torque

BRAKES

Front Hydraulic, 2 discs

Rear Hydraulic, 1 disc

Parking device

LOADING CAPACITY

Rear cargo area 16 kg (35 lb)

Total vehicle l oad allowed
(includes operator, all other loads and
added accessories)

GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating)

Towing capacity 591 kg (1300 lb)

DIMENSIONS

Dry w eight 270 kg (597 lb)

Overall length 2.18 m (86 in)

Overall width

Overall height 1.14 m (45 in)

Seat height

Wheel base 1.30 m (51 in)

Wheel track

Ground clearance

Weight distribution (front/

Up to
141 kg
(310 lb)

rear)

Front

Rear

Front 25 x 8 x 12

Rear 25 x 10 x 12

Front 12 x 6

Rear 12 x 7.5

Front 965 mm (38 in)

Rear 914 mm (36 in)

34.5 kPa (5 PSI) maximum
31 kPa (4.5 PSI) minimum

34.5 kPa (5 PSI) maximum
31 kPa (4.5 PSI) minimum

100 N•m (74 lbf•ft)

Park through transmission.

LH brake lever includes a parking brake

141 kg (310 lb)

476 kg (1050 lb)

1.17 m (46 in)

877 mm (34.5 in)

279 mm (11 in)

51/49%

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VEHICLE MODEL RENEGADE

LIQUIDS AND GREASES

Engine oil type

Gearbox oil type XP-S synthetic chaincase oil

Coolant

Type Regular unleaded gasoline

Fuel

Differential

Brake

Propeller shaft joint grease

CAPACITIES

Fuel tank 20 L (5.3 U.S. gal)

Engine

Gearbox oil 400 mL (14 U.S. oz)

Coolant 2.2 L (2.32 U.S. quarts)

Differential

Brake fluid

A:
RPM: Revolution Per Minute
USDA:
A•h:
W: Watt

Ampere

United States Department of Agriculture
Ampere hour

Octane

Front

Rear

Front

Rear 250 mL (8.5 U.S. oz)

Refer to OIL VISCOSITY CHART

Ethylene-glycol/water mix (50%
coolant, 50% distilled water). Use BRP
premixed coolant or a coolant specially

designed for aluminum engines

Outside North America: 92 RON

BRP differential oil (P/N 293 600 043)

or Synthetic oi l 75W90 ( API GL5)

SAE 5W30 API

classification SM, SL or SJ.

Inside North America:

(87 (R + M)/2) or higher

Brake fluid, DOT 4

Suspension synthetic grease

(P/N 293 550 033)

Oil change with filter:

2L(2.1U.S.quarts)

500 mL (17 U.S. oz)

250 mL (8.5 U.S. oz)

Because of our ongoing commitment to product quality and innovation, BRP re­serves the right, at any time, to m a k e c ha nges in design and specifications and/ or
to make additions to, or improvements in its produc ts without imposing any obli­gation upon itself to install them on its products previously manufactured.

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MAINTENANCE

INFORMATION

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MAINTENANCE CHART

The mai ntena nc e is very important, if you are not familiar with safe service prac­tices and a djustm ent procedures, see your a uthorized Can-Am dealer.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART

INITIAL INSPECTION 10 H OR 30 DAYS O R 300 km (185 mi)

(To be performed by an authorized Can-Am dealer. The initial

A: ADJUST
C: CLEAN
I: INSPECT
L: LUBRICATE
R: REPLACE

PART/TASK LEGEND

ENGINE

Engine oil level

(2)

Engineoilandfilter R R Customer

Valve adjustment I, A I, A Dealer

Engine mounting fasteners I I Dealer

(2)

Air filter

Exhaust system I I Dealer

Spark arrester C Customer

Condition of engine seals I I Dealer

(2)

Coolant

Cooling system pressure test I I Dealer

Radiator condition/cleanliness
(radiating fins)

(4)

ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

(1)

Sensors

Fault code reading

(1)

maintenance is very important and must not be neglected.)

25 H OR 750 km (470 mi)

50 H OR 1500 km ( 930 mi)

100 H OR 1 YEAR OR 3000 km (1865 mi)

200 H OR 2 YEARS OR 6000 km (3730 mi)

TO BE PERFORMED BY

EVERY RIDE Customer

(4)R(4)

C

Customer

(2) Pre-ride inspection item.
(3) Every 100 hours,

check coolant strength.

(4) More often under

severe use such dusty
area, sand, snow, wet
or muddy conditions.

II

(3)

RCustomer

I I Customer

I I Dealer

I I Dealer

(1) Emission-related

component.

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