BRP 2007 Mini DS90 Manual

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This Operator’s Guide utilizes the following symbols to emphasize particular in-
formation:
The Safety Alert Symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
WARNING 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 information needed to fully complete an instruc-
tion.
WARNING
YOUR VEHICLE CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. A collision or rollover
can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and driv-
ing on hills or over obstacles, if you 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
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!
All safety documentation should remain with the vehicle at the time of sale.
All content of the Safety Information section should be interpreted by the reader
as a warning which, if not followed, may result in injury including the possibility
of death.
In Canada, products are distributed by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.
(BRP)
In USA, products are distributed by BRP US Inc.
The following trademarks are the property of Bombardier Recreational Prod-
ucts Inc.:
Can-Am™
DS90TM
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©2006 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. All rights reserved.

FOREWORD
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Can-Am™ ATV, category Y (youth
model). 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, your dealer would have ex-
plained the operation, maintenance and safety features of the vehicle. We trust
you have taken full advantage of this! If you need more complete servicing in-
formation, please ask your dealer.
At delivery, you were also informed of the warranty coverage and completed the
Warranty Registration 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 contact 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 any 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. Alsonotethatthe
guide is available in several languages.
The information and components/system descriptions contained in this docu-
ment are correct at the time of publication. BRP, however, maintains a policy
of continuous improvement of its products without imposing upon itself any obli-
gation to install them on products previously manufactured. Due to late changes,
some differences between the manufactured product and the descriptions and/or
specifications in this guide may occur. BRP reserves the right at any time to dis-
continue or change specifications, designs, features, models or equipment with-
out 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 LEFT indications in the text always refers to driving position
(when sitting on vehicle).
Specifications are given in the SI metric system with the SAE U.S. equivalent
in parenthesis. Where precise accuracy is not required, some conversions are
rounded off for easier use.
We recommend genuine BRP products for replacement parts and accessories.
They’ve been especially designed for your vehicle and manufactured to meet
BRP’s demanding standards.
ASHOP MANUAL can be obtained for complete service and maintenance infor-
mation and more repair information.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or
death.
NOTICE................................................................................ 5
Notice to Parents ................................................................ 6
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................... 7
SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES................................................... 10
OPERATION WARNINGS.......................................................... 13
RIDING THE VEHICLE.............................................................. 39
Pre-Operation Check ........................................................... 40
Clothing.......................................................................... 41
Carrying Loads .................................................................. 42
Recreational Riding ............................................................. 42
Environment..................................................................... 42
Design Limitation ............................................................... 43
Off-Highway Operation......................................................... 43
General Operating and Safety Precautions . ................................. 43
Uphill Driving .................................................................... 43
Downhill Driving ................................................................ 44
Side Hilling....................................................................... 44
Drop-Offs ........................................................................ 44
Riding Techniques .............................................................. 44
Routine Maintenance........................................................... 50
HANG TAG .......................................................................... 52
ON-PRODUCT LABELS............................................................ 53
VEHICLE INFORMATION
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR VEHICLE............................................. 58
NOISE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM REGULATION ....................... 59
EMISSION REQUIREMENTS ..................................................... 60
BREAK-IN PERIOD.................................................................. 61
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENT .................................... 62
1) Throttle Lever ................................................................ 63
2) Speed Limiter Screw ........................................................ 63
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3) Front Brake Lever............................................................ 64
4) Rear Brake Lever............................................................. 64
5) Parking Brake................................................................. 64
6) Multi-Function Switch ....................................................... 65
7) Ignition Switch ............................................................... 65
8) Choke Knob Lever ........................................................... 66
9) Fuel Tank Cap ................................................................ 66
10) Fuel Valve ................................................................... 66
11) Footpeg...................................................................... 67
12) Seat Latch Knob............................................................ 67
13) Fuse.......................................................................... 68
14) Kick Start Pedal............................................................. 68
LIQUIDS.............................................................................. 69
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..................................................... 71
General........................................................................... 71
Pre-Operation Check ........................................................... 71
Starting the Engine ............................................................. 71
Stopping the Engine............................................................ 72
Post-Operation Care............................................................ 72
SPECIAL PROCEDURES........................................................... 73
Turn Over ........................................................................ 73
Vehicle Immersion.............................................................. 73
TRANSPORTATION ................................................................ 74
TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................. 75
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................... 78
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
MAINTENANCE CHART........................................................... 82
GENERAL ............................................................................ 84
ENGINE/TRANSMISSION ........................................................ 85
Oil Change and Oil Filter Replacement....................................... 85
Valve Adjustment ............................................................... 85
Engine Breather................................................................. 85
FUEL SYSTEM ...................................................................... 87
Installation....................................................................... 87
Air Injection Valve Filter Cleaning ............................................. 87
ELECTRICAL......................................................................... 89
Battery ........................................................................... 89
Fuse.............................................................................. 89
DRIVE TRAIN........................................................................ 90
Drive Chain ...................................................................... 90
Wheel ............................................................................ 90
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Tires/Wheels .................................................................... 90
STEERING SYSTEM................................................................ 92
SUSPENSION....................................................................... 93
BODY/FRAME....................................................................... 95
Engine Compartment........................................................... 95
Fasteners ........................................................................ 95
Seat Latch ....................................................................... 95
STORAGE AND PRESEASON PREPARATION ................................. 96
WARRANTY
BRP LIMITED WARRANTY NORTH AMERICA: 2007 CAN-AMTM ATV..... 98
BRP INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY: 2007 CAN-AMTM ATV .... 102
PRIVACY OBLIGATION/DISCLAIMER......................................... 106
CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP ........................................ 107
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NOTICE
This Operator’s Guide has been prepared to acquaint the owner/operator of a
new vehicle with the various vehicle controls, maintenance and safe operating
instructions. It is indispensable for the proper use of the product.
This Operator’s Guide uses the following symbols.
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in-
jury or death.
CAUTION: Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, could severely
damage vehicle components.
NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an instruc-
tion.
Although the mere reading of such information does not eliminate the hazard, 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.
This vehicle is a youth model vehicle. It is designed to provide the following
speed.
– The DS90 provides a maximum restricted speed of 24 km (15 MPH).
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Notice to Parents
Review this Operator’s Guide with any vehicle's user.
Please take time with the children to review the instructions on its safe and prop-
er use, while pay attention to the on-product safety labeling before allowing them
to ride the vehicle.
Understand the controls and operation of the vehicle, carefully read the Opera-
tor’s Guide, pay attention to the on-product safety labeling and review them with
children before allowing them to ride the vehicle.
A child under 6 years old should never operate an ATV with an engine size 50 cc
or higher.
A child under 12 years old should never operate the DS90 or an ATV with an
engine size 70 cc or higher.
Always remember that your approach to safety influences the child.
WARNING
An ATV is not a toy.
• Children differ in skills, physical abilities and judgement. Some children
may not be able to operate an ATV safely
• Parents should supervise their children when they use of the vehicle at
all times.
• Parents should permit continued use only if they determine that the child
has the ability to operate the vehicle safely.
• No one under 16 years should operate an ATV without adult supervision
at all times and never allow continued use of the vehicle by a child if he
does not have the abilities, the strength or the judgement to operate it
safely.
• BRP recommends that all ATV riders take a training course. For safety
and training information, contact an authorized Can-Am dealer or call
the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America (SVIA) at 1 800 887–2887 or in
Canada, the Canada Safety Council (CSC) at 1 (613) 739–1535 ext. 227.
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INTRODUCTION
Your dealer should have provided you with some basic information on the par-
ticular controls and features of your new youth model 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 user or an experienced rider, it is important for your per-
sonal safety as well as passenger safety that you 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. Your 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 may radically change from time to time and from season to season.
Riding on sand is different than riding on snow or through forests or marshes.
Each location may require a greater degree of awareness and skill may not be
suitable with a passenger. Show good judgement. Always proceed with caution.
Please do not take any unnecessary risks that could leave you or your passenger
stranded or possibly injured.
The contents of this Operator’s Guide provide riding information which has been
proven reliable by other users. They are not intended 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 has been prepared to acquaint the owner/operator of a
new vehicle with the various vehicle controls, maintenance and safe operating
instructions. They are 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 SAFETY VIDEO or ON-PRODUCT WARNINGS LABELS.
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SAFETY
INFORMATION
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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES
THIS VEHICLE IS NOT A TOY AND
CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE.
This vehicle handles differently from
other vehicles including motorcycles
and cars. A collision or rollover can
occur quickly, even during routine ma-
neuvers such as turning and driving on
hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take
proper precautions.
SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can re-
sult if you do not follow these instruc-
tions:
Read this Operator’s Guide and all
on-product warning labels careful-
ly and follow the operating proce-
dures described. Watch and pay at-
tention to the SAFETY VIDEO be-
fore operation.
Never operate this vehicle without
proper instruction. Takeatrain-
ing course. All operators should
receive training from a certified
instructor. Contact an authorized
Can-Am dealer for more informa-
tions.
USA and Canada Only: to find
out about available training course
nearest you, call the Specialty Ve-
hicle Institute of America (SVIA) at
1 800 877–2887 or in Canada, the
Canada safety Council (CSC) at 1
(613) 739–1535 ext. 227.
Always follow this age recommen-
dation:
– A child under 6 years old should
never operate an ATV with engine
size 50 cc or greater.
– A child under 12 years old should
never operate an ATV with engine
size 70 cc or greater.
Never allow a child under age 16 to
operate a category “Y” (youth mod-
el) ATV without adult supervision,
and never allow continued use of an
ATV by a child if he does not have
the abilities to operate it safely.
Never carry a passenger on this ve-
hicle.
Never operate this vehicle on any
paved surfaces, including side-
walks, driveways, parking lots and
streets.
Never operate this vehicle on any
public street, road or highway, even
a dirt or gravel one.
Never take place on this vehicle
without wearing an approved hel-
met that fits properly. You should
also wear eye protection (goggles
or face shield), gloves, boots, long
sleeved shirt or jacket, and long
pants.
Never consume alcohol or drugs be-
fore or while riding this vehicle.
Never operate at excessive speeds.
Always go at a speed that is prop-
er for the terrain, visibility, and op-
erating conditions, and your experi-
ence.
Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or
other stunts.
Always inspect your vehicle each
time you use it to make sure it is in
safe operating condition. Always
follow the inspection and mainte-
nance procedures and schedules
described in this Operator’s Guide.
Always keep both hands on the
handlebars and both feet on the
footpegs of the vehicle during op-
eration.
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Always go slowly and be extra
careful when operating on unfa-
miliar terrain. Always be alert to
changing terrain conditions when
operating this vehicle.
Never operate on excessively
rough, slippery or loose terrain un-
til you have learned 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 described further in
this Operator’s Guide. Practice
turning at low speeds before at-
tempting to turn at faster speeds.
Do not turn at excessive speed.
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 Guide.
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 throt-
tle suddenly or make sudden gear
changes. Never go over the top of
any hill at high speed.
Always follow proper procedures
for going down hills and for brak-
ing on hills as described further in
this Operator’s Guide. Check the
terrain carefully before you start
down any hill. Shift your weight
backward. Never go down a hill at
high speed. Avoid going down a
hill at an angle that would cause the
vehicle to lean sharply 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 this Operator’s
Guide. Avoid hills with excessively
slippery or loose surfaces. Shift
your weight to the uphill side of
the vehicle. Never attempt to turn
the vehicle around on any hill un-
til you have mastered the turning
technique described in this Opera-
tor’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 special procedure for braking
described in this Operator’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 check for obstacles before
operating in a new area. Never at-
tempt to operate over large obsta-
cles, such as large rocks or fallen
trees. Always follow proper proce-
dures when operating over obsta-
cles as described further in this Op-
erator’s Guide.
Always be careful when skidding
or sliding. Learn to safely control
skidding or sliding by practicing at
low speeds and on level smooth
terrain. On extremely slippery sur-
faces, such as ice, go slowly and be
very cautious in order to reduce the
chance of skidding out of control.
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Never operate this vehicle in fast
flowing water or in water deeper
than that specified in this Opera-
tor’s Guide. Remember that wet
brakes may have reduced stopping
ability. Test your brakes after leav-
ing water. If necessary, apply them
several times to let friction dry out
the pads.
Always use the size and type tires
specified further in this Operator’s
Guide. Always maintain proper tire
pressure as described further in this
Operator’s Guide.
Never load a youth model vehicle.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
ABOUT ATV SAFETY, contact an
authorized Can-Am dealer to find
out about available training courses
nearest you.
USA and Canada Only: call the
Specialty Vehicle Institute of Amer-
ica (SVIA) at 1 800 877-2887 or in
Canada, the Canada safety Council
(CSC) at 1 [phone] ext. 227.
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OPERATION WARNINGS
While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:
WARNING
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: The following illustrations 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
V00A19Q
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Failure to follow the age recommendations for this vehicle.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Use by children of ATVs that are not recommended for their age 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
A child under 6 years old should never operate an ATV.
The DS90 is designed for children 12 years old and above.
No one under 16 should operate a category “Y” (youth model) ATV without
adult supervision.
Adults should never allow continued use of the vehicle by a child if he does
not the abilities, strength or judgement to operate it safely.
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WARNING
V00A02Q
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
V00A03Q
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating this vehicle on paved surfaces.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The tires are designed for off-road use only, not for use on pavement.
Paved surfaces 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 this vehicle on any paved surfaces, including sidewalks,
driveways, parking lots and streets.
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WARNING
V00A04Q
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 public 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 or highways.
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WARNING
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POTENTIAL HAZARD
Riding this vehicle without wearing an approved helmet, eye protection
and protective clothing.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
The following items concern all ATV's operator:
– riding without 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 accident and increases
the chances of a severe injury in the event of an accident
– riding without 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 should also wear:
– eye protection (goggles or face shield)
– gloves and boots,
– Iong sleeved shirt or jacket
–Iongpants.
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