BRP Can-am Defender MAX Series Manual

Defender MAX Series (excluding European Union and United Kingdom)
Traxter MAX Series
OPERATOR’S
GUIDE
Includes Safety, Vehicle and Maintenance Information
2022
WARNING
Read this operator’s guide thoroughly. It contains important safety information.
Minimum recommended operator age: 16 or older with a valid driver’s license. Keep this op-
erator’s guide with the vehicle at all times.
The removal or modification of evaporative emission-related parts on this HRV is illegal.
Violators may be subject to civil and/or criminal penalties under California and federal law.
219002234 Original Instructions

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FFoorr yyoouurr ssaaffeettyy,, uunnddeerrssttaanndd aanndd ffoollllooww aallll tthhee wwaarrnniinnggss ccoonnttaaiinneedd iinn tthhiiss
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DDiissrreeggaarrddiinngg aannyy ooff tthhee ssaaffeettyy pprreeccaauuttiioonnss aanndd iinnssttrruuccttiioonnss ccoonnttaaiinneedd iinn
tthhee ooppeerraattoorr’’ss gguuiiddee,, SSAAFFEETTYY VVIIDDEEOO aanndd oonn--pprroodduucctt ssaaffeettyy llaabbeellss ccoouulldd
ccaauussee iinnjjuurryy iinncclluuddiinngg tthhee ppoossssiibbiilliittyy ooff ddeeaatthh..
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TThhiiss vveehhiiccllee mmaayy eexxcceeeedd tthhee ppeerrffoorrmmaannccee ooff ootthheerr vveehhiicclleess yyoouu mmaayy hhaavvee
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ddeeffeeccttss oorr ootthheerr rreepprroodduuccttiivvee hhaarrmm.. TToo mmiinniimmiizzee eexxppoossuurree,, aavvooiidd bbrreeaatthh--
iinngg eexxhhaauusstt,, ddoo nnoott iiddllee tthhee eennggiinnee eexxcceepptt aass nneecceessssaarryy,, sseerrvviiccee yyoouurr vvee--
hhiiccllee iinn aa wweellll--vveennttiillaatteedd aarreeaa aanndd wweeaarr gglloovveess oorr wwaasshh yyoouurr hhaannddss
ffrreeqquueennttllyy wwhheenn sseerrvviicciinngg yyoouurr vveehhiiccllee.. FFoorr mmoorree iinnffoorrmmaattiioonn ggoo ttoo
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Covered Models
Defender MAX HD7
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TTAABBLLEE OOFF CCOONNTTEENNTTSS
GGEENNEERRAALL IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
GGEENNEERRAALL IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN ..............................................................................................................................................1100
Know Before you Go.............................................................................10
Safety Messages..................................................................................10
About this Operator’s Guide...................................................................10
SSAAFFEETTYY IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
GGEENNEERRAALL PPRREECCAAUUTTIIOONNSS..............................................................................................................................................1144
Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.........................................................14
Avoid Gasoline Fires and Other Hazards ................................................14
Avoid Burns from Hot Parts ...................................................................14
Accessories and Modifications...............................................................14
SSAAFFEE OOPPEERRAATTIIOONN -- RREESSPPOONNSSIIBBIILLIITTIIEESS ..............................................................................................1166
Owner - Be Responsible........................................................................16
Operator - Be Qualified and Responsible................................................16
Riding Carefully ....................................................................................17
Occupant Restraint System ...................................................................18
Terrain Condition..................................................................................18
PPRREE--RRIIDDEE IINNSSPPEECCTTIIOONN ....................................................................................................................................................1199
Pre-Ride Inspection Check List .............................................................. 19
PPRREEPPAARREE TTOO RRIIDDEE ....................................................................................................................................................................2222
Before you Ride....................................................................................22
Riding Gear..........................................................................................22
AAVVOOIIDD AACCCCIIDDEENNTTSS....................................................................................................................................................................2255
Avoid Rollovers and Tipovers ................................................................25
Avoid Collisions....................................................................................26
RRIIDDIINNGG YYOOUURR VVEEHHIICCLLEE ....................................................................................................................................................2277
Practice Exercises ................................................................................27
Off-Road Operation ..............................................................................28
General Riding Techniques ...................................................................28
MMOOVVIINNGG LLOOAADDSS AANNDD DDOOIINNGG WWOORRKK ............................................................................................................3344
Working with Your Vehicle.....................................................................34
Carrying Loads.....................................................................................34
Hauling a Load .....................................................................................37
Pulling a Trailer ....................................................................................38
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT OONN--PPRROODDUUCCTT LLAABBEELLSS ((CCAANNAADDAA//UUNNIITTEEDD SSTTAATTEESS))..............3399
Safety Hang Tag...................................................................................39
Safety Labels .......................................................................................40
Molded Safety Pictogram ......................................................................54
Compliance HangTag ...........................................................................55
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT OONN--PPRROODDUUCCTT LLAABBEELLSS ((AALLLL CCOOUUNNTTRRIIEESS EEXXCCEEPPTT CCAANNAA--
DDAA//UUNNIITTEEDD SSTTAATTEESS))..............................................................................................................................................................5566
Safety Pictogram ..................................................................................56
Molded Safety Pictogram ......................................................................68

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RREEPPOORRTTIINNGG SSAAFFEETTYY DDEEFFEECCTTSS..........................................................................................................................6699
VVEEHHIICCLLEE IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
PPRRIIMMAARRYY CCOONNTTRROOLLSS ..........................................................................................................................................................7722
Steering Wheel.....................................................................................73
Accelerator Pedal .................................................................................73
Brake Pedal .........................................................................................73
Shift Lever............................................................................................73
SSEECCOONNDDAARRYY CCOONNTTRROOLLSS ..............................................................................................................................................7755
Ignition Switch and Keys .......................................................................77
2WD/4WD Switch .................................................................................78
Rear Differential Lock Switch .................................................................78
Keypad ................................................................................................79
Climate Controls...................................................................................79
Horn Switch (On applicable models).......................................................79
Winch Switch .......................................................................................80
Headlight Dimmer Switch ......................................................................80
Power Window Switches .......................................................................80
Wiper / Windshield Washer Switch.........................................................81
Audio ON/OFF Switch...........................................................................81
EEQQUUIIPPMMEENNTT..........................................................................................................................................................................................8822
Tilt Steering..........................................................................................82
Cup Holders.........................................................................................82
Passengers Handhold...........................................................................83
Storage Compartments .........................................................................83
Tool Kit ................................................................................................85
Footrests..............................................................................................85
Side Nets .............................................................................................85
Shoulder Guards ..................................................................................86
Seat Belts ............................................................................................86
Driver's Seat.........................................................................................87
Passenger Seats ..................................................................................87
Fuel Reservoir Cap...............................................................................87
Winch ..................................................................................................88
Cargo Box............................................................................................88
Cargo Box Tilt ......................................................................................88
Anchoring Hooks ..................................................................................89
Tailgate................................................................................................89
Trailer Hitch..........................................................................................89
12-Volt Power Outlets ...........................................................................90
USB Power Outlet.................................................................................90
Rock Sliders.........................................................................................90
Front Bumper .......................................................................................90
Brake Holding Mechanism.....................................................................90
Full Doors With Electric Windows...........................................................91
Windshield with Wiper...........................................................................92
Climate Control System.........................................................................93
Rear Deflector ......................................................................................96
Audio System.......................................................................................96
44..55”” DDIIGGIITTAALL DDIISSPPLLAAYY ......................................................................................................................................................110000
Multifunction Display...........................................................................100
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Warning Lamps and Indicators ............................................................ 101
Settings .............................................................................................102
77..66"" DDIIGGIITTAALL DDIISSPPLLAAYY ((KKEEYYPPAADD)) ..................................................................................................................110044
Basic Functions..................................................................................104
Settings .............................................................................................106
FFUUEELL..............................................................................................................................................................................................................110088
Fuel Requirements .............................................................................108
Vehicle Fueling Procedure ..................................................................108
BBRREEAAKK--IINN PPEERRIIOODD..................................................................................................................................................................111100
Operation During Break-In...................................................................110
BBAASSIICC PPRROOCCEEDDUURREESS........................................................................................................................................................111111
Starting the Engine .............................................................................111
Operating the Shift Lever.....................................................................111
Choosing the Correct Range (Low or High)........................................... 111
Stopping the Engine and Parking the Vehicle........................................ 112
Tips for Maximizing Drive Belt Durability ............................................... 112
SSPPEECCIIAALL PPRROOCCEEDDUURREESS ..............................................................................................................................................111133
Fuel Flooded Engine...........................................................................113
What to do if Water is Suspected to be in the CVT................................. 113
What to do if Battery is Drained Out...................................................... 113
What to Do if Vehicle Rolled Over ........................................................ 113
What to do if Vehicle is Submerged...................................................... 114
TTUUNNEE YYOOUURR RRIIDDEE ....................................................................................................................................................................111155
Suspension Adjustment ......................................................................115
DPS Function (If equipped) .................................................................115
TTRRAANNSSPPOORRTTIINNGG TTHHEE VVEEHHIICCLLEE........................................................................................................................111166
Using Vehicle Power to Climb Onto Trailering Equipment ...................... 117
Using a Winch to Pull Vehicle Onto Trailering Equipment ....................... 117
Securing Vehicle for Transport............................................................. 118
Getting Vehicle Out of Trailer............................................................... 118
LLIIFFTTIINNGG AANNDD SSUUPPPPOORRTTIINNGG TTHHEE VVEEHHIICCLLEE....................................................................................111199
Front of Vehicle ..................................................................................119
Rear of Vehicle...................................................................................119
MMAAIINNTTEENNAANNCCEE
MMAAIINNTTEENNAANNCCEE SSCCHHEEDDUULLEE ....................................................................................................................................112222
EPA Regulation - Canadian and USA Vehicles ..................................... 122
Air Filter Maintenance Guideline .......................................................... 122
Severe Duty Use ................................................................................123
Deep Mud / Water Use........................................................................124
Maintenance Schedule........................................................................124
MMAAIINNTTEENNAANNCCEE PPRROOCCEEDDUURREESS ........................................................................................................................113322
Engine Air Filter..................................................................................132
CVT Air Filter......................................................................................133
Evaporative Emission System Pre-Filter (If Equipped) ........................... 134
Engine Oil ..........................................................................................134
Oil Filter .............................................................................................137
Radiator.............................................................................................139
Engine Coolant...................................................................................140
Heating/Air Conditioning Air Filter (if equipped) ..................................... 142
Air Conditioning Compressor Belt ........................................................ 144
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Muffler and Spark Arrester................................................................... 144
Gearbox.............................................................................................145
Front Differential.................................................................................148
Rear Final Drive (Mono Cylinder Models Only)...................................... 149
CVT Cover .........................................................................................150
Drive Belt ...........................................................................................151
Drive and Driven Pulleys .....................................................................153
Spark Plugs........................................................................................153
Battery...............................................................................................154
Fuses and Fusible Links......................................................................154
Lights.................................................................................................157
Drive Shaft Bellow and Protector.......................................................... 158
Wheel Bearing....................................................................................158
Wheels and Tires................................................................................158
Suspensions ......................................................................................160
Brakes ...............................................................................................161
Seat Belts ..........................................................................................161
Doors.................................................................................................162
Cage .................................................................................................162
VVEEHHIICCLLEE CCAARREE ............................................................................................................................................................................116644
Post-Operation Care...........................................................................164
Vehicle Cleaning and Protection .......................................................... 164
SSTTOORRAAGGEE AANNDD PPRREESSEEAASSOONN PPRREEPPAARRAATTIIOONN ..........................................................................116655
TTEECCHHNNIICCAALL IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
VVEEHHIICCLLEE IIDDEENNTTIIFFIICCAATTIIOONN........................................................................................................................................116688
Vehicle Identification Number .............................................................. 168
Engine Identification Number (EIN) ...................................................... 168
Technical Information Hang Tag .......................................................... 169
Technical Information Label................................................................. 170
Compliance Label...............................................................................171
EEVVAAPPOORRAATTIIVVEE EEMMIISSSSIIOONN CCOONNTTRROOLL SSYYSSTTEEMM ......................................................................117722
NNOOIISSEE EEMMIISSSSIIOONN CCOONNTTRROOLL SSYYSSTTEEMM RREEGGUULLAATTIIOONN ..................................................117733
NNOOIISSEE EEMMIISSSSIIOONN AANNDD VVIIBBRRAATTIIOONN VVAALLUUEESS ((MMAACCHHIINNEERRYY DDIIRREECCTTIIVVEE
22000066//4422//EECC CCOOMMPPLLIIAANNCCEE MMOODDEELLSS))........................................................................................................117744
EEUU -- DDEECCLLAARRAATTIIOONN OOFF CCOONNFFOORRMMIITTYY..................................................................................................117755
UUKK –– DDEECCLLAARRAATTIIOONN OOFF CCOONNFFOORRMMIITTYY ................................................................................................117766
EEAACC DDEECCLLAARRAATTIIOONN OOFF CCOONNFFOORRMMIITTYY ................................................................................................117777
TTEECCHHNNIICCAALL SSPPEECCIIFFIICCAATTIIOONNSS
TTEECCHHNNIICCAALL SSPPEECCIIFFIICCAATTIIOONNSS ..........................................................................................................................118800
TTRROOUUBBLLEESSHHOOOOTTIINNGG
TTRROOUUBBLLEESSHHOOOOTTIINNGG GGUUIIDDEELLIINNEESS............................................................................................................119944
CVT Belt Is Slipping ............................................................................194
“–” Is Displayed On the Gearbox Position Display.................................. 194
Engine Does Not Turn.........................................................................194
Engine Turns Over But Fails To Start ................................................... 194
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Engine Lacks Acceleration or Power .................................................... 195
Engine Overheats...............................................................................196
Engine Misfire ....................................................................................196
The RPM Increases But the Vehicle Does Not Move ............................. 196
Partial or No Response From the Accelerator Pedal - Check Engine Is ON
and PPS Fault Message Is Displayed................................................... 197
AAUUDDIIOO SSYYSSTTEEMM –– TTRROOUUBBLLEESSHHOOOOTTIINNGGAA........................................................................................119988
Unit Does Not Turn On........................................................................198
System Will Not Power On...................................................................198
Amps Not Turning On .........................................................................198
No Audio Will Play ..............................................................................198
No Sound or Low Sound from a Specific Zone or All Zones .................... 198
Speakers Are Malfunctioning ............................................................... 198
Volume Knob Malfunctioning ............................................................... 198
DDIIGGIITTAALL DDIISSPPLLAAYY MMEESSSSAAGGEESS............................................................................................................................119999
WWAARRRRAANNTTYY
BBRRPP LLIIMMIITTEEDD WWAARRRRAANNTTYY UUSSAA AANNDD CCAANNAADDAA:: 22002222 CCAANN--AAMM®® SSSSVV ....220022
1) SCOPE OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................... 202
2) LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY ........................................................... 202
3) EXCLUSIONS – ARE NOT WARRANTED ....................................... 202
4) Warranty Coverage Period .............................................................. 203
5) CONDITIONS TO HAVE WARRANTY COVERAGE.......................... 203
6) WHAT TO DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE ...................... 204
7) WHAT BRP WILL DO......................................................................204
8) ADDITIONAL SUPPLIER WARRANTIES ......................................... 204
9) TRANSFER....................................................................................204
10) CONSUMER ASSISTANCE .......................................................... 204
UUSS EEPPAA EEMMIISSSSIIOONN -- RREELLAATTEEDD WWAARRRRAANNTTYY..................................................................................220055
EEmmiissssiioonn--RReellaatteedd WWaarrrraannttyy PPeerriioodd ..................................................205
CCoommppoonneennttss CCoovveerreedd.......................................................................205
LLiimmiitteedd AApppplliiccaabbiilliittyy .........................................................................206
CCAALLIIFFOORRNNIIAA EEVVAAPPOORRAATTIIVVEE EEMMIISSSSIIOONNSS CCOONNTTRROOLL WWAARRRRAANNTTYY
SSTTAATTEEMMEENNTT......................................................................................................................................................................................220088
Your Warranty Rights And Obligations ................................................. 209
OHRV Manufacturer’s Warranty Coverage ........................................... 209
Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities ....................................................... 210
BBRRPP IINNTTEERRNNAATTIIOONNAALL LLIIMMIITTEEDD WWAARRRRAANNTTYY:: 22002222 CCAANN--AAMM®® SSSSVV..........221111
1) SCOPE OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................... 211
2) LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY .......................................................... 211
3) EXCLUSIONS ARE NOT WARRANTED .......................................... 211
4) Warranty Coverage Period .............................................................. 212
5) CONDITIONS TO HAVE WARRANTY COVERAGE.......................... 213
6) WHAT TO DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE ..................... 214
7) WHAT BRP WILL DO......................................................................214
8) TRANSFER....................................................................................214
9) CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ............................................................ 214
BBRRPP LLIIMMIITTEEDD WWAARRRRAANNTTYY FFOORR TTHHEE EEUURROOPPEEAANN EECCOONNOOMMIICC AARREEAA,,
TTHHEE CCOOMMMMOONNWWEEAALLTTHH OOFF TTHHEE IINNDDEEPPEENNDDEENNTT SSTTAATTEESS AANNDD TTUURRKKEEYY::
22002222 CCAANN--AAMM®® SSSSVV................................................................................................................................................................221155
1) SCOPE OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................... 215
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2) LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY ........................................................... 215
3) EXCLUSIONS – ARE NOT WARRANTED........................................ 216
4) WARRANTY COVERAGE PERIOD ................................................. 216
5) CONDITIONS TO HAVE WARRANTY COVERAGE.......................... 217
6) WHAT TO DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE ...................... 217
7) WHAT BRP WILL DO......................................................................217
8) TRANSFER....................................................................................218
9) CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ............................................................218
MMAAIINNTTEENNAANNCCEE RREECCOORRDDSS........................................................................................................................................222200
CCUUSSTTOOMMEERR IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
PPRRIIVVAACCYY IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN..............................................................................................................................................222266
CCOONNTTAACCTT UUSS ..................................................................................................................................................................................222277
Asia Pacific ........................................................................................227
Europe, Middle East and Africa............................................................ 227
Latin America .....................................................................................227
North America ....................................................................................227
CCHHAANNGGEE OOFF AADDDDRREESSSS AANNDD OOWWNNEERRSSHHIIPP ....................................................................................222288
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GGEENNEERRAALL IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN

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GGEENNEERRAALL IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
Congratulations on your purchase of a
new Can-Am®side-by-side vehicle.
It's backed by the BRP limited war-
ranty and a network of authorized
Can-Am Off-road dealers ready to
provide the parts, accessories or serv-
ice you may require.
At delivery, you were informed of the
warranty coverage and signed the
Pre-delivery Check List to ensure your
new vehicle was prepared to your en-
tire satisfaction.
Your dealer is committed to your satis-
faction. If you need more information,
please ask your dealer.
KKnnooww BBeeffoorree yyoouu GGoo
To learn how to reduce the risk of ac-
cident for you or bystanders, read this
Operator's Guide before you operate
the vehicle.
Also, read all safety labels on your ve-
hicle and watch the
Safety Video lo-
cated at:
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ssaaffeettyy
Or use the following QR code.
This vehicle is for off-road use only. It
is mainly for general recreational use
but it may also be used for utility
purposes.
Failure to follow the warnings con-
tained in this Operator's Guide can re-
sult in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
SSaaffeettyy MMeessssaaggeess
The types of safety messages, what
they look like and how they are used
in this guide are explained as follows:
The safety alert symbol indicates a
potential injury hazard.
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IInnddiiccaatteess aa ppootteennttiiaall hhaazzaarrdd
wwhhiicchh,, iiff nnoott aavvooiiddeedd,, ccoouulldd rreessuulltt
iinn sseerriioouuss iinnjjuurryy oorr ddeeaatthh..
CCAAUUTTIIOONN
IInnddiiccaatteess aa hhaazzaarrddoouuss ssiittuuaattiioonn
wwhhiicchh,, iiff nnoott aavvooiiddeedd,, ccoouulldd rreessuulltt
iinn mmiinnoorr oorr mmooddeerraattee iinnjjuurryy..
NNOOTTIICCEE
IInnddiiccaatteess aann iinnssttrruuccttiioonn wwhhiicchh,, iiff
nnoott ffoolllloowweedd,, ccoouulldd rreessuulltt iinn ssee--
vveerreellyy ddaammaaggeedd vveehhiiccllee ccoommppoo--
nneennttss oorr ootthheerr pprrooppeerrttyy..
AAbboouutt tthhiiss OOppeerraattoorr’’ss GGuuiiddee
This Operator's Guide has been pre-
pared to acquaint the owner/operator
of a new vehicle with the various ve-
hicle controls, maintenance and safe
operating instructions. It is indispensa-
ble for the proper use of the product.
Keep this Operator's Guide in the ve-
hicle as you can refer to it for things
such as maintenance, troubleshooting
and instructing others.
Note that this guide is available in sev-
eral languages. In the event of any
discrepancy, the English version shall
prevail.
If you want to view and/or print an ex-
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The information contained in this
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publication. BRP, however, maintains
a policy of continuous improvement of
its products without imposing upon it-
self any obligation to install them on
products previously manufactured.
Due to late changes, some differen-
ces between the manufactured prod-
uct and the descriptions and/or
specifications in this guide may occur.
BRP reserves the right at any time to
discontinue or change specifications,
designs, features, models or equip-
ment without incurring any obligation
upon itself.
This Operator's Guide should remain
with the vehicle when it is sold.
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GENERAL INFORMATION

SAFETY INFORMATION 13
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All engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon
monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion and
eventually death.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that may be present
even if you do not see or smell any engine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon mon-
oxide can collect rapidly, and you can quickly be overcome and unable to save
yourself. Also, deadly levels of carbon monoxide can linger for hours or days in
enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. If you experience any symptoms of carbon
monoxide poisoning, leave the area immediately, get fresh air and seek medical
treatment.
To prevent serious injury or death from carbon monoxide:
– Never run the vehicle in poorly ventilated or partially enclosed areas such as
garages, carports or barns. Even if you try to ventilate engine exhaust with
fans or open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can rapidly reach danger-
ous levels.
– Never run the vehicle outdoors where engine exhaust can be drawn into a
building through openings such as windows and doors.
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Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. Fuel vapors can spread
and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet away from the engine. To reduce
the risk of fire or explosion, follow these instructions:
– Use only an approved gasoline container to store fuel.
– Never fill the gasoline container in the vehicle cargo box or on the vehicle - an
electrical static discharge may ignite the fuel.
– Strictly adhere to instructions in
Vehicle fueling procedure .
– Never start or operate the engine if the fuel cap is not properly installed.
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or death.
– Never siphon gasoline by mouth.
– If you swallow gasoline, get any in your eye(s), or inhale gasoline vapor, see
a doctor immediately.
If gasoline spills on you, wash with soap and water and change your clothes.
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Certain components like brake rotors and exhaust components become hot dur-
ing operation. Avoid contact with those parts during and shortly after operation to
avoid burn wounds.
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Any modifications or addition of accessories approved by BRP may affect the
handling of your vehicle. It is important to take the time to get familiar with the ve-
hicle once modifications are made to understand how to adapt your driving be-
havior accordingly.

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Avoid installing equipment not specifically approved by BRP for the vehicle and
avoid unauthorized modifications. These modifications and equipment have not
been tested by BRP and may create hazards. For example, they could:
– Create a loss of control and increase risk of crash
– Cause overheating or short circuits increasing the risk of fire or burn injuries
– Affect the protection features provided by the vehicle.
Your vehicle may also become illegal to ride.
As an example, installing an additional GPS or cell phone support may prevent
the driving capabilities of the vehicle and increase the risk of a loss of control.
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

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This is a high performance off-road vehicle. Operators must be responsible and
use care to avoid rollovers, tipovers, collisions, and other accidents. Even with
vehicle safety features (such as protective structure, seat belts, side nets, doors)
and protective gear (such as a helmet), there is always a risk of injury or death in
these accidents. To reduce the risk of serious injury or death, follow the rules in
this section.
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Read this Operator's Guide and watch the Safety Video . Refer to the link at the
beginning of the Operator's Guide.
Always inspect and confirm the safe operating condition of your vehicle prior to
ride. Always follow the maintenance schedule described in this Operator's Guide.
Never allow anyone to operate your vehicle unless they are responsible and can
be trusted with a high performance vehicle. Consider supervising new or young
operators and setting rules and limits (e.g., whether they can carry passengers,
what they may do with the vehicle, where they may ride, etc.) for anyone using
your vehicle.
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tion Switch and Keys
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environment.
Discuss the safety information with anyone who will be using the vehicle. Be sure
that all operators and passengers meet the qualifications below and agree to fol-
low the safety information. Help users become familiar with the vehicle.
We encourage you to have an Annual Safety Inspection of your vehicle. Please
contact an authorized BRP dealer for further details. Though not required, it is
recommended that an authorized BRP dealer performs the preseason prepara-
tion of your vehicle. Each visit to your authorized BRP dealer is a great opportu-
nity for your dealer to verify if your vehicle is included in any safety campaign.
We also urge you to visit your authorized BRP dealer in a timely manner if you
become aware of any safety related campaigns.
See an authorized BRP dealer for available accessories you may require.
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Read this Operator's Guide and watch the SAFETY video . Refer to the link at the
beginning of the Operator's Guide.
Become completely familiar with the operational controls and the general opera-
tion of the vehicle.
Take a training course if available (contact an authorized Can-Am dealer to find
out about training course availability as well as on the internet at http://www.roh-
va.org/), and perform the practice exercises in
Practice Exercises section. Prac-
tice driving in a suitable area free of hazards and feel the response of each
control. Drive at low speeds. Higher speeds require greater experience, knowl-
edge and suitable riding conditions.
Be at least 16 years of age.

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Be tall enough to be properly seated: back against the backrest with the seat belt
fastened, to hold the steering wheel with both hands and still be able to reach the
full stroke of brake and accelerator pedals with the right foot and to firmly plant
left foot on the footrest.
Have a proper driver's license in accordance with local laws.
Never use this vehicle with drugs or alcohol, or if tired or ill. These slow reaction
time and impair judgment.
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Only carry a maximum of five (5) passengers. The passengers must be properly
seated in the cockpit.
The passengers must be tall enough to always be properly seated: back against
the backrest with seat belt fastened, holding the handhold, and feet firmly planted
- for the front RH passenger, with right foot on the footrest and the left foot on the
vehicle floor, for the central passenger and the three rear passengers, with both
feet firmly planted on the floor.
Never carry passengers who have used drugs or alcohol, or are tired or ill. These
slow reaction time and impair judgment.
Instruct the passengers to read the vehicle’s safety labels.
Never carry passengers if you judge their ability or judgement insufficient to con-
centrate on the terrain conditions and adapt accordingly. More specifically for
side-by-side vehicles, the passenger must also pay constant attention to the ter-
rain ahead and be able to brace for bumps.
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– This vehicle handles differently from other vehicles. A collision or rollover can
occur quickly, during abrupt maneuvers such as doing sharp turns, accelera-
tion or deceleration and driving on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take
proper precautions.
– Never operate at excessive speeds. Always go at a speed that is proper for
the terrain, visibility, and operating conditions, and your experience.
– Never attempt jumps, side slides, donuts or any other stunts.
– Never attempt rapid acceleration or deceleration when performing a sharp
turn. This may result in a roll over.
– Never attempt skidding or sliding. If vehicle starts to skid or slide, counter
steer in the direction of skidding or sliding. On extremely slippery surfaces,
such as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of
skidding out of control.
– Always be sure there are no obstacles or people behind the vehicle when you
operate in reverse. Pay attention to blind spots. When it is safe to proceed in
reverse, go slowly.
– Never exceed the stated load limits for this vehicle. Cargo must be properly
secured. Reduce speed, allow for greater braking distance and follow other
instructions in
Moving Loads and Doing Work .
– Always remember that this vehicle is heavy! Its pure weight alone may entrap
you should it tip or rollover.
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– This vehicle is designed to carry one driver and up to five (5) passengers, all
wearing proper protective gears (refer to
Riding Gear in this section).
– All occupants must latch the doors or the side nets and wear the seat belts at
all times when riding.
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– This vehicle is not designed to ride on paved surfaces; if you must shortly use
the vehicle on such surfaces, avoid abrupt inputs to steering wheel, accelera-
tor and brake pedals.
– Always go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar terrain.
Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating this vehicle.
Take the time to learn how the vehicle performs in different environments.
– Never operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain until you have
learned and practiced the skills necessary to control this vehicle on such ter-
rain. Always be especially cautious on these kinds of terrain.
– Never operate this vehicle on hills too steep for the vehicle or your abilities.
Practice on small inclines.
– Always follow proper procedures for climbing or going down hills as described
in
Riding Your Vehicle . Check the terrain carefully before you start up or down
any hill. Never climb or descend hills with excessively slippery or loose surfa-
ces. Never go over the top of any hill at high speed.
– Never attempt steep hills or side hilling when pulling a trailer.
– Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area. Always follow
proper procedures when operating over obstacles as described in
Riding
Your Vehicle
.
– Never operate this vehicle in fast flowing water or in water deeper than speci-
fied in
Riding Your Vehicle . 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 brakes.
– Always ensure to properly park the vehicle on the flattest terrain section avail-
able. Put shift lever in PARK, stop engine and remove key before leaving the
vehicle.
– If parking on a slope is inevitable, Placing a large rock or similar object behind
a wheel to block it from moving is recommended.
– Never assume that the vehicle will go everywhere safely. Sudden changes in
terrain caused by holes, depressions, banks, softer or harder “ground” or oth-
er irregularities may cause the vehicle to topple or become unstable. To avoid
this, slow down and always observe the terrain ahead. If the vehicle does be-
gin to topple or rollover, the best advice is to immediately steer in the direction
of the rollover! Never attempt to prevent a rollover with your arms or legs. You
should keep your limbs inside the cage or ROPS (rollover protective
structure).
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