FLUIDS
Clutch Fluid (SM5 Model)
Recommended Clutch Fluid
Use DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container.
An opened container may be contaminated or may
have absorbed moisture from the air.
Clutch Fluid Level Verification
NOTE:
The clutch fluid reservoir is located on the
left side of handlebar.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface.
2. Look inside the window on top of the reservoir
to see whether the fluid is visible.
NOTE:
If necessary, use a flashlight or shake the
handlebars.
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1. Clutch fluid reservoir window
3. If fluid is not visible, add recommended clutch
fluid.
Engine Coolant
WARNING
When opening the reservoir, the coolant can
be very hot and spray out if the engine is
hot. In order to avoid getting burned, check
coolant level when engine is cold.
Recommended Coolant
The cooling system must be filled with distilled
water and antifreeze solution (50% distilled water,
50% antifreeze).
For best performance,
use
BRP
PREMIXED
COOLANT (P/N 219 700 362)
.
Coolant Level Verification
1. Park vehicle on a firm level surface.
2. Check coolant level on the right hand side.
3. Ensure that coolant is visible without exceeding
the MAX. level mark.
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1. Coolant MAX. level mark
2. Coolant must be visible
4. If required, add recommended coolant until it
is visible in the reservoir without exceeding the
MAX. level mark. Use a funnel to avoid spillage.
Do not overfill.
Brake Fluid
WARNING
Avoid contact of brake fluid with skin or eyes
because it may cause severe burns. In case
of contact with the skin, wash thoroughly. In
case of contact with the eyes, immediately
rinse with plenty of water for at least 10 min-
utes and then consult a doctor immediately.
NOTICE
Do not overfill brake fluid reservoir.
Recommended Fluid
Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed con-
tainer. An opened container may be contaminated
or may have absorbed moisture from the air.
NOTICE
To avoid serious damage to the brak-
ing system, do not use non-recommended flu-
ids. Brake fluid can damage plastic and painted
surface. Handle with care.
Brake Fluid Level Verification
1. Park vehicle on a firm level surface.
2. Remove reservoir caps.
PREDELIVERY
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