MAINTENANCE PROCEDURESWEAR CONDITION REQUIREDACTIONGood conditionNoneHairline cracksMonitorconditionMinor chippingMonitorconditionOpened cracksReplace beltHook wearReplace beltMissing teethReplace beltBelt fabric worn,exposing internalcomponents Replace beltStone damageReplace beltNOTE: Hairline cracks do not requirethe replacement of the belt, but mustbe monitored closely — they may leadto opened cracks or missing teeth, re-quiring belt replacement. Damage tothe center of the belt will eventuallyrequire belt replacement, but whencracks extend to the edge of the belt,belt failure is imminent.When a drive belt is replaced, also re-place the sprockets to increase thelongevity of the new drive belt.Drive Belt TensionWhile riding, if you feel vibrations in thebelt or if the belt is skipping sprocketteeth, have the belt tension adjustedas soon as possible by an authorizedCan-Am roadster dealer.Engine OilNOTICE The procedures for check-ing the Spyder roadster oil level andreplacing oil are different from mostof the motor vehicles today. Prop-erly follow instructions provided inthis section.Recommended Engine OilThe same oil is used for the engine,gearbox, clutch, and the HCM in theSE5 model.Use the XPS SYNTHETIC BLEND OIL(SUMMER GRADE) (P/N 293 600 121)or a 5W 40 semi-synthetic (minimum)or synthetic motorcycle oil meetingthe requirements for API service SL,SJ, SH or SG classification. Alwayscheck the API service label on the oilcontainer.NOTICE To avoid damaging theclutch, do not use a motor oil meet-ing the API service SM or ILSAC GF-4classification. Clutch slippage willoccur.Engine Oil Level VerificationNOTICE To obtain a precise read-ing of the engine oil level, follow thisprocedure and make sure engine isat normal operating temperature.1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.2. Remove the LH middle side panel.Refer toBODY section.122 ______________
