MAINTENANCE PROCEDURESrmo2008-001-041_aTIRE TREAD WEAR1. Tread-wear limit indicatorA. Appropriate tread depthB. Minimum tread depth, replace tireIt is normal to see uneven wear on tiresdepending on how the vehicle is drivenand road conditions. The front tiresexternal or internal edges and the reartire center tread will wear unevenlydepending on if the vehicle is drivensmoothly or aggressively.Tire Rotation (Front)Rotate front tires when tread depthreaches 4 mm (5/32 in). This will maxi-mize tire life.WARNINGThe tires are designed to rotateonly in one direction. Do notswitch the left and right frontwheels. The tires must be dis-mounted from the wheels for tirerotation. If a tire is mounted on theincorrect side, you will have lesstraction and could lose control.CAUTION Do not hold the frontwheel spoke while attempting tospin the front wheel as your fingersmay be caught between the wheeland the brake caliper.Tire Registration FormIn the event of a tire recall, we can onlycontact you if we have your name andaddress. As a vehicle manufacturer,BRP keeps a record of the Tire Identi-fication Number (TIN) associated withthe Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)(seeVEHICLE IDENTIFICATION) andits current owner information.If you replace any tire on your vehi-cle, a "Tire Registration Form" must becompleted and sent to the tire manu-facturer consumer service group. The“Tire Registration Form” is available atan authorized Can-Am roadster dealer.BrakesWARNINGNew brakes will not operate attheir maximum efficiency untiltheir break-in is completed. Brak-ing performance may be reduced,so use extra caution. Brakes takeabout 300 km (200 mi) of ridingwith frequent braking to break-in.For riding with infrequent braking,allow extra time to break-in thebrakes.Brake Fluid Level VerificationUse only DOT 4 brake fluid from asealed container.Check the brake fluid level as follows:1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level sur-face.2. Unlatch and lift the seatOPENINGTHE SEAT.rmo2010-001-013_bTYPICAL1. Brake fluid reservoir134 ______________
