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WARNING

Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained in this guide and on-product labels could cause 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.

This is a non-exhaustive list of trademarks that are the property of Bombardier

Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates:

Can-Am™

Spyder™ rmo2012-005 en AG

®™ and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates.

©2011 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. All rights reserved.

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of your new BRP Roadster Trailer RT-622.

It is backed by the BRP warranty and a network of authorized Can-Am roadster dealers ready to provide the parts or service you may require.

Know Before you Go

Read this guide and follow all instructions before installing or using this product.

Read the

VEHICLE OPERATOR'S

GUIDE

and all on-product warning labels carefully and follow the operating procedures described.

Failure to follow the warnings contained in this User's Guide can result in

SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.

About this User's Guide

The following guide will help you become better acquainted with your new trailer and its safe operation.

If you want to view and/or print an extra copy of this User's Guide, simply visit the following website: www.operatorsguide.brp.com

It is understood that this User's Guide may be translated into another language. In the event of any discrepancy, the English version shall prevail.

The information and components/system descriptions contained in this document are correct at the time of publication. BRP, however, maintains a policy of continuous improvement of its products without imposing upon itself any obligation 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 discontinue or change specifications, designs, features or equipment without 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.

Safety Messages

The types of safety messages, what they look like and how they are used in this guide are explained as follows:

WARNING

Indicates a potential hazard which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION Indicates a hazard situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE Indicates an instruction which, if not followed, could severely damage trailer components or other property.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Know Before you Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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About this User's Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Safety Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SAFETY INFORMATION

SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Important Warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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LOCATION OF THE SAFETY LABELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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PRE-RIDE INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

ATTACHING YOUR TRAILER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Coupling Trailer to Hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting Trailer Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

LOADING YOUR TRAILER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Opening and Closing the Covers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Maximum Load. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Load Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Inappropriate Cargo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Adjusting the Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

ON THE ROAD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Driving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Riding Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

TRAILER IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Coupler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Wheel Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Wheel Bearing Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Inner Fascias. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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INTRODUCTION

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES (cont’d)

Wiring Harness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Latches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Latch Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

STORAGE AND PRESEASON PREPARATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

TRAILER CARE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Trailer Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Trailer Waxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

WARRANTY

BRP LIMITED WARRANTY - USA AND CANADA: 2012 RT-622 ™

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CUSTOMER INFORMATION

PRIVACY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

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INTRODUCTION

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SAFETY

INFORMATION

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

Important Warnings

SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do not follow these instructions:

Before taking the first trip with the trailer coupled to a BRP roadster, it is recommended performing exercises as indicated in the

VEHICLE'S OPER-

ATOR'S GUIDE

to become familiar with different handling characteristics.

If you are planning to use this BRP roadster trailer with any other vehicle, make at least one short trial run. This will help you learn about the new behavior of your vehicle.

When riding, pay particular attention to the following:

– Do not use the cruise control.

– Use a longer following distance from the vehicle in front of you.

– When towing a trailer, more time and distance is needed when passing or stopping.

– Reduce your speed and slow down more than usual before turning and avoid sharp turns.

– When cornering, achieve the turn on a larger radius. It takes more space to turn with a trailer.

– Always move slowly when backing up. Ask someone to guide you when possible. Practice in an open area at the first opportunity.

– Be prepared for sudden changes in air pressure or wind buffering when trucks pass from either direction.

Slow down and keep a firm grip on handlebar. Do not apply brakes to correct trailer swaying. Continued pulling of the trailer provides a stabilizing force to correct swaying.

– When going downhill, reduce speed and shift into lower gears before starting down.

Loss of control of the trailer or trailer/roadster combination can result in death or serious injury. The most common causes of loss of control of the trailer are:

– Driving too fast for the conditions.

– Overloading the trailer or loading the trailer incorrectly.

– Trailer improperly coupled to the hitch.

– Inadequate towing hitch.

– Not maintaining proper tire pressure.

– Not keeping wheel lug nuts tight.

Always perform the pre-ride inspection for safe riding.

Maintain your trailer as per the maintenance schedule.

Important Information

WARNING

All safety rules should be followed as per

VEHICLE OPERATOR'S

GUIDE

, the specific instructions included in this guide should also be observed when using this trailer with a Can-Am™ Roadster.

Trailer

This BRP Roadster trailer RT-622 has been specially designed to be used with your Roadster Spyder™ in conjunction with the BRP Spyder hitch.

Hitch

Use only the hitch and the lights control module sold by BRP or an approved equivalent. The BRP hitch is specially designed to fit properly on the swing arm of Spyder Roadster.

NOTICE The use of a non-recommended light control module may lead to vehicle electrical system failure.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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The BRP hitch has an integrated damper to protect the vehicle's swing arm and the trailer.

WARNING

The use of hitch with an insufficient load rating can result in a loss of control and hitch breakdown.

NOTICE The use of a non-approved hitch may lead to rear swing arm failure.

Be sure the hitch ball size matches the coupler size.

Inspect the hitch for wear, corrosion and cracks before coupling. Replace the required components if any of the above conditions are observed.

WARNING

Do not tow whenever a component is defective.

SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES to ensure the trailer and the roadster remain stable during normal operation and it does not interfere with the VSS.

WARNING

Using this trailer with a non-recommended vehicle may lead to a loss of control.

Spyder RT SE5 Model

If this trailer is towed by a Spyder RT

SE5 model, the trailer mode must be activated to adapt gear changes. Refer to the Spyder RT Operator's Guide..

NOTICE If trailer mode is not activated when towing a trailer, engine components might be damaged.

Accessories and Modifications

We recommend genuine BRP products for replacement parts and accessories. They’ve been especially designed for your trailer and manufactured to meet BRP’s demanding standards.

Do not make unauthorized modifications, or use accessories that are not approved by BRP. Since these changes have not been tested by BRP, they may increase the risk of accidents or injuries, and they can make the trailer illegal for use.

NOTICE The coupling socket should not be allowed to rest on the ground where dirt and sand can enter the socket. This will lead to excessive wear or cause the locking mechanism to jam.

Ensure hitch is tight before coupling the trailer to the vehicle.

WARNING

An improperly coupled trailer can result in serious injury or death.

Never move the trailer with the tow vehicle until pre-ride inspection is completed.

Tow Vehicle

Even if this trailer is designed to be used with a Roadster Spyder, some models cannot tow a trailer. Each

Spyder is equipped with the vehicle stability system (VSS), it is important

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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LOCATION OF THE SAFETY LABELS

The following labels are on your trailer. If missing or damaged, they can be replaced free of charge. See an authorized Can-Am Roadster dealer.

Please read the following labels carefully before using your trailer.

NOTE: The illustrations of the trailer indicate the approximate locations of the labels. A dotted line indicates that the label is not on the outer surface, and that the covers must be opened to see the label.

704902271

WARNING LABEL rmo2010-005-001_a

1. Warning label location rmo2010-005-002_a

INSIDE REAR COVER

1. Tire pressure and trailer load location

704902102

TIRE PRESSURE AND TRAILER LOAD rmo2010-005-005_a

INSIDE LH REAR WHEEL HOUSING

1. Tire pressure and trailer load location

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PRE-RIDE INSPECTION

WARNING

Perform a pre-ride inspection before each use to detect potential problems during operation. The pre-ride inspection can help you monitor wear and deterioration before they become a problem. Correct any problems that you discover to reduce the risk of a breakdown or crash. See an authorized

Can-Am roadster dealer as necessary.

OPERATION

Check if coupler and hitch ball are the same size.

Check all fasteners and connections.

Check tires condition and if they are properly inflated.

Check tightness of wheel lug nuts.

Check if load is properly distributed.

Check if load is within maximum load carrying capacity.

Check if cargo is properly secured to make sure load will not shift during towing.

Check if coupler is latched.

Check if safety chains are crisscrossed under tongue and attached to hitch.

Check that all lights are in proper working order and they work with related components.

Clean all reflectors.

Make sure front and rear covers are properly latched.

When using with a Spyder RT SE5 model, make sure the multifunction gauge is set to trailer mode.

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PRE-RIDE INSPECTION

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

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ATTACHING YOUR TRAILER

Coupling Trailer to Hitch

1. Make sure hitch ball and coupler are the same size (the factory coupler accepts a 1-7/8 in hitch ball).

2. Back the tow vehicle as close as possible to the trailer. This is easier and safer than pulling the trailer to the vehicle.

3. Be sure the coupler-locking mechanism is released.

4. Raise the front end of the trailer. Position the coupler directly over the hitch ball and lower until it is all the way down.

6. Lock the coupler to the hitch ball.

Be sure the coupler is in the locked position and the locking pin is placed through the coupler-locking mechanism. Try to lift up the trailer tongue.

If it comes loose from the ball, unlock and start procedure again.

WARNING

If the coupler cannot be secured to hitch ball, do not tow the trailer.

Refer to an authorized Can-Am roadster dealer to have the trailer inspected.

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1. Hitch ball

2. Coupler

3. Coupler-locking mechanism in unlocked position

5. Check under the coupling to be certain that the ball clamp is below the ball and not resting on top of the ball.

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1. Coupler-locking mechanism in locked position

2. Locking pin

NOTE: At this point the tow vehicle and the trailer should be level.

Securing Trailer to Hitch

1. Attach safety chains to hitch. Attach the left chain to the bracket on the right side of hitch and the right chain to the left bracket.

NOTE: Chains should be crossed underneath the coupler with just enough slack to permit tight turns. Ensure chains will not drag on the ground.

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1. Ball clamp

2. Hitch ball in coupler

3. Coupler-locking mechanism in unlocked position

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ATTACHING YOUR TRAILER rmo2010-005-015_a

1. Left safety chain attaches on right side of hitch

2. Right safety chain attaches on left side of hitch

Connecting Trailer Lights

NOTICE To avoid damaging wiring harness, ensure the harness is not passed between chains.

1. Remove the protective cap from the vehicle trailer adapter.

NOTE: The vehicle trailer adapter is located on the left side of vehicle, under the rear side storage compartment.

2. Align the central pin of the trailer connector with the central hole of the vehicle trailer adapter.

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TRAILER CONNECTOR

1. Indexing mark

NOTE: Connector will drive slightly in the adapter.

4. If necessary, turn the locking ring of trailer connector to align its locking tabs with adapter notches and allow connector to be fully inserted in the adapter.

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1. Adapter notch

2. Locking ring tab

5. Turn the locking ring clockwise to lock the trailer connector to the vehicle adapter.

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1. Vehicle trailer adapter

2. Central hole

3. Trailer connector

4. Central pin

3. Place the trailer connector indexing mark toward vehicle.

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1. Locking ring in lock position

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LOADING YOUR TRAILER

Opening and Closing the

Covers

Opening Covers

The trailer is equipped with two covers to facilitate the loading or the unloading of the cargo. The rear cover stays open with the help of 2 cover struts.

This strip is located inside the trailer, on the front cover latch mechanism.

To open the front cover from inside, just pull on the strip to open it.

Closing Covers

Simply close the cover and press gently near the locking pin to lock it.

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1. Front cover

2. Rear cover

The front and the rear covers can be opened separately by pulling one of the opening latches locates on the back of trailer.

NOTE: A key barrel is supplied in the glove box of your Spyder RT. This allows to use the vehicle key for the trailer.

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1. Press here to lock the front cover

2. Press here to lock the rear cover

Maximum Load

WARNING

Exceeding the maximum towed weight can seriously affect handling or cause damage to the vehicle and trailer. Always respect the maximum load allowed. Failure to follow the recommendations could affect the vehicle handling and lead to loss of control.

The quantity of cargo inside the trailer compartment may vary according to the object weight.

The maximum cargo weight allow for this trailer is

68 kg (150 lb).

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1. Front cover opening latch

2. Rear cover opening latch

3. Optional key barrel

Emergency Front Cover Strip

In case of a person shut oneself in the trailer, an emergency strip has been installed to open the front cover from the inside.

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WARNING

Even if the trailer capacity is 622 L

(165 U.S. gal.), never use this capacity as a guide to determine if the trailer is enough or not enough load. Always use cargo weight.

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MAXIMUM

CARGO WEIGHT

68 kg (150 lb)

LOADING YOUR TRAILER

The most effective way to guard against swaying is proper distribution of the cargo. Position 55% of cargo weight forward of trailer axle and 45% to rear of the trailer axle.

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A. 68 kg (150 lb)

NOTICE Exceeding the maximum towed weight can damage vehicle or trailer.

Load Distribution

WARNING

The vehicle handling, stability, acceleration and braking distance are affected when towing a trailer.

Correct loading and weight distribution are important.

Never overload, tow or carry cargo improperly. Failure to follow the recommendations could affect the vehicle handling and lead to loss of control.

Since the road can be bumpy, place the cargo so that it does not shift while the trailer is being towed. Always secure cargo as low as possible in the trailer.

WARNING

Shifting cargo can result in loss of control.

Improper weight distribution in trailer can cause a trailer swaying (sway from side to side).

Load distribution has a direct effect on tongue weight and handling. More weight at the tongue reduces steering control. Less weight at the tongue can render the trailer unstable and make it sway.

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For partial load, place cargo at front.

If the maximum tongue weight is reached, distribute remaining cargo toward rear.

MAXIMUM

TONGUE WEIGHT

18 kg (40 lb) rmo2010-005-018_a

A. 18 kg (40 lb)

Tongue Weight

A spring weighting scale can be used to measure the weight at the tongue when it is not latched to the hitch.

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LOADING YOUR TRAILER

Adjusting the Suspension

Unloaded Trailer Spring Preload

1. Lift the rear of the trailer until shock absorbers are fully extended. Make sure both wheels stay on ground.

2. While shock absorbers are extended, measure the height between the fender edge and the ground.

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1. Spring weighting sale

2. Coupler

If necessary, redistribute the weight in the trailer to meet the maximum allowable tongue weight.

Inappropriate Cargo

NOTICE Avoid transporting heavy parts with sharp edges that could damage the trailer.

Do not transport flammable, explosive, poisonous or other dangerous materials in the trailer. An empty or partially full container is just as dangerous as a full one. Flammables may explode or ignite because of vehicle movement, road vibrations or cargo shifting.

Never load cargo on the outside of the trailer. These items may be ejected and cause a roadway hazard.

Do not load with cargo that prevents closure of the trailer covers.

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WARNING

Never carry passengers in the back of any trailer. Passengers in the trailer risk injury due to shifting cargo, asphyxiation and lack of collision protection.

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A. Suspension height

3. Lower trailer and using the same measurement points, measure the height again.

The difference between both measures should be approximately

25 mm to 32 mm (1 in to 1.25 in).

Increase or decrease spring preload to be within this recommended range. See

SPRING PRELOAD ADJUSTMENT

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Loaded Trailer Spring Preload

Before beginning, adjust the unloaded trailer spring preload. See procedure above.

1. While the trailer is empty, measure the height between the fender edge and the ground.

2. Load the trailer. Make sure to respect the maximum load allowed for the trailer, the tongue weight and the load distribution.

3. Using the same measurement points, measure the height again.

The difference between both measures should be approximately

19 mm to 25 mm (.75 in to 1 in).

In-

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crease or decrease spring preload to be within this recommended range. See

SPRING PRELOAD ADJUSTMENT

.

Spring Preload Adjustment

NOTE: This procedure should be performed with an unloaded trailer.

The suspension can be adjusted for a softer or stiffer ride.

To adjust spring preload do the following:

1. Remove a wheel.

1.1

Loosen wheel lug nuts.

1.2

Install a jack under trailer frame.

NOTICE Make sure to place the jack under frame and not under trailer shell.

Severe damages will occur if the trailer is raised by its shell.

1.3

Remove the four wheel lug nuts.

1.4

Remove the wheel.

2. Using the vehicle suspension adjustment tool, turn cam appropriately to increase or decrease spring preload.

LOADING YOUR TRAILER

WARNING

The left and right shock adjustment must always be set to the same position.

Uneven adjustment can result in loss of control and can lead to an accident.

3. Reinstall wheel and tighten lug nuts to the specified torque in a crisscross sequence.

TIGHTENING TORQUE

Wheel lug nuts

105 N•m ± 15 N•m

(77 lbf•ft ± 11 lbf•ft)

4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 on the other side of trailer.

5. Make at least one short trial run before taking a ride to confirm suspension calibration and to become familiar with different handling characteristics.

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1. To increase preload

2. To decrease preload

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ON THE ROAD

Driving Tips

Crosswinds and air turbulence caused when crossing or being passed by can disrupt the steering and make the trailer to sway. To minimize the effect, do not make quick steering or braking corrections. Reduce speed slowly and stay in your way.

If a wheel goes off the paved roadway,

DO NOT steer sharply and DO NOT brake. Let off the gas handle and slow down below 40 km/h (25 MPH). Then steer gradually back onto the roadway.

Proceed with caution entering traffic.

When possible, avoid swerving, twist and turns, sharp and abrupt turns as well as sudden braking. This could cause the trailer to jackknife. It is easier to unstabilize an empty trailer.

Try to anticipate the riding ahead to avoid having to backup with a trailer.

When accelerating, it is normal to shift at a higher RPM to avoid loading excessively the engine.

NOTICE Avoid spinning the rear wheel. Rocks or pebbles could be projected on the trailer and damage it.

Flat tire

A sudden bumping or "swaying" may occur. DO NOT induce hard braking.

Slowly pull over in a safe area.

Riding Speed

With ideal road conditions, the maximum speed to safely towing this trailer should never exceed maximum speed road. Always respect speed limit all time.

WARNING

Driving too fast for conditions can result in serious loss of control and cause injury or death. Decrease vehicle speed as road, weather or lighting conditions deteriorate.

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TRAILER IDENTIFICATION

The trailer is identified by a serial number. It may sometimes become necessary to locate this number for warranty purposes or to trace the trailer in the event of theft.

The serial number is located on the frame and can be saw by the LH rear wheel housing.

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WHEEL REMOVED FOR CLARITY PURPOSE

ONLY

1. Trailer serial number

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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS

Your safety is very important to BRP. If you have any concerns you should immediately contact BRP's customer service.

In the USA, if you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National

Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BRP.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in any individual problems between you, your dealer or Bombardier Recreational Products Inc.

To contact NHTSA:

By phone: Safety Hotline toll-free:

1 888-327-4236 (TTY: 1 800-424-9153)

By mail: Administrator NHTSA

400 7 th Street SW

Washington DC 20590

By E-mail: www.safercar.gov

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the website www.safercar.gov

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Maintenance is very important for keeping your trailer in safe operating condition. The maintenance schedule does not exempt the pre-ride inspection.

Every year:

– Check coupler condition and tighten coupler fasteners.

– Check tires condition and wear.

– Inspect wheels for damages.

– Check wheel bearing seals.

– Check cover latches operation and lubricate cables if necessary.

– Check tightness of frame fasteners.

Every 12 000 km (7,500 mi):

– Verify and grease wheel hub bearings.

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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

This section includes instructions for basic maintenance procedures. If you have the necessary mechanical skills and the required tools, you can perform these procedures. If not, see your authorized Can-Am Roadster dealer.

Tire Inspection

Replace the tire before towing the trailer if the tire tread has less than

1.6 mm (1/16 in) depth or if the built-in wear indicator bars are visible and flush with the remainder of the tire tread.

Inspect both sidewalls of each tire for any bubble, cut or bulge; and replace a damaged tire before towing the trailer.

WARNING

Torque wrench tightening specifications must be strictly adhered to.

Locking devices (e.g.: locking tabs, elastic stop nuts, cotter pins, etc.) must be replaced.

WARNING

A bubble, cut or bulge in the sidewall can result in a tire blowout and loss of control which can lead to serious injury or death.

Hoses, cables or locking ties removed during a procedure must be reinstalled as per factory standards.

Wheels

Coupler

Coupler Inspection

Check tightness of coupler bolts. If bolts are loose, check coupler and tongue for damage. Retighten bolts to the specified torque.

Wheel Inspection

Check wheel for cracks, bumps or other damages. Replace wheel as required.

Wheel Bearings

TIGHTENING TORQUE

Coupler bolts

48 N•m ± 6 N•m

(35 lbf•ft ± 4 lbf•ft)

Wheel Bearing Inspection

Install a jack under trailer frame.

NOTICE Make sure to place the jack under frame and not under trailer shell. Severe damages will occur if the trailer is raised by its shell.

Check locking mechanism operation.

Lubricate and adjust as required.

Tires

Tire Pressure

Check tires pressure. Tire pressure must be checked while the tire is cold.

NOTE: Do not check the tire pressure immediately after towing the trailer.

Allow at least three hours for a tire to cool, if the trailer has been towed for as much as 1.6 km (1 mi).

Cold tire

Push and pull the wheel from the upper edge to feel the play.

If any play is felt, replace wheel hub bearings. See

MENT

.

BEARING REPLACE-

Check if the wheel turns freely. If wheel is hard to turn, lubricate or replace wheel bearings.

TIRE PRESSURE

241 kPa (35 PSI)

Wheel Bearing Lubrication

1. Remove wheel hub, refer to

WHEEL HUB REMOVAL

.

2. Clean the deteriorated grease from the bearings and the hub internal.

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3. Check seal condition. Replace it if necessary.

4. Fill the bearings with hi-temp bearing grease NLGI-2 or an equivalent.

NOTICE Do not fill up more than

20% of the cave between the bearings.

5. Install wheel hub as explained in

WHEEL HUB INSTALLATION

.

NOTICE Strictly adhere to the installation procedure.

6. Install wheel and tighten lug nuts to the specified torque in a crisscross sequence.

TIGHTENING TORQUE

Wheel lug nuts

105 N•m ± 15 N•m

(77 lbf•ft ± 11 lbf•ft)

Wheel Hub Removal

NOTE: Bearings are not available as spare parts. When bearing replacement is required, replace wheel hub as an assembly.

1. Install a jack under trailer frame.

NOTICE Make sure to place the jack under frame and not under trailer shell. Severe damage will occur if the trailer is raised by its shell.

2. Remove the wheel.

3. Remove the protective cap.

4. Remove and discard the cotter pin.

5. Remove the wheel hub nut and washer.

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1. Protective cap

2. Cotter pin

3. Wheel hub nut

4. Washer

6. Remove the wheel hub from the spindle and discard it.

Wheel Hub Installation

1. Fill the bearings with the hi-temp bearing grease NLGI-2 or an equivalent.

NOTICE Do not fill up more than

20% of the cave between the bearings.

2. Place hub on the spindle and secure it loosely using the hub nut and its washer.

Adjust the bearing preload as follows:

1. Seat bearings by tightening hub nut while turning the hub.

TIGHTENING TORQUE

(FOR BEARING SEATING ONLY)

Wheel hub nut

17 N•m ± 2 N•m

(150 lbf• in ± 18 lbf• in )

NOTICE This is a preliminary tightening to seat the bearings only.

2. Loosen hub nut approximately 1/2 turn

3. Finger tighten hub nut

4. Align the closest nut slot with the spindle hole by turning nut clockwise.

5. Install a NEW cotter pin.

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NOTE: Both sides of the cotter pin must be folded.

Wheel Bearing Seal

Wheel Bearing Seal Inspection

Check if the seal leaks excessively or is damaged. A slight film of grease around the seal is normal. Adding a lot of grease under normal operation, indicates a defective seal and they must be replaced.

Inner Fascias

LH Inner Fascia Removal

1. Open rear cover.

2. Remove plastic rivets and screws retaining the LH inner fascia.

NOTE: Lift the carpet to reach bottom screw.

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1. Plastic rivets

2. Retaining screws

3. Remove the RH fascia from trailer.

LH and RH Inner Fascias Installation

The installation of the inner fascias is essentially the reverse of the removal procedure.

Finger tight all inner fascia screws.

Lights

Rear Light Module Replacement

The rear light modules are built with

LEDs (light emitting diode) and this technology proved to be reliable. In the unlikely event they do not work, the rear light module must be replaced completely. See an authorized

Can-Am Roadster dealer.

Position Light Replacement

The position lights are built with LEDs.

The complete light must be replaced.

LEDs are not available separately.

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1. Plastic rivets

2. Retaining screws

3. Remove the LH fascia from the trailer.

RH Inner Fascia Removal

1. Remove the LH inner fascia. See

LH INNER FASCIA REMOVAL

.

2. Remove plastic rivets and screws retaining the RH inner fascia.

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1. Position lights (LH side view)

1. Remove inner fascias. Refer to

NER FASCIA

in this section.

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2. Remove bolts and nuts securing position light to trailer body.

3. Unplug both connectors.

2. Pull out the lens.

3. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.

4. Install the new bulb by pushing it in.

5. Reinstall the lens.

Wiring Harness

Wiring Harness Inspection

Check trailer harness and connector for damages. Repair or replace as required.

Wiring and Connector Identification

When making wiring or connector repairs, follow the diagram below to identify the appropriate and necessary connections.

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1. Position light connectors

4. Pull out the position light.

5. Insert wires of the new position light through the trailer body hole.

6. Connect the connectors (match color).

7. Secure the light on trailer body with previously removed bolts and nuts.

8. Tighten nuts to the specified torque.

TIGHTENING TORQUE

Position light nuts

5 N•m ± 0.5 N•m

(44 lbf• in ± 4 lbf• in )

9. Reinstall inner fascias. Refer to

NER FASCIA

in this section.

IN-

License Plate Light Replacement

1. Remove the lens screws with a

Phillips head screwdriver.

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1. License plate light

2. License plate lens screws

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TRAILER CONNECTORS

1. Black

2. Brown

3. Green

4. Yellow

NOTE: Pin identifiers are located on the square connectors.

CONNECTOR

P1 P2

WIRE

COLOR

FUNCTION

A

B

H

J

1

2

3

4

BLACK

BROWN

GREEN

YELLOW

Ground

Tail light

RH brake/ turn signal

LH brake/ turn signal

C, D,

E, F, G

Not used

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

Latches

Latch Inspection

Check cover latches operation. If a latch is hard or do not return in place by itself, lubricate it.

Latch Lubrication

Lubricate latch using XPS LUBE

(P/N 293 600 016) or a similar product.

Latch Cables

Latch Cable Lubrication

Latch cables must be lubricated with a silicon lubricant such as the CABLE

LUBRICANT (P/N 293 600 041) sold by

BRP.

NOTICE Using another type of lubricant could cause the cable sticking or stiffness.

1. Remove inner fascias. Refer to

NER FASCIAS

in this section.

IN-

2. Remove protective plate over rear lock.

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1. Protective plate

3. Detach cable from the rear locking mechanism.

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1. Rear latch cable

4. Install a CABLE LUBER (P/N 529

035 738) on the end of the cable.

529035738

5. Insert the needle of spray can in the cable luber hole.

NOTE: Place a rag around the cable luber to prevent the lubricant splash.

6. Put the lubricant until it passes through the cable.

7. Reinstall the cable.

7.1

Ask someone to pull and hold the opening latch.

7.2

Look if the lock, inside locking mechanism, still visible.

7.3

If the lock still visible, cable adjustment is required. Do not close cover until cable adjustment is done.

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1. Locking mechanism

2. Lock

3. Cable adjuster

8. Detach latch cable from the front locking mechanism.

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1. Front latch cable

9. Repeat steps 4 to 7.

10. Spray a little quantity of lubricant on the locking mechanism then install the protective plate.

11. Tighten protective plate screws to the specified torque.

TIGHTENING TORQUE

Protective plate screws

10 N•m ± 2 N•m

(89 lbf• in ± 18 lbf• in )

Latch Cable Adjustment

Pull the cable and turn the adjuster until the inner lock is not visible in the mechanism opening.

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STORAGE AND PRESEASON PREPARATION

If trailer will not be in use for several months, the following steps will help insure proper performance when removed from storage and extend trailer life.

– If possible, park trailer in a protected area, garage, carport, etc.

– Service or repack wheel bearings according to maintenance instructions.

– Raise trailer and place blocks under trailer frame to take most of the weight off trailer shocks and tires.

– Inflate tires to recommended pressure.

– Lubricate all moving parts.

– Tighten loose fasteners and connections.

– Touch up all scratches and spots of rust.

– Apply DIELECTRIC GREASE

(P/N 293 550 004) in all electric connectors and bulb socket to prevent corrosion.

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TRAILER CARE

Trailer Cleaning

1. Rinse the trailer thoroughly with water to remove loose dirt.

2. Using a soft, clean cloth, wash the trailer with water mixed with a mild detergent, such as soap specially formulated for motorcycles or automobiles.

NOTE: Using warm water works well to remove bugs.

3. While washing the trailer, check for grease or oil. You can use

XPS MULTI-PURPOSE CLEANER

(P/N 219 701 709) or a mild automotive degreaser. Thoroughly follow the manufacturer's instructions.

4. Dry the trailer with a chamois or a soft towel.

Trailer Waxing

Apply only nonabrasive wax safe for clear coat paints on glossy finishes.

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WARRANTY

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BRP LIMITED WARRANTY - USA AND CANADA:

2012 RT-622

TRAILER

1. SCOPE OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY

Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (“BRP”) TM * warrants its model-year 2012

RT-622 trailer ("Trailer") sold by authorized Spyder® Dealers (as defined below) in the fifty United States and in Canada from defects in material or workmanship for the period and under the conditions described below. This limited warranty will become null and void if the Trailer has been altered or modified in such a way so as to adversely affect its operation, performance or durability, or has been altered or modified to change its intended use.

All genuine Trailer parts and accessories installed on the Trailer by an authorized

Spyder Dealer at the time of delivery of the Trailer will carry the same warranty as that of the Trailer.

2. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY GIVEN AND ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF ANY

AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING

WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FIT-

NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT

BE DISCLAIMED, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION

TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. INCIDENTAL AND CONSE-

QUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS

WARRANTY. SOME STATES/PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW FOR THE DIS-

CLAIMERS, LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE, AS A

RESULT, THEY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU

SPECIFIC RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS

WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE, OR PROVINCE TO PROVINCE.

Neither the distributor, any Spyder Dealer nor any other person has been authorized to make any affirmation, representation or warranty regarding the Trailer, other than those contained in this limited warranty, and if made, shall not be enforceable against BRP. BRP reserves the right to modify this warranty at any time, being understood that such modification will not alter the warranty conditions applicable to the Trailer and in effect when purchased.

3. EXCLUSIONS – ARE NOT WARRANTED

The following are not warranted under any circumstances:

– Normal wear and tear.

– Routine maintenance items, tune ups, adjustments.

– Damages related to the appearance of the Trailer, including without limitation scratches, dents, fading, flaking, and peeling.

– Damage caused by failure to provide proper maintenance or storage, as described in the Operator's Guide.

– Damage resulting from removal of parts, improper repairs, improper service or improper maintenance, modifications, alterations that are outside of the original specifications of the Trailer, or damage resulting from repairs done by a person that is not an authorized servicing Spyder Dealer.

– Damage resulting from the installation of parts with specifications that differ from the original Trailer parts, such as, without limitation, different tires or wheels.

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– Damage caused by abuse, abnormal use, neglect, or operation of the product in a manner inconsistent with the recommended operation described in the Operator’s Guide.

– Damage resulting from accident, road hazards, submersion, fire, theft, vandalism or any act of God.

– Damage resulting from corrosion from road salts, environmental influences or treatment contrary to the Operator’s Guide.

– Incidental or consequential damages, including without limitation towing, storage, telephone, rental, taxi, inconvenience, insurance coverage, loan payments, loss of time or loss of income.

4. WARRANTY COVERAGE PERIOD

This warranty will be in effect from the date of delivery to the first retail consumer or the date the Trailer is first put into use, whichever occurs first and for the following period:

1. TWENTY-FOUR (24) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS for private use owners.

2. TWELVE (12) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS for commercial use. A Trailer is used commercially when it is used in connection with any work or employment that generates income during any part of the warranty period. A Trailer is also used commercially when, at any point during the warranty period, it is licensed for commercial use.

The repair or replacement of parts or the performance of service under this warranty does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original expiration date.

5. CONDITIONS TO HAVE WARRANTY COVERAGE

This warranty coverage is available only if each of the following conditions has been fulfilled:

– The Trailer must be purchased as new and unused by its first owner from a

Spyder dealer authorized to distribute Trailers in the country in which the sale occurred (“Spyder Dealer”).

– The BRP specified pre-delivery inspection process must be completed, documented and signed by the purchaser.

– The Trailer must have undergone proper warranty registration by an authorized

Spyder Dealer.

– The Trailer must be purchased in the country in which the purchaser resides.

– Routine maintenance outlined in the Operator’s Guide must be timely performed in order to maintain warranty coverage. BRP reserves the right to make warranty coverage contingent upon proof of proper maintenance.

BRP will not honor this limited warranty to any private use owner or commercial use owner if one of the preceding conditions has not been met. Such limitations are necessary in order to allow BRP to preserve both the safety of its products, and also that of its consumers and the general public.

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6. WHAT TO DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE

The customer must cease using the Trailer upon the appearance of an anomaly.

The customer must notify a servicing Spyder Dealer within two (2) days of the appearance of a defect, and provide it with reasonable access to the product and reasonable opportunity to repair it. The customer must also present to the authorized Spyder Dealer proof of purchase of the product and must sign the repair/work order prior to starting the repair in order to validate the warranty repair.

All parts replaced under this limited warranty become the property of BRP.

7. WHAT BRP WILL DO

BRP’s obligations under this warranty are limited to, at its sole discretion, repairing parts found defective under normal use, maintenance and service, or replacing such parts with new genuine Trailer parts without charge for parts and labor, at any authorized Spyder Dealer during the warranty coverage period under the conditions described herein. No claim of breach of warranty shall be the cause for cancellation or rescission of the sale of the Trailer to the owner.

In the event that service is required outside of the country of original sale, the owner will bear responsibility for any additional charges due to local practices and conditions, such as, but not limited to, freight, insurance, taxes, license fees, import duties, and any and all other financial charges, including those levied by governments, states, territories and their respective agencies.

BRP reserves the right to improve or modify products from time to time without assuming any obligation to modify any products previously manufactured.

8. TRANSFER

If the ownership of a Trailer is transferred during the warranty coverage period, this warranty shall also be transferred and be valid for the remaining coverage period provided that BRP is notified of such transfer of ownership in the following way:

1. The former owner contacts BRP (at the phone number provided below) or an authorized Spyder Dealer and gives the coordinates of the new owner; or

2. BRP or an authorized Spyder Dealer receives a proof that the former owner agreed to the transfer of ownership, in addition to the coordinates of the new owner.

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9. CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

In the event of a controversy or a dispute in connection with this limited warranty,

BRP suggests that you try to resolve the issue at the dealership level. We recommend discussing the issue with the authorized Spyder Dealer's service manager or owner.

If the issue has not yet been resolved, please submit your complaint in writing or call the appropriate number below:

IN CANADA:

BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL

PRODUCTS INC.

SPYDER ROADSTER

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER

75 J.-A. BOMBARDIER STREET

SHERBROOKE QC J1L 1W3

Tel.: 819 566-3366

IN USA:

BRP US INC.

SPYDER ROADSTER

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER

7575 BOMBARDIER COURT

WAUSAU WI 54401

Tel.: 715 848-4957

* In the USA, products are distributed and serviced by BRP US Inc.

© 2011 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. All rights reserved.

™ Trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates.

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FOR PRODUCTS SOLD IN AUSTRALIA ONLY

"Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian

Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure."

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PRIVACY INFORMATION

BRP wishes to inform you that your coordinates will be used for safety and warranty related purposes. Furthermore, BRP and its affiliates may use its customer list to distribute marketing and promotional information about BRP and related products.

To exercise your right to consult or correct your data, or to be removed from the addressee-list for direct marketing, please contact BRP.

By E-mail: [email protected]

By mail: BRP

Senior Legal Counsel-Privacy Officer

726 St-Joseph

Valcourt QC

Canada

J0E 2L0

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CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP

If your address has changed or if you are the new owner of the boat, be sure to notify BRP by either:

– Mailing one of the following card below;

– North America only: calling at 715 848-4957 (USA) or 819 566-3366 (Canada);

– Contacting an authorized BRP distributor/dealer.

In case of change of ownership, please join a proof that the former owner agreed to the transfer.

Notifying BRP, even after the expiration of the limited warranty, is very important as it enables BRP to reach the boat owner if necessary, like when safety recalls are initiated. It is the owner’s responsibility to notify BRP.

STOLEN UNITS: In the event that your boat is stolen, you should notify your area’s distributor warranty department of such. We will ask you to provide your name, address, phone number, Hull Identification Number and date it was stolen.

In North America

BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC.

Warranty Department

75 J.-A. Bombardier Street

Sherbrooke QC J1L 1W3

Canada

Scandinavian Countries

BRP FINLAND OY

Service Department

Isoaavantie 7

FIN-96320 Rovaniemi

Tel.: + 358 16 3208 111

Other Areas in the World except Scandinavian Countries

BRP EUROPEAN DISTRIBUTION

Warranty Department

Chemin de Messidor 5-7

1006 Lausanne

Switzerland

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