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    Default Spyder troubles

    Took my 2014 RTS Spyder(SE6) into the dealer because the frunk would not latch after opening.
    Turns out there is am ignition recall to cover this and another issue of the key not going into the ignition.

    We long story short, the tech put it on the computer to check it out after completing the switch replacement.
    They are receiving an error code about clutch not working and the tech's or BRP cannot figure it out.

    I am at wits end with this since I only have 850 miles on the clock and we are leaving for a week long trip to Arkansas in a week.

    Anyone else have this problem?
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    The ignition switch/frunk cable is now a known issue. Mine is in the shop today to finally replace the cable. It only took two weeks for them to ship the cable second day air here.

    To access the cable, they have to take the whole front end off. I looked at the set up when they had it all apart a couple weeks ago. There are lots of wires and connections that can get messed up. It is possible your computer glitch is due to forgetting to plug something in or plugging something in wrongly.

    These machines are touchy and picky, a small error can light up the computer.

    Hope you get the problem solved quickly.

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    The clutch is a new wrinkle...
    I was talking with Ratttigan_Roger about error codes, and he said that BRP has added a whole slew of new ones just for the clutch engagement and lockup system...
    Good Luck; please let us know what they find!
    2010 RT A&C, RT-L, RT-L , Orbital Blue, Cognac, Jet Black

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    Quote Originally Posted by MS JETSON View Post
    Took my 2014 RTS Spyder(SE6) into the dealer because the frunk would not latch after opening.
    Turns out there is am ignition recall to cover this and another issue of the key not going into the ignition.

    We long story short, the tech put it on the computer to check it out after completing the switch replacement.
    They are receiving an error code about clutch not working and the tech's or BRP cannot figure it out.

    I am at wits end with this since I only have 850 miles on the clock and we are leaving for a week long trip to Arkansas in a week.

    Anyone else have this problem?
    Just got a call from the shop. My Spyder is fixed.
    Turned out to be a computer issue with the computer they connected to the Spyder.
    Ms Jetson
    2021 Spyder RT Limited Chaulk/Dark
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    Drivers Backrest, K.O.T.T. Grills, Lamonster Handlebar riser

    Past rides; 2007 Lehman Jackal, 2014 Spyder RTS

    Flatlands of South Dakota
    Lennox,SD

    2014 RT , Congac

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    Thank Goodness!
    Now, you can enjoy your trip to Arkansas!
    2010 RT A&C, RT-L, RT-L , Orbital Blue, Cognac, Jet Black

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    Default Great news..!

    the ignition we all kniw but not the clutch glad they caught that and that you will be good to go on your trip..be safe and enjoy..
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