Picked up my new oil change access panel and grill

[smoky]

Oil change....

Well, been doing my first dyi oil change on RT S today (actually the past two days) and replacing the new lower panel which is supposed to make oil changes easier in the future. It's not a complicated process but boy, is it a process! Quite labor intensive. But, again, once you do it, its almost second nature the next time around.

I debated long and hard about removing the drain plug for the transmission but after reading several posts about not doing so, decided to leave it in place. Put in my initial three quarts of Amsoil and immediately got oil pressure. I had decided earlier to use exisiting washers and o rings except for the new transmission oil filter. Had no leaks, so I topped it off with total of 4.5 quarts of oil and am ready for the world. I fully expect with the Amsoil to probably change oil only once yearly but, again, the more I ride the more I like it.

With the tupperware off you get a full view of all the engineering that goes into a Spyder and garnish a greater appreciation of that engineering. I left the undercarriage cover just below the oil resevoir off for easier access to future oil changes as recommended by knowledgeable persons on this board.

I am looking forward to my future mods which include front Elka shocks and Lamont's foot rests. With that I will be the happiest Spyder rider in the country!
:bowdown:smoky

 

[clueless]

I guess local dealer has to call in your coupon and they order your panel.

they said they will only install the panel 1/2 labor $45 or it would be free with an oil change. no way to get panel and give them back old panel for free.

so we will wait until end of the ride season and have them do the final oil change before putting the spyder away for winter. coupon doesnt expire until spring 2013.

 

[ulflyer]

Folks, I gave the dealer $130 yesterday and heres what I got in return:
New panel installed free,
New transmission cover, filter, O ring,
New filter for motor and O ring,
New crush washers for two drain plugs and a
Grease job for front end.

I furnished my own oil. It also included a bunch of checks: tires, lug nut torque, etc.

Had I skipped these minor checks, which I would have had I understood in advance, I could have shaved about $30 off the price. Seems like a fair price to me.

 

[Sluggo]

I agree. I had the coupon and it was free but it was check up time also..

 

[JRWW]

New Access Panel

I've been reading the thread re the new access panel, has anyone got a picture. Here is Australia I'm still wainting for further information. The new Oil filter and HCM Filter are available.

Regards
John

 

[JRWW]

Thanks Lamont,
I'll follow up with my dealer.

Regards
John

 

[mnefred]

Oil change panel

The replacement part is a new grill and the bottom matt black bottom panel.
You don't have to replace if if you don't to, that's up to you.

Here's a pic of the new parts on the floor and the old ones on the Spyder.

I must be dense today, but I'm not seeing the difference. Are you able to remove this new panel with out pulling the ones above?

 

[ulflyer]

Mark, It was installed on mine a couple days ago but I didn't see it before it was installed. I think you still have to remove the lower air wing and then the grill, afterwhich you can bend out the black panel to access the transmission filter. Either that or the panel can be pulled completely off. Won't know till I do my next oil change in 4K miles.

 

[Firefly]

I must be dense today, but I'm not seeing the difference. Are you able to remove this new panel with out pulling the ones above?

Yes. That is exactly the point of the new panel. Lamont also posted a photo of them side by side where you can see the difference in the mounting tabs.

 

[PHATZ]

oil change, when you say voucher are you speaking the letter they sent out in the mai

when you say voucher are you speaking the letter they sent out in the mail.

Some more info I was able to gather.

1. When maintenance done by dealer, panels are automatically free of charges for consumer. If maintenance done by consumer, it is dealer's prerogative to decide if panels will be charged or not. Please note that BRP does not have control over dealer's decision to charge for panels or not.


2. Dealers don't have panels in stock, therefore it is very important to contact dealer to order panels prior to show up to dealership. Don't forget to mention that you will do the change of panels yourself. Also, reinforce that the new panels should be install at the next maintenance.


3. In terms of availability of panels at the dealership, be aware that dealer may decide to prioritize customers that will perform their maintenance at dealership.


4. 1 voucher per unit. If not installed properly or damaged during installation, it won't be replaced free of charges and/or not be covered under Warranty.

 

[Lamonster]

Yes. That is exactly the point of the new panel. Lamont also posted a photo of them side by side where you can see the difference in the mounting tabs.

 

[pwilbarger]

Dropped my RT-S off at Honda East this morning for 9k service. I actually have 10.6 k on it. They do not have the new panels nor the new filters. I was told they just got their letter. Hopefully they'll have them the next time.

UPDATE (7-28-12): I posted to a thread by Honda East about the extended oil change interval asking abt new filters and panel. The responder told me he talked with the service manager and I'll be getting the new filters and panel. I just have to bring in the voucher.


Spyder Phyl

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[mnefred]

Oil change panel

Thanks for the pic's Lamont!! Do we still want to leave the bottom panel off?

 

[Olddood]

Oil change panel

Is this a body panel we're talking about changing? I've got a wrap on my machine and this is not a welcome change if it's body panel replacement

 

[Olddood]

Oil change Panel

Duh for me. What a bonehead question. I just saw the picture just above my post. Just goes to prove that there are stupid questions after all LOL. Have a good one guys and gals.

 

[ulflyer]

Olddood: Had mine done last tuesday and didn't realize till yesterday, while checking oil level, that the grill now simply lifts out. They've done away with the push pins that held the old ones in, and it makes it easier to check your oil as well without bashing knuckles on rough edges.

I think that with removal of one bolt and one push pin the lower air foil will come off, releasing that lower black panel to make it easier to get at the transmission filter. Won't know for sure till its time for next oil change.

If so, it will save a lot of aggrivation taking all the upper panels and RW mirror off. I've done my oil/filter changes from 600 mi on and now have 16K on it, so it will make changing a breeze...well maybe a tiny breeze.

 

[DR Buck]

We got the letter and voucher, but evidently BRP forgot to send the plan to all their dealers. Went in for my 600 mi. And presented a list of squawks and requested the panel. They had no idea of what I was talking about. I had to show them the voucher to prove I wasn't making it up, they said they'd look into it. Now, do they owe me, or do I have to wait for 4600 more mi to get it done?:hun:

I agree. Just had my 3000 mile service and handed the service guy my coupon and was told to keep it and according the service voucher, ther were no panels changed. I was told I got the new oil canester though. Now do I wait another 4500 miles or go back and ask what gives?

 

[SpyderMarkus]

Not getting the 'good feeling' vibe after Spyder service maintenance

Nearly same story here... Just got 3K service change and was told that BRP purchased all of their old oil filters and they are now using the new filters. When finished, I asked whether any software updates were performed since I thought there was a throttle update and I also asked when our next service was due. Was told that he didn't know if any updates were done but if it was due, it was performed automatically while hooked up to BUDS and our next service was due @ 6K. When I ask specifically IF a software update was done, he looked up and saw that there was one scheduled and should have been done (not sure how I can check to make sure) and when I asked about the new maintenance schedule with new filters, he said it would start AFTER the 6K service. Also, while looking for maintenance updates, he said something about a radio update which he would have to order the part for... I'm taking the Spyder in tomorrow for a front latch issue and will ask again about all of these issues.... Might need to start looking for a new servicing location!!

 

[Firefly]

I think many are jumping the gun and just need to be patient and wait for the dealer network to get up to speed on these new panels. Give it some time and dealers will eventually know about all this.

In the meantime, perhaps we can contact BRP and see if they would consider just selling these kits to us do-it-yourselfers ?

All I really want is a part number for the kit and the ability to order it from either my local dealer or an online one. Would rather just buy the kit than mess with dealer.

 

[coastrider]

I picked up my 2012 RT on 7/3. Has the updated panel been installed at the factory on any of the 2012 RTs, or should I expect a letter from Can Am? My dealer knows nothing about it. I plan to do my own work after the inital service this week. Thanks!