IdahoMtnSpyder
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That's great. Another example of why a voltage test of a battery by itself isn't sufficient to diagnose the battery's true condition.
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Rebuild a DPS
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bluewoo
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Mine started to fail with 5 miles on it, Dealer needed to "duplicate" of course that couldn't happen! After 500 miles It finally kicked off going through a sharp turn and it was finally replaced.
Codes:
Code when riding through a turn and it faulted
Video of me getting first code
https://photos.app.goo.gl/WCUDikMVa7g2A4eq5
Codes:
Code when riding through a turn and it faulted
Video of me getting first code
https://photos.app.goo.gl/WCUDikMVa7g2A4eq5
SpyderCruiser
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Hmmm, on my 2015 RTL my steering will not provide any assistance like that until the Spyder is moving. Did something change since then?
power steering was upgraded in 2018.
canamjhb
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Just a note that may be of interest..... I previously owned a CanAm Commander that did not come with DPS from the factory. I had the dealer add an aftermarket DPS that I purchased from Super ATV. The cost of the DPS unit was around $600. Both the dealer and I agreed the the aftermarket DPS was far superior to the OEM unit. Completely sealed, water and mud proof and never hickupped.....The steering could be turned lock to lock with one finger while the 4X4 was sitting still on pavement, just like in an automobile. I asked on another thread if the older OEM DPS units could be upgraded to the newer post 2018 model without any reponse..... It would be nice if our older units could benefit from newer technology..... Jim
I can only say I have seen other post with that question about upgrading a pre 2018 spyder power steering and the answer was no it can not be upgraded to the new system. I don't know why. I hope someone with more knowledge can answer that for you.
canamjhb
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As I think this through, I think the answer probably is the way the Spyder DPS interfaces with the rest of the bikes' systems. In my old Commander, there was no connection between the DPS and anything to do with speed or any other handling characteristic. It was a "stand alone" power steering. The Spyders DPS system is interfaced with the way (speed, etc.) the bike is being ridden. I don't think any dealer would accept the liability of reprograming an older bike to accept the newer DPS system. One accident with an altered DPS system would probably result in the dealer going out of business.....
So...... As to my post of interest..... Never mind..... Jim
IdahoMtnSpyder
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Right, it is connected to all the other units via the CANbus. BRP would probably have to do a fair amount of reprogramming of the VSS and other systems to interface with the newer DPS. I've no idea how much the VSS and other units can be reprogrammed, if at all.
SpyderCruiser
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Would like to know that as well because my Wife complains it is hard for her to steer it in and out of the garage.
bluewoo
New member
CanAmjhb did you ever receive a response in ref to DPS replaced with aftermarket part?
Have 2012 CanAm Spyder RT SE5. Codes leads to DPS. steering a bit harder than before. No difference as increase speed.
Batt was low. Changed batt, checked fuses/relays.. Still same.. However, has not gone to limp mode! (Knock on wood)
With all that said... Any chance to by pass the DPS? Am good to ride it as is...
Have 2012 CanAm Spyder RT SE5. Codes leads to DPS. steering a bit harder than before. No difference as increase speed.
Batt was low. Changed batt, checked fuses/relays.. Still same.. However, has not gone to limp mode! (Knock on wood)
With all that said... Any chance to by pass the DPS? Am good to ride it as is...
canamjhb
Well-known member
As I mentioned in my post #27, I don't think it is practical to try to upgrade the DPS system. But, somewhere in the back of my memory I seem to recall that it can be disconnected or bypassed. BUDS may have to be involved. A little more research is needed. But, I think if my DPS system pukes I would look into disabeling it completely..... Jim
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