Oil and Maintenance Guide for 2012 Can-Am Outlander 400 EFI 400
Before You Service the Engine
Routine engine maintenance on the 2012 Can-Am Outlander 400 EFI 400 calls for the correct lubricant and a careful check of the level after refilling. Use the proper level-check method for this machine, and verify product suitability instead of relying on a catalog name alone.
Transmission and Drivetrain
Gearcase or differential lubricant listings include SEVERE GEAR® 75W-140.
What oil weight does a 2012 Can-Am Outlander 400 EFI 400 need?
The oil grade identified for this model is 10W-40. Viscosity is only one part of selecting oil: the product must also meet the engine’s applicable specifications.
How much oil does a 2012 Can-Am Outlander 400 EFI 400 take?
The available engine-oil capacity figure is 3.17 quarts. The amount added during a routine drain may differ from the listed capacity; use the correct level-check procedure when refilling.
Which transmission or differential lubricant is listed for a 2012 Can-Am Outlander 400 EFI 400?
Gearcase/differential product: SEVERE GEAR® 75W-140. Confirm the exact compartment and specification before adding fluid.
Why does four-stroke engine oil need the right application rating?
Engine oils differ in additive packages and friction characteristics. Some powersports engines share oil with a wet clutch or transmission, so matching the manufacturer’s oil requirements matters in addition to viscosity. This listing does not by itself confirm the clutch design.
