Oil and Maintenance Guide for 2012 Can-Am Outlander 800R EFI XT 800
Before You Service the Engine
Before servicing the 2012 Can-Am Outlander 800R EFI XT 800, confirm the lubricant requirements and prepare to verify the final fluid level. Use the proper level-check method for this machine, and verify product suitability instead of relying on a catalog name alone.
How much oil does a 2012 Can-Am Outlander 800R EFI XT 800 take?
The available engine-oil capacity figure is 2.11 quarts. The amount added during a routine drain may differ from the listed capacity; use the correct level-check procedure when refilling.
Does using synthetic oil change the viscosity grade an ATV needs?
No. Synthetic describes how the oil is formulated; it is separate from the SAE viscosity grade. A synthetic oil still needs the appropriate grade and engine-application specifications.

