Oil and Maintenance Guide for 2017 Can-Am DS 250 249
Before You Service the Engine
Routine engine maintenance on the 2017 Can-Am DS 250 249 calls for the correct lubricant and a careful check of the level after refilling. Before removing the drain plug, identify the correct refill and level-check procedure; a published capacity does not necessarily equal the amount needed after a routine drain.
How much oil does a 2017 Can-Am DS 250 249 take?
The available engine-oil capacity figure is 1.27 quarts. The amount added during a routine drain may differ from the listed capacity; use the correct level-check procedure when refilling.
What does 10W-40 mean on an engine-oil label?
The number before W identifies the oil’s low-temperature viscosity grade, while the second number identifies its viscosity grade at operating temperature. The oil must also meet the engine manufacturer’s specifications.

