Oil and Maintenance Guide for 2018 Can-Am Outlander 1000 6x6 976
Before You Service the Engine
Routine engine maintenance on the 2018 Can-Am Outlander 1000 6x6 976 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, SEVERE GEAR® 75W-90.
What kind of oil does a 2018 Can-Am Outlander 1000 6x6 976 take?
The available oil-product listings include Formula 4-Stroke Power Sports Synthetic Motor Oil. For a service, choose oil that meets the engine’s actual application requirements, not just a product name.
How much oil does a 2018 Can-Am Outlander 1000 6x6 976 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.
Which transmission or differential lubricant is listed for a 2018 Can-Am Outlander 1000 6x6 976?
Gearcase/differential product: SEVERE GEAR® 75W-140, SEVERE GEAR® 75W-90. 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.
