What Type of Oil Does a 2016 Can-Am Renegade 570 Take?

Picking the Right Engine Oil for a 2016 Can-Am Renegade 570

What Lives Under the Plastic: A Four-Stroke Single

The 2016 Can-Am Renegade 570 is powered by a liquid-cooled, single-cylinder four-stroke engine, which immediately settles the most basic question an owner can ask: this quad burns straight gasoline and carries its lubricant in a crankcase, not in a fuel can. There is no premix to measure, no injection reservoir to top off, and no two-stroke oil to hunt down. Everything the engine needs for internal lubrication arrives through the oil fill, circulates under pressure, and drains back to the sump.

That single fact shapes every recommendation that follows. Because the Renegade 570 is a four-stroke, the conversation is about viscosity grade, oil chemistry, and how the engine's shared lubrication with the transmission affects the additive package — not about ratios or ash content. The Renegade sits on the sportier end of Can-Am's 4x4 lineup, but it is still a full-time four-wheel-drive machine with a belt-driven automatic transmission, a selectable front differential, and a rear gearcase, and each of those pieces has its own lubrication story.

Viscosity: The Range Most Machines in This Class Use

For a liquid-cooled four-stroke utility quad in the 500–600cc class, the most commonly published viscosity recommendation is a 40-weight multigrade, typically 5W-40 or 10W-40. Both flow well on a cold morning and hold up under the heat a working engine generates, and either is a sound choice for a Renegade 570 in normal conditions. Owners who ride in genuinely cold weather — below freezing at startup — often get better cold-cranking behavior from a 0W-40, which pours more freely when the engine is stone cold and still protects at operating temperature.

At the other end of the spectrum, some air-cooled or heavily loaded machines list a 20W-50 for sustained hot-weather use. The Renegade 570 is liquid-cooled, so it does not face the same thermal punishment as an air-cooled engine, and a 20W-50 is rarely the first choice for this machine. The honest answer is that the exact grade depends on the ambient temperature range you ride in, and the owner's manual for your specific model year lays out the recommended grade and any temperature-based alternatives. Checking that page takes two minutes and removes all doubt.

Why a Powersports-Specific Oil Matters Here

Can-Am's Rotax engine in this machine shares its oil supply with the transmission and the wet clutch that engages the belt drive. That shared-sump design is the single most important reason to avoid ordinary automotive engine oil, no matter how good the price looks. Car oils frequently contain friction modifiers designed to reduce drag and improve fuel economy, and those same additives can cause a wet clutch to slip, chatter, or wear prematurely.

Oils carrying a JASO MA or MA2 rating are formulated specifically for wet-clutch motorcycles and ATVs, and they are the safe default for a machine like this. Beyond clutch behavior, a powersports oil is built to handle the shear forces and sustained high rpm that a small, hard-working single-cylinder engine produces. Can-Am also offers its own branded oil formulation for these engines, and following the manufacturer's recommendation is a reasonable, low-risk path if you would rather not sort through aftermarket options.

The Rest of the Drivetrain Uses Different Fluids

Engine oil is only part of the picture on a four-wheel-drive quad. The Renegade 570's continuously variable transmission runs its belt dry, so the belt itself is not lubricated by engine oil — but the front differential and the rear gearcase each hold their own lubricant and are serviced separately from the engine.

• Front differential: On models with a locking or auto-engaging front drive, the differential often requires a specific fluid rather than a generic gear oil. Using the wrong lubricant in a front differential with an engagement system can affect how — or whether — four-wheel drive engages.
• Rear gearcase / final drive: This typically takes a hypoid gear oil in the 75W-90 or 80W-90 range, filled to its own level plug and changed on its own schedule.
• Transmission gearcase: Where a machine has a separate gearbox sump, it uses its own lubricant and should never be topped off with engine oil.

None of these fluids are interchangeable with engine oil, and mixing them up is a common and avoidable mistake.

How You Ride Changes How Often You Change It

Plowing snow, towing a trailer, crawling through deep mud, and long stretches of idling all put more stress on engine oil than a casual trail ride. Heat, fuel dilution, and airborne grit accumulate faster under those conditions, and the oil's additive package depletes sooner. Water crossings deserve special attention: if water finds its way into the crankcase or a gearcase, the oil turns milky and loses its ability to lubricate properly, and it should be changed right away rather than at the next scheduled interval.

Dusty environments have a similar effect, since fine grit that gets past the filter accelerates wear. Owners who use their quad as a work machine rather than a weekend toy should generally plan on shorter change intervals than the manual's baseline recommendation suggests.

Synthetic or Conventional?

Synthetic oils generally flow better at cold startup, resist thermal breakdown more effectively, and hold their viscosity longer under hard use — all qualities that suit a high-revving single-cylinder engine. Conventional oil costs less and remains perfectly serviceable for many owners, particularly those who change it on a disciplined schedule and ride in moderate conditions. A synthetic blend sits between the two on both price and performance. Whichever you choose, the JASO MA/MA2 rating and the correct viscosity grade matter more than the base stock.

Confirming the Exact Spec for Your Machine

Everything above reflects what is typical and widely recommended for a liquid-cooled four-stroke 4x4 quad in this class, and it will get you to the right shelf at the parts counter. For the precise viscosity, the exact fill quantity, and the specific fluid types for the front differential and rear gearcase on your 2016 Renegade 570, the owner's manual is the authoritative source, and a Can-Am dealer can confirm anything the manual leaves unclear. Treat that as a quick verification step, not a reason to delay getting the right oil in the machine.

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Disclaimer: This guide is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended to replace your ATV's official owner's manual. Always refer to your manufacturer's documentation for model-specific instructions, torque specifications, safety procedures, and maintenance requirements. If you are unsure or inexperienced, consider seeking assistance from a qualified mechanic or technician.