Any time limit on changing HCM filter during oil change? Is a 10 y/o filter good for a few more years?

[BCNewell]

My wife bought her ‘15 F3-S used 3 years ago w/ ~7K miles on it. Now has ~13K miles. I have not changed the HCM filter myself, unknown whether it was done previously. Am gonna change engine oil/filter soon, but was wondering if there is a problem with leaving the original HCM filter in for 10+ years. Saw the cut-away of that filter posted up by a member here - not much to it. Hate to spend the $ on something that’s not needed. What say ye?

 

[VitoNam]

My wife bought her ‘15 F3-S used 3 years ago w/ ~7K miles on it. Now has ~13K miles. I have not changed the HCM filter myself, unknown whether it was done previously. Am gonna change engine oil/filter soon, but was wondering if there is a problem with leaving the original HCM filter in for 10+ years. Saw the cut-away of that filter posted up by a member here - not much to it. Hate to spend the $ on something that’s not needed. What say ye?

That's my photo of the cut apart HCM filter. The filter is usually a part of the 28K mile service. With your mileage, you have a long way to go before it'll need to be changed. As you know, it's a $125 filter.

 

[2dogs]

Pulled mine at approx 28k. Cleaned it and put it back in. It just appears to be a chunk catcher rather than a typical filter. Yea, $125.

 

[BajaRon]

Pulled mine at approx 28k. Cleaned it and put it back in. It just appears to be a chunk catcher rather than a typical filter. Yea, $125 my a$$.

I agree the HCM filter for the 1330 is way over priced. And what you did is probably fine. However, if you cannot show proof of change, it could give you warranty issues. It is important to document all warranty related service (mileage, what was done + receipts) to maintain your warranty coverage.

 

[troop]

With removing all the right side body panels being a PIA, I should have replaced it at 4400 miles when I replaced my rear shock

 

[BCNewell]

Ok - question I am asking is … is a 10-year-old filter still good for a few more years? My wife rides about 2K miles a year. At this rate, the 28K won’t come for another 7 to 8 years. That filter will be ~18 years old then, but within mileage specs.

 

[Woodaddict]

Well, that HCM filter doesn't have a time limit, only a miles limit, unlike the oil - 9,300 miles or 1 yr. So I guess if you're worried about it, give it a change.

 

[BajaRon]

Sorry, blew by the year model. I wouldn't worry about the HCM filter. Go the miles. Obviously, warranty issues are not an issue here.

 

[IGETAROUND]

Ok - question I am asking is … is a 10-year-old filter still good for a few more years? My wife rides about 2K miles a year. At this rate, the 28K won’t come for another 7 to 8 years. That filter will be ~18 years old then, but within mileage specs.

Well, if it were me, I'd change it! Have you changed the antifreeze, the fluid in the brakes, the air filter? This is an "old" bike and with the limited mileage that you and your spouse do on it yearly, I would do all the PM that should have been done for two, three, and five year intervals. That way, you know it's been done, and then you can just change your oil and filter at the end of riding every year. How old are the tires? If they're more than 5 years old they should be replaced with a quality car tire, none of that Kenda junk. JMO

Al in Kazoo

 

[BCNewell]

Most other maintenance items have been changed, except haven’t flushed cooling system yet. Seems the age of the HCM filter is not a big deal. Thx for the responses.

 

[Cobranut]

I wouldn't worry about the age of that filter, as long as you're doing the recommended oil changes. Change it at the recommended mileage.

 

[Mikey]

Your ride, do what your gut's telling you! I know what I would do!

 

[BajaRon]

The 1330 HCM filter is a stainless steel mesh. Not going to go bad and isn't going to fill up unless something is very wrong inside the engine.

 

[EdMat]

When I changed mine at around 30,000 miles I was surprised at how clean it was on the inside when I broke it down.

 

[UtahPete]

I asked Google what an HCM filter is and Google says the following (note the kudos to BajaRon in the last paragraph)

An HCM (Hydraulic Control Module) filter on a Can-Am Spyder (https://www.google.com/search?q=can-am+spyder&kgmid=/m/05s_m87) is a specialized secondary transmission oil filter used exclusively on semi-automatic (SE6) models. (1, 2)
## What It Does

* Protects the Transmission: It is a double-layer suction filter (featuring a 10-micron fiberglass fleece and a 50-micron metallic screen) that traps tiny metallic bits and debris. (1)
* Supports Semi-Automatic Shifting: Because the SE6 semi-automatic transmission relies on hydraulic pressure and tight-tolerance electronic solenoids to shift gears, clean oil is vital to prevent clogs, wear, and shifting errors. (1, 2)
* Model Specificity: It is only found on semi-automatic (SE6) 1330 ACE engines (such as the Spyder F3 and RT). Manual transmission (SM6) Spyders do not have an HCM or an HCM filter; that area on the engine block is left blank. (2)

## Maintenance & Replacement

* Location: The filter is hidden behind the vehicle's body panels ("tupperware") near the clutch/transmission housing, meaning side panels must be removed to access it. (3, 4)
* Replacement Interval: While factory or community recommendations vary, many owners and aftermarket suppliers like BajaRon note that it has a long service life (often rated around 24,000 to 28,000 miles/45,000 km), though checking it during major services is recommended. (5, 6, 7, 8)

 

[Bfromla]

** PREVENTATIVE ** maintenance - the standard required maintenance helps Spyders last past 100k miles; the preventative maintenance goes even further.

 

[UtahPete]

** PREVENTATIVE ** maintenance - the standard required maintenance helps Spyders last past 100k miles; the preventative maintenance goes even further.

I'm not sure I understand that

 

[TheMariner]

I'm not sure I understand that

Do standard maintenance - expect standard life. Do better than std. maintenance - expect better than std. life.