Frequently Asked Questions

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Polaris recommends using their Belt Tension Meter (part # PV-43532) but some people just eyeball it. The maintenance manual specifies the belt should be 10mm deflection with 10 lbs of force.

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The break-in period for your vehicle is the first 500 miles (800 km) of operation. During this break-in period, critical engine parts require special wear-in procedures so they seat and mate properly. Read, understand and follow all break-in procedures to ensure the long-term performance and durability of your engine.

ENGINE AND DRIVETRAIN BREAK-IN

1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. Heed the fuel warnings

a. Use only unleaded gasoline with a 91 pump octane minimum and a maximum ethanol content of 10%.

DO NOT USE E-85 GASOLINE OR GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL

2. Check the oil level. Add the recommended oil as needed to maintain the oil level between the safe and add marks.

3. Vary speed. Do not drive at a constant speed, whether fast or slow. Do not drive at sustained idle.

4. Avoid full-throttle starts and do not drive at full throttle.

5. Do not exceed 70 MPH (113km/h).

6. Avoid the use of downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.

7. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322km).

8. Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls and areas outlined on the daily pre-ride inspection checklist. See page 47 of the owners manual.

9. Change both the engine oil and filter at 500 miles (800km).

1. Start it 3 times
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable for 10 minutes

If you hear clicking in the rear end when letting out the clutch, it's possible that it's not angle drive related, but u-joint.

Inspect and grease the u-joint's on the drive shaft. There should be no movement of the u-joint against the bearing caps.

From the service manual:

"Using gloves, grasp the prop shaft close to a u-joint yoke and check for movement against each of the bearing caps. If any movement is detected, the u-join should be replaced."

The same goes for the slip yoke and the CV bearings on the drive shaft near the transmission.

Use only unleaded gasoline with a 91 pump octane minimum and a maximum ethanol content of 10%.

DO NOT USE E-85 GASOLINE OR GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL

From the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety web site, https://www.iihs.org/topics/mo…orcycle-helmet-laws-table

2015 - 2019 model - You can use any filter compatible with 2006 Pontiac Solstice if you are at a parts store.

https://shop.advanceautoparts.…ntiac-solstice-oil-filter

From the owners manual, use 5W-30 dexos1®-approved engine oil and the engine holds 5 qts (4.75L). The manual also states that you will replace 4.5 qts during a change.

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K&N Filter

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https://slingshot.polaris.com/en-us/owners-manuals/ - Free

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Clock Mode (with or without Ride Command)

Tip: The clock must be reset any time the battery has been disconnected or discharged.

1. Turn the key to the ON position. Use the MODE button to toggle to the odometer display.
2. Press and hold the MODE button until the hour segment flashes. Release the button.
3. With the segment flashing, tap the MODE button to advance to the desired setting.
4. Press and hold the MODE button until the next segment flashes. Release the button.
5. Repeat steps 3-4 twice to set the 10-minute and 1-minute segments. After completing the 1-minute segment, step 4 will save the new settings and exit the clock mode.
6. Turn the key to the OFF position.

What is a Polaris Slingshot?
It has a 2.4L GM ECOTEC engine that will throw 173HP at you while weighing in at less than 1800 pounds with a 5” ground clearance and 105” wheelbase you’ll feel like you’re asphalt surfing in a go-cart when you fly through the curves!

Is it a car, a motorcycle, autocycle or something else?
Technically, it is a reverse trike (tricycle) built by Polaris – it’snot a car and does not have airbags – it handles different than a car,especially in the rain. In reality is anattention demanding three-wheeler that has tons of power, waterproof seats,three-point belts, forged aluminum roll hoops, a steering wheel, and afive-speed manual transmission.

For licensing purposes, it depends on what state you’re in – you can CLICK HERE to determine the license requirements for your state.

What should I know before I purchase a Slingshot?
Like any other vehicle you’ll want to test drive and do all of your homework. And just like any other vehicle on the market it has some things that are great just the way they come from the dealer – and others things have caused issues that, depending on your personal preferences, you may want to modify.

What is so great about having a Slingshot?
There are an incredible amount of after-market parts and accessories for everything from power to appearance that are available for the Slingshot which makes it easily customizable allowing you to make this vehicle your own.

We have the premier vendors in aftermarket accessories here in our forums as well ... yup we do - come on in, it's a great day to own a Slingshot!

Where can I find more information about the Polaris Slingshot?
Right here at SLINGSHOTINFO.com of course. Have a look around, become a member, ask any questions you may have.

We’ve got members that range from just starting out to folks that have been enjoying the Slingshot experience since it rolled off the truck at the dealer. Members that like the stock just the way it is and members who have added turbo chargers, performance exhaust and suspension systems, to some of the best looking bling your eyes will ever see and everything in-between. No matter where you are at in your Slingshot experience, you’ll find enthusiastic, knowledgeable, fun and darn friendly members here to help you enjoy your Slingshot as much as they do.

Oh, and did we mention that we have the premier vendors in aftermarket accessories here in our forums as well ... yup we do - come on in, it's a great day to own a Slingshot