![]() ![]() The 3-wheel open-air roadster offers a one-of-a-kind driving experience but is not without issue. In 2015, Polaris introduced the innovative Slingshot. With more than 30 brands, the Minnesota-based company branched out into a new product category. Unless noted, trademarks are the property of Polaris Industries Inc.Polaris is a well-known manufacturer of snowmobiles, ATVs, and motorcycles. To find diagrams and replacement part numbers, use the online parts catalog. Maintenance tips, procedures and specifications can be found in your Owner's Manual. Find a dealer near you with the Dealer Locator. Exercise care when parking along curbs and reduce speed if possible when approaching unavoidable potholes and/or road debris.įor more information, see your authorized Slingshot Dealer. If you are in doubt, have the wheel checked by your authorized Slingshot Dealer or tire professional. This damage could cause tire or rim failure and result in accidents causing serious personal injury or death. These types of impacts may cause hidden tire/rim damage that may not be noticeable during operation. If you experience a wheel impact, such as hitting a curb, a large pothole or road debris, have your tires and rims inspected immediately. Lower the vehicle and remove the floor jack. ![]() Tighten all wheel nuts in a star pattern to specification. On vehicles with tapered rear wheel nuts, make sure the tapered end of the nut goes into the taper on the wheel.ģ. Install the wheel nuts and finger-tighten them. Be sure the valve stem is toward the outside and the rotation arrows on the tire point toward forward rotation.Ģ. With the transmission in gear and the park brake set, place the wheel on the wheel hub. ![]() Remove the wheel nuts and remove the wheel.ġ. Elevate the Slingshot until the wheel is slightly off the ground.ħ. If removing the rear wheel, place wheel chocks at the front of both front wheels to prevent the Slingshot from rolling.Ħ. Position an appropriate floor jack under the frame at the side or rear of the Slingshot, near the wheel to be removed.ĥ. Position the Slingshot on a firm, level surface.Ĥ. Do not operate your Slingshot if the wheels are damaged or cracked.ġ. Inspect all wheels for cracks or other damage. Measure the tread depth (1) near the center of the tread on both tires. Replace a rear tire when the tread depth wears to a minimum of 4 mm. Replace a front tire when the tread depth wears to the minimum of 1.6 mm. Your Slingshot Dealer can assist.Īlso replace your tires when the tread depth has worn to the minimum requirement. ![]() If that inspection reveals cuts, punctures, cracks or other wear or damage, replace the tire before operating your Slingshot. Inspect your tires’ sidewalls, road contact surfaces and tread bases on a regular basis. Do not exceed the maximum recommended inflation pressure to seat the bead. To check the pressure, remove the valve stem cap (1) and then adjust the tire pressure to the recommended specification. For your Slingshot, that is 28 psi (193 kPa) on front tires and 32 psi (221 kPa) on the rear tire. Driving warms the tires and increases tire air pressure.Always maintain the proper tire pressure as recommended in your Owner’s Manual and on safety labels. See the Specification portion of your Owner’s Manual for details.įor an accurate tire pressure reading, check the tire pressure when the tires are cold. Operating your Slingshot with worn tires, improper tires or tires with improper or uneven pressure could cause loss of control or an accident.Īlways use the correct size and type of tires specified for your vehicle. ![]()
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