Maintenance Intervals
Inspection may reveal the need for replacement parts. Always use genuine Slingshot parts.
The AutoDrive hydraulic system contains lifetime fluid and is non-servicable. Do not attempt to open the sealed system.
Improperly performing the procedures marked for a to Dealer service could result in component failure and lead to serious injury or death. Have an authorized Slingshot dealer perform these services.
The maintenance interval charts outline required maintenance and inspection based on vehicle miles. Each table states the number of miles that service is required on the vehicle. Some items or components may need to be serviced more often due to severe use. When the vehicle goes beyond 150,000 miles, return to the 500 mile chart and start the interval process over.
SEVERE USE DEFINITION
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Idling for extended periods
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High speed operation for extended periods
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Low speed operation for extended periods
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Frequent operation in dusty or otherwise adverse conditions
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Frequent operation in extremely hot or cold climates
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Frequent short trip cold weather operation
XU — Perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to severe use.
D — Have an authorized Slingshot dealer perform these services.
E — Emission Control System Service
500 mi (800 km) SERVICE BREAK-IN
Code | Item | Action |
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D / XU | Air Filter | Inspect; replace as necessary |
D | ABS components | Inspect |
Battery | Check terminals; clean; test | |
D | Brake Fluid | Change every two years (DOT 4) |
XU | Brake Pads | Inspect pad wear; replace if worn beyond service limit |
D | Brake Pedal | Inspect; adjust if necessary |
Clutch Fluid | Inspect; add fluid as required | |
D | Clutch Pedal | Inspect; adjust if necessary |
XU / E | Coolant Hoses | Inspect |
D | Crankcase Vent | Inspect |
D | Drive Belt | Inspect |
D | Driveshaft Yoke | Inspect |
XU / E | Engine Oil & Filter Change | Change oil and filter, inspect used oil for contaminants |
D / E | Evaporative Emission Control System | Inspect |
E | Exhaust System | Inspect; tighten, adjust |
D | Fasteners | Inspect; tighten if necessary |
D | Fuel System | Inspect; clean |
D | Headlamps | Inspect; adjust if necessary |
D | Radio / Radio Software | Update annually. Please see your dealer. |
D | Rear Shock Absorber | Inspect; adjust if necessary |
D | Rear Wheel Alignment | Inspect; adjust if necessary |
D | Steering | Inspect |
D | Swingarm | Inspect |
D | Tires / Wheels | Inspect tread depth, sidewall cracking, wear patterns |
EVERY 5,000 mi (8,000 km) SERVICE
Code | Item | Action |
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D / XU | Air Filter | Inspect; replace as necessary |
D | ABS components | Inspect |
Battery | Check terminals; clean; test | |
D | Brake Fluid | Change every two years (DOT 4) |
XU | Brake Pads | Inspect pad wear; replace if worn beyond service limit |
D | Brake Pedal | Inspect; adjust if necessary |
Clutch Fluid | Inspect; add fluid as required | |
D | Clutch Pedal | Inspect; adjust if necessary |
XU / E | Coolant Hoses | Inspect |
D | Crankcase Vent | Inspect |
D | Drive Belt | Inspect |
D | Driveshaft Yoke | Inspect |
XU / E | Engine Oil & Filter Change | Change oil and filter, inspect used oil for contaminants |
D / E | Evaporative Emission Control System | Inspect |
E | Exhaust System | Inspect; tighten, adjust |
D | Fasteners | Inspect; tighten if necessary |
D | Fuel System | Inspect; clean |
D | Radio / Radio Software | Update annually. Please see your dealer. |
D | Rear Shock Absorber | Inspect; adjust if necessary |
D | Rear Wheel Alignment | Inspect; adjust if necessary |
D | Steering | Inspect |
D | Swingarm | Inspect |
D | Tires / Wheels | Inspect tread depth, sidewall cracking, wear patterns |
ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
Interval | Item | Action |
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AT 10K MILES | Angle Drive Break-In Fluid Change | Replace Fluid |
EVERY 15K MILES | Air Filter | Replace |
EVERY 25K MILES | Fuel Filter | Replace |
EVERY 30K MILES | Angle Drive Fluid | Replace Fluid |
Coolant | Drain / Refill Cooling System | |
Spark Plugs | Replace | |
Valve Lash | Inspect | |
EVERY 50K MILES | Transmission Fluid | Replace Fluid |
EVERY 100K MILES | Radiator | Inspect |
EVERY 2 YEARS | Brake Fluid | Change Fluid |
Clutch Fluid-Manual Transmission | Change Fluid |
When the vehicle goes beyond 150,000 miles, repeat to the 500 mile chart and start the interval process over.