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2019 Slingshot Owner’s Manual (9928978 REV 05) > Cleaning and Storage
Chapter
IMPORTANT |
The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains
warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully
understand
before safely riding or performing maintenance
on this vehicle.Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's
Manual.
Click the CONTENTS link above for the Table Of
Contents, or download a full PDF of the Owner Manual in the Owner
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Removal From Storage
- Remove the fabric
cover.
- Remove intake and
exhaust opening covers (if covered for storage).
- Install the tires.
Lower the vehicle and remove the jack stands.
- Verify that tire
pressure is at specification. Refer to safety labels on the vehicle
or to the Specifications chapter.
- Install the battery
and perform an electrical inspection.
- Inspect the spark
plugs. Install new spark plugs if necessary.
- If the vehicle was
stored in an area subject to wide swings in temperature and humidity
(such as outdoors), change the engine
oil before starting the engine.
NOTICE |
During storage, temperature and humidity changes can cause condensation
to form in the crankcase and mix with engine oil.
Running the engine
with oil that contains condensation can cause engine damage. |
- Inspect the storage
area for signs of fluid leaks. Identify and perform service to any
leaking components.
- Wash and polish the
vehicle. Wax, polish or apply protectant to appropriate components.
- Perform the pre-ride
inspections. See the Pre-Ride Inspections chapter for details.
- Check any fluid levels
not included in the pre-ride inspection.