Console and Switches

Content Source: 2020 Slingshot Owner’s Manual (9930921 R01) > Features and Controls 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.

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Console and Switches

Turn Signal Lever
Instrument Cluster
Engine Start/Stop Button
Horn Button
USB Port (console and glove box)
Steering Controls

Turn Signal Lever

Before turning, activate a turn signal to alert others of your intentions. Check turn signal lamps before each ride.

NOTICE

The vehicle must be in ignition state to activate the turn signals.

Move the turn signal lever downward to signal a left turn. The left turn signal lamps at the front and rear of the vehicle will flash. The indicator arrows on the console will flash when a turn signal or hazard signal is activated.
Move the lever upward to signal a right turn. The right signal lamps and indicator will flash.
The turn signal automatically cancels and the lever returns to the center position when the turn is completed.

NOTICE

For lane changes, bump the signal lever momentarily. The corresponding signal lamps will flash three times.

Horn

Press the horn button to sound the horn. The vehicle must be in ignition state.

Hazard Switch/Emergency Flashers

All turn signals flash when the emergency flashers are activated. Toggle the switch to activate the flashers. The vehicle does not have to be in ignition state to activate the flashers.

Master Lighting Switch (Canada)

The master lighting switch must be in the ON position to allow operation of the high beam headlights.

Headlight High/Low Beam Switch

The headlights activate after the engine starts. To switch the headlights between low beam and high beam, pull the turn signal lever rearward, toward the steering wheel. If the engine is off, headlights can be activated if the vehicle is in ignition state by flashing the high beams.

The master lighting switch (Canada only) must be in the ON position to allow operation of the high beam headlights.

Interior Light Switch (if equipped)

If equipped, toggle the interior light switch to activate the vehicle’s interior lights.

Audio Controls

Audio controls can be found on the left-hand side of the steering wheel.

Volume can be adjusted by pressing the bottom-left (lower volume) or the top-left (higher volume) buttons.
Audio can be paused or resumed by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button in the center.
Track navigation can be performed by pressing the top-right (next track) or the bottom-right (previous track) buttons.

Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Switch

The ESP is active by default. This feature helps reduce the risk of accident by providing traction control and stability control. If ESP senses a loss of stability due to loss of traction (skidding) the ESP intervenes by automatically applying brakes to one or more wheels and reducing power to the rear wheel.

WARNING

No stability control, traction control or anti-lock braking system can fully protect you from every situation. Always be mindful of road conditions. Always drive safely and within the limits of the driver, vehicle, and road conditions.

WARNING

Stability control, traction control and anti-lock braking systems rely on grip between the tires and the road to function properly. In a hydroplane situation, tires lose contact with the road and the effectiveness of these features may be diminished.

WARNING

Operating the vehicle under normal riding conditions with the ESP disabled could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, rollover, personal injury, and death.

The electronic stability control system does not compensate for or reduce the risks associated with:

excessive speed
reduced traction on rough, uneven or loose surfaces
poor judgment
improper operation
hydroplaning
wet or slippery road conditions
unforeseen hazards

Under certain circumstances, such as when the vehicle is stuck in a low traction situation, it may be necessary to disable the ESP temporarily. Always enable the ESP for normal operation.

ESP Switch Operation
Objective	Action	Comments
Disable Traction Control	Press and release switch	Traction Control indicator illuminates in tachometer
Disable ESP (Traction Control and Stability Control)	Press and hold switch for 5 seconds	Traction Control indicator and ESP OFF indicator illuminate in tachometer
Enable ESP (if disabled)	Press and release switch	Traction Control indicator and ESP OFF indicator extinguish

Cruise Control

The cruise control buttons are located on the right-hand side of the steering wheel. Before using the cruise control, read the procedures in the Operation chapter.

Keyless Ignition

The wireless key fob allows access to vehicle operation. Read the Starting the Engine section for details.

Starting Key Fob Operation:

When the electrical system is activated by the engine start/stop button, the key fob must be within range. If the key fob is not detected, the security light will flash. The electrical system will automatically shut down.

The starter motor will not engage during this time. If a key fob is not available, a passcode can be entered using the Ride Command display (or the instrument cluster, if vehicle not equipped with Ride Command). See the Security System section for details.

Driving Key Fob Operation:

After pushing the engine start/stop button, the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) will verify that the key fob is within range. The VCM will not search for the key fob again until after the ignition is turned off and then back on again.

NOTICE

If the key fob is lost while operating the vehicle, a passcode will be needed once engine restart is needed.

Key Fob Storage:

The key fob should not be stored near devices that can cause interference, such as radio waves, such as cell phones, power supplies, or magnets, during operation.

IMPORTANT

The vehicle’s key fob will become inactive if a period of 7 days has elapsed since last startup.

For AutoDrive Transmission vehicles: Pressing the start button and/or the brake pedal will reestablish connection between the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) and the key fob.

For Manual Transmission vehicles: Pressing the start button and/or the clutch pedal will reestablish connection between the Vehicle Control Module (VCM) and the key fob.

While the connection is inactive, functions that involve the key fob, such as arming the alarm system, will not be available until after vehicle startup.