Content Source: 2021 Slingshot Owner’s Manual (9939930 R02) > Maintenance Chapter

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Angle Drive Fluid

This fluid level does not require routine inspection. If you suspect a fluid leak, inspect the fluid level.
Always change the angle drive fluid at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart section. Always use SLINGSHOT Angle Drive Fluid or another Fully Synthetic 80w–250 fluid for the angle drive. See the Recommended Service Products chapter for the part numbers of recommended service products.
The fill plug is located on the left side of the angle drive housing. The drain plug is located on the bottom of the housing, driver’s side.

Fluid Level Check

  1. Elevate the vehicle using appropriate jack stands. Make sure the elevated vehicle is level.
  2. Remove the fill plug . If the fluid level is not at the bottom edge of the fill hole, add the recommended fluid to bring the level to the bottom edge of the fill hole. Image
    NOTICE
    Use a syringe to add the fluid. If a syringe is not available, use a funnel and tube to add the fluid.
  3. Reinstall the fill plug.
    TORQUE
    10-14 ft-lbs (14-19 Nm)

Fluid Change

  1. Elevate the vehicle using appropriate jack stands. Make sure the elevated vehicle is level.
  2. Remove the fill plug .
  3. Place a drain pan under the drain plug .Image
  4. Remove the drain plug. Allow the fluid to drain completely.
  5. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.
    TORQUE
    10-14 ft-lbs (14-19 Nm)
    NOTICE
    Use a syringe to add the fluid. If a syringe is not available, use a funnel and tube to add the fluid.
  6. Add the recommended fluid. Do not overfill. Maintain the fluid level at the bottom edge of the fill hole.
    FLUID CAPACITY
    25.4 oz (750 ml)
  7. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
    TORQUE
    10-14 ft-lbs (14-19 Nm)
  8. Check for leaks. Dispose of used fluid properly.

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