Pride BAJA BANDIT Owner's Manual page 31

V I I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E
ABS PLASTIC SHROUDS
If your vehicle has a body shroud with a glossy fi nish, the body shroud has been sprayed with a clear sealant
coating. You can apply a light coat of car wax to help it retain its high-gloss appearance. If your vehicle has a body
shroud with a matte fi nish, use ONLY products developed for matte-fi nish paint. Do not use wax, detail spray,
ArmorAll®, or any product made for glossy paint.
WARNING! Carefully choose the correct product to protect the fi nish of your vehicle's shroud(s).
ONLY products developed for matte-fi nish paint should be used on shrouds with a matte fi nish.
Failure to follow this warning may result in damage to the shroud's matte paint fi nish.
AXLE BEARINGS AND THE MOTOR/TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
These items are all prelubricated, sealed, and require no subsequent lubrication.
CONSOLE, CHARGER AND REAR ELECTRONICS
 Keep these areas free of moisture.
 Allow these areas to dry thoroughly if they have been exposed to moisture before operating your vehicle again.
NYLON LOCK NUT REPLACEMENT
Any nylon insert lock nut removed during the periodic maintenance, assembly, or disassembly of the vehicle must
be replaced with a new nut. Nylon insert lock nuts should not be reused as it may cause damage to the nylon insert,
resulting in a less secure fi t. Replacement nylon insert lock nuts are available at local hardware stores or through
your authorized Provider.
STORING YOUR VEHICLE
If you plan on not using your vehicle for an extended period of time, it is best to:
 Fully charge its batteries prior to storage.
 Remove the battery pack from the vehicle.
 Store your vehicle in a warm, dry environment.
 Avoid storing your vehicle where it will be exposed to temperature extremes.
 Although your vehicle can withstand short-term storage temperatures between -40°F (-40°C) to 149°F (65°C),
it is recommended that long-term storage temperatures be between -13°F (-25°C) and 122°F (50°C). Ideal
storage conditions are 68°F (20°C) to 70°F (21°C) wherever possible, but we realize that is not always feasible
due to diff erent climates and environments.
Batteries that are regularly and deeply discharged, infrequently charged, stored in extreme temperatures, or stored
without a full charge may be permanently damaged, causing unreliable performance and limited service life. It is
recommended that you charge the vehicle batteries periodically throughout periods of prolonged storage to ensure
proper performance.
WARNING! Always protect batteries from freezing temperatures and never charge a frozen
battery. Charging a frozen battery can result in damage to the battery.
For prolonged storage, you may wish to place several boards under the frame of your vehicle to raise it off of the
ground. This takes the weight off the tires and reduces the possibility of fl at spots developing on the areas of the
tires contacting the ground.
DISPOSAL OF YOUR VEHICLE
Your vehicle must be disposed of according to applicable local and national statutory regulations. Contact your local
waste disposal agency or authorized Provider for information on proper disposal of packaging, metal frame components,
plastic components, electronics, batteries, neoprene, silicone, and polyurethane materials.
WARNING! Plastic bags are a suffocation hazard. Dispose of plastic bags properly and do not
allow children to play with them.
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