Polaris SLINGSHOT S 2019 Owner's Manual page 56

OPERATION
BREAK-IN PERIOD
The break-in period for your vehicle is the first 500 miles (800 km) of operation.
During this break-in period, critical engine parts require special wear-in
procedures so they seat and mate properly. Read, understand and follow all
break-in procedures to ensure the long-term performance and durability of your
engine.
ENGINE AND DRIVETRAIN BREAK-IN
Failure to properly follow the engine break-in procedures outlined in this
manual can result in serious damage to the engine. Follow all break-in
procedures carefully. Avoid full-throttle operation and other conditions that may
place an excessive load on the engine during the break-in period.
1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. Heed the fuel warnings on page 15.
2. Check the oil level. See the Engine Oil Level section for details. Add the
recommended oil as needed to maintain the oil level between the safe and
add marks.
3. Vary speed. Do not drive at a constant speed, whether fast or slow. Do not
drive at sustained idle.
4. Avoid full-throttle starts and do not drive at full throttle.
5. Do not exceed 70 MPH (113 km/h).
6. Avoid the use of downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle.
7. Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles (322 km).
8. Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls and areas outlined on the
daily pre-ride inspection checklist. See page 47.
9. Change both the engine oil and filter at 500 miles (800 km).
FUEL RECOMMENDATION
Use only unleaded gasoline with a 91 pump octane minimum and a maximum
ethanol content of 10%. DO NOT USE E-85 GASOLINE OR GASOLINE
CONTAINING METHANOL. Using E85 or gasoline/methanol blends can result
in poor starting and driveability, and may damage critical fuel system
components.
Use of fuel other than the recommended fuel could result in voiding of your
Review the fuel warnings. See page 15. Use only the recommended fuel.
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