Polaris SLINGSHOT S 2019 Owner's Manual page 90

MAINTENANCE
BRAKE FLUID
The brake fluid master cylinder reservoir
driver's side of the vehicle. Check the brake fluid level before each use of the
vehicle. Maintain the fluid level between the MIN and MAX lines on the reservoir.
If the BRAKE FAILURE indicator illuminates, brake fluid may be low. Check the
brake fluid level.
Use DOT 4 brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. Use fluid only from a sealed,
clean container.
BRAKE FLUID PRECAUTIONS
Using the wrong fluid or allowing air or contaminants into the fluid system can
damage the system seals or result in a malfunction that could lead to serious
injury or death. Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container.
Do not operate the front brake with the reservoir cover removed. Fluid could
overflow from the reservoir and allow air to enter the system. Air in the brake
An over-full reservoir may cause brake drag or brake lock-up, which could
result in serious injury or death. Maintain brake fluid at the recommended level.
After opening a bottle of brake fluid, always discard any unused portion. Never
store or use a partial bottle. Brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning it rapidly
absorbs moisture from the air. The moisture causes the boiling temperature of
the brake fluid to drop, which can lead to early brake fade and the possibility of
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system could cause the brakes to malfunction.
Do not overfill.
accident or severe injury
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