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Polaris Slingshot Service and Diagnostics

Tomorrow's Technician

Overall, a Slingshot has the same service opportunities as a small car but lacks air conditioning, TPMS and a fourth wheel. Diagnostics From 2014 to 2019, the Slingshot came with a General Motors 2.4L Almost every manufacturer has a proprietary diagnostic logic connector and scan tool protocols.

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In Praise of the Humble 12-Volt Battery 

Brake & Front End

According to Sustainable America, a non-profit promoting fuel efficiency through public education, in 2019, 70% of new GM vehicles had start/stop installed, and in 2020, 57% of all new vehicles sold in the U.S. First appearing in 2008 Volkswagen models, Start and Stop has since been adopted by many automakers to meet fuel economy standards.

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Polaris Slingshot Service and Diagnostics

Brake & Front End

Overall, a Slingshot has the same service opportunities as a small car but lacks air conditioning, TPMS and a fourth wheel. Diagnostics From 2014 to 2019, the Slingshot came with a General Motors 2.4L Almost every manufacturer has a proprietary diagnostic logic connector and scan tool protocols.