X I I . C A R E A N D M A I N T E N A N C E
Your Sidekick requires a minimal amount of care and maintenance. If you do not feel confident in your ability to perform the maintenance listed below, you may schedule inspection and maintenance at your authorized Pride provider. The following areas require periodic inspection and/or care and maintenance.
TIRE PRESSURE:
νWe recommend that the tire pressure be maintained at 30 psi. For optimum scooter performance, do not exceed that pressure; overinflating a tire can cause it to explode.
TIRE CONDITION AND TREAD WEAR:
νRegularly inspect your Sidekick’s tires for signs of wear.
νUse a rubber conditioner on your Sidekick’s tires to help to preserve them.
νDo not put rubber conditioner on tire tread; this may cause the tires to become dangerously slippery.
EXTERIOR SURFACES:
νBumpers and trim also benefit from an occasional application of rubber or vinyl conditioner.
νDo not use a rubber or vinyl conditioner on the Sidekick’s floormat or vinyl seat; they may become
dangerously slippery.
BATTERY TERMINAL CONNECTIONS:
νMake certain that the terminal connections remain tight and uncorroded.
νThe batteries must sit flat in the battery wells.
νThe battery terminals should face the rear of the Sidekick.
WIRING HARNESSES:
νRegularly check all wiring connections.
νRegularly check all wiring insulation, including the charger power cord, for wear or damage.
νRepair or replace any damaged connector, connection, or insulation that you find before using your Sidekick again.
ABS PLASTIC SHROUDS:
νThe front console shroud, front shroud, and the rear shroud are formed from durable ABS plastic and coated with an advanced formula urethane paint.
νA light application of car wax will help the shrouds retain their high gloss.
AXLE BEARINGS AND THE MOTOR/TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY:
νThese items are all prelubricated, sealed, and require no subsequent lubrication.
νKeep these areas free of moisture.
νIf any of these items do become exposed to moisture, let them dry thoroughly before operating your Sidekick again.
STORAGE:
See VI. “Batteries and Charging” and refer to “How should I store my Sidekick and its batteries?”
BATTERY CHARGER FUSE:
The fuse has been incorporated into your charger to protect it from damage in the event of an electrical problem.
CAUTION! The replacement fuse must match the rating of the original fuse exactly. If you install a fuse with an incorrect rating, you may damage the charger. Contact your local Pride provider for fuse rating information.
If your charger fuse repeatedly blows, try plugging your Victory’s power charger cord into an outlet on a different circuit.
νThe fuse is located under a cap on the outside of the battery charger.
νThe cap unscrews to allow access to the fuse.
νUnscrew the cap and replace the fuse if it has blown.
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