Radical Sportscars SR 3 SL User guide

Owner Handbook

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
MODEL
CHASSIS No
REGISTRATION No
DATE / / 20
This section must be completed by the original
selling distributor or Radical Sportscars.
Radical Sportscars
Unit 24-26 Ivatt Way Business Park
Westwood
Peterborough
Cambridgeshire
PE3 7PG
United Kingdom
T+44(0)1733 331616
F+44(0)1733 294959
E [email protected]
W www.radicalsportscars.com
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contents
Introduction 05
Disclaimer 06
Pre-delivery check 07
Getting started 11
Exterior overview 08
Interior overview 10
Controls 12
LCD dashboard 17
Security and safety 21
Driving your SL 24
Driving technique 27
Maintenance 08
Engine bay overview 30
User maintenence 32
Jacking & towing 37
Specification 39
Radical success 41
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introduction
Dear Radical owner,
Thank you for purchasing a SR3 SL and welcome to
the worldwide Radical family. The SR3 SL is our first-
ever model designed specifically for road use, a fully
European Type Approved roadster with outstanding
performance and roadholding.The SR3 SL is a truly
unique sportscar and, if properly maintained, will give
you an amazing driving experience whether on the
open road or on a race circuit. Although your car has
been carefully constructed, inspected and run-up on
our in-house rolling road dynamometer, please do not
press the Engine Start button until you have read
through this Owner’s Handbook, carried out all the
checks and learnt how to get the best from your car.
You will find all the help and support you need
via the information and contacts on our global
website network:
http://www.radicalsportscars.com
Parts, consumables and merchandise can be
purchased online, while technical advice, sales
and aftersales advice is just an email or
telephone call away.
Phil Abbott
Radical Co-Founder
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disclaimer
CAUTION:
The Radical SR3 SL is a high-performance
road and track vehicle, with extreme handling
and speed capabilities. Due to the intense nature
of the SR3 SL, we advise all owners to read this
owner’s manual thoroughly before driving, always
driving within your own capabilities, paying close
attention to local traffic regulations, the
prevailing weather conditions, road surface and
other road users.
It is recommended that SR3 SL owners seek
professional performance driving instruction on
purchase of an SR3 SL.
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Pre delivery check
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BODYWORK/EXTERIOR
> Check for damage during transit
> Ensure all body catches are tight
> Clean and polish bodywork
TYRES
> Visual inspection for damage during transit
> Tyre pressure check and adjustment to
factory settings
> Ensure valve caps present
DASHBOARD
> Check functionality of all buttons and functions
> Set speedometer to correct units (MPH/KPH)
> Zero odometer
ENGINE BAY
> Visual inspection of engine bay
> Check oil level, adjust level as required
> Check coolant level in swirl pot, adjust level as
required, check coolant is circulating when
engine running
> Clean airbox and area around engine
ELECTRONICS
> Check ECU/sensor operation and rectify any
faults indicated, clear ECU of data
ROAD TEST
> Brief road test to check functionality of:
1. Starter
2. Throttle/clutch/brakes
3. Paddleshift system
4. Handbrake (adjust if required)
5. Lighting, instruments and controls
Before you take receipt of your new Radical SR3 SL, your local Radical distributor has performed the following
check to ensure that it is ready for use:

Pre delivery check
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SAFETY KIT
> Compile safety kit relevant to local/national
regulations, such as:
1. Warning triangle
2. Bulb and fuse kit
3. Tyre repair kit
4. Reflective vest
5. First aid kit
DOCUMENTATION
> Complete, sign and stamp Pre-Delivery
Inspection entry in Service Record
> Compile customer pack containing:
1. SR3 SL Owner’s Manual (this document)
2. Dipstick and wheel nut socket
3. ECU Data Download Cable
4. Copy of EU Certificate Of Confirmity
5. Spare key and immobiliser tag
DISTRIBUTOR-CUSTOMER HANDOVER
Your local Radical distributor will carry out the
following handover to ensure you are completely
happy in the operation and everyday maintenance
of your new Radical SR3 SL:
> Adjustment of the seat, harnesses and controls
> Instrumentation and dashboard
> Driving including paddleshift operation
> Location of oil filling points, coolant and filters
> Location of jacking and towing points
> Explanation of safety points regarding
harnesses, tyres etc.
> Adjustment of pedals for first owner
> Customer and distributor sign below;
copy returned to Radical Sportscars UK
> Damper set up
> Explanation of data downloading (if optioned)
> Explanation of engine map switch (if optioned)
> Explanation of starting and stopping the engine
24 hours after delivery is taken by the SR3 SL
customer, your local Radical Distributor will contact
you to ensure you are happy with the operation of
your new purchase.

Pre delivery check
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Date: nnnn/nnnn/nnnnnnnn
I confirm that (distributor stamp)
has carried out the Radical SR3 SL Handover Procedure and I am satisfied with the vehicle’s operation,
maintenance and service schedule upon delivery.
Customer Signature: Print Name:

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