service ARIEL ATOM 2 2006 Owners Manual

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BRAMMO MOTORSPORTS, LLC
Brammo Motorsports, LLC is the United States manufacturer of the Ariel Atom 2. Leveraging digital tools at
every step of production, Brammo Motorsports has sought to refine manufacturing processes to produce the
highest quality parts true to the Ariel Motor Company and Simon Saunder’s design. Brammo Motorsports
takes great pride in providing high quality component s for your vehicle. We are confident that if your vehicle is
maintained correctly, you will enjoy many hours of sa fe and pleasurable driving.



Contact Brammo Motorsports at 541-482-9555 Customer Service & Parts: ext. 307 Service Department: ext. 308
Sales & Marketing: ext. 318
Email: [email protected]

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Fluid Levels & Types for GM Engines....................................................................................... 35
Fluid Levels & Types for Honda Engines ............. .................................................................... 36
GM Oil Dipstick/Fill Locations ..................... .............................................................................. 37
Honda Oil Dipstick/Fill Locations.................. ............................................................................ 38
Dip Stick Indicator for Honda Engines .............. ....................................................................... 39
Adding & Changing Engine Coolant ................... ................................................................. 40-42
Transmission Oil ................................... ..................................................................................... 43
Body Panel Removal & Installation.................. ......................................................................... 44
Air Filter Removal & Installation .................. ........................................................................ 45-46
Suspension Adjustments ............................. ............................................................................. 47
A-Arm Adjustment................................... ................................................................................... 48
Vehicle Ride Height Adjustment ..................... .......................................................................... 49
Damper Adjustment .................................. ................................................................................. 50
Seat Adjustments ................................... .................................................................................... 51
Tow Points ......................................... ......................................................................................... 52
Maintenance Schedules .............................. .......................................................................... 53-58
GM Engine Replacement Part Information ............. ............................................................. 59-60
Honda Engine Replacement Part Information .......... ........................................................... 61-62
Brake Pad Options .................................. .............................................................................. 63-66
Standard Paint Codes .............................. .................................................................................... 67
Service Notes ...................................... .................................................................................. 68-70
Track Notes ........................................ ................................................................................... 71-73

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ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Spark Plugs in GM Engines

Gap: 0.045 in. (1.14mm)
Recommended torque: 15 ft-lbs (20 Nm)
Service: Inspect before every track event and change i f necessary.
Type: LTR5GP NGK PK16PR-P11 ND LTR51X-11 NGK
PT16VR13 ND
(or equivalent)
Spark Plugs in Honda Engines

Gap: 0.039 – 0.043 in. (1.0 – 1.1mm)
Recommended torque: 15 ft-lbs (20 Nm)
Service: Inspect before every track event and change i f necessary.
Type: NGK: 1FR7G11K, 1FR7G11KS DENSO: SK22PR-M11, SK22PR-M11S

Ignition Timing and Battery (both engines)

Set by the processor and/or the ECU. Not adjustable.

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AIR FILTER REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
For vehicles with Honda engines, or GM engines with corrugated intakes, follow these directions:

To service the K&N air filter, the rear airbox cover m ust be removed. Remove the four 1/4 turn fasteners
holding the airbox cover to the engine cover and remo ve the body panel. Remove the three fasteners securing
the intake snorkel assembly, and you will find the air filter under it. The intake snorkel should rotate forward
within the roll bar to allow you access to the filter. Reverse this procedure to reinstall the air filter noti ng that the
K&N only fits in the snorkel one way.

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AIR FILTER REMOVAL & INSTALLATION (PLASTIC INTAKE)

If your car is equipped with a GM engine that was purch ased after November 2006, it may have a plastic intake
and require one additional step for removal.
Follow the previous instructions, and then remove the a ir filter retaining clip after the snorkel is removed. This
step will not require any tools.



NOTE: The Filtercharger® element must be cleaned and serviced with K&N cleaner and air filter oil per the
prescribed routine maintenance procedures as outlined in the product literature that accompanies the
Filtercharger®. For additional information, refer t o the K&N “Helpful Hints” document in your Owner’s Packet .

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES

The following schedules describe the maintenance require d for your Atom. Your vehicle is dependent on these
services to retain its safety and dependability. Refer to the Fluid Level/Fluid Type sections on pages 35-36
and the Replacement Part sections on pages 59-62 for qu antities and product types. Refer to the specific
component sections for locations, descriptions and/or accessing instructions.

Schedule I: General Reference
Refer to this schedule as an overall guide for perfor ming specific operations at specific mileage intervals.

Schedule II: Before Every Track Event
Follow the steps in this schedule before every track even t. Follow this schedule in conjunction with the other
schedules.


Schedule III: Initial 50 Miles (80 km)
Follow the steps in this schedule immediately following the initial 50 miles (80 km) of driving your vehicle.


Schedule IV: Initial 300 Miles (480 km)
Follow the steps in this schedule immediately following the initial 300 miles (480 km) of driving your vehicle.


Schedule V: Every 1,000 Miles (1,600 km)
Refer to this schedule at every 1,000 mile (1,600 km) interval of driving your vehicle.
Follow this schedule in
conjunction with schedules I & II.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FOR THE ARIEL ATOM 2

SCHEDULE I: GENERAL REFERENCE

Component Service/Operation
Engine Oil
Check before every track event or every 1,000 miles (1,600 km). Change as necessary. Engine Oil Filter
Replace during every oil change. Engine Coolant
Check before every track event. Replace every 30,0 00 miles (48,000 km). Supercharger
Aftercooler Coolant Check before every track event. Replace every 30,0
00 miles (48,000 km). Air Filter Check before every track event. Clean and oil ever
y 5,000 miles (8,000 km). The Filtercharger®
element must be cleaned and serviced with K&N clean er and air filter oil per the prescribed routine
maintenance procedures as outlined in the product l iterature that accompanies the Filtercharger®. Spark Plugs
Inspect before every track event and change if nece ssary. Transmission Fluid
Inspect for leaks before every track event; change every 10,000 miles (16,000 km). Brake Fluid
Inspect levels, condition, and any leakage before e very track event. Brake Rotors Replace when thickness decreases to 19mm, when puls
ation is noted, or if cracking or other physical
damage is found during inspection. Refer to the br ake bedding procedures on page12. Brake Pads Inspect for pad damage, thickness issues or deterio
ration before every event. Replace brake pads
when brake rotors are replaced. Refer to the brake bedding procedures on page12. Brake Hoses &
Lines Inspect brake lines for rubbing, scraping, or any d
amage. Fuel Lines &
Connections Inspect lines for rubbing or scraping before every
track event. Exhaust System Use a wrench to inspect flange bolts for tightness
every 5,000 miles (8,000 km), check gaskets at
this time. Tires
Inspect tires for proper pressure and tread wear be fore and after every track event. Wheels Check wheel nut torque after the first 50 miles (80
km) of operation and before every track event
thereafter. Ensure lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs. Drive Belt
Check belt for cracking or abnormal wear every 3,00 0 miles (4,800 km). Rod Ends Inspect rods ends on Push Rods, Steering Rods, and
A-Arms for any signs of fatiguing or wear,
replace if parts appear worn. Verify that all chec k nuts are tight on all rod ends.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FOR THE ARIEL ATOM 2

SCHEDULE II: BEFORE EVERY TRACK EVENT
Component Service/Operation
Engine Oil
Check before every track event. Change as necessar y. Engine Oil Filter
Replace during every oil change. Engine Coolant
Check before every track event. Supercharger
Aftercooler Coolant Check before every track event.
Air Filter
Check before every track event. Spark Plugs
Inspect before every track event and change if nece ssary. Transmission Fluid
Inspect for leaks before every track event. Brake Fluid
Inspect levels, condition, and any leakage before e very track event. Brake Rotors Refer to the Brake Bedding Procedures on page12. I
nspect and replace when thickness decreases
to 19mm, when pulsation is noted, or if cracking or other physical damage is found during inspection.

Brake Pads Inspect for pad damage, thickness issues or deterio
ration. Replace brake pads when brake rotors
are replaced. Refer to the brake bedding procedure s on page12. Brake Hoses &
Lines Inspect brake lines for rubbing, scraping, or any d
amage. Fuel Lines &
Connections Inspect lines for rubbing or scraping before every
track event. Exhaust System
Visually inspect exhaust flange bolts for tightness and/or damage. Tires
Inspect tires for proper pressure and tread wear be fore and after every track event. Wheels
Ensure lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs. Drive Belt
Check for abnormal wear. Rod Ends Inspect rods ends on Push Rods, Steering Rods, and
A-Arms for any signs of fatiguing or wear,
replace if parts appear worn. Verify that all chec k nuts are tight on all rod ends.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FOR THE ARIEL ATOM 2

SCHEDULE III: INITIAL 50 MILES (80 KM)
Component Service/Operation
Engine Oil
Check and fill as necessary. Engine Oil Filter
No service required. Engine Coolant
Check and fill as necessary. Supercharger
Aftercooler Coolant Check and fill as necessary.
Air Filter
No service required. Spark Plugs
No service required. Transmission Fluid
No service required. Brake Fluid
Check level. Fill as necessary. Brake Rotors
Refer to the brake bedding procedures on page12. Brake Pads
Refer to the brake bedding procedures on page12. Brake Hoses &
Lines Inspect brake lines for rubbing, scraping, or any d
amage. Fuel Lines &
Connections Inspect for damage.
Exhaust System Visually inspect exhaust flange bolts for tightness
and/or damage, check gaskets visually to ensure
they have not developed a leak. Tires
Inspect for any unusual tread wear. Wheels
Ensure lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs. Drive Belt
Check for abnormal wear. Rod Ends Inspect rods ends on Push Rods, Steering Rods, and
A-Arms for any signs of fatiguing or wear,
replace if parts appear worn. Verify that all chec k nuts are tight on all rod ends. We recommend
replacement of all suspension rod ends at 3000mi or sooner based upon driving habits.

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FOR THE ARIEL ATOM 2

SCHEDULE IV: INITIAL 300 MILES (480 KM)
Component Service/Operation
Engine Oil
Check and fill as necessary. Engine Filter
No service required. Engine Coolant
Check and fill as necessary. Supercharger
Aftercooler Coolant Check and fill as necessary.
Air Filter
No service required. Spark Plugs
Inspect before every track event and change if nece ssary. Transmission Fluid
No service required. Brake Fluid
Check level; fill as required. Brake Rotors Inspect and replace when thickness decreases to 19m
m, when pulsation is noted, or if cracking or
other physical damage is found during inspection. Brake Pads Inspect for pad damage, thickness issues or deterio
ration. Replace brake pads when brake rotors
are replaced. Brake Hoses &
Lines Inspect brake lines for rubbing, scraping, or any d
amage. Fuel Lines &
Connections Inspect for damage.
Exhaust System Visually inspect exhaust flange bolts for tightness
and/or damage, check gaskets visually to ensure
they have not developed a leak. Tires
Inspect for any unusual tread wear. Wheels
Ensure lug nut torque is 80 ft-lbs. Drive Belt
Check for abnormal wear. Rod Ends Inspect rods ends on Push Rods, Steering Rods, and
A-Arms for any signs of fatiguing or wear,
replace if parts appear worn. Verify that all chec k nuts are tight on all rod ends. We recommend
replacement of all suspension rod ends at 3000mi or sooner based upon driving habits.