Polaris 1998 Offroad Vehicle, Owner'S Manual

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CONTROL AND PARTS FUNCTIONS
Demand 4 Drive
(Found on models with All Wheel Drive)
AWD Button
AWD
Button
Out “Off”
AWD
Button in
“On”
AWD Indicator
Light
Exclusive Demand 4 Drive System (All Wheel Drive)
This Polaris AWD is equipped with a unique, Polaris exclusive, Demand 4 Drive
(AWD) system which is activated by a switch on the right handlebar. When the
switch is “off” the 4x4 is in 2 wheel drive at all times. When the switch is “on” the
4x4 is in Demand 4 Drive and the front wheels will automatically engage anytime
the rear wheels lose traction. When the rear wheels regain traction, the front
wheels will automatically disengage. NOTE: The override switch also allows ac-
tivation of Demand 4 Drive (AWD) in reverse, if Demand 4 Drive switch is on.
The AWD button position and a red AWD light indicates when the vehicle is in De-
mand 4 Drive. There is no limit to the length of time the vehicle may remain in De-
mand 4 Drive.
The Demand 4 Drive switch may be turned on or off while the vehicle is moving.
If the switch is turned off when the front hubs are driving they will not release until
the rear wheels regain traction.
CAUTION: Do not switch on Demand 4 Drive if the rear wheels are spinning. This
may cause severe drive shaft and clutch damage. Engage the Demand 4 Drive
switch before getting into conditions where front wheel drive may be needed. If the
rear wheels are spinning, release the throttle before turning the Demand 4 Drive
switch on.