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The following information (page 35) of your ATV Owner’s Manual, has been revised.
Engine Electrical Switches
1. Override Switch (Reverse Speed Limit-
er)
- This vehicle is equipped with a reverse
speed limiter system. To obtain additional
power while backing up, depress the over-
ride button.
WARNING:
Never activate the
override button while throttle is open as loss
of control may result, causing severe per-
sonal injury or death.
NOTE:
The override switch also allows ac-
tivation of Demand 4 Drive (All Wheel Drive)
in reverse, if Demand 4 Drive switch is on.
2. Main Switch
- This switch must be turned
clockwise to the “on” position to start the en-
gine.
3. Emergency Engine Stop Switch
- The
engine will not start or run when the switch is
in its “off” position. Its purpose is to provide
the operator with a quick means of engine
shutdown in case of stuck throttle or other
emergency.
NOTE:
Both the main switch and the emer-
gency engine stop switch shut off all electri-
cal power to the entire vehicle including
lights.
4. Engine Start Button
- Slide the stop switch to the center “run” position and push up to start.
Demand 4 Drive
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 activa-
tion of Demand 4 Drive (AWD) in reverse, if Demand 4 Drive switch is on.
There is no limit to the length of time the vehicle may remain in Demand 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.
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WARNING
Backing your ATV can be dangerous!
You could hit an obstacle or person behind you; or the vehicle could tip
over rearward on a steep incline causing severe injury or death.
Always back slowly avoiding excessive speed and do not use the reverse
speed override switch system unless additional power is required for ve-
hicle movement.
Avoid backing on steep inclines.
Avoid turning at sharp angles in reverse.
AWD Switch
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