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NOTE:
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● When the switch is set to “LOCK”, the dif-
ferential gear lock indicator light will flash
until the differential gear is locked.
● When the indicator light is flashing, turn-
ing the handlebar back and forth will help
the differential gear lock to engage.
● Riding before the differential gear lock is
properly engaged (e.g., when the indica-
tor light is flashing) will cause the engine
speed to be limited until engagement is
complete.
● When the ATV is in 4WD-LOCK, the
maximum traveling speed is limited to
35 km/h (22 mph). However, if conditions
require full engine power to be available,
push and hold the override switch to dis-
able the 4WD-LOCK speed limiter. (See
page 4-8 for a detailed explanation of this
switch.)
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WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Riding too fast while the ATV is in
4WD-LOCK.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
All wheels turn at the same speed when
the differential is locked, so it takes
more effort to turn the ATV. The amount
of effort is more the faster you go. You
may lose control and have an accident if
you cannot make a sharp enough turn
for the speed you are traveling.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always ride at a slow speed when the
ATV is in 4WD-LOCK, and allow extra
time and distance for maneuvers.
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