Yamaha KODIAK ULTRAMATIC YFM400FWAN 2000, Owner'S Manual

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WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Going down a hill improperly.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Could cause loss of control or cause the
ATV to overturn.
Always follow proper procedures for
going down hills as described in this
Owner’s Manual. Note: a special tech-
nique is required when braking as you
go down a hill.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always check the terrain carefully be-
fore you start down any hill.
Shift your weight backward.
Never go down a hill at high speed.
Avoid going down a hill at an angle that
would cause the vehicle to lean sharply
to one side. Go straight down the hill
where possible.