2004 Polaris Sportsman 400 Owners Manual - Page 39

CONTROLS Engine Electrical Switches WARNING Activating the override switch while the throttle is open can cause loss of control, resulting in severe injury or death. Do not activate the override switch while the throttle is open. 2 1 3 Mode/Reverse Override Switch (1) - This vehicle is equipped with a reverse speed limiter system. To gain additional power while backing, depress the override switch. NOTE: The override switch also allows activation of AWD in reverse, if the AWD switch is on. This switch is also used to toggle through the different modes of the rider information center. See page 45. Engine Stop Switch (2) - The engine will OFF RUN OFF not start or run when the switch is in the OFF position. Its purpose is to provide the operator with a quick means of engine shutdown in case of an emergency. 2 Main Switch (3) - To start the engine, slide the stop switch to the center RUN position and turn the main key switch clockwise past the ON position. Release the key when the engine starts. NOTE: Both the main switch and the emergency engine stop switch will shut off all electrical power to the vehicle, including lights. To stop the engine, slide the stop switch either right or left to the OFF position. 36