2005 Polaris Ranger 6x6 Owners Manual - Page 41

2005 Polaris Ranger 6x6 Manual

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OPERATION Driving Safely Driving Procedures 1. Sit in the driver's seat and fasten the seat belt. 2. After starting the engine and allowing it to warm up, shift the transmission into gear. 3. Check your surroundings and determine your path of travel. 4. Release the parking brake. 5. Keeping both hands on the steering wheel, slowly depress the throttle with your right foot and begin driving. Vehicle speed is controlled by the amount of throttle opening and Polaris Variable Transmission (PVT) shifting is automatic. 6. Drive slowly. Practice maneuvering and using the throttle and brakes on level surfaces. NOTE: Low is the primary gear for operating the RANGER 4X4 and 6X6. High gear is intended for use on hard-packed surfaces with light loads. 39

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39
OPERATION
Driving Safely
Driving Procedures
1.
Sit in the driver’s seat and fasten the seat belt.
2.
After starting the engine and allowing it to warm up, shift the
transmission into gear.
3.
Check your surroundings and determine your path of travel.
4.
Release the parking brake.
5.
Keeping both hands on the steering wheel, slowly depress the
throttle with your right foot and begin driving. Vehicle speed is
controlled by the amount of throttle opening and Polaris Variable
Transmission (PVT) shifting is automatic.
6.
Drive slowly. Practice maneuvering and using the throttle and
brakes on level surfaces.
NOTE:
Low is the primary gear for operating the
RANGER
4X4 and
6X6. High gear is intended for use on hard-packed surfaces
with light loads.