2006 Polaris Ranger XP 700 EFI 4x4 Owners Manual - Page 42

Driving Safely Driving Uphill OPERATION 15_ Maximum Whenever traveling uphill, follow these precautions: 1. Always travel straight uphill. 2. Avoid steep hills (15_ maximum). 3. Keep both feet on the floor. 4. Proceed at a steady rate of speed and throttle opening. WARNING Climbing hills improperly can cause loss of control or vehicle overturn. Always check the terrain carefully before climbing a hill. Braking and handling are greatly affected when operating in hilly terrain. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or overturn and result in serious injury or death. Avoid climbing steep hills (15_ maximum). Use extreme caution when operating on hills, and follow proper operating procedures outlined in the owner's manual. Never climb hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Never open the throttle suddenly. Never go over the crest of a hill at high speed. An obstacle, a sharp drop, or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill. 39