2007 Polaris 500 XC SP Owners Manual - Page 70

Reverse Operation WARNING OPERATION Improper reverse operation, even at low speeds, may cause loss of control, resulting in serious injury or death. Damage will occur to the chaincase or transmission if shifting is attempted when the engine is operating above idle speed Shift to or from reverse only when the snowmobile is stopped and when engine speed is at idle. Look behind the vehicle before and while backing. Avoid sharp turns. Apply throttle slowly. Mechanical Reverse Make sure the shift lever is shifted completely into forward or reverse position. Some models are equipped with a reverse indicator light that will help you make that determination. Do not force the shift lever into reverse if resistance is felt. The gears may not always be aligned for shifting into reverse, and forcing the lever may cause damage. If resistance is felt, gently apply the throttle to move the gears to a different position and try to shift again. The transmission may not always be in the gear indicated by the shift lever. Apply the throttle slowly until you're sure which gear is engaged. Sometimes the drive belt will drag in the drive clutch, causing slight tension in the transmission and making it hard to shift. Shutting the engine off will remove this tension and ease shifting. This should only happen during the break-in of a new belt or when the drive/driven clutch center distance is too long. If this is the case, belt tension adjustments should be made by your dealer. 67