2007 Polaris Hawkeye 2x4 Owners Manual - Page 46
2007 Polaris Hawkeye 2x4 Manual
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All Wheel Drive (AWD) System (4X4 Models) FEATURES AND CONTROLS The All Wheel Drive system is controlled by the AWD switch. When the switch is on 2X4, the ATV is in two-wheel drive at all times. When the switch is on AWD, the ATV is in all wheel AWD drive and the AWD indicator light Switch in the instrument cluster will be on. When in AWD, the demand drive unit will automatically engage any time the rear wheels lose traction. When the rear wheels regain traction, the demand drive unit will automatically disengage. NOTE: The override switch allows activation of AWD in reverse if the AWD switch is on. See page 34. There is no limit to the length of time the vehicle may remain in AWD. Engaging AWD The AWD switch may be turned on or off while the vehicle is moving. Initially, the vehicle's electronic system will not enable the AWD until the engine RPM is below 3100. Once enabled, the AWD remains enabled until the AWD switch is turned off. If the switch is turned off while the demand drive unit is moving, it will not disengage until the rear wheels regain traction. Engage the AWD switch before getting into conditions where front wheel drive may be needed. If the rear wheels are spinning, release the throttle before switching to AWD. CAUTION Switching to AWD while the rear wheels are spinning may cause severe drive shaft and gearcase damage. Always switch to AWD while the rear wheels have traction or are at rest. 43