2007 Polaris Ranger 500 2x4 Owners Manual - Page 52

2007 Polaris Ranger 500 2x4 Manual

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Differential Operation Modes OPERATION The rear axle is equipped with a lockable differential that allows the operator to choose between an open differential or a closed differential. On 4X4 models, engaging AWD locks the front differential and the rear differential. AWD (4X4) Press the top of the rocker switch to engage All Wheel Drive (AWD). When in AWD, the rear wheels rotate at the same speed. The front wheels also rotate at the same speed. See page 50 for AWD operating instructions. 2WD/Rear Differential Locked Move the rocker switch to the center position to lock the differential and operate in two wheel drive (2WD). Locking the differential in slippery or low traction conditions helps improve traction. When the rear differential is locked, both rear wheels rotate at the same speed. OFF/Differential Unlocked Press the bottom of the switch to unlock the differential and allow the rear drive wheels to operate independently (1WD). When the rear differential is unlocked, the rear wheels can rotate at different speeds. Unlock the differential to make maneuvering easier and minimize damage to turf. CAUTION Damage to the differential can occur if it is engaged while the vehicle is traveling at high speeds or while the rear wheels are spinning. Slow the vehicle to nearly stopped before engaging the differential. 49

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OPERATION
Differential Operation Modes
The rear axle is equipped with a lockable differential that allows the
operator to choose between an open differential or a closed differential.
On 4X4 models, engaging AWD locks the front differential and the rear
differential.
AWD (4X4)
Press the top of the rocker switch to
engage All Wheel Drive (AWD). When
in AWD, the rear wheels rotate at the
same speed. The front wheels also rotate
at the same speed. See page 50 for AWD
operating instructions.
2WD/Rear Differential Locked
Move the rocker switch to the center
position to lock the differential and oper-
ate in two wheel drive (2WD). Locking
the differential in slippery or low traction
conditions helps improve traction. When
the rear differential is locked, both rear
wheels rotate at the same speed.
OFF/Differential Unlocked
Press the bottom of the switch to unlock the differential and allow the
rear drive wheels to operate independently (1WD). When the rear differ-
ential is unlocked, the rear wheels can rotate at different speeds. Unlock
the differential to make maneuvering easier and minimize damage to
turf.
CAUTION
Damage to the differential can occur if it is engaged while the vehicle is
traveling at high speeds or while the rear wheels are spinning. Slow the
vehicle to nearly stopped before engaging the differential.