2008 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI Owners Manual - Page 65

2008 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI Manual

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Driving Safely OPERATION Driving Downhill WARNING Excessive speed when traveling downhill can cause loss of control and serious injury or death. Slow down. Applying the brakes too firmly may cause the rear wheels to lock, which could result in loss of control and serious injury or death. Apply the brakes gradually. When driving downhill, follow these precautions: 1. Always move the 4X4 switch to ADC 4X4 before ascending or descending a hill. See page 44. 2. Shift your weight uphill. 3. Drive straight downhill. 4. Slow down. 5. Squeeze the brake lever gradually. NOTE: Before operating your ATV, learn how to use the auxiliary brake for emergency situations (if service brakes become inoperable). 65

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OPERATION
Driving Safely
Driving Downhill
When driving downhill, follow these precautions:
1.
Always move the 4X4 switch to ADC 4X4 before ascending or
descending a hill. See page 44.
2.
Shift your weight uphill.
3.
Drive straight downhill.
4.
Slow down.
5.
Squeeze the brake lever gradually.
NOTE:
Before operating your ATV, learn how to use the auxiliary brake for
emergency situations (if service brakes become inoperable).
WARNING
Excessive speed when traveling downhill can cause loss of control and
serious injury or death. Slow down.
Applying the brakes too firmly may cause the rear wheels to lock, which
could result in loss of control and serious injury or death. Apply the brakes
gradually.