Polaris 2013 ATV Sportsman 500 Tractor INTL - Manual (Page 51)

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OPERATION
Driving Uphill
If all forward speed is lost:
Keep your weight uphill.
If the vehicle begins rolling downhill, never apply engine power. Never
apply the brakes aggressively while rolling backwards.
1. Apply the brakes gradually.
2. When fully stopped, lock the hydraulic parking brake.
3. Dismount on the uphill side, or on the left side if the vehicle is
pointed straight uphill.
4. Use the K-turn to turn around. See page 52.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for climbing hills. Avoid climbing hills
steeper than 25°.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for braking if you stall or roll
backwards while climbing a hill. Never back
down a hill.