Polaris Hawkeye 2x4 - Manual (Page 25)

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SAFETY
Driving Safely
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.
Apply the brakes gradually. When fully stopped, lock the hydraulic
parking brake. See page 39.
Dismount on the uphill side, or to either side if the vehicle is pointed
straight uphill. Turn the vehicle around using the K-Turn. See page 26.
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.