Operation, Driving in reverse, Driving over obstacles – Polaris 2014 Ranger 400 User Manual

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OPERATION

Driving in Reverse

Follow these precautions when operating
in reverse:

1. Always check for obstacles or people

behind the vehicle. Always inspect left
and right fields of vision before
backing.

2. Always avoid backing downhill.

3. Back slowly.

4. Apply the brakes lightly for stopping.

5. Avoid turning at sharp angles.

6. Never open the throttle suddenly.

Driving Over Obstacles

Follow these precautions when operating
over obstacles:

1. Always check for obstacles before

operating in a new area.

2. Look ahead and learn to read the

terrain. Be constantly alert for
hazards such as logs, rocks and low
hanging branches.

3. Travel slowly and use extra caution

when operating on unfamiliar terrain.
Not all obstacles are immediately
visible.

4. Avoid operating over large obstacles such as large rocks and fallen trees. If unavoidable,

use extreme caution and operate slowly.

5. Always have all passengers dismount and move away from the vehicle before operating

over an obstacle that could cause a rollover.

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