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Operation, Driving on a sidehill (sidehilling) – Polaris Sportsman 9921848 User Manual

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OPERATION

Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling)

Avoid crossing the side of a hill (sidehilling) if possible. If sidehilling is

necessary, follow these precautions:
1. Slow down.
2. If operating in 2X4 mode, make sure the differential is locked

( ).

3. Avoid hills with slippery or loose surfaces.
4. Avoid crossing the sides of steep hills.
5. Do not cross a hillside with a passenger on board. Ask the passenger

to dismount and walk across the hillside.

6. Shift your weight uphill.
7. Keep your feet on the footrests.
8. Steer slightly into the hill.

NOTE: If the vehicle begins to tip, quickly turn the front wheel downhill, if

possible, or dismount on the uphill side immediately!

Always follow the procedures

outlined in this manual for crossing

the side of a hill.
Never attempt to turn the

Quadricycle around on any hill until

you've mastered (on level ground)

the turning technique outlined in this

manual.