Polaris 2010 Ranger XP - Manual (Page 24)

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Operating on Slippery Terrain
Failure to use extra caution when operating on excessively rough, slippery or
loose terrain could cause loss of traction, loss of control, accident or overturn.
Do not operate on excessively slippery surfaces.
Always reduce speed and use additional caution when operating on slippery
surfaces.
Improper Hill Climbing
Climbing hills improperly can cause loss of control or vehicle overturn. Always
follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in the owner's manual.
See page 48.
Stalling While Climbing a Hill
Stalling or rolling backwards while climbing a hill could cause an overturn.
Always maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill.
If all forward speed is lost:
• Apply the brakes.
• Place the transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight
downhill while applying light brake pressure to control speed.
If you begin rolling downhill:
• Never apply engine power.
• Apply the brakes gradually until the vehicle is fully stopped.
• Place the transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight
downhill while applying light brake pressure to control speed.