Polaris 2008 Ranger RZR - Manual (Page 49)

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS
All Wheel Drive (AWD) System
The All Wheel Drive system is con-
trolled by the AWD switch. When
the switch is on 2X4, the vehicle is
in two-wheel drive at all times.
When the switch is on AWD, the
vehicle is in all wheel drive and the
AWD indicator light will be on.
When in AWD, the demand drive
unit will automatically engage any
time the rear wheels lose traction.
When the rear wheels regain trac-
tion, the demand drive unit will
automatically disengage.
There is no limit to the length of time the vehicle may remain in AWD.
Engaging AWD
The AWD switch may be turned on or off while the vehicle is moving.
Initially, the vehicle's electronic system will not enable the AWD until
the engine RPM is below 3100. Once enabled, the AWD remains
enabled until the AWD switch is turned off. If the switch is turned off
while the demand drive unit is moving, it will not disengage until the
rear wheels regain traction.
Engage the AWD switch before getting into conditions where front
wheel drive may be needed. If the rear wheels are spinning, release the
throttle before switching to AWD.
CAUTION
Switching to AWD while the rear wheels are spinning may cause severe drive
shaft and gearcase damage. Always switch to AWD while the rear wheels
have traction or are at rest.