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Operation, Driving on a sidehill (sidehilling), Warning – Polaris 2008 Ranger RZR User Manual

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OPERATION

Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling)

Avoid driving across the side of a hill. Control becomes difficult and

there is an increased chance of vehicle overturn when driving on a hill-

side.
If crossing a hill is unavoidable, follow these precautions:
1. Engage all-wheel drive.
2. Drive slowly and use extreme caution.
3. If the vehicle begins to overturn, or if it feels as if it may overturn,

immediately turn downhill.

4. Avoid obstacles and changes in terrain that may lower or raise one

side of the vehicle or cause the vehicle to slide.

5. If the vehicle begins to slide downhill, immediately turn downhill to

stop the slide, or stop the vehicle and maneuver slowly and care-

fully until the vehicle can be driven straight downhill.

WARNING

Crossing hillsides or turning on hills can result in loss of control or vehicle

overturn, resulting in severe injury or death. Avoid crossing the side of a hill.

Avoid operating on steep hills (15° maximum).