Driving On Slippery Surfaces - Polaris UTV Series 10 2x4 Owner's Manual

Operator Safety

Driving On Slippery Surfaces

Extra caution is required when operating on slippery surfaces.
Loss of tire traction and vehicle control can result in an accident,
including an overturn.
Never apply brakes during a skid. Complete loss of control can
result.
Avoid operating on excessively slippery surfaces.
Always reduce speed and use additional caution.
When driving on slippery surfaces such as wet trails, loose gravel, or
ice, be alert for the possibility of skidding and sliding. Under these
conditions, follow these precautions:
1. Slow down when entering slippery areas.
2. Maintain a high level of alertness, reading the trail and avoiding
quick, sharp turns, which can cause skids.
3. Correct a skid by turning the steering wheel in the direction of the
skid.
4. Drive with AWD engaged to assist in controlling the vehicle.
Engaging AWD while the wheels are spinning can cause severe
damage to the drive train.
Before operating your vehicle on a frozen body of water, be sure the
ice is thick enough to support the machine and its operator, as well
as the force created by a moving vehicle. Severe injury or death
can result if the vehicle and/or its operator break through the ice.
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