BOMBARDIER Outlander 400 Operator's Manual page 13

Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described further in this Operator's
Guide. Check the terrain carefully before you start up any hill. Never climb hills with exces-
sively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight forward. Never open the throttle suddenly
or make sudden gear changes. Never go over the top of any hill at high speed.
Always follow proper procedures for going down hills and for braking on hills as described
further in this Operator's Guide. Check the terrain carefully before you start down any hill.
Shift your weight backward. Never go down a hill at high speed. Avoid going down a hill at
an angle that would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Go straight down the hill
where possible.
Always follow proper procedures for crossing the side of a hill as described further in this
Operator's Guide. Avoid hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces. Shift your weight to
the uphill side of the vehicle. Never attempt to turn the vehicle around on any hill until you
have mastered the turning technique described further in this Operator's Guide on level
ground. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible.
Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll backwards when climbing a hill. To avoid
stalling, use proper gear and maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill. If you stall or roll
backwards, follow the special procedure for braking described further in this Operator's
Guide. Dismount on the uphill side or to a side if pointed straight uphill. Turn the ATV around
and remount, following the procedure described further in this Operator's Guide.
Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area. Never attempt to operate over
large obstacles, such as large rocks or fallen trees. Always follow proper procedures when
operating over obstacles as described further in this Operator's Guide.
Always be careful when skidding or sliding. Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by
practicing at low speeds and on level, smooth terrain. On extremely slippery surfaces, such
as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding out of control.
Never operate this vehicle in fast flowing water or in water deeper than that specified further
in this Operator's Guide. Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability. Test
your brakes after leaving water. If necessary, apply them several times to let friction dry out
the pads.
Always be sure there are no obstacles or people behind the vehicle when you operate in
reverse. When it is safe to proceed in reverse, go slowly.
Always use the size and type tires specified further in this Operator's Guide. Always maintain
proper tire pressure as described further in this Operator's Guide.
Never modify this vehicle through improper installation or use of accessories. Only use BRP's
approved accessories. Do not install passenger seat or use the racks to carry a passenger.
Never exceed the stated load limits for this vehicle including operator, all other loads and
added accessories. Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached. Reduce
speed and follow instructions in this Operator's Guide for carrying cargo or pulling a trailer.
Allow greater distance for braking.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ATV SAFETY, contact an authorized Bombardier ATV
dealer to find out about the available training courses nearest you.
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