Polaris 800 INDY XC 129 2019 Owner's Manual page 97

ENGAGING REVERSE
1. Stop the snowmobile and leave the engine idling.
2. Make sure the area behind your vehicle is clear.
3. Push the yellow reverse button on the left-hand control for one second, then
release. The engine will automatically reduce RPM and start a reverse
rotation. A flashing reverse light on the instrument panel will indicate that the
transmission is in reverse.
4. Apply the throttle slowly to make sure the transmission is in reverse. The
maximum engine RPM will be 5000 when in reverse.
If the engine stops running, the snowmobile will be in forward gear when it's
DISENGAGING REVERSE
1. Stop the snowmobile and leave the engine idling.
Engaging the starter when the engine is running WILL result in serious engine
damage, especially if the engine is in reverse. Never engage the starter when
2. Push the yellow reverse button for one second and release. The engine will
slow and begin to rotate forward. The light on the instrument panel will shut
off.
3. Apply the throttle slowly to make sure the vehicle is in forward.
EMERGENCY STOPPING
The following chart lists methods for stopping the snowmobile in the event of an
emergency.
SYSTEM
Ignition Switch
Brake
Engine Stop Switch
Throttle Safety Switch
Tether Switch (Option)
TIP
restarted.
CAUTION
the engine is running.
Interrupts ignition circuit
Slows jackshaft
Interrupts ignition circuit
Interrupts ignition circuit
Interrupts ignition circuit
OPERATION
WHAT IT DOES
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