Polaris RANGER 500 2022 Owner's Manual page 74

OPERATION
DRIVE MODE INDICATOR
The Drive Mode Indicator displays the
active drive mode. The Drive Mode
Indicator will match the information
displayed in the Rider Information
Center. An amber light flashes when
drive mode selection is pending. Once
in the selected drive mode, a solid
amber light will show next to the active
drive mode.
ACTIVE DESCENT CONTROL (ADC) SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
The ADC system allows engine braking to all four wheels when the vehicle
descends a hill or incline.
• Always operate in low gear and engage ADC 4X4 when transporting heavy
loads and/or when towing.
• Always operate in low gear and engage ADC 4X4 before ascending or
descending a hill.
ENGAGING ACTIVE DESCENT CONTROL
The ADC system will automatically engage when both of the following conditions
occur:
• The drive mode must be in the ADC 4X4 position.
• The transmission must be in gear (high, low or reverse).
DISENGAGING ACTIVE DESCENT CONTROL
The ADC system will automatically disengage if at least one of the following
conditions occur:
• The drive mode is changed from the ADC 4X4 position.
• The transmission is shifted to neutral or park.
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