Polaris Sportsman 850 2022 Owner's Manual page 84

OPERATION
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1. Release the throttle pedal completely and brake to a complete stop.
2. Place the transmission in PARK.
3. Turn the key to the OFF position.
4. Slowly release the brake pedal and make sure the transmission is in PARK
before exiting the vehicle.
A rolling vehicle can cause serious injury. Always place the transmission in
BRAKING
1. Release the throttle pedal completely.
When the throttle pedal is released completely and engine speed slows to near
2. Press on the brake pedal evenly and firmly. Practice starting and stopping
(using the brakes) until you're familiar with the controls.
PARKING THE VEHICLE
1. Stop the vehicle on a level surface. When parking inside a garage or other
structure, be sure that the structure is well ventilated and that the vehicle is
not close to any source of flame or sparks, including any appliance with pilot
lights.
2. Place the transmission in PARK.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Engage the parking brake (if equipped).
5. Slowly release the brake pedal and make sure the transmission is in PARK
before exiting the vehicle.
6. Remove the ignition key to prevent unauthorized use.
PARKING ON AN INCLINE
Avoid parking on an incline if possible. If it's unavoidable, follow these
precautions:
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WARNING
PARK before stopping the engine.
NOTICE
idle, the vehicle has no engine braking.
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