Polaris RANGER XP 1000 Northstar Edition 2017 Owner's Manual page 54

OPERATION
All Wheel Drive/Rear Differential System
If your model is equipped with a lockable differential, you can choose to operate with an
open differential or a closed differential.
Engaging AWD
Press the top of the switch to engage All Wheel
Drive (AWD). The 4X4 indicator illuminates in the
rider information center to indicate that the vehicle is
in AWD. See page 36.
When the AWD switch is on, the front wheels will
automatically engage any time the rear wheels lose
traction. When the rear wheels regain traction, the
front wheels will automatically disengage. There is
no limit to the length of time the vehicle may remain
in AWD.
Tip: The AWD switch may be turned on or off while the
vehicle is moving.
Engage the AWD before getting into conditions
where front wheel drive may be needed. If the rear
wheels are spinning, release the throttle before
switching to AWD.
NOTICE: Switching to AWD while the rear wheels are
spinning may cause severe drive shaft and
clutch damage. Always switch to AWD while
the rear wheels have traction or are at rest.
Disengaging AWD
Move the AWD switch to the center or bottom position to disengage AWD. If the switch is
turned off while the front hubs are driving, they will not release until the rear wheels regain
traction.
In some situations, the front gearcase may remain locked after turning the AWD switch off.
If this occurs, you may notice increased steering effort and some vehicle speed restriction.
Perform the following procedure to unlock the front gearcase.
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Operate in reverse for at least 10 feet (3 m).
3. Stop completely.
4. Shift into low gear and drive forward.
5. If the front gearcase remains locked after following these instructions, see your dealer
for service.
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