Driving Uphill; Driving Downhill - Polaris RANGER 570 Owner's Manual

OPERATION

Driving Uphill

Whenever traveling uphill, follow these
precautions:
1. Always travel straight uphill.
2. Avoid excessively steep hills.
3. Keep both feet on the floor.
4. Always check the terrain carefully before
ascending any hill. Never climb hills with
excessively slippery or loose surfaces.
5. Proceed at a steady rate of speed and
throttle opening. Never open the throttle
suddenly.
6. Never go over the crest of a hill at high
speed. An obstacle, a sharp drop, or
another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill.

Driving Downhill

When driving downhill, follow these
precautions:
1. Avoid excessively steep hills.
2. Drive straight downhill. Avoid descending
a hill at an angle, which would cause the
vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Travel
straight downhill when possible.
3. Slow down.
4. Apply the brakes slightly to aid in slowing.
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