Shift Lever; Drive Select Switch - Arctic Cat 500 Operato's Manual

CAUTION
Leaving the ignition switch in the ON
or LIGHTS position for a long period
of time when the engine is not run-
ning may cause the battery to dis-
charge. Always leave the ignition
switch in the OFF position when
engine is not running.

Shift Lever

(500/550/1000 Limited)
These ATV's have a dual-range auto-
matic transmission with reverse.
Shift Lever (700/1000
Mud Pro)
This ATV has a dual-range automatic
transmission with reverse and park.

Drive Select Switch

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This switch allows the operator to oper-
ate the ATV in either two-wheel drive
(rear wheels) or four-wheel drive (all
wheels). For normal riding on flat, dry,
hard surfaces, two-wheel drive should be
sufficient. In situations of aggressive trail
conditions, four-wheel drive would be
the desired choice.
To either engage or disengage the front
wheels, move the switch to the 4WD
position or to the 2WD position.
CF130B
CAUTION
Do not attempt to either engage or
disengage the 4WD lock while the
ATV is moving.
On the 550/700/1000, the 4WD lock
allows the operator to mechanically lock
the front differential to apply equal
power to both front wheels. To engage
the lock from 4WD, slide the switch up
and move fully to the left. To disengage
the lock, move the switch lever to the
right.
! WARNING
The 4WD lock is intended for use
EFI012A
where minimum traction is available.
NEVER EXCEED 10 MPH (16 kph)
with the lock engaged. Maneuverabil-
ity and handling characteristics will
differ with the lock engaged.
FI475A
KC342C