Polaris RANGER Diesel 2013 Owner's Manual For Maintenance And Safety page 19

Operator Safety
Operating on Public Roads
Operating this vehicle on public streets, roads or highways could result in a collision with another
vehicle.
Never operate this vehicle on any public street, road or highway, including dirt and gravel roads. In
some areas it's unlawful to operate this vehicle on public streets, roads and highways.
Jumps and Stunts
Attempting wheelies, jumps and other stunts increases the risk of an accident or overturn. Never
attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts. Avoid exhibition driving.
Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
Failure to use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar terrain could result in an accident or overturn.
Unfamiliar terrain may contain hidden rocks, bumps, or holes that could cause loss of control or
overturn.
Travel slowly and use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Always be alert to changing
terrain conditions.
Operating on Slippery Terrain
Failure to use extra caution when operating on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain could cause
loss of traction, loss of control, accident or overturn.
Do not operate on excessively slippery surfaces.
Always reduce speed and use additional caution when operating on slippery surfaces.
Improper Hill Climbing
Climbing hills improperly can cause loss of control or vehicle overturn. Always follow proper procedures
for climbing hills as described in the owner's manual. See page 40.
Stalling While Climbing a Hill
Stalling or rolling backwards while climbing a hill could cause an overturn. Always maintain a steady
speed when climbing a hill.
If all forward speed is lost:
• Apply the brakes.
• Place the transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight downhill while applying
light brake pressure to control speed.
If you begin rolling downhill:
• Never apply engine power.
• Apply the brakes gradually until the vehicle is fully stopped.
• Place the transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight downhill while applying
light brake pressure to control speed.
SAFETY
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