Engaging Awd; Disengaging Awd; Locking The Differential - Polaris RANGER Diesel 2013 Owner's Manual For Maintenance And Safety

OPERATION
All Wheel Drive (AWD)

Engaging AWD

Press the top of the rocker switch to engage All Wheel Drive (AWD). The
illuminated amber AWD switch indicates that the vehicle is in AWD.
When the AWD switch is on, the front wheels will automatically engage
any time the rear wheels lose traction. When the rear wheels regain trac-
tion, 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. Operate in reverse for at least 10 feet (3 m).
2. Stop completely. Shift into low gear and drive forward.
3. If the front gearcase remains locked after following these instructions, see your dealer
for service.

Locking the Differential

NOTICE: Damage to the differential can occur if it is engaged
while the vehicle is traveling at high speeds or while the
rear wheels are spinning. Slow the vehicle to nearly
stopped before engaging the differential.
Locking the differential in slippery or low traction condi-
tions helps improve traction. Move the rocker switch to the
center position (2WD) to lock the differential and operate in
rear wheel drive.
Press the bottom of the switch to unlock the differential and
allow the rear drive wheels to operate independently. This
mode of operation is well suited to turf driving or whenever
aggressive traction is not required.
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