Arctic Cat XC 450 Operator's Manual page 30

Braking/Stopping
Always allow plenty of room and time to stop safely. Sometimes quick
stops are inevitable, so always be prepared. Whether you're stopping
slowly or stopping quickly, do this:
1. Squeeze the left brake lever or step on the brake pedal to apply the rear
brakes, and squeeze the right brake lever to apply the front brakes.
2. If your wheels lock, release them for a second; then apply them
again.
3. Never "ride" the brake. Even maintaining minimal pressure on
the brake lever will cause the brake pads to drag on the disc and
may overheat the brake fluid.
! WARNING
Excessive repetitive use of the hydraulic brake for high speed
stops will cause overheating of the brake fluid and premature
brake pad wear which will result in an unexpected loss of brakes.
! WARNING
Use only Arctic Cat approved brake fluid. Never substitute or
mix different types or grades of brake fluid. Brake loss can
result. Check brake fluid level and pad wear before each use.
Brake loss can result in serious injury or death.
Shifting
The Arctic Cat ATV with an automatic transmission has a dual-range
transmission with reverse. To shift the ATV, follow these steps:
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1. To engage the high range
from neutral, move the shift
lever forward.
2. To engage the low range
from high range, move the
shift lever outward and for-
ward.
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NOTE: The high range is
for normal riding with light
loads. The low range is for
carrying heavy loads or trailer towing. Compared to HIGH
range, the LOW range position provides slower speed and
greater torque to the wheels.
CAUTION
Always shift into low range when operating on wet or uneven
terrain, when towing or pushing heavy loads, and when using a
plow. Failure to follow this caution may result in premature V-
belt failure or in damage to related drive system components.
3. To engage reverse gear from neutral, move the shift lever outward
and rearward into the R position.
CAUTION
Always come to a complete stop before attempting to shift from
one range to the other or into reverse. Always shift on level
ground, or engage the brake lever lock before shifting into another
range or into reverse.
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