Polaris MATRIX INDY VR1 Series Owner's Manual page 146

OPERATION
POLARIS ELECTRONIC REVERSE CONTROL
(PERC)
Improper reverse operation, even at low speeds, may cause loss of control,
resulting in serious injury or death. Damage will occur to the chaincase or
transmission if shifting is attempted when the engine is operating above idle
• Shift to or from reverse only when the snowmobile is stopped and when
engine speed is at idle.
• Look behind the vehicle before and while backing.
• Avoid sharp turns.
• Apply throttle slowly.
Electronic reverse will activate only if the engine RPM is below 3000.
Engaging the starter when the engine is running WILL result in serious engine
damage, especially if the engine is in reverse. Never engage the starter when
If equipped, secure rail scratchers to rail beams so they do not bend when in
ENGAGING REVERSE
1. Stop the snowmobile and leave the engine idling.
2. Make sure the area behind your vehicle is clear.
3. Push the yellow reverse button on the left-hand control for one second, then
release. The engine will automatically reduce RPM and start a reverse
rotation. A flashing reverse light on the instrument panel will indicate that the
transmission is in reverse.
4. Apply the throttle slowly to make sure the transmission is in reverse. The
maximum engine RPM will be 5000 when in reverse.
If the engine stops running, the snowmobile will be in forward gear when it's
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WARNING
speed.
CAUTION
the engine is running.
IMPORTANT
reverse.
TIP
restarted.