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Shifting
1. To engage any gear position from
park, move the shift lever upward to
the desired position. R (reverse), N
(neutral), H (high range), or L (low
range).
2. To engage the P (park), come to a
complete stop; then shift the trans-
mission into park.
3. Selected gear: L, H, N, R or P will
display on gauge.
NOTE: The high range is for nor-
mal riding with light loads. The low
range is for carrying heavy loads or
trailer towing. Compared to HIGH
range, the LOW range position pro-
vides slower speed and greater
torque to the wheels.
CAUTION
Always shift into low range when oper-
ating 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.
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.
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 stop-
ping quickly, do the following:
1. Squeeze the brake lever on the left
handlebar to apply both the front and
rear brakes.
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2. If your wheels lock, release them for
a second; then apply them again.
3. Never "ride" the brake. Even main-
taining minimal pressure on the brake
lever will cause the brake pads to
drag on the disc and may overheat the
brake fluid.
Excessive
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.
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Use only 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 severe injury or even
death.
Parking
Parking involves following the previous
rules for braking; then:
1. After the vehicle stops, shift into Low.
2. Turn off the ignition switch when fan
stops. See Shutting Down Properly on
page 39.
CAUTION
! WARNING
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! WARNING
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