Polaris RANGER 500 2022 Owner's Manual page 66

OPERATION
HAULING CARGO
Overloading the vehicle or carrying or towing cargo improperly can alter
vehicle handling and may cause loss of control or brake instability. Always
Never exceed the stated load capacity for this vehicle.
REDUCE SPEED AND ALLOW GREATER DISTANCES FOR BRAKING
NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY of the vehicle. When
determining the weight you are adding to the vehicle, include the weight of the
operator, passenger, accessories, loads in the rack or box and the load on the
trailer tongue. The combined weight of these items must not exceed the
Always load the cargo box with the load as far forward and as low as possible.
When operating over rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo to maintain
Always operate the vehicle with extreme care when hauling or towing loads.
Slow down and drive in the lowest gear available.
SECURE ALL LOADS BEFORE OPERATING. Unsecured loads can create
unstable operating conditions, which could result in loss of control of the
OPERATE ONLY WITH STABLE AND SAFELY ARRANGED LOADS. When
handling off-centered loads that cannot be centered, securely fasten the load
Always attach the tow load to the hitch point designated for your vehicle.
HEAVY LOADS CAN CAUSE BRAKING AND CONTROL PROBLEMS. Use
extreme caution when applying brakes with a loaded vehicle. Avoid terrain or
USE EXTREME CAUTION when operating with loads that extend over the
rack sides. Stability and maneuverability may be adversely affected, causing
DO NOT TRAVEL FASTER THAN THE RECOMMENDED SPEEDS. Vehicle
should never exceed 10 MPH (16 km/h) while towing a load on a level grass
surface. Vehicle speed should never exceed 5 MPH (8 km/h) when towing
loads in rough terrain, while cornering, or while ascending or descending a hill.
If the vehicle is capable, never exceed 43 MPH (70 km/h) if total payload
Carrying a passenger in the cargo box could result in a fall from the vehicle or
contact with moving components. Never allow a passenger to ride in the cargo
Your vehicle has been designed to carry or tow specific capacities. Reduce
speed and allow a greater distance for braking when carrying cargo.
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follow these precautions when hauling cargo:
WHEN HAULING CARGO.
maximum weight capacity.
stable driving conditions.
and operate with extra caution.
situations that may require backing downhill.
vehicle rollover.
exceeds 335 lbs. (152 kg).
WARNING
vehicle.
box.