Polaris RANGER XP 1000 Northstar Edition 2017 Owner's Manual page 55

All Wheel Drive/Rear Differential System
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.
Move the rocker switch to the center position to lock the differential and operate in two
wheel drive (2WD). Locking the differential in slippery or low traction conditions helps
improve traction. When the rear differential is locked, both rear wheels rotate at the same
speed.
Unlocking the Differential (TURF Mode)
Press the bottom of the switch to unlock the differential and allow the rear drive wheels to
operate independently (1WD). When the rear differential is unlocked, the rear wheels can
rotate at different speeds. Unlock the differential to make maneuvering easier and minimize
damage to turf.
When operating in TURF mode, the inside rear wheel will rotate independently from the
outside wheel during turns. Operate in TURF mode only as needed to protect smooth, level
surfaces from tire damage. DO NOT operate in TURF mode when climbing or descending
hills, when sidehilling, or when operating on uneven, loose, or slippery terrain such as sand,
gravel, ice, snow, obstacles, and water crossings. Always operate in AWD on these types of
terrain.
WARNING! Operating in TURF mode (if equipped) when on sloped, uneven, or loose terrain could
cause loss of control and result in serious injury or death. One rear wheel may slip and lose traction or
may lift up and grab when it touches the ground again.
WARNING! Never operate in TURF mode (if equipped) while operating on a hill or other irregular
terrain. Always move the AWD switch to AWD before ascending or descending a hill.
OPERATION
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