Polaris GENERAL 1000 2017 Owner's Manual For Maintenance And Safety page 51

All Wheel Drive (AWD) System
The All Wheel Drive system is controlled by the
AWD switch. When the switch is on 2X4, the
vehicle is in two-wheel drive at all times. When the
switch is on AWD, the vehicle is in all wheel drive.
The selected drive mode displays in the information
center.
When in AWD, the demand drive unit will
automatically engage any time the rear wheels lose
traction. When the rear wheels regain traction, the
demand drive unit will automatically disengage.
There is no limit to the length of time the vehicle
may remain in AWD.
Unlocking the Differential (TURF Mode)
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.
Press the bottom of the switch to unlock the differential and allow the rear drive wheels to
operate independently. This mode of operation is well suited to turf driving or whenever
aggressive traction is not required.
Engaging/Disengaging AWD
The AWD switch may be turned on or off while the vehicle is moving.
• Press the top of the rocker switch to engage AWD.
• Return the switch to the center position to operate in two wheel drive.
Initially, the vehicle's electronic system will not enable the AWD until the engine RPM is
below 3100. Once enabled, the AWD remains enabled until the AWD switch is turned off. If
the switch is turned off while the demand drive unit is moving, it will not disengage until the
rear wheels regain traction.
Engage the AWD switch before getting into conditions where front wheel drive may be
needed. If the rear wheels are spinning, release the throttle before switching to AWD.
NOTICE: Switching to AWD while the rear wheels are spinning or slipping may cause severe drive
shaft and gearcase damage. Always switch to AWD while the rear wheels have traction or
are at rest.
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