Polaris RANGER 1000 2023 Owner's Manual page 89

ALL WHEEL DRIVE/REAR DIFFERENTIAL
SYSTEM
If your model is equipped with a lockable differential, you can choose to operate
with an open differential or a closed differential.
ENGAGING AWD
Switching to AWD while the rear wheels are spinning may cause severe drive
shaft and clutch damage. Always switch to AWD while the rear wheels have
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All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
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Differential Lock (2WD)
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Differential Unlock (TURF Mode)
Press the top of the driveline mode switch to engage All Wheel Drive (AWD).
The 4X4 indicator illuminates in the rider information center to indicate that the
vehicle is in AWD. When the AWD switch is on, the front gearcase will
automatically engage any time the rear wheels lose traction. When the rear
wheels regain traction, the front gearcase will automatically disengage. There is
no limit to the length of time the vehicle may remain in AWD. 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 switch is turned
off. If the switch is turned off while the front gearcase is moving, it will not
disengage until the rear wheels regain traction.
Engage the AWD 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
traction or are at rest.
OPERATION
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