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WARNING
HAZARD
Inattentive operation in “R” (Reverse). Back-
ing up without looking where you are going.
W
HAT CAN HAPPEN
Inattentive operation in “R” (Reverse) could
cause y ou to hit a person or obstacle behind
you, resulting in severe personal injury or
death.
H
OW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Before shifting into “R” (Reverse), make sure
there are no people or obstacles behind you,
and then proceed at a safe speed. Always
look where you are going, whether forward
or in reverse.
Remember:
•
Look behind you before backing up.
•
Open the throttle gradually.
•
To stop, gradually apply the brakes.
Riding in “4WD”
“4WD” gives greater t
ractionwhenyouareclimb-
ing steep inclines, or driving on bumpy, sandy or
slippery surfaces. If maximum torque is needed in
these situations, sh
ift into the low position with the
shift lever. Refer to the “Shift Lever” section and
“2WD/4WD Shifting”, “Variable Limited Slip Front
Differential,” an
d “Shifting Gears” sections.
WARNING
HAZARD
Changing from “2WD” to “4WD” or from
“4WD” to “2WD” while ATV is moving.
W
HAT CAN HAPPEN
The handling characteristics of this ATV dif-
fer between “2WD” and “4WD” according to
riding conditions. Changing operating mode
while moving can cause a sudden change in
handling performance which can cause the
operator to lose control and have an acci-
dent.
H
OW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always stop the ATV before changing from
“2WD” to “4WD” or vice versa.