2010 Polaris Ranger EV Owners Manual - Page 47

2010 Polaris Ranger EV Manual

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Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling) OPERATION Driving on a sidehill is not recommended. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or overturn. Avoid crossing the side of any hill unless absolutely necessary. If crossing a sidehill is unavoidable, follow these precautions: 1. Slow down. 2. Exercise extreme caution. 3. Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill (15° maximum). Driving Downhill When driving downhill, follow these precautions: 1. Avoid steep hills (15° maximum). 2. Always descend a hill with the direction selector switch on forward. Never descend a hill with the switch on neutral. 3. Drive straight downhill. Avoid descending a hill at an angle, 15° maximum which would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Travel straight downhill when possible. 4. Slow down. 5. Apply the brakes slightly to aid in slowing. 43

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OPERATION
Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling)
Driving on a sidehill is not recommended. Improper procedure could
cause loss of control or overturn. Avoid crossing the side of any hill
unless absolutely necessary.
If crossing a sidehill is
unavoidable
, follow these precautions:
1.
Slow down.
2.
Exercise extreme caution.
3.
Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill (15
°
maximum).
Driving Downhill
When driving downhill, follow these precautions:
1.
Avoid steep hills (15
°
maximum).
2.
Always descend a hill
with the direction
selector switch on for-
ward. Never descend a
hill with the switch on
neutral.
3.
Drive straight down-
hill. Avoid descending
a hill at an angle,
which would cause the
vehicle to lean sharply
to one side. Travel
straight downhill when possible.
4.
Slow down.
5.
Apply the brakes
slightly
to aid in slowing.
15
°
maximum