2011 Kawasaki Mule 610 4x4 XC Owners Manual - Page 67
2011 Kawasaki Mule 610 4x4 XC Manual
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SAFE OPERATION 65 Driving in Reverse Start the engine following the procedure in the "Starting the Engine" section. Before shifting into reverse, stop the vehicle completely. Refer to the Gear Shift Lever in the "Shift Levers" section and "Reversing Gears" section. Turn around and look behind you before backing up to be sure there are no obstacles or people in your way. Gradually open the throttle and begin backing up cautiously. To stop while driving in reverse, close the throttle and gradually apply the brake. Avoid sudden application of the brake. Driving in "4WD" "4WD" gives greater traction when you are climbing steep inclines, or driving on bumpy, sandy or snowy surfaces. It also helps break loose, with the differential locked under certain circumstances, for example, when the vehicle is stuck in the mud. If maximum torque is needed in these situations, shift into the low position with the shift lever. Refer to the "Shift Levers" section and "2WD-4WD Shifting" "Shifting the Differential," and "Hi-Lo Shifting" sections. j NOTE NOTICE Do not operate the gear shift lever to change gears while driving the vehicle in reverse, or the transmission may be damaged. Remember: żLook behind you before backing up. żOpen the throttle gradually. żTo stop, gradually apply the brake. żDo not drive in "4WD" on paved surfaces, because it increases tire and drive train wear and makes the steering feel tight. żUse "4WD" on steep inclines or loose surfaces, or Remember: when stuck in the mud, with the differential locked if necessary. żFor maximum torque shift into low range. żDo not drive in "4WD" on paved surfaces.