2003 Polaris Vegas Owners Manual - Page 38

2003 Polaris Vegas Manual

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INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS Ignition Key The ignition key operates the ignition switch and parking lights. Ignition Switch The ignition switch energizes the ignition, the lighting system, and all electrical switches and buttons. Off Position In the OFF position, all electrical circuits are inactive and the ignition key can be removed. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position and remove the ignition key when leaving the motorcycle unattended. 2 3 On Position In the ON position, all electrical circuits are energized and the ignition key cannot be removed. The headlamp, taillight, and instrument lights illuminate. With the engine stop/run switch set to the RUN position (see page 44) you can start the engine. You can also activate the emergency flashers, turn signals and all other electrical features. 1 Caution 1. Off 2. On 3. P (Park) Before starting the engine, read the instructions for starting the engine beginning on page 66. Park Position (P) In the PARK position, the taillight, indicator lights, and license plate light illuminate, the emergency flashers can be activated, and the ignition key can be removed. You must push the ignition key into the switch while selecting the Park position. 36

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INSTRUMENTS, FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Ignition Key
The ignition key operates the ignition switch and parking lights.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch energizes the ignition, the lighting system, and all
electrical switches and buttons.
Off Position
In the OFF position, all electrical circuits are inactive and the ignition
key can be removed. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF
position and
remove the ignition key when leaving the motorcycle unattended.
On Position
In the ON position, all electrical circuits are energized and the ignition
key cannot be removed. The headlamp, taillight, and instrument lights
illuminate. With the engine stop/run switch set to the RUN position (see
page 44) you can start the engine. You can also activate the emergency
flashers, turn signals and all other electrical features.
Before starting the engine, read the instructions for starting the engine beginning on page 66.
Caution
Park Position (P)
In the PARK position, the taillight, indicator lights, and license plate light illuminate, the emergency flashers can be
activated, and the ignition key can be removed. You must push the ignition key into the switch while selecting the
Park position.
1. Off
2. On
3.
P (Park)
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