2009 Polaris Sportsman 500 Owners Manual - Page 26
2009 Polaris Sportsman 500 Manual
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SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Rack Warning Rack Warning + + Clutch Cover Warning + Clutch Cover Warning WARNING • Moving parts hazard under belt-clutch guard. To prevent serious injury, do not operate vehicle with guard removed. • Do not modify engine or clutch. Doing so can cause part failure, possible imbalance, and excessive engine RPM, which can result in serious injury or death. NO STEP 7172563 Rack Warning, Front and Rear WARNING • DO NOT TOW FROM RACK OR BUMPER. Vehicle damage or tipover may result causing severe injury or death. Tow only from tow hooks or hitch. • Max Rack Loads: Front 90 lbs. (41 kg) Rear 180 lbs. (82 kg) 7172572 Reverse Override Warning/4X4 Caution WARNING Pushing reverse override button may cause sudden increases in power and traction if too much throttle is applied. Loss of control or forward flipover may result, especially in AWD. See Owner's Manual. CAUTION Do not push switch to engage AWD if the rear wheels are spinning. This may cause severe drive shaft and clutch damage. See your Owner's Manual. 7175512 23