2015 Polaris Sportsman X2 570 Owners Manual - Page 17

SAFETY Safety Warnings Descending Hills Improperly Improperly descending a hill could cause loss of control or rollover. • Always follow proper procedures for traveling down hills as described in the owner's manual. NOTE: A special technique is required when braking while traveling downhill. See page 64. • Always descend a hill with the transmission in forward gear. Do not descend a hill with the transmission in neutral. • Always check the terrain carefully before descending a hill. • Shift your weight rearward. • Never travel down a hill at high speed. • Avoid traveling down a hill at an angle, which would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to one side. Travel straight down the hill when possible. • Never operate in TURF mode while operating on a hill or other irregular terrain. Always move the 4X4 switch to ADC 4X4 before ascending or descending a hill. See page 37. Crossing Hillsides Driving on a sidehill is not recommended. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or rollover. Avoid crossing the side of any hill unless absolutely necessary. If crossing a hillside is unavoidable, always follow proper procedures as described in the owner's manual. See page 63. Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you've mastered the turning technique (on level ground) as described in the owner's manual. See page 65. 15