24 SAFETY INFORMATION
– Allow more distance for braking, especially on inclined surfaces
and when a passenger is on board. Be careful not to skid or slide.
– Use caution when disconnecting a loaded cargo carrier; its load
may topple on you or others.
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On vehicle equipped with a gearbox, always put the shift lever to L
(low range) when towing a cargo carrier.
Any towed accessory should have reflectors on both sides and at the
rear.
Check country transport regulations for brake light(s) requirements.
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If a snowmobile is disabled and must be towed, in an emergency sit-
uation only, a rope can be used
– Remove the drive belt. Refer to
Maintenance Procedures
for more
details.
– Attach the rope to the ski legs (spindles), nnoott to the skis. If the ski
legs are not accessible, attach the rope to the bumper.
– Have someone sit on the towed snowmobile to steer and activate
the brake.
– Tow at low speed with extra caution.
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In some areas, it may be illegal to do so. Check with state or local
authorities.
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Never remove any original equipment from your snowmobile. Each ve-
hicle has many built in safety features. Such features include various
guards and consoles, plus reflective materials and safety labels.
Do not make unauthorized modifications, or use attachments or ac-
cessories that are not approved by BRP. Since these changes have
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