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OPERATION
Driving Safely
Driving Uphill
Whenever traveling uphill, follow these precautions:
1. Always travel straight uphill.
2. Avoid steep hills (25_ maximum).
3. Keep both feet on the footrests.
4. Transfer your weight forward.
5. Proceed at a steady rate of speed and throttle opening.
6. Remain alert and be prepared to take emergency action.
This may i nclude quick dismounting of the vehicle.
If all forward speed is lost:
Keep your weight uphill.
Apply the single lever brake, gradually. When fully stopped, apply the
auxiliary brake as well, then lock the park brake.
If the ATV begins rolling backwards:
Keep your weight uphill. Never apply engine power. Never apply t he
auxiliary rear brake while rolling backwards.
Apply the single-lever brake, gradually. When fully stopped, apply the
auxiliary rear brake as well, and t hen l ock t he parking brake.
Dismount on uphill side, or to either side if ATV i s pointed straight
uphill. Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure
described on page 54.
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