Content Source: 2020 RANGER XP 1000 / CREW / NorthStar / CREW / Back Country / CREW Owner’s Manual (9929930 R02) > Features and Controls Chapter

IMPORTANT

The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle.Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

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Switches

Not all switches are present on every model.

Light Switch

The ignition switch key must be in the ON/RUN position to operate the headlights. Press the top of the rocker switch toward the dash to place the headlights on high beam. Move the rocker switch to the center position to place the headlights on low beam. Press the bottom of the rocker switch to turn off the headlights.

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AWD Switch

  • The AWD switch has three positions: All Wheel Drive (AWD), Differential Lock/Two Wheel Drive (2WD) and Off (1WD/Turf Mode).
  • Press the top of the switch to engage All Wheel Drive (AWD).
  • Move the switch to the center position to lock the differential and operate in two wheel drive (2WD).
  • Press the bottom of the switch to unlock the differential and allow the rear drive wheels to operate independently (1WD). This mode of operation is well suited to turf driving or when active traction is not needed.

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Polaris 3-Mode Throttle Control Switch

The Polaris 3-Mode Throttle Control Switch has three positions:

  • Performance (PERF)
  • Standard (STND)
  • Work (WORK)
  • Always use low gear for any of the following conditions regardless of the selected throttle control setting.
  • Operating in rough terrain or over obstacles.
  • Loading the vehicle onto a trailer.
  • Towing heavy loads.
  • Driving frequently at low RPM or at ground speeds below 7 MPH (11 km/h).

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Active Descent Control (ADC) Switch (if equipped)

The ADC system allows engine braking to all four wheels when the vehicle descends a hill or incline. Press the top of the switch to engage ADC. Press the bottom of the switch to turn off ADC. Always operate in low gear and engage ADC before ascending or descending a hill.

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HVAC Control Panel (if equipped)

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To operate the cab heater, rotate the fan control to the desired fan speed setting. The far left setting turns the fan off.
Adjust the temperature by rotating the temperature control to the desired heat setting. Rotate the control clockwise to increase heat or counter-clockwise to decrease heat.
Press the top of the A/C switch to enable the air conditioning system for cooling or defrost purposes.

Windshield Wiper and Washer (if equipped)

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The windshield wiper and washer switches are located on the wiper motor centered above the windshield. The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located under the hood.

Wiper Switch

  • Press the top of the wiper switch for a fast wiper speed.
  • Move the rocker switch to the center position for a slow wiper speed.
  • Press the bottom of the switch to turn the wiper off.

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Washer Switch

  • Press and hold the top of the washer switch to spray washer fluid on the windshield.
  • Release the switch to end the spray.

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Window Switches (if equipped)

Electric window switches (if equipped) can be found on the front driver and passenger doors.

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