If your model is equipped
with a lockable differential, you can choose to operate with an open
differential or a closed differential.
Engaging AWD
| NOTICE |
| Switching to AWD while the rear wheels are spinning may cause severe
drive shaft and clutch damage. Always switch to AWD while
the rear wheels have traction
or are at rest. |
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Differential Lock
Differential Unlock
Press the top of the switch to engage All Wheel Drive
(AWD). The 4X4 indicator illuminates in the rider information center
to indicate that the vehicle is in AWD. When the
AWD switch is on, the front gearcase will automatically engage any
time the
rear wheels lose traction. When the rear wheels
regain traction, the front gearcase will automatically disengage.
There is
no limit to the length of time the vehicle may remain
in AWD. Initially, the vehicle's electronic system will not enable
the
AWD until the engine RPM is below 3100. Once enabled,
the AWD remains enabled until the AWD switch is turned off. If the
switch
is turned off while the front gearcase is moving,
it will not disengage until the rear wheels regain traction.
Engage the AWD
before getting into conditions where front wheel drive may be needed.
If the rear wheels are spinning, release
the throttle before switching to AWD.
Disengaging AWD
Move the AWD switch
to the center or bottom position to disengage AWD. If the switch is
turned off while the front hubs are
driving, they will not release until the rear wheels
regain traction.
In some situations,
the front gearcase may remain locked after turning the AWD switch
off. If this occurs, you may notice
increased steering effort and some vehicle speed
restriction. Perform the following procedure to unlock the front gearcase.
To disengage AWD,
do the following:
- Stop the vehicle.
- Operate in reverse
for at least 10 feet (3 m).
- Stop completely.
- Shift into low gear
and drive forward.
- If the front gearcase
remains locked after following these instructions, see your dealer
or other qualified service person
for service.
Locking the Differential
Move the rocker
switch to the center position to lock the differential and operate
in two wheel drive (2WD). Locking the differential
in slippery or low traction conditions helps improve
traction. When the rear differential is locked, both rear wheels rotate
at the same speed.
Unlocking the Differential
(TURF Mode)
When operating
in TURF mode, the inside rear wheel will rotate independently from
the outside wheel during turns. Operate
in TURF mode only as needed to protect smooth, level
surfaces from tire damage. DO NOT operate in TURF mode when climbing
or descending hills, when sidehilling, or when operating
on uneven, loose, or slippery terrain such as sand, gravel, ice,
snow, obstacles, and water crossings. Always operate
in AWD on these types of terrain.
 WARNING |
| Operating in TURF mode (if equipped) when on sloped, uneven, or loose
terrain could cause loss of control and result in serious
injury or death. One rear
wheel may slip and lose traction or may lift up and grab when it touches
the ground again. |
Press the bottom
of the switch to unlock the differential and allow the rear drive
wheels to operate independently (1WD).
When the rear differential is unlocked, the rear
wheels can rotate at different speeds. Unlock the differential to
make maneuvering
easier and minimize damage to turf.
| NOTICE |
| Damage to the differential can occur if it is engaged while the vehicle
is traveling at high speeds or while the rear wheels
are spinning. Slow the vehicle
to nearly stopped before engaging the differential. |
| WARNING |
| Never operate in TURF mode (if equipped) while operating on a hill
or other irregular terrain. Always move the AWD switch
to AWD before ascending
or descending a hill. |
