Driving Uphill

Content Source: 2021 RZR XP / XP4 1000 Owner’s Manual (9931524 R02) > Operation Chapter

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Driving Uphill

Whenever traveling uphill, follow these precautions:

Always check the terrain carefully before ascending a hill. Never drive on hills with excessively slippery or loose surfaces.
Avoid excessively steep hills. If ascending a steeper grade is unavoidable, engage all-wheel drive before ascending.
Drive straight uphill.
Proceed at a steady rate of speed and throttle opening. Never open the throttle suddenly.
Avoid unnecessary changes in speed or direction.
Never go over the crest of a hill at high speed. An obstacle, a sharp drop, or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill.
If the vehicle stalls while climbing a hill, apply the brakes. Place the transmission in reverse and slowly allow the vehicle to roll straight downhill while applying light brake pressure to control speed.