What does true on-demand AWD mean?
Quote from the book; When in AWD, the demand unit will automatically engage any time the rear wheels lose traction. When the rear wheels regain traction, the demand drive unit will automatically disengage.
When did the Polaris Sportsman ATV come out?
Since its inception in 1993, Polaris has manufactured well over one MILLION units, making it the best-selling utility ATV platform in the industry.
How to drive a Polaris Sportsman in reverse?
1 Stop the vehicle. 2 Operate in reverse for at least 10 feet (3 meters). 3 Stop completely. 4 Shift into low gear and drive forward. 5 If the front gearcase remains locked after following these instructions, see your Polaris Dealer for service.
Where is the AWD switch on a Polaris Sportsman?
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.
When did the Polaris Sportsman ignition go bad?
But that left a huge number of 2002 to early-2004 models that were doomed to fail, often at a very inopportune time.
Which is the rear wheel in Polaris Sportsman?
The rear right wheel is the powered wheel in turf mode, regardless of which direction the vehicle turns. The rear left wheel is free to spin at another speed. If the powered wheel starts slipping or spinning out in turf mode, select 2WD or AWD to regain traction of the other rear wheel.
When does ADC disengage in Polaris Sportsman?
The ADC system automatically will disengage if at least one of the following conditions occur: The 4×4 switch is moved out of the ADC 4×4 position. Vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h). The throttle is open (throttle is applied). The transmission is shifted to neutral or park.
What is the Active Drive mode on a Polaris Sportsman?
When the switch is released, the drive mode displayed in the information center is the active drive mode. When the switch is on 2×4, the vehicle is in Two-Wheel Drive at all times.
What does Turf mode do on Polaris Sportsman?
Slow the vehicle to nearly stopped before engaging the differential. Operating in 2WD on vehicles equipped with turf mode will lock the rear differential, meaning both rear wheels rotate at the same speed. Using 2WD in slippery or low traction conditions helps improve traction.