Vehicle Operation Starting the Vehicle Always start with the vehicle on a flat, level surface. Carbon monoxide poisoning can kill you, so keep the vehicle outside while it’s running. Follow these steps to start it up: 1. Step into the vehicle and sit down; then fasten the operator seat belt and the passenger seat belts (if applicable) and strap on your approved helmet and require your passenger(s) to do the same (if applicable). Check that the occupant side restraints are secured in place. PR878 1. To select reverse gear from park, move the shift lever downward one position until the letter “R” is dis- played on the LCD gauge. !
WARNING Falling from a moving vehicle could result in serious injury or death. Always fasten your seat belt securely and ensure the passenger seat belt is properly and securely fastened prior to operating or riding in this vehicle. 2. To select neutral from reverse, move the shift lever downward one position until the letter “N” is displayed on the LCD gauge. 3. To select high range from neutral, move the shift lever downward one position until the letter “H” is dis- played on the LCD gauge. 2. Place the transmission in park; then depress the brake pedal. 4. To select low range from high range, move the shift lever downward one position until the letter “L” is dis- played on the LCD gauge.
3. Turn the ignition switch clockwise to the START position; then when the engine starts, release to the RUN position. Do not increase engine RPM above idle. NOTE: The high range is for nor- mal driving with light loads. The low range is for carrying heavy loads or trailer towing. Compared to HIGH range, the LOW range position pro- vides slower speed and greater torque to the wheels. CAUTION Increasing engine RPM above idle while in Park will cause belt damage. CAUTION Do not run the starter motor for more than eight seconds per starting attempt. The starter motor may overheat causing severe starter motor damage. Allow 15 seconds between starting attempts to allow the starter motor to cool.
CAUTION Always shift into low range when operating on wet or uneven terrain, when towing or pushing heavy loads, and when using a plow. Failure to fol- low this caution may result in prema- ture V-belt failure or in damage to related drive system components. 4. Let the engine warm up. Shifting NOTE: The CVT is fully automatic and shifts as a function of engine RPM and vehicle loading. 5. To select park, move the shift lever completely up until the letter “P” is displayed on the LCD gauge. CAUTION CAUTION Always come to a complete stop before attempting to shift from one range to the other or into reverse. Always shift on level ground.
Never increase engine speed above idle RPM when in park or belt damage will occur. 19