Snowmobile Polaris 340 Transport Trail Touring Deluxe (2008 year). Instruction - part 16

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OPERATION

Emergency Stopping

The following chart lists methods for stopping the snowmobile in the 

event of an emergency. See page 62 for more information about the 

engine stop switch and throttle safety switch.

SYSTEM

WHAT IT DOES

THROTTLE

CONDITION

Ignition Switch

Interrupts ignition circuit

All

Brake

Slows jackshaft

All

Choke

Floods engine

Half throttle or less

Engine Stop Switch

Interrupts ignition circuit

All

Throttle Safety Switch

Interrupts ignition circuit

All

Tether Switch (if available)

Interrupts ignition circuit

All

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OPERATION

Reverse Operation

Electronic Reverse (PERCt)

Electronic reverse will activate only if the engine RPM is below 4000. If 

your machine is running at an altitude of over 6000 feet, adjust the igni-

tion setting as described on page 67. Always make sure the vehicle is 

stopped and the engine is running at idle before shifting to reverse.

WARNING

Improper reverse operation, even at low speeds, may cause loss of control, 

resulting in serious injury or death. Damage will occur to the chaincase or 

transmission if shifting is attempted when the engine is operating above idle 

speed.
• Shift to or from reverse only when the snowmobile is stopped and when 

engine speed is at idle.

• Look behind the vehicle before and while backing.
• Avoid sharp turns.
• Apply throttle slowly.

CAUTION

Engaging the starter when the engine is running WILL result in serious 

engine damage, especially if the transmission is in reverse. Never engage 

the starter when the engine is running.

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OPERATION

Reverse Operation

Electronic Reverse (PERCt)

Engaging Reverse
1. Stop the snowmobile and leave the engine idling.
2. Make sure the area behind your vehicle is clear.
3. Push the yellow reverse but-

ton (+) on the left-hand con-

trol for one second, then 

release. The engine will auto-

matically reduce RPM and 

start a reverse rotation. A 

flashing reverse light on the 

instrument panel will indicate 

that the transmission is in 

reverse.

4. Apply the throttle slowly to 

make sure the transmission is 

in reverse.

NOTE: The maximum engine RPM will be 6000 when in reverse. 
NOTE: If the engine stops running, the snowmobile will be in forward 

gear when it's restarted.

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OPERATION

Reverse Operation

Electronic Reverse (PERCt)

Disengaging Reverse

1. Stop the snowmobile and leave the engine idling.

2. Push the yellow reverse button for one second and release. The 

engine will slow and begin to rotate forward. The light on the 

instrument panel will shut off.

3. Apply the throttle slowly to make sure the transmission is in for-

ward.

Altitude Setting
At higher altitudes (above 6000 feet), the engine will require a different 

ignition setting to improve the success of the reverse system. To set for a 

higher altitude, start the engine and hold the button down until the light 

on the instrument panel flashes rapidly, then release the button.

To set the reverse for lower elevations, continue holding the button 

down until the reverse indicator light blinks slowly. Once set, it's stored 

in memory until changed, whether the machine is running or not.

CAUTION

Engaging the starter when the engine is running WILL result in serious 

engine damage, especially if the transmission is in reverse. Never engage 

the starter when the engine is running.