Polaris ACE 570 (2018 year). Instruction - part 16

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OPERATION

Hauling Cargo

Overloading the vehicle or carrying or towing cargo improperly can alter vehicle 

handling and may cause loss of control or brake instability. Always follow these 

precautions when hauling cargo:
Never exceed the stated load capacity for this vehicle.
REDUCE SPEED AND ALLOW GREATER DISTANCES FOR BRAKING 

WHEN HAULING CARGO.
NEVER EXCEED THE MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY of the vehicle. When 

determining the weight you are adding to the vehicle, include the weight of the 

operator, accessories, loads in the rack or box and the load on the trailer tongue. 

The combined weight of these items must not exceed the maximum weight 

capacity.
Always load the cargo box with the load as far forward and as low as possible.
When operating over rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo to maintain 

stable driving conditions.
Always operate the vehicle with extreme care when hauling or towing loads. 

Slow down and drive in the lowest gear available.
SECURE ALL LOADS BEFORE OPERATING. Unsecured loads can create 

unstable operating conditions, which could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
OPERATE ONLY WITH STABLE AND SAFELY ARRANGED LOADS. When 

handling off-centered loads that cannot be centered, securely fasten the load 

and operate with extra caution. Always attach the tow load to the hitch point 

designated for your vehicle.
HEAVY LOADS CAN CAUSE BRAKING AND CONTROL PROBLEMS. Use 

extreme caution when applying brakes with a loaded vehicle. Avoid terrain or 

situations that may require backing downhill.
USE EXTREME CAUTION when operating with loads that extend over the rack 

sides. Stability and maneuverability may be adversely affected, causing vehicle 

rollover.
DO NOT TRAVEL FASTER THAN THE RECOMMENDED SPEEDS. Vehicle 

should never exceed 10 MPH (16 km/h) while towing a load on a level grass 

surface. Vehicle speed should never exceed 5 MPH (8 km/h) when towing loads 

in rough terrain, while cornering, or while ascending or descending a hill.
Carrying a passenger in the cargo box could 

result in a fall from the vehicle or contact with 

moving components. Never allow a passenger 

to ride in the cargo box.

WARNING

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OPERATION

Hauling Cargo

Your POLARIS vehicle has been designed to carry or tow specific 

capacities. Reduce speed and allow a greater distance for braking when 

carrying cargo.
Loads should be centered and carried as low as possible in the box. For 

stability on rough or hilly terrain, reduce both speed and cargo. Exercise 

caution if the cargo load extends over the side of the box.
Always read and understand the load distribution warnings listed on 

warning labels and in this manual. Never exceed the maximum 

capacities specified for your vehicle. See page 132.

Belt Life
To extend belt life, use low gear when hauling or towing heavy cargo.

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OPERATION

Towing Loads

Towing is approved OFF-ROAD ONLY. See your POLARIS dealer about 

configuring the vehicle to be certified to tow a trailer on-road.
Towing improperly can alter vehicle handling and may cause loss of control or 

brake instability. 

Always follow these precautions when towing:
1. Never load more than 150 lbs. (68 kg) tongue weight on the towing 

bracket.

2. When towing a disabled vehicle, place the disabled vehicle’s 

transmission in neutral. Do not operate the vehicle faster than 10 

MPH (16 km/h) when towing.

3. Towing a trailer increases braking distance. Do not operate the 

vehicle faster than 10 MPH (16 km/h) when towing.

4. Do not tow more than the recommended weight for the vehicle. 
5. Attach a trailer to the trailer hitch bracket only. Do not attach a 

trailer to any other location, which could result in loss of control of 

the vehicle.

6. The total load (operator, accessories, cargo and weight on hitch) 

must not exceed the maximum weight capacity of the vehicle.

Total Towed

Load Weight

(Level Ground)

Total Towed

Load Weight

(15° grade)

Total Hitch

Vertical 

Weight

Maximum

 Towing

Speed

 1500 lbs. (680 kg)

850 lbs. (386 kg)

150 lbs. (68 kg)

10 MPH (16 km/h)

WARNING

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OPERATION

All Wheel Drive (AWD) System

Engaging AWD

Press the top of the rocker switch to engage All Wheel Drive (AWD). 

Once enabled, the AWD remains enabled until the switch is turned off.
The AWD switch may be turned on or off while the vehicle is moving. 

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. 

Tip: AWD will not engage initially until speed is less than 5 MPH (8 km/h).

Engage the AWD before getting 

into conditions where front wheel 

drive may be needed. If the rear 

wheels are spinning, release the 

accelerator before switching to 

AWD.

NOTICE: Switching to AWD while 

the rear wheels are 

spinning may cause 

severe drive train 

damage. Always switch to 

AWD while the rear 

wheels have traction or 

are at rest.

Locking the Differential

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.

Locking the differential in slippery or low traction conditions helps 

improve traction. Move the rocker switch to the center position (2WD) 

to lock the differential and operate in rear wheel drive.
Press the bottom of the switch to unlock the differential and allow the 

rear drive wheels to operate independently. This mode of operation is 

well suited to turf driving or whenever aggressive traction is not 

required.

AWD

2WD

1WD/TURF