Polaris Ace RZR 570, RZR 570 EPS (2018 year). Manual - part 8

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Switches

Ignition Switch/Light Switch (Base Model)

Use the ignition switch to start the engine and to turn the lights on or off. 
The key can be removed from the switch when it is in the OFF position.

Ignition Switch (LE Model)

The ignition switch is a three-position, key-operated switch. The key 
can be removed from the switch when it is in the OFF position.

Light Switch (LE Model)

The ignition switch key must be in the 
ON/RUN position to operate the 
headlights. Press the top of the rocker 
switch toward the dash to place the 
headlights on high beam. Move the 
rocker switch to the center position to 
place the headlights on low beam. Press 
the bottom of the rocker switch to turn off 
the headlights.

OFF

Turn the key to the OFF position to stop the engine. Electrical 

circuits are off.

LIGHTS ON

Electrical circuits are on. Electrical equipment can be used.

LIGHTS OFF

Electrical circuits are on. Electrical equipment can be used.

START

Turn the key to the START position to engage the electric 

starter. See page 56 for starting procedures.

OFF

The engine is off. Electrical circuits are off, except Acc, 12V.

ON

Electrical circuits are on. Electrical equipment can be used.

START

Turn the key to the START position to engage the electric 

starter. The key returns to the ON position when released.

HIGH

OFF

LOW

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Switches

All Wheel Drive (AWD) Switch (if equipped)

The AWD Switch has two positions: 
• All Wheel Drive (AWD)
• Two Wheel Drive (2WD).

Press the top of the rocker switch to engage All 
Wheel Drive. Press the bottom of the switch to 
operate in two wheel drive.

See page 40 for AWD operating instructions.

AWD/Differential Lock Switch (if equipped)

The AWD/Differential Switch has 
three positions:
• All Wheel Drive (AWD)
• Differential Lock (2WD)
• Differential Unlock (TURF mode)

Press the top of the rocker switch to 
engage All Wheel Drive (AWD). See 
page 42 for operating instructions.

Move the rocker switch to the center position to lock the differential and 
operate in rear wheel drive. Press the bottom of the switch to unlock the 
differential and allow the two rear drive wheels to operate 
independently. See page 42 for differential lock operating instructions.

WARNING! Never operate in TURF mode (if equipped) while operating on a hill 
or other irregular terrain. Always move the AWD switch to AWD before 
ascending or descending a hill. See page 43.

AWD

2WD

AWD

Differential Lock

Differential Unlock

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Gear Selector

P: Park

R: Reverse

N: Neutral

L: Low Gear

H: High Gear

To change gears, stop the vehicle, 
and with the engine idling, move the 
lever to the desired gear. Do not 
attempt to shift gears with engine 
speed above idle or while the vehicle 
is moving.

Tip: Maintaining shift linkage adjustment is important to assure proper 

transmission function.  Your POLARIS dealer can assist in resolving any 
shifting problems.

NOTICE: Do not attempt to shift the transmission while the vehicle is moving or 

damage to the transmission could result. Always shift when the 
vehicle is stationary and the engine is at idle.

Using Low Range

Always shift into low gear for any of the following conditions.
• Operating in rough terrain or over obstacles
• Loading the vehicle onto a trailer
• Towing heavy loads

Gear Selector

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Brake Pedal

Depress the brake pedal to 
slow or stop the vehicle. 
Apply the brakes while 
starting the engine.

Throttle Pedal

Push the pedal down to 
increase engine speed. Spring 
pressure returns the pedal to 
the rest position when 
released. Always check that 
the throttle pedal returns 
normally before starting the engine. 

Tip: If the throttle pedal and brake pedal are applied simultaneously, engine 

power may be limited.

Throttle 

Pedal

Brake 

Pedal