Polaris 500 noise and no engine braking.

[adjusterr]

Purchased 2013 Polaris 500 Ranger last week. No engine brake at idle just like in a previous post. Also, just before the freewheeling starts, there is a high pitched whining noise in the differential/tranny area like raw metal rubbing. Called dealer, was advised this is normal. If I had been aware of this problem prior to purchase, there would have been no purchase, this thing seems unsafe. If you release the accelerator on a steep hill the machine will slow down then as the engine reaches idle speed rpm's, the unit makes a screaching sound and goes into freewheeling requiring immediate and hard braking. Anyone out there having the same problem and is there a solution? Thanks

[nocturnalsixer]

I would bring it to dealer and argue and make them ride with me and demand it be repaired under warranty with no charge to you, or refunded under the "lemon law"

Otherwise u could inspect the cvt continuously variable transmission to see what's going on and repair if needed.

I feel for you, If its bought new it gotta work out the box like intended to.

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