Vehicle Immersion - Polaris RANGER 800 EFI Midsize Owner's Manual

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Vehicle Immersion

NOTICE: If your vehicle becomes immersed, major engine damage can result if the machine is not
thoroughly inspected. Take the vehicle to your dealer before starting the engine.
If it's impossible to take your RANGER to a dealer before starting it, follow the steps outlined
below.
1. Move the vehicle to dry land or at the very least, to water below the footrests.
2. Dry any water present in the air box. Filter replacement is required if water is present.
3. Thoroughly dry the air pre-cleaner located under the hood.
4. Remove the spark plugs. Turn the engine over several times using the electric start.
5. Dry the spark plugs and reinstall, or replace with new plugs.
6. Attempt to start the engine. If necessary, repeat the drying procedure.
7. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service as soon as possible, whether you succeed in
starting it or not.
8. If water has been ingested into the PVT follow the procedure on page 68 for drying.
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