Driving Through Water - Polaris Ranger 4X4 Owner's Manual

OPERATION

Driving Through Water

Your Polaris RANGER can operate through water up to a maximum rec-
ommended depth equal to the floorboards.
NOTICE: Immersion can result in major damage if the vehicle isn't serviced
correctly and promptly. After immersion, always take the vehicle to
your dealer service. Do not start the engine! If it's impossible to bring
the vehicle to your dealer before starting the engine, perform the
service outlined on page 71, and take the vehicle to your dealer at
the first opportunity.
Follow these procedures
when operating through
water:
1. Determine water
depths and current
before entering water.
2. Choose a crossing
where both banks
have gradual inclines.
3. Proceed slowly,
avoiding rocks and
obstacles.
4. Avoid operating
through deep or fast-
flowing water.
WARNING! The large tires
on your RANGER may cause the vehicle to float in deep or fast-flowing water,
which could result in loss of control and lead to serious injury or death. Never
cross deep or fast-flowing water with your RANGER.
5. After leaving water, always dry the brakes by applying light pres-
sure to the pedal repeatedly until braking action is normal.
NOTICE: After running your vehicle in water, it's critical that you perform the
services outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on
page 50. Give special attention to engine oil, transmission oil, front
and rear gearcases (if equipped), and all grease fittings.
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