Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S 2022 Owner's Manual page 128

MAINTENANCE
WET FOULED PLUG
The wet fouled insulator tip is black. A damp oil film covers the firing end. There
may be a carbon layer over the entire nose. Generally, the electrodes are not
worn. General causes of fouling are excessive oil, use of non-recommended oil
or poor fuel quality.
VEHICLE IMMERSION
If your vehicle becomes immersed,
major engine damage can result if the
machine is not thoroughly inspected.
Take the vehicle in for service before
starting the engine. Your POLARIS
dealer can provide this service.
If it's impossible to take your ATV to a
dealer before starting it, follow the
steps outlined below.
1. Move the ATV to dry land or at the very least, to water below the footrests.
2. Check the air box. If water is present, dry the air box and replace the filter
with a new filter. If equipped, remove the air box drain plug
Reinstall the drain plug. Make sure the E-ring is on the drain plug and
reinstall the drain plug.
Serious damage could occur if the air box drain plug is not reinstalled and
3. Remove the spark plugs.
4. Turn the engine over several times using the electric start.
5. Dry the spark plugs. Reinstall the plugs or install new plugs.
6. Attempt to start the engine. If necessary, repeat the drying procedure.
Serious damage can occur after immersion if fluids are not changed promptly.
7. Take the vehicle in for service as soon as possible, whether you succeed in
starting it or not. Your authorized dealer can provide the required service.
8. If water has been ingested into the PVT, follow the procedure in the PVT
System section for drying out the PVT.
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NOTICE
tightened properly.
NOTICE
Your authorized dealer can assist.
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to drain water.