Riding Through Water - Honda FOURTRAX 350 4x4 2001 Owner's Manual

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RIDING THROUGH WATER

Your FOURTRAX is designed to travel through water up to approxi-
mately 250 mm (10 in) deep. Before crossing a stream, make sure the
water is not too deep or flowing too fast.
Choose a path where both banks have gradual slopes, then proceed
through the water at a slow, steady speed. Watch out for submerged
obstacles and slippery rocks. Avoid getting the spark plug or air
cleaner wet, as this would cause the engine to stop.
Riding through water can make the brakes less effective than normal.
After leaving water, always test both the front and rear brakes. If
necessary, apply the brakes repeatedly until they dry out and operate
normally. If the brakes don't regain effectiveness, stop your
FOURTRAX and follow the procedures on page
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Operating this ATV through deep or fast flowing water.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Tyres may float, causing loss of traction and loss of control, which
could lead to an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never operate this ATV in fast flowing water or in water deeper
than that specified in this Owner's Manual.
Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability.
Test your brakes after leaving water. If necessary, apply them
several times to let friction dry out the linings.
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