Riding Through Water - Honda FOURTRAX FOREMAN 4X4 TRX500FM 2009 Owner's Manual

Riding Through Water

Your ATV is designed to travel through water up to approximately
10 inches (254 mm) deep. Before crossing a stream, make sure the water
is not too deep or flowing too fast.
The ATV tires have some ability to float.
Operating this ATV through deep or fast-flowing
water may cause a loss of traction and loss of
control, which could lead to an accident.
Never operate this ATV in fast-flowing water or
in water deeper than that specified in this owner's
manual.
1. Choose a path where both banks have gradual slopes.
2. Proceed through the water at a slow, steady speed.
3. Watch out for submerged obstacles and slippery rocks.
4. Avoid getting the spark plug or air cleaner wet, as this would cause
the engine to stop.
5. After leaving the water, always test both the front and rear brakes.
Riding through water can make the brakes less effective than
normal, and may reduce stopping ability.
If necessary, apply the brakes repeatedly until they dry out and
operate normally.
If the brakes don't regain effectiveness, stop your ATV and follow
the procedures on page
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