Vehicle Immersion - Polaris 2008 Defense MVRS 800 6X6 Owner's Manual

Vehicle Immersion

If your vehicle becomes immersed, major engine damage can result if the
machine is not thoroughly inspected. Take the vehicle to a Polaris Defense
service technician before starting the engine.
If it's impossible to take your vehicle to a Polaris Defense service tech-
nician 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.
3. Filter replacement is required if water is present.
4. Remove the front dash panel. See page 23.
5. Thoroughly dry the air pre-cleaner.
6. Remove the spark plugs.
7. Turn the engine over several times using the electric start.
8. Dry the spark plugs and reinstall, or replace with new plugs.
NOTE:
Attempt to start the engine. If necessary, repeat the drying procedure.
9. Take the vehicle to a Polaris Defense service technician for service
as soon as possible, whether you succeed in starting it or not.
NOTE:
If water has been ingested into the PVT follow the procedure on page
82 for drying.
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