Owner's Manual - Polaris

MAINTENANCEVehicle ImmersionIf your vehicle becomes immersed, major engine damage can result ifthe machine is not thoroughly inspected. Take the vehicle to your dealerbefore starting the engine. If it's impossible to take your ATV to a dealerbefore starting it, follow the steps outlined below.1. Move the ATV to dry land or at the very least, to water below thefootrests.2. Check the air box. If water is present, dry the air box and replace thefilter with a new filter.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.NOTICE: Serious damage can occur after immersion if fluids are not changedpromptly. See your dealer as recommended.7. Take the ATV to your dealer for service as soon as possible, whetheryou succeed in starting it or not.8. If water has been ingested into the PVT, follow the procedure onpage 108 for drying out the PVT.104