Maintenance, Vehicle immersion – Polaris 2012 ATV RZR 170 User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Vehicle Immersion

NOTICE: If your vehicle becomes immersed, major engine damage can result if

the machine is not thoroughly inspected. Take the vehicle to your
dealer before starting the engine.

If it's impossible to take your vehicle to a dealer before starting it, fol-
low the steps outlined below.

1. Move the vehicle to dry land.

2. Turn the fuel valve off.

3. Check the air box. If water is pres-

ent, dry the air box and replace the
filter with a new filter. Thoroughly
dry the air pre-filter. See page 67.

4. Remove the spark plugs.

5. Loosen the carburetor drain screw.

6. Turn the engine over several times.

7. Dry the spark plugs and reinstall

them, or install new plugs.

8. Tighten the carburetor drain screw.

9. Turn the fuel valve on.

10. Attempt to start the engine. If neces-

sary, repeat the drying procedure.

11. Take the vehicle to your dealer for

service as soon as possible, whether you succeed in starting it or
not.

12. If water has been ingested into the transmission follow the proce-

dure on page 66 for drying.

Drain

Screw

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