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OPERATION
Driving Through Water
Your POLARIS RANGER can operate through water up to a maximum recommended depth
equal to the floorboards.
NOTICE: Driving through water deeper than the floorboards will cause engine damage and will also
void the engine warranty.
NOTICE: Immersion can result in major damage if the vehicle isn't serviced correctly and promptly.
After immersion, always take the vehicle to a your dealer for service. Do not start the engine!
If it's impossible to bring the vehicle to your dealer before starting the engine, perform the
service outlined on page 62, and take the vehicle to your dealer at the first opportunity.
Follow these procedures when operating
through water:
1. Determine water depths and current before
entering water.
2. Choose a crossing where both banks have
gradual inclines.
3. Proceed slowly, avoiding rocks and obsta-
cles.
4. Avoid operating through deep or fast-
flowing water.
WARNING! The large tires on your RANGER may
cause the vehicle to float in deep or fast-flowing
water, which could result in loss of control and lead
to serious injury or death. Never cross deep or fast-
flowing water with your RANGER.
5. After leaving water, always dry the brakes
by applying light pressure to the pedal repeatedly until braking action is normal.
NOTICE: After operating the vehicle in water, it's critical that you perform the services outlined in the
Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 50. Give special attention to engine oil,
transmission oil, all gearcase fluids and all grease fittings.
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