2001 Polaris Universal ATV Owners Manual - Page 95

RIDING If your ATV becomes immersed, take it to your dealer before starting the engine. Major engine damage can result if the machine is not thoroughly inspected. If it is impossible to take it to a dealer before starting, follow the steps outlined below. D Move the ATV to dry land or at the very least, to water below the foot rests. Turn the fuel valve to "OFF". Remove the spark plug. Loosen the carburetor drain screw (1) or remove bowl drain (2). For two stroke engines, remove crankcase drain screw as on page 148. Turn the engine over several times with electric start. 1 D D D D D D Dry the spark plug and reinstall or replace with a new plug. D Tighten the carburetor drain screw (1) or reinstall carburetor drain (2). D D D Reinstall crankcase drain. Turn the fuel valve to "ON". 2 Attempt to start the engine. If necessary repeat the "drying" procedure. D Take the machine to your dealer for service as soon as possible whether you succeed in starting it or not. If water has been ingested into the PVT follow the procedure on page 90 to dry out the PVT. 84