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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Vehicle Immersion
If it’s impossible to take your
RANGER
to a dealer before starting it,
follow the steps outlined below.
1. Move the vehicle to dry land, or at the very least, to a water level
below the floor.
2. Disconnect the fuel pump wires.
3. Remove the spark plug.
4. Place a clean container under the engine and loosen the carburetor
drain screw (1) two turns.
RANGER 2x4, 4x4, 6x6
RANGER TM
5. Turn the engine over several times with electric start. Inspect the
drained fuel for water or sediment.
6. Dry the spark plug and reinstall, or install a new plug.
7. Tighten the carburetor drain screw.
8. Reconnect the fuel pump wires.
9. Attempt to start the engine. If necessary, repeat the drying
procedure.
10. Take the vehicle to your dealer 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 74 for drying.
If your vehicle becomes immersed, major engine damage can
result if the vehicle is not thoroughly inspected. Take the vehicle to
your dealer before starting the engine.
CAUTION
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