PURSUIT 2865 DENALI User manual

2865 DENALI
2865 DENALI
OWNER’S MANUAL
FISHING BOATS
3901 St. Lucie Blvd.
Ft. Pierce, Florida 34946
Print Date 2-2002

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Your 2865 Denali Owner’s Manual has been
writtentoincludeanumberofsafetyinstructionstoassure the
safeoperationandmaintenanceofyourboat. Theseinstructions
are in the form of WARNING, CAUTION, DANGER and
NOTICE statements. The following definitions apply:
IMMEDIATE HAZARDS WHICH WILL RESULT IN
SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD
RESULT IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
HAZARDS OR UNSAFE PRACTICES WHICH COULD
RESULT IN MINOR PERSONAL INJURY OR PRODUCT
AND PROPERTY DAMAGE.
INFORMATION WHICH IS IMPORTANT TO PROPER
OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE, BUT IS NOT HAZARD
RELATED.
All instructions given in this book are as seen from the stern
lookingtowardthebow,withstarboardbeingtoyourright,and
port to your left. A glossary of boating terms is included.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Your boat uses internal combustion
engines and flammable fuel. Every precaution has been taken
by Pursuit Fishing Boats to reduce the risks associated with
possible injury and damage from fire or explosion, but your
own precaution and good maintenance procedures are neces-
sary in order to enjoy safe operation of your boat.
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BOAT INFORMATION
MAKE:
SERIAL #:
MODEL:
GVRW:
PHONE:
REPRESENTATIVE:
TRAILER
NAME:
DEALER/PHONE:
ADDRESS:
SERVICE MANAGER:
ADDRESS:
SALESMAN:
DEALER PURSUIT
MODEL:
PURCHASE DATE:
IGNITION KEYS #:
DRAFT:
HULL SERIAL #:
DELIVERY DATE:
REGISTRATION #:
WEIGHT:
TRANSMISSION(S) (Inboard)
OUTDRIVE(S) (Inboard/Outboard)
MAKE:
PORT SERIAL #:
MODEL:
STARBOARD SERIAL #:
PORT SERIAL #:
MAKE: MODEL:
STARBOARD SERIAL #:
PROPELLER(S)
MAKE: MODEL:
STARBOARD SERIAL #:
MAKE:
DIAMETER/PITCH:
PORT SERIAL #:
RATIO:
ENGINE(S)
BLADES:
OTHER:
BOAT
Pursuit Fishing Boats reserves the right to make changes and improvements in equipment, design and vendored
equipment items, at any time without notification.
Please fill out the following information section and leave it in your Pursuit
2865DenaliOwner’sManual. Thisinformationwillbeimportantforyouand
Pursuit service personnel to know, if and when you may need to call Pursuit
for technical assistance or service.
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Certifications & Specifications
(For Export Only)
Manufacturer:
Name
Address
Zip Code:
Identification Numbers:
Hull Identification Number
Engine Serial Number
Transmission Serial Number
Intended Design Category:
Ocean Inshore
Offshore Sheltered Waters
Weight and Maximum Capacities:
Unladen Weight - Kilograms (Pounds)
Maximum Load - Weight- Kilograms (Pounds)
Number of People
Maximum Rated Engine Horsepower - Kilowatts (Horsepower)
Certifications:
Certifications & Components Covered
To be in compliance with European directives for recreational boats as published by the
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in effect at the time this boat was
manufactured, we are providing the following information.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Warranty and Warranty Registration Cards
ThePursuitDenaliLimitedWarrantyStatementisincludedwithyourboat. Ithasbeenwritten
to be clearly stated and easily understood. If you have any questions after reading the
warranty, please contact the Pursuit Customer Relations Department.
Pursuit, engine manufacturers, and the suppliers of major components maintain their own
manufacturer's warranty and service facilities. It is important that you properly complete the
warranty registration cards included with your boat and engine and mail them back to the
manufacturers to register your ownership. This should be done within 15 days of the date of
purchase and before the boat is put into service. A form for recording this information is
provided at the beginning of this manual. This information will be important for you and
service personnel to know, if and when you may need service or technical information.
The boat warranty registration requires the Hull Identification Number “HIN” which is
located on the starboard side of the transom, just below the rubrail. The engine warranty
registration requires the engine serial number(s). Please refer to the engine owner's manual
for the location of the serial number(s).
IMPORTANT:
Allboat manufacturers arerequiredbytheFederalBoat Safety Actof1971tonotifyfirst time
owners in the event any defect is discovered “which creates a substantial risk of personal
injurytothepublic.” Itisessentialthatwehaveyourwarrantyregistrationcardcomplete
with your name and mailing address in our files so that we can comply with the law if it
should become necessary.
Product Changes
Pursuit is committed to the continuous improvement of our boats. As a result, some of the
equipment described in this manual or pictured in the catalog may change or no longer be
available. Pursuitreserves the right to changestandard equipment, optionalequipment
andspecifications withoutnotice or obligation. If you have questions about the equipment
on your Pursuit, please contact your dealer or the Pursuit Customer Relations Department.
Transferring The Warranty
For a transfer fee, S2 Yachts will extend warranty coverage to subsequent owners of Pursuit
models for the duration of the original warranty period. Please refer to the Denali Limited
Warranty Statement for the procedure to transfer the warranty.
Totakeadvantageofthis program,notificationof thechangeofownership,includingthenew
owner's name, address and telephone number together with the appropriate fee, must be sent
to Pursuit Fishing Boats, Customer Relations Department, 3901 St. Lucie Boulevard, Ft.
Pierce, Florida 34946, within 30 days of the date of resale.
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S2 Yachts will confirm, in writing, that the transfer of the warranty has taken place. After
which,the transferee willbe treated asthe original purchaser as outlined in the Pursuit Denali
Limited Warranty Statement.
Service
All warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized Pursuit dealer. Should a problem
develop that is related to faulty workmanship or materials, as stated in the Limited Warranty,
you should contact your Pursuit dealer to arrange for the necessary repair. If you are not near
your dealer or another authorized Pursuit dealer or the dealer fails to remedy the cause of the
problem, then contact the Pursuit Customer Relations Department within 15 days. It is the
boat owner's responsibility to deliver the boat to the dealer for warranty service.
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OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S
RESPONSIBILITIES
Registration and Numbering
Federal law requires that all undocumented vessels equipped with propulsion machinery be
registeredin the state of principaluse. A certificate of number will be issued upon registering
the boat. These numbers must be displayed on your boat. The owner/operator of a boat must
carry a valid certificate of number whenever the boat is in use. When moved to a new state
of principal use, the certificate is valid for 60 days.
In order to be valid, the numbers must be installed to the proper specifications. Check with
your dealer or state boating authority for numbering requirements. The Coast Guard issues
the certificate of number in Alaska; all others are issued by the state.
Insurance
Inmoststatesthe boat owner is legallyresponsiblefordamages or injuries he or someoneelse
operating the boat causes. Responsible boaters carry adequate liability and property damage
insurance for their boat. You should also protect the boat against physical damage and theft.
Some states have laws requiring minimum insurance coverage. Contact your dealer or state
boating authority for information on the insurance requirements in your boating area.
Reporting Boating Accidents
All boating accidents must be reported by the operator or owner of the boat to the proper
marine law enforcement authority for the state in which the accident occurred. Immediate
notification is required if a person dies or disappears as a result of a recreational boating
accident.
If a person dies or there are injuries requiring more than first aid, a formal report must be filed
within 48 hours.
A formal report must be made within 10 days for accidents involving more than $500.00
damage or the complete loss of a boat.
A Boating Accident Report form is located near the back of this manual to assist you in
reportinganaccident. Ifyouneedadditionalinformationregardingaccidentreporting,please
call the Boating Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647.
Education
If you are not an experienced boater, we recommend that the boat operator and other people
thatnormally accompanies the operator, enroll inaboatingsafetycourse. Organizationssuch
astheU.S.PowerSquadrons, United States Coast Guard Auxiliary, StateBoatingAuthorities
andtheAmerican Red Cross offer excellentboatingeducationalprograms. These courses are
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worthwhile even for experienced boaters to sharpen your skills or bring you up to date on
current rules and regulations. They can also help in providing local navigational information
when moving to a new boating area. Contact your dealer, State Boating Authority or the
Boating Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647, for further information on boating safety courses.
Required Equipment
U.S. Coast Guard regulations require certain equipment on each boat. The Coast Guard also
setsminimumsafetystandardsforvesselsandassociatedequipment. Tomeetthesestandards
some of the equipment must be Coast Guard approved. “Coast Guard Approved Equipment”
has been determined to be in compliance with USCG specifications and regulations relating
toperformance,construction,ormaterials. Theequipmentrequirementsvaryaccordingtothe
length, type of boat, and the propulsion system. Some of the Coast Guard equipment is
described in the Safety Equipment chapter of this manual. For a more detailed description,
obtain “Federal Requirements And Safety Tips For Recreational Boats” by contacting the
Boating Safety Hotline, 800-368-5647, or your local marine dealer or retailer.
Some state and local agencies impose similar equipment requirements on waters that do not
fall under Coast Guard jurisdiction. These agencies may also require additional equipment
that is not required by the Coast Guard. Your dealer or local boating authority can provide
you with additional information for the equipment requirements for your boating area.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Propulsion System
Page
1.1 General ...............................................................................1-1
1.2 Drive Systems ....................................................................1-2
1.3 Engine Exhaust System......................................................1-3
1.4 Engine Cooling System......................................................1-3
1.5 Propellers ...........................................................................1-4
1.6 Engine Instrumentation ......................................................1-5
Chapter 2: Helm Control Systems
2.1 General ...............................................................................2-1
2.2 Cable Engine Throttle and Shift Controls..........................2-1
2.3 Volvo Diesel Electronic Controls ......................................2-2
2.4 Neutral Safety Switch ........................................................2-2
2.5 Engine Stop Switch............................................................2-3
2.6 Outdrive Power Tilt and Trim............................................2-3
2.7 Steering System..................................................................2-4
2.8 Trim Tabs ...........................................................................2-4
2.9 Control Systems Maintenance ...........................................2-5
Chapter 3: Fuel System
3.1 General ...............................................................................3-1
3.2 Gasoline Engine Fuel System ............................................3-3
3.3 Diesel Engine Fuel System ................................................3-4
3.4 Fueling Instructions ...........................................................3-6
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Chapter 4: Electrical System
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4.1 General ...............................................................................4-1
4.2 12-volt DC System.............................................................4-1
4.3 110-volt AC System...........................................................4-6
4.4 Electrical System Maintenance..........................................4-10
Chapter 5: Freshwater System
5.1 General ...............................................................................5-1
5.2 Freshwater System Operation ............................................5-1
5.3 Water Heater ......................................................................5-2
5.4 Shower Operation ..............................................................5-2
5.5 Shore Water Connection ....................................................5-3
5.6 Freshwater System Maintenance .......................................5-3
Chapter 6: Raw Water System
6.1 General ...............................................................................6-1
6.2 High Pressure Washdown ..................................................6-1
6.3 Livewell .............................................................................6-3
6.4 Raw Water System Maintenance .......................................6-4
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Chapter 7: Drainage Systems
7.1 General ...............................................................................7-1
7.2 Cockpit Drains ...................................................................7-1
7.3 Bilge Drainage ...................................................................7-1
7.4 Hard Top and Radar Arch Drains ......................................7-3
7.5 Cooler/Fishbox Drains .......................................................7-3
7.6 Water System Drains .........................................................7-3
7.7 Cabin Drains ......................................................................7-3
7.8 Rope Locker Drain.............................................................7-4
7.9 Drainage System Maintenance ..........................................7-4
Chapter 8: Ventilation System
8.1 Cabin Ventilation ..............................................................8-1
8.2 Windshield Ventilation ......................................................8-2
8.3 Engine Compartment Ventilation ......................................8-2
8.4 Carbon Monoxide and Ventilation.....................................8-3
8.5 Maintenance .......................................................................8-4
Chapter 9: Exterior Equipment
9.1 Deck ................................................................................... 9-1
9.2 Hull..................................................................................... 9-4
9.3 Cockpit ............................................................................... 9-5
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Chapter 10: Interior Equipment
10.1 Marine Head System..........................................................10-1
10.2 Refrigerator ........................................................................10-3
10.3 Galley and Sink..................................................................10-3
10.4 Air Conditioner ..................................................................10-4
10.5 Carbon Monoxide Detector................................................10-4
10.6 Convertible V-Berth and Table..........................................10-5
Chapter 11: Safety Equipment
11.1 General ...............................................................................11-1
11.2 Engine Alarm .....................................................................11-1
11.3 Neutral Safety Switch ........................................................11-2
11.4 Engine Stop Switch............................................................11-2
11.5 Required Safety Equipment ...............................................11-2
11.6 Automatic Fire Extinguishing System ...............................11-5
11.7 Carbon Monoxide Monitoring System ..............................11-6
11.8 First Aid .............................................................................11-7
11.9 Additional Safety Equipment.............................................11-8
11.10 Caution and Warning Labels..............................................11-9
Chapter 12: Operation
12.1 General ...............................................................................12-1
12.2 Rules of the Road...............................................................12-1
12.3 Pre-Cruise System Check...................................................12-3
12.4 Operating Your Boat..........................................................12-5
12.5 Docking, Anchoring and Mooring .....................................12-8
12.6 Controls, Steering or Propulsion System Failure...............12-10
12.7 Collision .............................................................................12-10
12.8 Grounding, Towing and Rendering Assistance .................12-10
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Chapter 12: Operation (cont.)
12.9 Flooding or Capsizing........................................................12-11
12.10 Water Skiing ......................................................................12-12
12.11 Fishing................................................................................12-13
12.12 Man Overboard ..................................................................12-13
12.13 Trash Disposal....................................................................12-14
12.14 Trailering Your Boat ..........................................................12-14
Chapter 13: Routine Maintenance
13.1 Exterior Hull and Deck ......................................................13-1
13.2 Upholstery, Canvas and Enclosures...................................13-5
13.3 Cabin Interior .....................................................................13-6
13.4 Bilge and Engine Compartment.........................................13-7
Chapter 14: Seasonal Maintenance
14.1 Lay-up and Storage ............................................................14-1
14.2 Winterizing.........................................................................14-4
14.3 Recommissioning...............................................................14-7
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Chapter 15: Schematics
12-Volt DC Wiring Schematic .....................................................15-1
110-Volt AC Wiring Schematic ...................................................15-2
Battery Wiring ..............................................................................15-3
Hella Battery Panel Wiring ..........................................................15-4
Power Management Enclosure .....................................................15-5
Steering System ............................................................................15-6
Engine Control Cables..................................................................15-7
Engine Controls - Volvo Diesel ...................................................15-8
Gasoline Engine Fuel System.......................................................15-9
Diesel Engine Fuel System...........................................................15-10
Fuel Valves ...................................................................................15-11
Raw Water System .......................................................................15-12
Waste Holding System .................................................................15-13
Freshwater System........................................................................15-14
Drainage System...........................................................................15-15
Deck Drains ..................................................................................15-16
Hull Drains ...................................................................................15-17
Sling Locations .............................................................................15-18
Appendix A: Glossary of Terms.......................................................... A-1
Appendix B: Maintenance Schedule and Log ..................................... B-1
Appendix C: Boating Accident Report................................................ C-1
Appendix D: Float Plan ....................................................................... D-1
Appendix E: Trouble Shooting Guide ................................................. E-1
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1.1 General
The 2865 Denali is designed to be powered with a single inboard/outboard engine and drive
system. Each manufacturer of the various inboard/outboard drive systems provides an owner’s
information manual with its product. It is important that you read the manual(s) very carefully
and become familiar with the proper care and operation of the engine and drive system. A
warranty registration card has been furnished with each new engine and can be located in the
engine owner’s manual. All information requested on this card should be filled out completely
by the dealer and purchaser and then returned to the respective engine manufacturer as soon as
possible.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE ANY ENGINE OR DRIVE COMPONENT
WITHOUT BEING TOTALLY FAMILIAR WITH THE SAFE AND PROPER SER-
VICE PROCEDURES. CERTAIN MOVING PARTS ARE EXPOSED AND CAN BE
DANGEROUS TO SOMEONE UNFAMILIAR WITH THE OPERATION AND
FUNCTION OF THE EQUIPMENT.
DO NOT INHALE EXHAUST FUMES! EXHAUST CONTAINS CARBON MONOX-
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IDE THAT IS COLORLESS AND ODORLESS. CARBON MONOXIDE IS A DAN-
GEROUS GAS THAT IS POTENTIALLY LETHAL.
USE ONLY CLEAN, DRY FUEL OF THE TYPE AND GRADE RECOMMENDED
BY THE ENGINE MANUFACTURER. THE USE OF INCORRECT OR CONTAMI-
NATED FUEL CAN CAUSE ENGINE MALFUNCTION AND SERIOUS DAMAGE.
1.2 Drive Systems
The inboard engine is mounted in the stern and coupled to a transom mounted outdrive which
does all shifting, steering, and propulsion functions. The outdrive is supplied by the engine
manufacturer and has specific lubrication and maintenance requirements.
Properengine alignmentisveryimportant. This wasdonebythe factorywhentheengine was
installed and should be checked at the 20 hour check and annually thereafter. If you
experience excessive vibrations or suspect that the engine is out of alignment,
please contact your Pursuit dealer.
ALWAYS RETURN THE ENGINE THROTTLE LEVER TO THE EXTREME LOW
SPEED POSITION BEFORE SHIFTING. NEVER SHIFT THE UNIT WHILE THE
ENGINE SPEED IS ABOVE IDLE RPM.
Marinegrowthandgalvaniccorrosionisaconcerniftheboatistobekeptinsaltwater. Marine
growthoccurs when componentsare left inthe water forextended periods andcan cause poor
performance or permanent damage to the exposed components. The type of growth and how
quickly it occurs is relative to the water conditions in your boating area. Water temperature,
pollution,current,etc.canhaveaneffectonmarinegrowth. Iftheboatistobeleftinsaltwater,
the hull and outdrive must be protected with antifouling paint. It is extremely important that
the proper antifouling paint is used on each component. Contact your Pursuit dealer for
information on the proper paint to use in your area.
Galvanic corrosion is the corrosion process occurring when different metals are submerged
in an electrolyte. Sea water is an electrolyte and submerged engine components must be
properly protected. Outdrives are equipped with sacrificial anodes to prevent galvanic
corrosion problems. The anodes must be monitored and replaced as necessary.
Onsome outdrives, the anodemay not providean acceptable level of protection when a drive
is used in freshwater and a magnesium anode must be used. A magnesium anode, when used
for combined operation in both fresh and saltwater, or water with a low salt content, will
deteriorate quicker and must therefore be replaced more often. For recommendations
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regarding corrosion protection for the engine or outdrive, please refer to the
engine owner’s manual.
SOME OUTDRIVES REQUIRE SPECIAL ANODES FOR FRESHWATER AND A
DIFFERENT TYPE OF ANODE FOR SALTWATER. PLEASE CONTACT THE
ENGINE MANUFACTURER OR YOUR PURSUIT DEALER FOR THE PROPER
ANODE TO USE IN YOUR BOATING AREA.
DO NOT PAINT THE OUTDRIVE OR ALLOW THE OUTDRIVE TO COME IN
CONTACT WITH ANTIFOULING PAINTS DESIGNED FOR BOAT HULLS.
MANY OF THESE PAINTS CAN CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE OUTDRIVE. CONTACT
YOUR PURSUIT DEALER OR ENGINE MANUFACTURER FOR INFORMATION ON THE
PROPER PAINTING PROCEDURES.
1.3 Engine Exhaust System
Inboard/outboard engines use the exhaust system to relinquish exhaust gases and cooling
water.
Engine exhaust exits the rear of the boat through the exhaust system. The system consists of
engine exhaust manifolds, exhaust hoses and the outdrive.
A periodic inspection of the coolant hoses, exhaust hoses and related parts should be made to
insure that leaks, heat deterioration or damage has not resulted. Replace them as necessary.
Refer to the engine owner's manual for more information on the exhaust system in your
Denali.
1.4 Engine Cooling System
All marine engines use surface water as a cooling medium. The cooling water enters the
systemthroughawaterintakeintheoutdriveandisexpelledthroughtheexhaust
system. Waterispumpedthroughthewaterinlets,circulatedthroughtheengine
block or heat exchanger, and relinquished with the exhaust gases through the
outdrive. The water pump uses a small impeller made of synthetic rubber. The
impeller and water pump cannot run dry for more than a few seconds.
NEVER RUN THE MOTOR WITHOUT WATER FLOWING TO THE WATER PUMP. SERIOUS
DAMAGE TO THE WATER PUMP IMPELLER OR ENGINE COULD RESULT.
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Notice: If the boat is used in salt or badly polluted water, engines without freshwater
cooling shouldbeflushedaftereachuse. Refertotheengineowner’smanual
for the proper engine flushing procedure.
Freshwater Cooling
Installation of “Freshwater Cooling” provides adequate engine cooling without
exposing the internal engine cooling system to the harmful effects of surface
water. This system is optional with gasoline stern drive engines and standard
with diesel engines. The engine owner’s manual provides additional informa-
tion regarding service and maintenance of this equipment.
SHOULD AN ENGINE INTAKE OR AN EXHAUST OR COOLING HOSE RUPTURE, TURN THE
ENGINE OFF IMMEDIATELY. PROCEED UNDER TOW IF NECESSARY, TO A SERVICE FA-
CILITY FOR APPROPRIATE REPAIRS. MAINTAIN A CLOSE VISUAL WATCH ON THE
PROBLEM HOSE AND THE BILGE WATER LEVEL.
1.5 Propellers
The propellers convert the engine’s power into thrust. They come in a variety of styles,
diameters and pitches. The props that will best suit the needs of your Denali will depend
somewhatonyour application and expected average load. Most propeller sizes are identified
by two numbers stamped on the prop in sequence. The 1st number in the sequence (example
14x21)isthediameterofthepropellerandthe2ndnumberisthepitch. Pitchisthetheoretical
distance traveled by the propeller in each revolution. Always repair or replace a propeller
immediately if it has been damaged. A damaged and therefore out of balance propeller can
causevibrationthatcanbefeltintheboatandcoulddamagetheoutdrivegearassembly. Refer
to the engine owner’s manual for information on propeller removal and instal-
lation.
Notice: Before changing propellers to correct boat performance problems,
besureotherfactorssuchasenginetuning,bottomandrunninggeargrowth,
etc. are not the source of performance changes. Always be sure the load
conditions are those normally experienced, before changing propellers.
RUNNING AGROUND OR STRIKING AN UNDERWATER OBSTRUCTION CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND DAMAGE TO THE DRIVE SYSTEM OR
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