Engine Compartment; Engine Oil Level; Engine Coolant Level; Steering System - Sea-doo GTI Operator's Manual

Engine Compartment

WARNING
Should any leak or gasoline odor
be present, do not start the engine.
Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo
dealer before use.

Engine Oil Level

Ensure oil level is appropriate as spec-
ified in LIQUIDS section. Check for oil
leaks on engine and in engine com-
partment.

Engine Coolant Level

Ensure coolant level is appropriate as
specified in LIQUIDS section. Check
for coolant leaks on engine, in bilge
and from ride plate.
WARNING
When operating the engine while
the watercraft is out of the water,
the heat exchanger in the ride plate
may become very hot. Avoid any
contact with ride plate as burns
may occur.

Steering System

Assisted by another person, check
steering operation for free move-
ment. When the handlebar is horizon-
tal, the jet pump nozzle should be in
the straight ahead position. The rear
edge of side vanes should be pointing
outside of watercraft by approximate-
ly 20°. Ensure the jet pump nozzle
and side vanes pivot easily and in the
same direction as the handlebar.
WARNING
Check handlebar and correspond-
ing steering nozzle operation be-
fore starting. Never turn handle-
bar while someone is nearby rear
of watercraft. Keep away from
steering moving parts (nozzle,
side vanes, linkage etc.).

Throttle System

Check throttle lever for free and
smooth operation. It should return
to its initial position immediately after
it is released.
Check throttle lever operation be-
fore starting the engine.

Shifter System

Check reverse gate operation for free
movement. With shift lever in forward
position, the gate should be in up-
ward position; and offering a resis-
tance to go downward. With the shift
lever in neutral position, gate should
be in middle position. With shift lever
in reverse position, gate should be in
downward position.
Verify the reverse gate operation
before starting the engine.
VTS (Variable
Trim System)
(if so equipped)
Install DESS key then push arrows
of VTS button to check nozzle move-
ment.
movement can also be seen in the
information center.
Storage Compartment
Covers and Seat
Ensure they are closed and latched.
Make sure seat is securely latched.
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WARNING
WARNING
The VTS position indicator
WARNING
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