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Both fills lead to a single fuel tank. Fills
were installed as a convenience on
both sides because consumers may
be limited in options for reaching fuel
pumps at the dock.
There should be no spit-back or
overfill at land-based gas stations in
North America. However, the require-
ments that eliminate those issues are not applicable to some gas-
oline service stations in other countries or even at some marinas in
North America. Therefore, care should always be taken while fueling
the boat. Do not stand too close to the fuel fill location in case some
fuel is expelled from the pressurized system. You may also hear an
audible release of air pressure when opening the cap. Pay attention
to ensure that gasoline is entering only into the boat's fuel fill and not
spilling or running outside the fuel fill.
Interior Performance
Steering Wheel
Steering in a boat is different from most land vehicles, although
the effect is similar. Malibu boats are equipped with steering wheels.
The standard, fixed-angle steering wheel is turned in the direction the
operator wishes to go. Instead of wheels turning in that direction, the
boat steering wheel controls a rudder, and the rudder actually turns
in the opposite direction. By cutting through the water with a rudder in
the opposite direction, the bow of the boat will turn in the direction the
steering wheel has been turned. Note that, compared to land-based
vehicles, the turning process is usually more sluggish, less tightly
controlled and requires more room. It's important for new operators to
practice before maneuvering in tight locations.
Boats also do not track in the same manner as land-based vehi-
cles. They are affected by currents, wave action, and natural motion
created by the propeller. At slow speeds, the effect is more pro-
nounced and boats seem to wander slightly. Trying to steer the boat
back and forth to compensate actually only worsens the effect. As
long as there is sufficient depth of water and there are no obstacles
close at hand, allow the boat to follow its course. The overall course
will be directionally straight if the steering wheel is held in place.
Malibu boats are equipped with a tilting mechanism on the steering
column. This allows the operator to adjust the steering wheel to
the most comfortable angle and provide a sense of secure control.
Steering columns have a lever at the underside of the column. Press
down on the lever until the steering wheel is movable. Tilt it up or
down to the best angle for the operator and re-engage the lever snug
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Note that the first time the boat's fuel tank is filled, the process
may seem slow. This is because fuel is displacing air that was in the
tank. After the first full tank, filling should proceed at approximately
the same pace as one would expect in filling land-based vehicles.
late in enclosed areas, gas can be explosive as well. Avoid
smoking while filling the gas tank or allowing any sparks
in the area. Never run the boat engine while filling the
gas tank. If any gas is spilled, clean it up with clean rags
and dispose of properly on land.
against the steering column. Never force the lever. If it will not move
with relative ease back into place, the steering wheel is not in one of
its acceptable levels. Adjusting slightly should allow proper action of
the tilt mechanism.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS: As an option, steering wheel
controls will offer redundant control for the Surf Gates, Power Wedge,
cruise control speed and audio controls.
Operators
should always
review the
Dashes and
Video Screens
section of this
Owner's Manual
for important
information about
operational
requirements that
may be neces-
sary for proper
function of these systems. Note that the most-recently touched
component will override other control components. Depending on the
configuration, control of the cruise system, Surf Gates and Power
Wedge can be managed from the video screen, the controls on the
steering wheel (including audio), and the Surf Band, where equipped.
Gasoline is extremely flam-
mable. Under some condi-
tions, particularly those that
allow fuel fumes to accumu-
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