Salt Water Series Care And Maintenance - Malibu Boats Wakesetter 20VTX 2019 Owner's Manual

Do not wax powder-coated surfaces as the wax will collect in the
textured surface and be extremely hard to remove.
If the boat owner begins to notice rust or deterioration of metal
components below the water, even when operated regularly in
fresh water, this should be brought to the attention of the authorized
Malibu dealer. In some instances, it is necessary to attach self-
sacrificing zinc anodes, even when operated in fresh water. Be
safe, rather than sorry!
Salt Water Series Care
and Maintenance
When boating in brackish or salt water, the post-outing cleaning
is highly critical for the protection of the finishes. The potential for
corrosion means that boats operating in this type of condition
must be equipped with self-sacrificing zinc anodes. These
anodes are attached in several locations, including the transom,
driveshaft and rudder. (Check with your authorized Malibu dealer
to be certain that you are aware of all locations of these anodes
Routine Maintenance
Attention to the mechanical components of the boat are as critical
as any matter in ensuring a long, enjoyable ownership. Some boat
maintenance is required prior to and following every outing, some must
be done on a regular schedule, and some has to be done in accordance
with proper storage and winterization. Because of the complexity of some
components, such as the fuel system, you will need to seek assistance
from an authorized Malibu dealer's service department. Other issues can
be easily accomplished by the boat operator.
PCM/PEG engine information is provided by PCM/PEG in a
separate manual. Boats equipped with PCM/PEG engines have a
specific set of instructions for operation, care and maintenance which
must be followed in order to keep the warranty in effect.
The following engine and drive-train-related information
appearing in this section of the Owner's Manual is intended
for Malibu-engines and drivetrains. The instructions must be
followed in order to keep the warranty in effect.
Note that these instructions should be followed even after
the warranty period has expired. The instructions developed for
the powertrains and drivetrains in Malibu boats function as the
guidelines to a long-term, positive boating experience.
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as they will require periodic replacement.) The anodes serve to
significantly reduce the potential for corrosive damage to the
permanent metal components on the boat.
Malibu boats are equipped with a closed cooling system, (see
the Engine section of this owner's manual), which reduces the
amount of water utilized from the body of water during operation.
However, SOME water is necessary and must be drawn on-board
and circulated. This function exposes interior portions of the boat,
particularly some engine components, to operational exposure to salt
or brackish water. The explanation of how properly flush the engine
following an outing appears later in this section.
maintenance will void the warranty. Significant damage
occurs to the engine and boat if proper maintenance is
not followed as outlined in this owner's manual.
PEG owner's manual or in this section of the Malibu
Owner's Manual (depending on the equipped engine)
can result in damage to the engine and transmission that
is not covered under warranty. The rest of the care and
maintenance information provided for the boat is also
critical to long-term success in boat operations. Under
some circumstances, failure to follow the instructions,
especially as noted on a timely basis, could result in the
boat becoming inoperable, stranding boaters and/or
placing those on-board in situations that could result in
potentially dangerous situations.
The following engine-related
information is provided for the
Malibu Monsoon Engines. Unless
otherwise directed, the instructions
are applicable to both the 6.2L and
5.3L engines.
Failure to follow ANY
of the Salt Water Series
instructions for care and
Failure to follow the care and
maintenance instructions as
provided in either the PCM/