Troubleshooting - Sea-doo 230 Challenger 2008 Operator's Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

The following information is provided to help in diagnosing the probable source
of simple troubles. You may be able to solve many of these problems rather
quickly, but others may require the skills of a mechanical technician. In such a
case, consult an authorized Sea-Doo Sport Boat dealer for servicing.
Monitoring System Coded Signals
2 SHORT (while installing DESS key on DESS post).
1. Everything is correct with the DESS Key (good contact and the right key).
– Engine(s) can be started normally.
1 LONG (while installing DESS key on DESS post or when pressing
start/stop switch(es) in some cases).
1. Shifter lever not in Neutral position.
– Move shifter lever to Neutral position.
2. Bad connection between DESS key and DESS post.
– Remove and reinstall the DESS key on the DESS post. Two short beeps
should be heard which indicate the system is ready again to allow engine
starting.
3. Wrong key.
– Use the DESS key that has been programmed for the boat. If it does not
work, refer to an authorized Sea-Doo Sport Boat dealer.
4. Dirty DESS key.
– Clean.
5. Improper operation of Interface or defective wiring harness.
– Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo Sport Boat dealer.
4 SHORT BEEPS (while pressing Start/Stop switch(es) with DESS key
already installed).
1. Shifter is NOT in neutral.
– Place shifter in neutral. While moving the shifter, 1 short beep indicates
you reached the neutral position.
1 SHORT BEEP (while moving shifter to neutral).
1. Confirmation that shifter is now in neutral.
– Engine is now ready to be started.
4 SHORT BEEPS AT DIFFERENT INTERVAL.
1. DESS key has been left on its post without starting engine(s) or after
engine(s) was stopped.
– To prevent battery discharge, remove the key from its post.
CONTINUOUSLY BEEPS.
1. High engine coolant temperature.
– Refer to ENGINE OVERHEATS further in this section.
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