Polaris Virage TX 2000 Service Manual page 192

FINAL DRIVE/JET PUMP/BILGE SYSTEM
Pump To Hull Alignment
3. Grease the large pump sealing O-ring and
apply Marine Grade Silicone Sealant (PN
8560054) to the bilge siphon tube(s), cooling
water supply tube, and studs (to seal stud in
hull). Install pump.
4. Hold pump inward tightly against hull while an
assistant tightens stud mounting nuts inside
hull. Torque evenly in three steps to 28 ft. lbs.
(38.7 Nm).
Apply Sealant
Tighten
28 ft. lbs. (38.7 Nm)
5. Torque pump mounting nuts (outside of hull)
evenly in three steps to 28 ft. lbs. (38.7 Nm)
using a criss cross pattern.
6. Check to be sure pump housing is tight against
hull. To inspect pump-to-hull fit, measure the
gap between the hull and pump housing with a
feeler gauge. If a gap is present it should not
exceed .010" (.25mm).
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