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Sea-doo GTI Series Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 2 XP-S Mineral Injection Oil Sea-Doo LK ® XP-S Synthetic 2–stroke Oil O.P.A.S. Rotax Sea-Doo Synthetic Grease 4–TEC DESS Sea-Doo ® O.T.A.S. Printed in Canada. (smo2005-003 SH) ®™Trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates. © Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 Furthermore, in the marine industry, the WARRANTY section in this guide, FRONT is referred to BOW and REAR and/or an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. as STERN. In USA, products are distributed by BRP US Inc. In Canada, products are distributed by BRP.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION INTRODUCTION ..............8 SAFETY CHECK LIST..
  • Page 5 13) Oil Injection Reservoir Cap ..........37 14) Front Storage Compartment Cover........38 15) Front Storage Compartment Cover Latch..
  • Page 6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............52 Principle of Operation ............52 Boarding the Watercraft.
  • Page 7 WARRANTY ® BRP NORTH AMERICA LIMITED WARRANTY: 2005 SEA-DOO GTI, GTI RFI, GTI LE RFI PERSONAL WATERCRAFT ........105 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR ®...

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION ______________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations, you are now the Many states or provinces have re- quirements regarding boating safety proud owner of a Sea-Doo personal watercraft. You have selected one and competence certificates. of the most popular watercraft on strongly recommends that any water- craft operator completes a safety and water.

  • Page 10: Safety Check List

    SAFETY CHECK LIST To fully appreciate the pleasures, en- Boarding in deep water can be strenu- joyment and excitement of boating ous. Practice in chest-deep water be- there are some basic rules that should fore operating or embarking your wa- be observed and followed by any tercraft in deep water.

  • Page 11: Getting Underway

    GETTING UNDERWAY To Wear The operator and passenger(s) must wear a Coast Guard approved Person- al Flotation Device (PFD) that is suit- able for PWC use. An operator and the watercraft's pas- senger(s) should have ready access to shatterproof glasses should riding conditions or personal preference war- rant.
  • Page 12 _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 13: Helmets

    “bucket”, and put severe authorized Sea-Doo dealer. Such re- stresses on the neck or spine. This quired safety items usually include, could result in choking, severe or per- without limitation, a sound signaling manent neck or spine injury, or death.

  • Page 14: To Do

    To Do Read and understand all warning/cau- tion labels on your Sea-Doo PWC, your Operator's Guide, all other safety documents, and watch properly your Safety Videocassette, before operat- ing. Always keep in mind that the “m“ symbol, the Warning symbol,...

  • Page 15: Operation

    OPERATION Collision Avoidance Ride within your limits and level of riding ability. Avoid aggressive ma- Do not release throttle when trying to neuvers to reduce the risk of loss of steer away from objects. You need control, ejection and collision. Under- throttle to steer.

  • Page 16: Maneuverabitily Of The Watercraft/Towing

    Do not start or operate the watercraft Avoid adding on accessories, or equip- if anyone is seated on the sun deck, ment which may alter your control of if so equipped, or swim platform, or is the watercraft. nearby in the water. Water and/or de- The watercraft may be fitted with tow bris exiting jet thrust nozzle can cause eyelets which can be used to attach a...

  • Page 17: Operating Rules

    OPERATING RULES Operating a watercraft can be com- Meeting Head-On pared with driving unmarked high- Keep right. ways and roads. To prevent collisions or avoid other boaters, a system of operating rules must be followed. It's not only common sense...it's the law! Remember these Rules of the Road Know the Right of Way Rules...

  • Page 18: Waterskiing Signals

    WATERSKIING SIGNALS For your information, here are the most commonly used waterskiing signals. _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 19: Web Sites

    WEB SITES Sea-Doo website: www.Sea-Doo.com Canadian Coast Guard www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca/obs-bsn/sbg-gsn/main_e.htm (Office of Boating Safety) United States Coast www.uscgboating.org/regulations/boating_laws.htm Guard Alabama www.dcnr.state.al.us/mp/menu.htm Alaska www.dnr.state.ak.us/parks/boating Arizona www.azgfd.com Arkansas www.agfc.state.ar.us/ www.dbw.ca.gov California http://parks.state.co.us/boating/ Colorado Connecticut http://dep.state.ct.us/rec/prgactiv.htm Delaware www.dnrec.state.de.us/fw/index.htm Florida (freshwater) http://floridaconservation.org/law Florida (saltwater) www.dep.state.fl.us/law www.boat-ed.com...
  • Page 20 Montana www.fwp.state.mt.us/education/outdoorskills.asp Nebraska www.ngpc.state.ne.us/boating Nevada http://www.boatnevada.org/ New Hampshire www.state.nh.us/safety/ss/links.html New Jersey www.state.nj.us/mvs/boats.htm www.emnrd.state.nm.us/nmparks/pages/question/ New Mexico regulate/rules/nmac172.pdf North Carolina www.ncwildlife.org/fs_index_02_regulations.htm North Dakota http://www.state.nd.us/gnf/boating/ www.dnr.state.oh.us/odnr/watercraft Ohio www.osmb.state.or.us Oregon Pennsylvania www.fish.state.pa.us Rhode Island www.state.ri.us/dem/topics/boating.htm South Carolina www.dnr.state.sc.us/etc/boating.html South Dakota www.state.sd.us/gfp/divisionwildlife/boating/index.htm Tennessee www.state.tn.us/twra/boatmain.html Texas www.tpwd.state.tx.us/boat/boat.htm Utah www.stateparks.utah.gov/parks/safety.htm...

  • Page 21: Location Of The Important Labels

    LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS The following labels are on your watercraft. If missing or damaged, they can be replaced free of charge. See an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. Please read the following labels carefully before operating this watercraft. TYPICAL ______________________...
  • Page 22 Label 1 Label 2 Label 3 ACCORDING TO WATERCRAFT MODEL ACCORDING TO WATERCRAFT MODEL _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 23 Label 4 Label 5 Label 7 Label 6 Label 8 ACCORDING TO WATERCRAFT MODEL TYPICAL — SOME MODELS ACCORDING TO WATERCRAFT MODEL ______________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 24 Label 9 Label 10 Label 11 WARNING / AVERTISSEMENT PRESSURIZED FUEL Do not unscrew protective cap. Must be used only by Bombardier certified technician. Do not operate the watercraft without cap properly installed. ESSENCE SOUS PRESSION Ne pas dévisser le capuchon protecteur. Réservé...
  • Page 25 Label 12 SOME MODELS ______________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 26: Vehicle Information

    VEHICLE INFORMATION _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 27: Registration Number Location

    REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATION All personal watercraft are required by federal law to be registered and legally numbered. Due to space availability for proper display of registration number, refer to follow- ing illustration for location. The registration number should appear on each side of the watercraft.

  • Page 28: Identification Numbers

    IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS Engine The main components of the water- craft (engine and hull) are identified NOTE: Refer to SPECIFICATIONS by different serial numbers. It may section to find what engine is used on sometimes become necessary to lo- each model. cate these numbers for warranty pur- poses or to trace the watercraft in the 717 Engine...

  • Page 29: Controls/Instruments/Equipments

    CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENTS NOTE: Some components do not apply or are optional on some models. GTI, GTI RFI and GTI LE RFI Models ______________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 30 GTI Models GTI RFI Models _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 31 GTI LE RFI Models 1. Safety Lanyard 19. Seat Latch 2. Handlebar 20. Seat Extension Latch 3. Throttle Lever 21. Rear Grab Handle 4. Engine Start/Stop Button 22. Rear Storage Basket 5. Choke Lever 23. Bow and Stern Eyelets 6. Shift Lever 24.

  • Page 32: Controls/Instruments/Equipments Functions

    1. Safety lanyard cap on the post ibility. You can buy an additional safe- 2. Safety lanyard secured on operator's PFD ty lanyard and have it programmed for your watercraft. To have additional safety lanyard, refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 33: Handlebar

    4) Engine Start/Stop WARNING Button While engine can be stopped us- ing the engine start/stop button, All Models good habits recommend that the To start engine, depress and hold the safety lanyard also be disconnect- start/stop button. Release immedi- ed when stopping. ately after engine is started.

  • Page 34: Shift Lever

    6) Shift Lever A push-pull lever: – forward – neutral – reverse. WARNING Shift lever should only be used when the engine is idling and wa- tercraft is completely stopped. Do not use as a grab handle. NEUTRAL POSITION WARNING Only use reverse at slow speed and for the shortest time possible.

  • Page 35: Speedometer (If So Equipped)

    8) Speedometer (if so equipped) Analog speedometer indicates the speed of watercraft in miles per hour (MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h). The speed sensor mounted on the ride plate sends the signal to the speedometer and information center (if so equipped). 9) Information Center Gauge/Buttons (if so equipped)
  • Page 36 A buzzer will sound when one of the WARNING four last circumstances occurs. Use the compass as a guide only. Except for low fuel and low oil, which Not to be used for navigation pur- can be corrected by refilling, it is rec- poses.

  • Page 37: Glove Box

    Language Option While in the compass mode (while “SeaDoo” is displayed on models without compass): 1. Press to start or stop chronometer 1. Press and hold for 2 seconds 1. Press and hold for 2 seconds to reset Chronometer is reset every time en- gine is turned off.

  • Page 38: Fuel Tank Valve

    11) Fuel Tank Valve Unscrew the cap counterclockwise. After fueling, reinstall cap and fully Carburetor-Equipped Models tighten. WARNING Always stop the engine before re- fueling. Fuel is flammable and ex- plosive under certain conditions. Always work in a well ventilated area.

  • Page 39: Front Storage Compartment Cover

    14) Front Storage NOTE: Verify periodically the lock pin tightness of storage cover. Tighten if Compartment Cover needed and make sure storage cover It gives access to the front storage latches properly. compartment. Always relatch cover after closing. 16) Tool Kit Front Storage Compartment Contains tools needed to perform ba- sic watercraft maintenance.

  • Page 40: Seat Extension Latch

    To remove the seat, pull the latch lever upward and hold. Lift and pull the seat rearward. NOTE: It is necessary to remove the seat extension first. When reinstalling the seat, place seat cavity over body hook. 1. Latch hole 2.

  • Page 41: Rear Storage Basket

    22) Rear Storage Basket A convenient watertight, removable basket to carry personal articles. The rear storage basket includes a latch to hold an approved fire extin- guisher (sold separately). 1. Stern eyelet 24) Mooring Cleats These cleats can be temporarily used for docking, while refueling for exam- ple.

  • Page 42: Boarding Step (If So Equipped)

    POST-OPERA- TION CARE and look for COOLING SYSTEM FLUSHING or refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer for ser- vicing. 30) Flushing Connector A convenient connector is provided to allow easy installation of a garden hose to flush the cooling system.

  • Page 43: Bilge Drain Plugs

    TYPICAL 1. Drain plugs TYPICAL 2. Tighten 3. Unscrew Refer to POST-OPERATION CARE section for proper use. Tilt the watercraft slightly to the rear so that the water can completely flow 31) Bilge Drain Plugs out of the bilge. Should water be found in the bilge, it It is suggested to drain bilge on a can be easily drained by unscrewing ramp.

  • Page 44: Reverse Gate

    WARNING Keep away from intake grate while engine is on. Items such as long hair, loose clothing or personal flotation device straps can become entangled in moving parts result- ing in severe injury or drowning. TYPICAL 1. Jet pump nozzle 33) Reverse Gate When selecting the neutral or reverse position with the shift lever, the re-...
  • Page 45 WARNING Check handlebar and correspond- ing side vanes operation before starting. Never use side vanes as a supporting point to board the watercraft or to lift it. Never turn handlebar while someone is near- by rear of watercraft. Keep away from steering moving parts (noz- zle, side vanes, linkage etc.).

  • Page 46: Liquids

    LIQUIDS CAUTION: Scrupulously follow the WARNING instructions of this section. Failure Always stop the engine before re- to do so may reduce the engine's life fueling. Fuel is flammable and ex- and/or performance. plosive under certain conditions. Always work in a well ventilated Fueling Procedure area.

  • Page 47: Recommended Oil

    Do not use NMMA TC-W, TC-W2 or TC-W3 outboard Use only two-stroke engine injection two-stroke engine oils or ashless oil sold by authorized Sea-Doo dealers. two-stroke engine oils. Avoid mix- ing different brands of API TC oil as MODELS...

  • Page 48: Break-In Period

    Failure to do so may reduce the engine's life 10-Hour Inspection and/or performance. It is highly recommended that after With Sea-Doo watercraft powered by the first 10 hours of operation, the Rotax ® engines, a break-in period of...

  • Page 49: Pre-Operation Checks

    PRE-OPERATION CHECKS WARNING The pre-operation check is very important prior to operating the water- craft. Always check the proper operation of critical controls, safety fea- tures and mechanical components, before starting as listed hereinafter. If not done as specified here, severe injury or death might occur. Bring all safety equipment required by local laws.

  • Page 50: Hull

    If any obstruction can not be re- temperature was below or close to moved, refer to an authorized Sea-Doo freezing point, water may be frozen dealer for servicing. in cooling system hoses. This could cause cooling system overheating.

  • Page 51: Battery

    Steering System WARNING Assisted by another person, check Do not use any electrical heating steering operation for free move- device to heat the cooling system. ment. When the handlebar is horizon- Electrical devices may generate tal, the jet pump nozzle should be in sparks that would ignite fuel va- the straight ahead position.

  • Page 52: Storage Compartment Covers And Seat

    (if so equipped) to OFF posi- tion. Do not operate the watercraft further, see an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 53: Operating Instructions

    Sea-Doo dealer. The shift lever should be in the for- ward position in order for the water- Principle of Operation craft to advance.
  • Page 54 1. Reverse gate in downward position 1. Shift lever in neutral position NOTE: To obtain maximum efficien- cy and control from the reverse, in- crease engine speed to slightly above idle. Too much RPM will create wa- ter turbulence and reduce reverse ef- ficiency.

  • Page 55: Boarding The Watercraft

    The watercraft behaves differently WARNING with a passenger and requires greater Shift lever should only be used skill. The passenger should always when the engine is idling and wa- grip the seat strap or grab handle. tercraft is completely stopped. Do Reduce speed and avoid sharp turns.
  • Page 56 WARNING Engine should be OFF when boarding watercraft when using boarding step (if so equipped). Keep limbs away from jet or intake grate. Stay on cen- ter of the step. Only one person at a time on the step. Never use the step for pulling, towing, diving or jumping, boarding a watercraft that is out of water or any other...

  • Page 57: Starting

    Grip the grab handle and pull yourself upward until your knee can reach the The passenger then climbs on the wa- boarding platform then grip the seat tercraft while the operator maintains strap. balance by sitting as close as possible to the console.
  • Page 58 Carburetor-Equipped Models Attach the safety lanyard to your PFD and snap the cap to its post before starting the engine. Cold Engine NOTE: If you hear anything else than The choke is provided to supply a rich- 2 short beeps from DESS system, it er fuel/air mixture when starting a cold indicates a particular condition that engine.

  • Page 59: Rough Water Or Poor Visibility Operation

    The operator should become familiar- ized with the stopping distance under CAUTION: Avoid watercraft oper- different conditions. ation in weeded areas. If unavoid- able, vary watercraft speed. Release the throttle at a sufficient distance before the expected landing Rough Water or Poor area.

  • Page 60: Shutting Off The Engine

    CAUTION: Pay attention, when leaving the watercraft on the beach, so that the side vanes do not rub or hit the ground due to the rock- ing movement. It might eventually damage components of the O.P.A.S. system. Shutting Off the Engine To keep watercraft directional control, the engine should be running until the watercraft is at idle.

  • Page 61: Post-Operation Care

    POST-OPERATION CARE Cooling System Flushing WARNING and Engine Internal Allow engine to cool before per- Lubrication forming any maintenance. General General Care Flushing the cooling system with fresh Remove the watercraft from the wa- water is essential to neutralize corrod- ter every day to prevent marine organ- ing effects of salt or other chemical isms growth.
  • Page 62 Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant or equivalent, through hole of air in- take silencer keeping engine at fast idle during one minute. TYPICAL 1. Hose adapter 2. Quick connect adapter (not mandatory) 3. Garden hose 717 AND 787 RFI ENGINES NOTE: The quick connect adapter 1.

  • Page 63: Anticorrosion Treatment

    Wipe up any residual water from the engine. Reinstall plug on air intake silencer cover. Anticorrosion Treatment To prevent corrosion, spray a corrosion inhibitor (salt water resistant) such as BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant or equivalent over metallic components GTI MODELS in engine compartment. 1.

  • Page 64: Special Procedures

    CARE. tercraft out of the water and remove blockage manually. If engine still overheats, refer to an au- thorized Sea-Doo dealer for servicing. If the aforementioned method does not work, the following can be per- Jet Pump Water Intake formed: and Impeller Cleaning –...

  • Page 65: Capsized Watercraft

    Rotate the watercraft counterclock- wise (seen from rear). Clean the water intake area. If the sys- tem is still clogged, refer to an autho- rized Sea-Doo dealer for servicing. CAUTION: Inspect water intake grate for damage. Refer to an au- thorized Sea-Doo dealer for repair as necessary.

  • Page 66: Submerged Watercraft

    Release throttle lever. Bring the watercraft to be serviced by Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant an authorized Sea-Doo dealer as soon or equivalent into spark plug holes. as possible. Crank engine again. CAUTION: The longer the delay be- Reinstall spark plugs.

  • Page 67: Towing The Watercraft In Water

    Start engine as explained above. If en- gine continues to flood, see an autho- rized Sea-Doo dealer. Towing the Watercraft in Water Special precautions should be taken when towing a Sea-Doo watercraft in water. Maximum recommended towing speed is 24 km/h (15 MPH).

  • Page 68: Low-Charge Battery Condition

    Failure to do so will result in dam- age to the engine. Low-Charge Battery Condition See an authorized Sea-Doo dealer to have it charged or replaced. WARNING Do not charge or boost the battery while installed on the watercraft.

  • Page 69: Maintenance Information

    MAINTENANCE INFORMATION _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 70 EPA requirements on ex- When performing service on all 1999 haust emissions for marine products. and more recent Sea-Doo watercrafts For more detailed information on this that carry an emissions control infor- subject, you may contact the follow-...

  • Page 71: Engine Emissions Information

    When replacing fasteners, make sure to use only those recommended by BRP. If required, contact your au- thorized Sea-Doo dealer for further servicing information. _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 72: General

    The following maintenance chart gives guidelines for regular watercraft servicing scheduled to be performed by you and/or by an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. The schedule should be adjusted according to operating conditions and use.
  • Page 73 I: INSPECT, VERIFY, CLEAN, ADJUST, EVERY LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY TO BE C: CLEAN First PERFORMED 25 h 50 h 10 h 100 h or L: LUBRICATE 1 year 3 months 6 months R: REPLACE FUEL SYSTEM Carburetor and fittings (if so equipped) Dealer Throttle cable (and choke cable if so I ➀...
  • Page 74 I: INSPECT, VERIFY, CLEAN, ADJUST, EVERY LUBRICATE OR REPLACE IF NECESSARY TO BE C: CLEAN First PERFORMED 25 h 50 h 10 h 100 h or L: LUBRICATE 1 year 3 months 6 months R: REPLACE O.P.A.S SYSTEM O.P.A.S. system Dealer PROPULSION SYSTEM I ➁...

  • Page 75: Maintenance

    CAUTION: Immediately stop lubri- mended that the assistance of an cating as soon as PTO flywheel boot authorized Sea-Doo dealer be peri- begins to expand to prevent dam- odically obtained on other compo- age or slipping. nents/systems not covered in this guide.
  • Page 76 Depress and release the throttle lever. metallic portion. It should operate smoothly and return All Models to its initial position without any hesi- tation. Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo Seat Opening Mechanism, Tab, dealer if necessary. Hook and Lock Pin Carburetor-Equipped Models Do not activate throttle lever unnec- essarily, when engine is not running.

  • Page 77: Throttle And Choke Cable Inspection

    Refer to an approximately 20° when the handle- authorized Sea-Doo dealer if neces- bar is pointing straight ahead. sary. Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer if an adjustment is necessary. Carburetor Adjustment WARNING There is no adjustment to be per- formed on the carburetor.

  • Page 78: Fuses

    If a fuse has burnt out, source of malfunction should be determined and corrected before restarting. See an authorized Sea-Doo dealer for servicing. GTI Models Fuses can be found on the MPEM. There are other fuses in the electrical box.
  • Page 79 Properly reinstall removed compo- nents. GTI RFI and GTI LE RFI Models Locate VCM in front of engine. TYPICAL 1. Vent tubes removed 2. Electrical box Unclip and remove cover of the elec- trical box to expose the holder of the main fuse.

  • Page 80: System

    3. Charging system fuse All Models O.P.A.S. System The O.P.A.S. system operation and condition should be checked by an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. General Inspection and Cleaning Inspection 1. Fuse cover Check engine compartment for any 2. Fuse tabs...
  • Page 81 Make sure seat securely latches. Cleaning The bilge should be cleaned by an authorized Sea-Doo dealer to remove any fuel/oil/electrolyte deposits and mildew. Occasionally, wash the body with wa- ter and soap (only use mild detergent).

  • Page 82: Trailering, Storage And Preseason Preparation

    1. Watercraft bow attachment point 2. Wood bunks A. 71 cm (28 in) A Sea-Doo cover can protect the wa- B. 2.59 m (102 in) tercraft, particularly before driving on dirt roads, to prevent dirt entry through WARNING the air intake opening(s).

  • Page 83: Storage

    It is recommended that the watercraft be serviced by an authorized Sea-Doo dealer for storage but the following op- erations can be performed by you with a minimum of tools.
  • Page 84 (crankcase heat exchanger). Push be drained and reservoir cleaned. Re- and hold hose against bilge so that fer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer for draining can take place. this operation. Grease lubrication point(s) of propul- sion system as explained in MAINTE- NANCE section.
  • Page 85 NOTE: Battery It may be easier to reach hoses when you remove the vent Contact your authorized Sea-Doo deal- tube support. Antifreezing Protection NOTE: This procedure requires ap- proximately 2.5 L (2.6 U.S. qt.) of an- tifreeze. In cool regions where freezing point...
  • Page 86 GTI MODELS (717 ENGINES) 1. Hose pincher on injection hose going to tuned pipe GTI RFI AND GTI LE RFI MODELS (787 RFI ENGINES) 1. Engine drain hose Make sure the fitting is properly con- nected to the magneto cover. TYPICAL —...
  • Page 87 GTI, GTI RFI AND GTI LE RFI MODELS (717 AND 787 RFI ENGINES) 1. Disconnect engine water inlet hose TYPICAL 1. Hose connecting to inlet fitting of Antifreeze cylinder head 2. Disconnect hose above T-fitting 717 engines only: Temporarily install a short piece of hose to engine water Install a hose pincher just below T-fit- inlet at cylinder head.
  • Page 88 If any repairs are needed to body or to the Preseason Preparation hull contact your authorized Sea-Doo dealer. For paint touch up to mechan- Use the following chart. ical parts use BRP spray paint.

  • Page 89: Preseason Preparation

    Preseason Preparation Chart NOTE: It is highly recommended that an authorized Sea-Doo dealer perform the annual safety inspection and factory campaigns in addition to the preseason preparation all at the same time. TO BE PERFORMED OPERATIONS GENERAL Lubrication/corrosion protection Operator Spark plug replacement ➀...
  • Page 90 TO BE OPERATIONS PERFORMED PROPULSION Shifter system condition and cable adjustment Dealer SYSTEM Propulsion system inspection Dealer Jet pump oil replacement Dealer HULL AND BODY Inspection of bailer pick-ups Dealer ➀ Before installing new spark plugs, it is suggested to burn the excess BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant or equivalent by starting the engine using the old spark plugs.

  • Page 91: Troubleshooting

    You may be able to solve many of these problems rather quickly, but others may require the skills of a mechanical technician. In such cases, con- sult an authorized Sea-Doo dealer for servicing. Monitoring Beeper Coded Signals CODED SIGNALS...
  • Page 92 On MPEM or in electrical box: battery, starting system RFI models: Starter solenoid on VCM or main fuse. Discharged battery. Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. Battery connections, Refer to an authorized corroded or loose. Sea-Doo dealer. Water-flooded engine. Refer WATER-FLOODED ENGINE SPECIAL PROCEDURES.
  • Page 93 POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Weak spark. Fouled/defective/worn Replace. spark plugs. Refer to an authorized Carburetor-equipped Sea-Doo dealer. models: Faulty MPEM. RFI models: Faulty ECM. Too much oil supplied to Improper pump engine. adjustment, refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 94 See engine OVERHEATS. Sea-Doo dealer. Faulty rev limiter in MPEM Refer to an authorized (carburetor-equipped Sea-Doo dealer. models). Spark plug leads or wiring Connect spark plug cables reversed. at their proper location. Otherwise, refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. ______________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 95 OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Battery voltage is too low. Refer authorized Sea-Doo dealer. pump water intake Cavitation. Clean. clogged. Damaged impeller. Replace. Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. Damaged wear ring. Replace. Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 96 Abnormal Noise From Propulsion System OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Weeds or debris jammed Cavitation. Clean check around impeller. damage. Damaged impeller shaft or Refer to an authorized drive shaft. Sea-Doo dealer. ______________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 97: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS MODELS GTI RFI, GTI LE RFI (105A, 105B) (125A, 125B, 135A, 135B) ENGINE Engine type Rotax 717, 2-stroke Rotax 787 RFI, 2-stroke ® ® Induction type Rotary valve Water cooled/water Exhaust system Water cooled/water injected injected with regulator Rotax Adjustable Variable Exhaust valve N.A.
  • Page 98 Axial flow, single stage Transmission Direct drive Reverse system Jet pump oil type Sea-Doo synthetic polyolester oil SAE 75W90 GL5 Pivoting angle of direction ~ 20° (nozzle) Minimum required water 90 cm (3 ft) underneath the lowest rear portion of hull...
  • Page 99 MODELS GTI RFI, GTI LE RFI (105A, 105B) (125A, 125B, 135A, 135B) CAPACITIES Fuel tank 56.5 L (15 U.S. gal) Oil injection reservoir 6 L (1.6 U.S. gal) Impeller Capacity 100 mL (3.4 U.S. oz) shaft Up to plug reservoir Oil level N.A.: Not applicable ➀...

  • Page 100: International System Metric Information

    INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM METRIC INFORMATION BASE UNITS length ..........meter ........ mass ..........kilogram ......force..........newton......liquid ..........liter ........temperature ........Celsius ......°C pressure ......... kilo pascal......torque ..........newton-meter ....land velocity ........kilometer per hour..... km/h navigation velocity ......

  • Page 101: Abbreviations Used In This Manual

    ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION Alternate current American petroleum institute CARB California air resource board Direct current DESS Digitally encoded security system Engine control module Electronic control unit Engine management system E.I.N. Engine identification number Environmental protection agency Horse power Liquid Crystal Display Light-emitting diode...

  • Page 102: Warranty

    WARRANTY _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 103 Fax: (819) 566–3062 www.brp.com If your Sea-Doo watercraft requires warranty service, you should take it to any authorized Sea-Doo dealer. Be sure to bring your warranty registration card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the service manager or owner of the Sea-Doo dealership.

  • Page 104: Brp North America Limited Warranty: 2005 Sea-Doo Gti, Gti Rfi, Gti Le Rfi Personal Watercraft

    1. SCOPE Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (“BRP”)* warrants its model-year 2005 Sea-Doo GTI, GTI RFI, GTI LE RFI personal watercraft from defects in material or workmanship for the period and under the conditions described below. All genuine BRP parts and accessories, installed by an authorized BRP dealer (as hereinafter defined) at the time of delivery of the Sea-Doo personal watercraft, carry the same warranty as that of the personal watercraft.
  • Page 105 This warranty coverage is available only on Sea-Doo personal watercraft pur- chased as new and unused by its first owner from a BRP dealer authorized to distribute Sea-Doo products in the country in which the sale occurred (“BRP dealer”), and then only after the BRP specified pre-delivery inspection process is completed and documented.
  • Page 106 6. EXCLUSIONS The following are not warranted under any circumstances: – Normal wear and tear; – Routine maintenance items, tune ups, adjustments; – Damage caused by failure to provide proper maintenance and/or storage, as described in the Operator’s Guide; – Damage resulting from removal of parts, improper repairs, service, mainte- nance, modifications or use of parts not manufactured or approved by BRP or resulting from repairs done by a person that is not an authorized servicing BRP dealer;...
  • Page 107 8. TRANSFER If the ownership of a product is transferred during the warranty coverage period, this warranty shall also be transferred and be valid for the remaining coverage period provided that BRP is notified of such transfer of ownership in the following way: a) The former owner contacts BRP (at the phone number provided below) or an authorized BRP dealer and gives the coordinates of the new owner;...

  • Page 108: California Emission Control Warranty Statement For ® Gti Rfi, Gti Le Rfi Personal

    WITH RFI ENGINES. Your Sea-Doo GTI RFI, GTI LE RFI personal watercraft may have a special envi- ronmental label required by the California Air Resources Board. The label has 1, 2, 3 or 4 stars. A hangtag, provided with your personal watercraft, describes the meaning of the star rating system.
  • Page 109 The California Air Resources Board and BRP US Inc. (“BRP”)* on behalf of Bom- bardier Recreational Products Inc. are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your model-year 2005 Sea-Doo GTI RFI, GTI LE RFI person- al watercraft equipped with RFI engine. In California, new personal watercraft engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent an-...

  • Page 110: Watercraft With Rfi Tm Engines

    Select emission control parts of your 2005 Sea-Doo GTI RFI, GTI LE RFI personal watercraft are warranted from the date of delivery to the first retail consumer for a period of 4 years, or for 250 hours of use, whichever occurs first. Howev- er, warranty coverage based on the hourly period is only permitted for personal watercraft equipped with the appropriate hour meters or their equivalent.
  • Page 111 Emission warranty parts that are scheduled for replacement, as required main- tenance, are warranted by BRP for the period of time before the first scheduled replacement date for that part. Emission warranty parts that are scheduled for regular inspection, but not regular replacement, are warranted by BRP for the entire warranty period of the personal watercraft.

  • Page 112: Brp International Limited Warranty: 2005 Sea-Doo Gti, Gti Rfi, Gti Le Rfi Personal Watercraft

    1. SCOPE Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. (“BRP”) warrants its model-year 2005 Sea-Doo GTI, GTI RFI, GTI LE RFI personal watercraft from defects in material or workmanship for the period described below. All genuine BRP parts and accessories, installed by an authorized BRP distribu- tor/dealer (as hereinafter defined) at the time of delivery of the Sea-Doo personal watercraft, carry the same warranty as that of the personal watercraft.
  • Page 113 4. WHAT TO DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE The customer must notify a servicing BRP distributor/dealer within two (2) days of the appearance of a defect, and provide it with reasonable access to the prod- uct and reasonable opportunity to repair it. The customer must also present to the BRP distributor/dealer, proof of purchase of the product and must sign the repair/work order prior to the start of the repair in order to validate the warran- ty repair.
  • Page 114 7. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY GIVEN AND ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PAR- TICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY.

  • Page 115: Privacy Information

    PRIVACY INFORMATION We wish to inform you that your coordinates will be used for safety and warranty purposes. Sometimes, we also use the coordinates of our clients to inform them about our products and to present them offers. Should you prefer not to receive information on our products, services and offers, please let us know by writing to the address below.
  • Page 116 STOLEN UNITS: If your personal watercraft is stolen, you should notify BRP or an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. We will ask you to provide your name, address, phone number, the hull identification number of your personal watercraft and the date it was stolen.
  • Page 117 AFFIX PROPER POSTAGE Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 118: Change Of Address/Ownership

    STOLEN UNITS: If your personal watercraft is stolen, you should notify BRP or an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. We will ask you to provide your name, address, phone number, the hull identification number of your personal watercraft and the date it was stolen.
  • Page 119 AFFIX PROPER POSTAGE Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 120 WATERCRAFT HULL ENGINE Owner: Purchase Date Warranty Expiry Date Please verify with your selling dealer to ensure your SEA-DOO watercraft has been registered with BRP. _____________________ www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 121 www.SeaDooManuals.net...

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