SeaDoo 2002 GTX 4-TEC Operator's Manual

SeaDoo 2002 GTX 4-TEC Operator's Manual

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  • Page 2 SAFETY WARNING Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained in this Operator’s Guide, the Safety Handbook, the Safety Videocassette and on the on-product warning labels could cause injury, including the possibility of death. The operator has the responsibility to inform passenger(s) of safety precautions.
  • Page 3 Doin’it on your new SEA-DOO watercraft Congratulations, you are now the proud owner of a SEA-DOO personal watercraft. Whether you are an experienced boater or are new to the sport of boating, we ask you to take the time to view the safety videocassette provided with the watercraft, to read this Operator’s Guide, the Safety Handbook and on-product warning/caution labels and familiarize yourself with the contents.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD ..................SAFETY MEASURES..............General ......................Operation ...................... Maintenance ....................LIST OF DISTRIBUTORS ..............BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY ® NORTH AMERICA: SEA-DOO WATERCRAFT ........® ONLY FOR 2002 SEA-DOO RX™ DI, SEA-DOO GTX DI, SEA-DOO LRV™ DI AND SEA-DOO GTX 4-TEC SOLD AND REGISTERED IN CALIFORNIA............
  • Page 5 28) Jet Pump Nozzle ..................29) Reverse Gate ..................30) Jet Pump Water Intake and Ride Plate........... 31) Fuses ...................... 32) Battery ....................33) Side Vanes ....................34) Engine Oil Dipstick.................. 35) Engine Oil Filling Cap ................36) Cooling System Expansion Tank Cap ............. LIQUIDS ..................
  • Page 6 Capsized Watercraft ..................Submerged Watercraft ................. Water-Flooded Engine .................. Fuel-Flooded Engine ..................Towing the Watercraft in Water ..............Low-Charge Battery Condition..............MAINTENANCE ................Engine Emissions Information ..............Lubrication ....................Periodic Inspection ..................Periodic Inspection Chart ................Throttle Cable Inspection ................Engine Oil Change and Oil Filter Replacement ..........
  • Page 7: Foreword

    FOREWORD The Operator’s Guide and Safety Hand- Although the mere reading of such in- book have been prepared to acquaint formation does not eliminate the haz- the owner/operator or passenger with ard, the understanding and application this personal watercraft and its various of the information will promote the cor- controls, maintenance and safe riding rect use of the watercraft.
  • Page 8 The use of LEFT (port) and RIGHT (star- board) indications in the text, always refers to driving position (when sitting on watercraft). Furthermore, in the marine industry, FRONT is referred to BOW and REAR as STERN. F01L451 1. Left (port) 2.
  • Page 9: Safety Measures

    SAFETY MEASURES General Operation To fully appreciate the pleasures, Always perform the pre-operation enjoyment and excitement of boat- checks as specified in this guide. ing there are some basic rules that Operator and passenger(s) should at should be observed and followed by all times wear a coast guard approved any rider.
  • Page 10 Do not start or operate the water- Respect no wake zones, the rights craft if someone is seated on the sun of other water users and the environ- deck (if so equipped) or swim plat- ment. As the “skipper” and owner form, or is nearby in the water.
  • Page 11: Maintenance

    Maintenance Only perform servicing procedures which are detailed in this guide. Fur- ther assistance or information can be obtained from your authorized Sea-Doo dealer. In many instances proper tools and training is required for certain servicing or repair proce- dures. Maintain the watercraft and equip- ment in top condition at all times.
  • Page 12: List Of Distributors

    LIST OF DISTRIBUTORS NORTH AMERICA BOMBARDIER MOTOR CORPORATION OF AMERICA 7575 Bombardier Court WAUSAU, WI. 54401 Phone: (715) 848-4957 (Except Puerto Rico) Fax: (715) 847-6879 www.bombardier.com CANADA BOMBARDIER INC. RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS 75 J. A. BOMBARDIER ST. SHERBROOKE, QC J1L 1W3 Phone: (819) 566-3366 Fax: (819) 566-3062 www.bombardier.com...
  • Page 13: Bombardier Limited Warranty North America: Sea-Doo Watercraft

    BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY ® NORTH AMERICA: SEA-DOO WATERCRAFT 1. SCOPE OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY In Canada, BOMBARDIER INC. (hereinafter “BOMBARDIER”), and in the USA, Bombardier on behalf of BOMBARDIER MOTOR CORPORATION OF AMERICA (BMCA) warrants its SEA-DOO watercraft from defects in material or workmanship for the period described below. All genuine BOMBARDIER parts and accessories, installed by an authorized BOMBARDIER dealer (as hereinafter defined) at the time of delivery of the SEA-DOO watercraft, carry the same warranty as that of the watercraft.
  • Page 14 4. WHAT TO DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE The customer must notify an authorized servicing BOMBARDIER dealer within two (2) days of the appearance of a defect, and provide it with reasonable access to the product and reasonable opportunity to repair it. The customer must also present to the authorized BOMBARDIER 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 warranty repair.
  • Page 15 Neither the distributor, any BOMBARDIER dealer nor any other person has been authorized to make any affirmation, representation or warranty regarding the product, other than those contained in this limited warranty, and if made, shall not be enforceable against BOMBARDIER. BOMBARDIER reserves the right to modify this warranty at any time, being understood that such modification will not alter the warranty conditions applicable to the products sold while this warranty is in effect.
  • Page 16: Only For 2002 Sea-Doo

    ® ONLY FOR 2002 SEA-DOO RX™ DI, SEA-DOO GTX DI, SEA-DOO LRV™ DI AND SEA-DOO GTX 4-TEC SOLD AND REGISTERED IN CALIFORNIA CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT Your SEA-DOO watercraft has a special environmental label required by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
  • Page 17 The California Air Resources Board and BOMBARDIER on behalf of BOMBARDIER MO- TOR CORPORATION OF AMERICA (BMCA) are pleased to explain the emission control † system warranty on your 2002 SEA-DOO RX™ DI, SEA-DOO GTX DI, SEA-DOO LRV™ † DI AND SEA-DOO GTX 4-TEC personal watercraft engine.
  • Page 18 † Parts covered for 2002 SEA-DOO GTX 4-TEC: Digital Linear Actuator (Low Idle Control) All Fuel System Components Throttle Position Sensor Spark Plugs Intake Manifold Air Pressure Sensor Ignition Coils Intake Manifold Air Temperature Sensor Piston & Rings Engine Temperature Sensor Intake and Exhaust Valve Gear/Train Knock Sensor Valves, Valve Guides, Valve Guide Sealing...
  • Page 19: Bombardier Limited Warranty International: Sea-Doo Watercraft

    BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY ® INTERNATIONAL: SEA-DOO WATERCRAFT 1. SCOPE OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY BOMBARDIER INC. (hereinafter “BOMBARDIER” warrants its SEA-DOO personal water- craft from defects in material or workmanship for the period described below. All genuine BOMBARDIER parts and accessories, installed by an authorized BOMBARDIER distributor/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 20 6. EXCLUSIONS - ARE NOT WARRANTED • 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, maintenance, mod- ifications or use of parts not manufactured or approved by BOMBARDIER or resulting from repairs done by a person that is not an authorized servicing BOMBARDIER distributor/ dealer;...
  • Page 21 9. CONSUMER ASSISTANCE (a) In the event of a controversy or a dispute in connection with this BOMBARDIER LIM- ITED WARRANTY, BOMBARDIER suggests that you try to resolve the issue at the distributorship/dealership level. We recommend discussing the issue with the autho- rized dealer’s service manager or owner.
  • Page 22: 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 23: 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. 9-10 F18L03M...
  • Page 24 Label 1 F12L0FL Label 2 Label 4 • WARNING DO NOT BOOST BATTERY WHILE INSTALLED. F00L050 Label 5 F02L2D0 Label 3 F07L11Z F00L2XY...
  • Page 25 Label 6 Label 10 F00L2MY Label 7 F18L10Y Label 11 F00A1AY Label 8 A01A2EY Label 12 F00L2YY SOME MODELS Label 9 F18L0YY F18L0NY...
  • Page 26: Identification Numbers

    IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS The main components of the water- Engine craft (engine and hull) are identified by NOTE: Refer to SPECIFICATIONS sec- different serial numbers. It may some- tion to find what engine is used on each times become necessary to locate model.
  • Page 27: Controls, Components And Instruments Location

    CONTROLS, COMPONENTS AND INSTRUMENTS LOCATION NOTE: Some components do not apply or are optional on some models. GTX 4-TEC 15 17 18 23-24 19-36 31-32 34-35 F18L0PL...
  • Page 28 1. Safety Lanyard 19. Rear Storage Basket (engine cut-off cord) 20. Front and Rear 2. Handlebar (bow/stern) Eyelets 3. Throttle Lever 21. Mooring Cleats 4. Engine Start/Stop Button 22. Footboard 5. Shift Lever 23. Boarding Pads 6. Speedometer 24. Boarding Platform 7.
  • Page 29: Controls, Components And Instruments Functions

    CONTROLS, COMPONENTS AND INSTRUMENTS FUNCTIONS 1) Safety Lanyard WARNING (engine cut-off cord) Should the engine be stopped, wa- The safety lanyard cap should be se- tercraft directional control is re- curely snapped onto its post to be fully duced. Always disconnect safety operational.
  • Page 30: Handlebar

    4) Engine Start/Stop Limited-Speed Operation Button The 4-TEC models also offers a special safety lanyard — the SEA-DOO Learn- To start engine, depress and hold the ing Key — which electronically limits start/stop button. Release immediate- the speed of the watercraft to approx- ly after engine is started.
  • Page 31: Speedometer

    WARNING Only use reverse at slow speed and for the shortest time possible. Al- ways ensure the path behind is clear of objects and persons including children playing in shallow water. CAUTION: Never rev the engine at high RPM in reverse. From the forward position, pull the le- ver to reverse.
  • Page 32 Fuel Level Display Bar gauge continuously indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank while riding. A low-fuel condition is also indi- cated when in the information center when only one bar is displayed. See Message Display below. Numerical Section F18H08Z This section shows the digits of the function displayed such as the clock,...
  • Page 33 Water Temperature: Displays the wa- ter temperature (L TEMP) in degrees Celsius (°C) or Farenheit (°F). Exterior Temperature: Displays the ex- terior air temperature (E TEMP) in de- grees Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F). Trip Hour Meter: (TRIPMTR) Allows to measure an interval of time in hours and minutes (hh:mm).
  • Page 34 In the event of a warning message, the message will blink and override the units display unless MODE button is pressed. The display will then display the clock/compass after 10 seconds. If more than one warning message oc- curs, the blinking messages will scroll every 4 seconds.
  • Page 35 Clock Adjustment While in the clock/compass mode: F18L090 1. Press TOGETHER to end F18L090 NOTE: If MODE and SET buttons are 1. Press TOGETHER and hold for 2 seconds not pressed at the end, the default dis- play will come back after 10 seconds and the time entered will remain.
  • Page 36: Glove Box

    NOTE: If a fault occurs, this system generates numbered fault codes (P-XXXX) that can be displayed through the information center using a special procedure. In case of a failure, you may call your authorized Sea-Doo dealer and he would be able to assist you to have the codes displayed to help trou- bleshooting.
  • Page 37: Front Storage Compartment Cover

    WARNING Always stop the engine before refu- eling. Fuel is flammable and explo- sive under certain conditions. Al- ways work in a well ventilated area. Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in the vicinity. Fuel tank may be pressurized, slowly turn cap when opening.
  • Page 38: Front Storage Compartment Cover Latch

    12) Front Storage 16) Seat Extension Latch Compartment Cover Removing the seat extension allows Latch access to the rear storage basket. It also gives access to the seat latch. Pull the latch lever upward in order to open the front storage compartment cover.
  • Page 39: Rear Grab Handle

    19) Rear Storage Basket NOTE: It is necessary to remove the seat extension first and repeat the A convenient watertight, removable same procedure to remove the seat. basket to carry personal articles. Engine Compartment This is where the mechanical, electri- cal and fuel/oil systems are located.
  • Page 40: Front And Rear (Bow/Stern) Eyelets

    NOTE: Spare spark plugs are not sup- plied with the watercraft. 20) Front and Rear (bow/stern) Eyelets Front (bow) Eyelet Eyelets can be used for mooring, tow- ing and as a tie-down point during traile- ring. F18L0SY 1. Mooring cleats CAUTION: Never use mooring cleats to pull or lift the watercraft.
  • Page 41: Flushing Connector

    27) Bilge Drain Plugs Pull down the step with your hand and hold until a foot or a knee is put on the Should water be found in the bilge, it step. can be easily drained by unscrewing the drain plugs when engine is off and watercraft is out of water.
  • Page 42: Reverse Gate

    NOTE: The ride plate is the heat ex- changer for the ENGINE cooling system. WARNING Keep away from intake grate while engine is on. Items such as long hair, loose clothing or personal flo- tation device straps can become entangled in moving parts result- ing in severe injury or drowning.
  • Page 43: Battery

    33) Side Vanes Side vanes are part of the Off-Power As- sisted Steering (O.P.A.S.™) system. When engine RPM is reduced, the side vanes are lowered to assist the steering system. Refer to Principle of Operation in OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS section for the description of the system. WARNING Check handlebar and correspond- ing side vanes operation before...
  • Page 44: Engine Oil Filling Cap

    Refer to LIQUIDS for more details. 36) Cooling System Expansion Tank Cap Located in engine compartment. It pro- vides access to the expansion tank fill- ing neck. WARNING Certain components in the engine compartment may be very hot. Di- rect contact may result in skin burn. Remove seat extension and storage basket to expose expansion tank.
  • Page 45: Liquids

    LIQUIDS CAUTION: Scrupulously follow the Recommended Fuel instructions of this section. Failure Use unleaded regular gasoline with 87 to do so may reduce the engine’s life octane (Ron + Mon)/2 specification. and/or performance. CAUTION: Never experiment with Fueling Procedure other fuels or fuel ratios. Never use fuel containing more than 10% alco- hol, (ethanol or methanol).
  • Page 46 WARNING Engine oil may be hot. Certain components in the engine com- partment may be very hot. Direct contact may result in skin burn. CAUTION: Never run engine longer than 5 minutes. Drive line seal has no cooling when watercraft is out of wa- ter.
  • Page 47: Engine Coolant

    Remove seat extension to expose cooling system expansion tank. F18E0MZ 1. Expansion tank With vehicle on a level surface, liquid should be between MIN. and MAX. level marks of coolant reservoir when engine is cold. F18D09Y 1. Oil cap 10. Properly reinstall oil cap and dipstick. Engine Coolant Recommended Coolant Always use ethylene-glycol antifreeze...
  • Page 48: Break-In Period

    BREAK-IN PERIOD CAUTION: Scrupulously follow the instructions of this section. Failure to do so may reduce the engine’s life and/or performance. With SEA-DOO watercraft powered ® by Rotax engines, a break-in period of 10 hours is required before continuous operation at full throttle. To achieve a good break-in, throttle le- ver should not be depressed more than 3/4, however, brief acceleration and...
  • Page 49: Pre-Operation Checks

    PRE-OPERATION CHECKS WARNING The pre-operation check is very important prior to operating the watercraft. Always check the proper operation of critical controls, safety features and mechanical components, before starting as listed hereinafter. If not done as specified here, severe injury or death might occur. Bring all safety equip- ment required by local laws.
  • Page 50: Hull

    Hull Bilge Inspect hull for cracks or damage. Should water be present in the bilge, tilt the watercraft to the rear and un- Jet Pump Water Intake screw drain plugs to completely empty the bilge. Remove weeds, shells, debris or any- Secure bilge drain plugs.
  • Page 51: Engine Coolant Level

    Engine Coolant Level Shifter System Ensure coolant level is appropriate as Check reverse gate operation for free specified in LIQUIDS section. Check movement. With shift lever in forward for coolant leaks on engine, in bilge and position, the gate should be in upward from ride plate.
  • Page 52: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING WARNING Keep away from intake grate while Always perform the PRE-OPERATION engine is on. Items such as long CHECKS before operating the water- hair, loose clothing or personal flo- craft. Become thoroughly familiar tation device straps can become with all controls and the function of entangled in moving parts result- each.
  • Page 53 F18J02Y F18J07Y 1. Shift lever in neutral position 1. Reverse gate in downward position NOTE: To obtain maximum efficiency and control from the reverse, increase engine speed to slightly above idle. Too much RPM will create water tur- bulence and reduce reverse efficiency. In reverse position, turn the handlebar in the same direction that you want to move the rear of the watercraft.
  • Page 54 The watercraft behaves differently with WARNING a passenger and requires greater skill. The passenger should always grip the Shift lever should only be used when seat strap or grab handle. Reduce the engine is idling and watercraft is speed and avoid sharp turns. Avoid completely stopped.
  • Page 55: Boarding The Watercraft

    WARNING Engine should be OFF when board- ing the watercraft or when using boarding step. Keep limbs away from jet or intake grate. Stay on center 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 purpose...
  • Page 56 F01L4KY F18L0XY Sit astride the seat. A. 90 cm (3 ft) Operator with a Passenger In shallow water, board the watercraft either from the side or the rear. The operator climbs on the watercraft the same way as explained previously. Boarding in Deep Water In choppy water, the passenger, while Operator Alone...
  • Page 57: Starting

    If engine fails to start after 10 seconds, wait a few seconds then repeat proce- dure. CAUTION: Do not hold start/stop but- ton more than 30 seconds to avoid starter overheating. A rest period should be observed between the cranking cycles to let starter cool down.
  • Page 58: Crossing Waves

    Crossing Waves Beaching Reduce speed. CAUTION: It is not recommended to run the watercraft to the beach. Always be prepared to steer and balance as necessary. Come slowly to the beach and shut off the engine using the safety lanyard when When crossing wakes, always keep a water depth is 90 cm (3 ft) under the hull, safe distance from watercraft ahead.
  • Page 59: Post-Operation Care

    POST-OPERATION CARE Flushing should be performed when WARNING the watercraft is not expected to be used further the same day or when the Allow engine to cool before per- watercraft is stored for any extended forming any maintenance. time. General Care WARNING Remove the watercraft from the water Perform this operation in a well ven-...
  • Page 60: Anticorrosion Treatment

    Anticorrosion Treatment Flushing To flush the exhaust cooling system, To prevent corrosion, spray a corrosion start the engine then immediately inhibitor (salt water resistant) such as open the water tap. BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant or equiv- alent over metallic components in en- WARNING gine compartment.
  • Page 61: Special Procedures

    SPECIAL PROCEDURES Monitoring System In this mode, it may be necessary to depress the throttle quite slowly to al- To assist you when using the water- low engine RPM to increase and oper- craft, a system monitors the electronic ate the watercraft to go back home. components of the EMS (engine man- These performance-reduced modes agement system) and other compo-...
  • Page 62: Jet Pump Water Intake And Impeller Cleaning

    Jet Pump Water Intake and On-Beach Water Cleaning Impeller Cleaning WARNING WARNING Always remove safety lanyard cap from its post to prevent accidental Keep away from intake grate while engine starting before cleaning the engine is on. Items such as long jet pump area.
  • Page 63: Capsized Watercraft

    Capsized Watercraft Submerged Watercraft The watercraft is designed so that it To limit damages to the engine, per- should not turn over easily. Also two form the following procedure as soon sponsons mounted on the side of the as possible. hull assist watercraft stability.
  • Page 64: Fuel-Flooded Engine

    Fuel-Flooded Engine Remove spark plugs. NOTE: After untightening the spark When the engine does not start after plugs, a coil may be used to pull the several attempts, the engine may be spark plugs out. Simply bring the coil fuel-flooded. Proceed as follows. down to spark plug and “hook”...
  • Page 65: Towing The Watercraft In Water

    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). When towing your watercraft in water, pinch the water supply hose from the impeller housing to the exhaust mani- fold with a large hose pincher (P/N 529 032 500).
  • Page 66: Low-Charge Battery Condition

    Snugly install the hose pincher on the water supply hose as shown. F18E0RY 1. Hose pincher CAUTION: When finished towing the watercraft, hose pincher should be removed before operating it. Failure to do so will result in damage to the engine.
  • Page 67: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Maintenance, replacement, or repair The owner/operator is not to, and should of the emission control devices and not allow anyone to modify the engine systems may be performed by any in any manner that would alter the marine SI (spark ignition) engine re- horsepower or allow emissions levels to pair establishments or individual.
  • Page 68: Lubrication

    Additional Lubrication WARNING BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant or equiv- Only perform procedures as detailed alent will help prevent corrosion of me- in this guide. It is recommended that tallic parts and maintain proper opera- the assistance of an authorized Sea- tion of moving mechanisms. Doo dealer be periodically obtained on other components/systems not WARNING...
  • Page 69: Periodic Inspection Chart

    Periodic Inspection Chart FREQUENCY DESCRIPTION ✔ Lubrication/corrosion protection ✔ ✔ Engine oil and filter replacement Support and rubber mount condition/ ✔ ✔ tightness ✔ ✔ Condition of seals and fasteners Exhaust system fasteners ➄ ✔ ✔ Spark plug replacement ➄ ✔...
  • Page 70 FREQUENCY DESCRIPTION Check O.P.A.S. system operation and ✔ ✔ condition including filter Drive shaft protection boot inspection and ✔ ➁ lubrication ✔ ✔ Shifter system/cable adjustment ✔ ➆ Drive shaft rubber bumper replacement Impeller shaft seal, sleeve and O-ring ➅ replacement Impeller condition and impeller/wear ring ✔...
  • Page 71: Throttle Cable Inspection

    Throttle Cable Inspection Engine Oil Change and Oil Filter Replacement Throttle Cable The oil change and filter replacement Depress and release the throttle lever. should be performed by an authorized It should operate smoothly and return Sea-Doo dealer. to its initial position without any hesi- tation.
  • Page 72: Vacuum Bailer Pick-Ups

    Fuses Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer if an adjustment is necessary. If an electrical problem occurs, check the fuses. If a fuse is burnt, replace by WARNING one of the same rating. Ensure the handlebar and jet pump nozzle operate freely from side to side and are not stressing the steer- ing cable or brackets.
  • Page 73 MPEM To access fuses on the MPEM, remove seat. Locate MPEM besides engine. F18H0JY 1. Fuses Fuses rating are identified, look besides the fuse holders. T.O.P.S. Bilge pump (optional) Beeper Spare diagnostic, connector Cylinder 3 ignition coil Spare fuse and injection Electric starter, 7.5A Information...
  • Page 74 Squeeze locking tabs together, hold To gain access to spare fuses, remove and pull fuse cover from the MPEM. the cover identified “SPARE FUSES INSIDE”. Look inside cover and pull the rubber protector with a finger. Take care not to drop the fuses. F18H0CY TYPICAL F18H0BY...
  • Page 75 Main Fuses Main Fuse near front of Fuel Tank One is located besides the MPEM and To reach it do the following: the other one is located near front of Open front storage compartment cover. fuel tank. See below for details. Remove extinguisher if one is installed.
  • Page 76: General Inspection And Cleaning

    Inspect muffler, battery, fuel tank and oil reservoir fastening devices. Visually check electrical connections for corro- sion and tightness. Inspect hull and jet pump water intake grate for damage. Replace or have dam- aged parts repaired. WARNING Periodically verify the seat lock pin and tighten if needed.
  • Page 77: Trailering, Storage And Pre-Season Preparation

    TRAILERING, STORAGE AND PRE-SEASON PREPARATION Trailering Make sure that fuel tank cap is proper- ly installed. CAUTION: To avoid damaging O.P.A.S. side vanes, the maximum trailer wood WARNING sticks span including stick width should not exceed 71 cm (28 in). Ends Never tip this vehicle on end for of both trailer wood sticks should not transporting.
  • Page 78: Launching/Loading

    A SEA-DOO cover can protect the wa- CAUTION: Fuel stabilizer should be tercraft, particularly before driving on added prior to engine lubrication to dirt roads, to prevent dirt entry through ensure fuel system components pro- the air intake openings. tection against varnish deposits. Observe trailering safety precautions.
  • Page 79: Battery

    Disconnect ignition coil connectors. Disconnect the garden hose. NOTE: It is recommended to fog the WARNING engine valves with BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant. Contact your autho- When disconnecting coil from spark rized Sea-Doo dealer. plug, always disconnect coil from main harness first. Never check for Battery engine ignition spark from an open coil and/or spark plug in the engine...
  • Page 80: Pre-Season Preparation

    Final Steps If any repairs are needed to body or to the hull contact your authorized Sea-Doo dealer. For paint touch up to mechanical parts use Bombardier spray paint. Apply a good quality marine wax to the body. The seat and the seat extension should be partially left opened.
  • Page 81 Pre-Season 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 pre-season prep- aration all at the same time. TO BE OPERATIONS PERFORMED Lubrication/corrosion protection Operator GENERAL Spark plug replacement ➀...
  • Page 82: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING The following chart 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 cases, consult an authorized Sea-Doo dealer for servicing.
  • Page 83 CODED SIGNALS POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Watercraft is upside down. A 2 seconds beep every Turn watercraft upright. Refer to 15 minutes interval. SPECIAL PROCEDURES. • Engine coolant temperature Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo sensor or circuit malfunction. dealer. • Exhaust temperature sensor or Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo circuit malfunction.
  • Page 84 Engine Will Not Start OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Safety lanyard removed. Engine does not turn over. Install cap over post. • Engine ECU does not recognize Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo the safety lanyard. dealer. • Turned over watercraft. Refer to Capsized Watercraft in SPECIAL PROCEDURES.
  • Page 85: Engine Overheats

    Engine Misfires, Misinjects, Runs Irregularly OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Fouled/defective/worn spark Weak spark. Replace. plugs. • Faulty ignition coil(s) or engine Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo ECU. dealer. • Fuel: Level too low, stale or water- Lean fuel mixture. Siphon and/or refill.
  • Page 86: Engine Lacks Acceleration Or Power

    Engine Lacks Acceleration or Power OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Engine oil level too high. Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. • Weak spark. Refer to ENGINE MISFIRES, RUNS IRREGULARLY. • The monitoring system put the Refer to Monitoring System in watercraft in limp home mode SPECIAL PROCEDURES.
  • Page 87 O.P.A.S. System Faults OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Side vanes do not go up while Watercraft is more Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo watercraft is at speed. responsive than usual dealer. while turning. • One side vane does not go up Watercraft pulls on one Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo while watercraft is at speed.
  • Page 88: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS GTX 4-TEC ENGINE (5573/5574/5593/5594) BOMBARDIER-ROTAX 1503, 4 stroke. Type Over Head Camshaft (OHC), liquid cooled Number of cylinder 3 in line 12 valves (4 per cylinder) with hydraulic lifters Number of valve (no adjustment) Displacement 1493 cc (91.1 cu. in) Bore 100 mm (3.9 in) Stroke...
  • Page 89 GTX 4-TEC FUEL SYSTEM (5573/5574/5593/5594) Regular unleaded gasoline with 87 octane Fuel type (Ron + Mon)/2 specification Rotax EMS (engine management system). Fuel injection Multipoint Fuel Injection. Single throttle body (52 mm (2.04 in)) PROPULSION Propulsion system Bombardier Formula pump Jet pump type Axial flow, single stage.
  • Page 90: Si Metric Information

    SI* METRIC INFORMATION SI* METRIC INFORMATION BASE UNITS DESCRIPTION UNIT SYMBOL length ..........meter........mass............ kilogram ......force ............ newton ....... liquid ............ liter ........temperature......... Celsius........ °C pressure ..........kilopascal ......torque ..........newton-meter..... N•m land velocity......... kilometer per hour ....km/h navigation velocity .......
  • Page 91: Abbreviations Used In This Manual

    ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL DESCRIPTION Alternate current CARB California air resource board Direct current Digitally encoded security DESS system Engine management system Electronic control unit E.I.N. Engine identification number Environmental protection agency Horse power Liquid Crystal Display Light-emitting diode Magneto Multi-purpose electronic MPEM...
  • Page 92: 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 93: Change Of Address

    CHANGE OF ADDRESS CHANGE OF ADDRESS If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this page. Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary.
  • Page 94 CHANGE OF ADDRESS If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this page. Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary.
  • Page 95 CHANGE OF ADDRESS If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this page. Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary.
  • Page 96 CHANGE OF ADDRESS If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this page. Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary.
  • Page 97 CHANGE OF ADDRESS If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this page. Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary.
  • Page 98 CHANGE OF ADDRESS If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this page. Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary.
  • Page 99 WATERCRAFT MODEL No. HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (H.I.N.) ENGINE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (E.I.N.) Owner: NAME STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP/POSTAL CODE Purchase Date YEAR MONTH Warranty Expiry Date YEAR MONTH To be completed by the authorized Sea-Doo dealer at the time of the sale. DEALER IMPRINT AREA Please verify with your selling dealer to ensure your SEA-DOO watercraft has been registered with Bombardier.

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