1998 SeaDoo GTX RFI Service/Shop Manual …

1 Deposit:National Library of QuebecNational Library of CanadaAll rights reserved. No parts of this Manual may bereproduced in any form without the prior writtenpermission of Bombardier Inc. Bombardier Inc. 1998 Printed in Canada *Registered trademarks of Bombardier is a trademark of Loctite CorporationSnap-on is a trademark of Snap-on Tools CorporationGelcote is a trademark of Gelcote International NOTICE .. II01 MAINTENANCE01 - Table of contents ..01-01-102 - Periodic inspection chart ..01-02-103 - Flushing and - ENGINE01 - Table of contents ..02-01-102 - Magneto system ..02-02-103 - COOLING SYSTEM01 - Table of contents ..03-01-102 - Circuit ..03-02-104 FUEL SYSTEM01 - Table of contents.

2 04-01-102 - Fuel injection ..04-02-105 ELECTRICALSYSTEM01 - Table of contents ..05-01-102 - Ignition - Charging system ..05-03-106 TECHNICAL DATA01 - GTX RFI WIRING DIAGRAM01 - GTX RFI OF NOTICE0 This Manual was primarily published to be used by watercraft technicians trained by the manufactur-er who are already familiar with all service and maintenance procedures relating to Bombardier madeSea-Doo note that the instructions will apply only if proper hand tools and special service tools are is understood that this Manual may be translated into another language. In the event of any discrepan-cy, the English version shall content depicts parts and/or procedures applicable to the particular product at its time of manufac-ture.

3 It does not include dealer modifications, whether authorized or not by Bombardier, after manufac-turing the use of Bombardier parts is most strongly recommended when considering replacement of any com-ponent. Dealer and/or distributor assistance should be sought in case of wrench tightening specifications must be strictly adhered to. Locking devices (ex.: locking disk,lock nut) must be installed or replaced with new ones, where specified. If the efficiency of a lockingdevice is impaired, it must be Manual emphasizes particular information denoted by the wording and symbols:NOTE:Indicates supplementary information needed to fully complete an the mere reading of such information does not eliminate the hazard, your understanding of theinformation will promote its correct use.

4 Always use common shop safety information relates to the preparation and use of Bombardier watercraft and has been utilized safelyand effectively by Bombardier Inc. However, Bombardier Inc. disclaims liability for all damages and/orinjuries resulting from the improper use of the contents. We strongly recommend that any services becarried out and/or verified by a highly skilled professional technician. It is understood that certain modifi-cations may render use of the watercraft illegal under existing federal, provincial and state an instruction which, if not followed, could cause serious personal injury includingpossibility of an instruction which, if not followed, could severely damage watercraft 01 MAINTENANCES ubsection 01 (TABLE OF CONTENTS)TABLE OF CONTENTS0 PERIODIC INSPECTION AND.

5 01-03-1 PROCEDURE .. 01 MAINTENANCES ubsection 02 (PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART)01-02-1 PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART0 NOTE:Servicing period is given in hours. Shaded area shows the maintenance frequency. Every 10 hours in salt water use. These items have to be initially checked after 25 hours. Thereafter, servicing to be made as specifiedin this chart. Daily flushing in salt water or foul water FREQUENCYE very10 hoursEvery25 hoursEvery50 hoursEvery100 hours orseasonallyLubrication/corrosion protection of metallic components Engine ignition timingSpark plug replacementFuel injector cleaningFuel injection sensors verificationThrottle cable, inspection/lubrication Flame arrester inspectionThrottle cable adjustmentRAVE valve cleaningEngine counterbalance shaft oil levelWater flow regulator valve inspectionOil injection pump adjustmentOil filter inspectionOil filter replacementEngine head bolts, retorqueSteering system inspectionReverse system/reverse cable adjustmentFastener tightening (flame arrester support.)

6 Throttle body, engine mount, exhaust system, etc.)Muffler, battery and reservoir fastening devicesFuel/oil lines, check valve and hose inspection, fuel system pressurizationFuel/vent line pressure relief valve inspectionBailer pick up inspectionBattery conditionGround connections (starter, battery, etc.)Monitoring beeperJet pump reservoir oil level/oil conditionJet pump oil replacementJet pump cover pusher inspectionImpeller condition and impeller/wear ring clearance Drive shaft boot/spline condition (both ends) PTO flywheel lubricationFloating ring and boot inspectionWater intake grate condition Hull conditionCooling system flushing 01 MAINTENANCES ubsection 03 (FLUSHING AND LUBRICATION)01-03-1 FLUSHING AND LUBRICATION0 GENERALF lushing the cooling system with fresh water isessential to neutralize corroding effects of salt orother chemical products present in water.

7 It willhelp to clean up sand, salt, shells or other particlesin water jackets (engine, exhaust manifold, tunedpipe) and/or and engine lubrication should be per-formed when the watercraft is not expected to beused further the same day or when the watercraftis stored for any extended jet pump by spraying water in its inlet andoutlet and then spray BOMBARDIER LUBE flush engine, connect a garden hose to the wa-ter outlet located at the rear of the Water outletNOTE:A quick connect adapter is supplied withthe watercraft and can be used to ease gardenhose Quick connect adapter1. Garden hose installed with quick connect adapter-CAUTIONF ailure to flush cooling system, when neces-sary, will severely damage engine and/or ex-haust system.

8 Never flush a hot engine. Makesure engine operates during entire this operation in a well ventilatedarea. Do not touch any electrical parts or jetpump area when engine is remove safety lanyard cap fromswitch to prevent accidental engine startingbefore cleaning the jet pump area. Enginemust not be running for this 01 MAINTENANCES ubsection 03 (FLUSHING AND LUBRICATION)01-03-2 Start the engine then immediately open the the engine about 3 minutes at a fast idlearound 3500 BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant through airintake silencer keeping engine at fast Air intake silencer2. Pull plug3. Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE hereNOTE:Lubrication of engine should be done atleast for 1 the water tap then stop the the garden up any residual water from the spark plug cables and connect them onthe grounding device near the tuned Grounding deviceRemove both spark plugs and spray BOMBAR-DIER LUBE lubricant into each :For the storage period, use Bombardierstorage oil (P/N 413 711 600).

9 Fully apply the throttle lever then depress thestart/stop button to crank the engine a few turnsto distribute the oil onto cylinder anti-seize lubricant on spark plug threadsthen reinstall plug on air intake silencer :Engine fogging should be done wheneverthe watercraft is to be stored for a few days or along period.;WARNINGDo not touch any electrical parts or jet pumparea when engine is flush a hot engine. Always start theengine before opening the water tap. Openwater tap immediately after engine is start-ed to prevent close the water tap before stoppingthe quick connect adapter after flush-ing operation (if used).F01F25A123;WARNINGA lways use spark plug cable grounding de-vice when removing spark leave rags or tools in the engine com-partment or in the 01 MAINTENANCES ubsection 04 (STORAGE)01-04-1 STORAGE0 Engine DrainingDisconnect the water supply hose used to coolthe magneto.

10 It features a quick connect both tabs and pull fitting in order to discon-nect hose is located at the bottom of the magnetocover beside the engine Disconnect this hoseWater should flow out of the fitting (magneto cool-ing circuit) and hose (crankcase heat exchanger).1. Make sure water flows out of fitting and hoseFuel SystemSea-Doo Fuel Stabilizer (P/N 413 408 600) shouldbe added in fuel tank to prevent fuel manufacturer s instructions for proper :Fuel stabilizer should be added prior en-gine System Flushing and Engine Internal LubricationCooling system has to be flushed with fresh wa-ter to prevent salt, sand or dirt accumulationwhich will clog water must be lubricated to prevent corrosion oninternal proper procedure, refer to FLUSHING ANDLUBRICATION SystemJET PUMPL ubricant in impeller shaft reservoir should bedrained.