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SAFETY INFORMATION 9SAFETY CHECK LISTTo fully appreciate the pleasures, en-joyment and excitement of boatingthere are some basic rules that shouldbe o

1001. Engine drain hose (crankcase cooling outlet)Continue to pour until antifreeze flowsin air compressor water outlet hose.1. Air compressor water o

101Anticorrosion TreatmentWipe off any residual water in the en-gine compartment.Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricantor equivalent over metallic compo-nent

102Preseason Preparation ChartNOTE: It is highly recommended that an authorized SEA-DOO dealer perform theannual safety inspection and factory campaig

103TROUBLESHOOTINGThe following chart is provided to help in diagnosing the probable source of simpletroubles. You may be able to solve many of these

104Engine Will Not StartOTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDYEngine does not turn over.• Safety lanyard removed.Install cap over post.• Burnt fuse o

105Engine Misfires, Runs IrregularlyEngine OverheatsEngine Continually BackfiresEngine Pinging or KnockingOTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDYWeak

106Engine Lacks Acceleration or PowerWatercraft Engine Cannot Run Above Idle SpeedWatercraft Can Not Reach Top SpeedAbnormal Noise From Propulsion Sys

107SPECIFICATIONSMODELSGTI, GTI LE(6133/6134/6135/6136)GTI RFI, GTI LE RFI (6137/6138/6139/6140)ENGINEEngine type Rotax® 717, 2-stroke Rotax® 787 RFI,

108N.A.: Not applicable➀ Refer to load limitBOMBARDIER INC. reserves the right to make changes in design and specifica-tions and/or to make additions

109MODELXP DI(6151/6152)ENGINEEngine type Rotax 947 DI, 2-strokeInduction type Reed valveExhaust system Water cooled/water injected with regulatorExha

10 SAFETY INFORMATIONGETTING UNDERWAYTo Wearq The operator and passenger(s) mustwear a Coast Guard approved Per-sonal Flotation Device (PFD) that issu

110N.A.: Not applicable➀ Refer to load limit.BOMBARDIER INC. reserves the right to make changes in design and specifica-tions and/or to make additions

111SI* METRIC INFORMATION* The international system of units abbreviates SI in all languages.➀ To obtain the reverse sequence, divide by the given fac

112ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS MANUALDESCRIPTIONAC Alternate currentAPI American petroleum instituteCARB California air resource boardDC Direct current

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114LIST OF DISTRIBUTORSNORTH AMERICAIf your Sea-Doo watercraft requires warranty service, you should take it to anyauthorized Sea-Doo dealer. Be sure

115BOMBARDIER NORTH AMERICA LIMITED WARRANTY: 2004 SEA-DOO® PERSONAL WATERCRAFT1. SCOPEIn Canada, Bombardier Inc. ("Bombardier"), and in the

1164. WHAT TO DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGEThe customer must notify an authorized servicing Bombardier dealer within two (2) days ofthe appearance of

117Neither the distributor, any Bombardier dealer nor any other person has been authorized tomake any affirmation, representation or warranty regardin

118CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR MODEL-YEAR 2004 SEA-DOO® PERSONAL WATERCRAFT WITH 947 DI ENGINESYour Sea-Doo personal watercraft

119For more information: Cleaner Watercraft - Get the Facts1-800-END-SMOGwww.arb.ca.govYOUR EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONSThe Calif

SAFETY INFORMATION 11Eye protectionF00A12LVest-type personalflotation deviceGlovesWet suit orwet suit bottomFootprotectionsmo2004-002a.book Page 11

120Emission warranty parts that are scheduled for replacement, as required maintenance, arewarranted by Bombardier for the period of time before the f

121BOMBARDIER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY: 2004 SEA-DOO® PERSONAL WATERCRAFT1. SCOPEBombardier Inc. ("Bombardier") warrants its Sea-Doo p

1225. WHAT BOMBARDIER WILL DOBombardier’s obligations under this warranty are limited to, at its sole discretion, repairingparts found defective under

1238. TRANSFERIf the ownership of a product is transferred during the warranty coverage period, this war-ranty shall also be transferred and be valid

124PRIVACY OBLIGATIONS/DISCLAIMERWe wish to inform you that your coordinates will be used for safety and warrantypurposes. Sometimes, we also use the

CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIPIf your address has changed or if you are the new owner of the personal water-craft, be sure to notify Bombardier by either

CHANGE OF ADDRESSNOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.CHANGE OF ADDRESSAFFIXPROPERPOSTAGEBOMBARDIERRECREATIONAL PRODUCTSWARRANTY DEP

CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIPIf your address has changed or if you are the new owner of the personal water-craft, be sure to notify Bombardier by either

CHANGE OF ADDRESSNOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.CHANGE OF ADDRESSAFFIXPROPERPOSTAGEBOMBARDIERRECREATIONAL PRODUCTSWARRANTY DEP

Please verify with your selling dealer to ensure your SEA-DOO watercrafthas been registered with Bombardier.WATERCRAFT MODEL No. HULLIDENTIFICATION NU

12 SAFETY INFORMATIONTo Bringq Always carry the regulatory safetyitems and have them convenientlyon board available for use. Check thelocal regulation

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SAFETY INFORMATION 13OPERATIONCollision Avoidanceq Do not release throttle when tryingto steer away from objects. Youneed throttle to steer.q Always k

14 SAFETY INFORMATIONOperator/Passenger Awarenessq Never turn handlebar while someoneis nearby rear of watercraft. Keepaway from steering moving parts

SAFETY INFORMATION 15OPERATING RULESOperating a watercraft can be com-pared with driving unmarked highwaysand roads. To prevent collisions oravoid oth

16 SAFETY INFORMATIONWATERSKIING SIGNALSFor your information, here are the most commonly used waterskiing signals.SlowerF00A17LFallen skier  Watch ou

SAFETY INFORMATION 17WEB SITESSea-Doo website: www.sea-doo.comCanadian Coast Guard (Office of Boating Safety)www.ccg-gcc.gc.ca/obs-bsn/sbg-gsn/main_e.

18 SAFETY INFORMATIONNOTE: State websites not listed are under development. Web accuracy: March14, 2003. Bombardier makes no representation of endorse

This Operator’s Guide utilizes the following symbols to emphasis particular infor-mation:CAUTION: Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, could

SAFETY INFORMATION 19LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELSThe following labels are on your watercraft. If missing or damaged, they can bereplaced free of c

20 SAFETY INFORMATIONXP DI ModelsTYPICALF08L1UM842793-51106-11smo2004-002a.book Page 20 Thursday, August 21, 2003 2:54 PMwww.SeaDooManuals.net

SAFETY INFORMATION 21Label 1 ACCORDING TO WATERCRAFT MODELF16L0PLsmo2004-002a.book Page 21 Thursday, August 21, 2003 2:54 PMwww.SeaDooManuals.net

22 SAFETY INFORMATIONACCORDING TO WATERCRAFT MODELF08A04Lsmo2004-002a.book Page 22 Thursday, August 21, 2003 2:54 PMwww.SeaDooManuals.net

SAFETY INFORMATION 23Label 2ACCORDING TO WATERCRAFT MODELACCORDING TO WATERCRAFT MODELLabel 3Label 4ACCORDING TO WATERCRAFT MODELACCORDING TO WATERCRA

24 SAFETY INFORMATIONLabel 7SOME MODELSLabel 8Label 9SOME MODELSLabel 10TYPICAL — SOME MODELSLabel 11Label 12SOME MODELSLabel 13SOME MODELSF08G04YF00A

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26REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATIONAll personal watercraft are required by federal law to be registered and legallynumbered.Due to space availability for p

27IDENTIFICATION NUMBERSThe main components of the water-craft (engine and hull) are identified bydifferent serial numbers. It may some-times become n

28947 DI EngineThe Engine Identification Number (E.I.N.)is located on the upper crankcase onMAGNETO side.TYPICAL1. Engine Identification Number (E.I.N

1FOREWORDThe Operator’s Guide has been pre-pared to acquaint the owner/operatoror passenger with this personal water-craft and its various controls, m

29CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENTSNOTE: Some components do not apply or are optional on some models.GTI, GTI LE, GTI RFI and GTI LE RFI ModelsF17L11M24

30GTI and GTI LE ModelsGTI RFI ModelsF17L12M89416123251258113F17L17Lsmo2004-002a.book Page 30 Thursday, August 21, 2003 2:54 PMwww.SeaDooManuals.ne

31GTI LE RFI Models1F17L13M10 941125 3smo2004-002a.book Page 31 Thursday, August 21, 2003 2:54 PMwww.SeaDooManuals.net

32XP DI ModelsTYPICALF08L1WM18392225171640143637251332627-28302415111935243132331541092smo2004-002a.book Page 32 Thursday, August 21, 2003 2:54 PMw

331. Safety Lanyard2. Handlebar 3. Throttle Lever 4. Engine Start/Stop Button5. Variable Trim System (VTS) Button6. Choke Lever7. Shift Lever8. Fuel G

34CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENTS FUNCTIONS1) Safety Lanyard(engine cut-off cord)The safety lanyard cap should be se-curely snapped onto its post to b

35However, the DESS brings a great flex-ibility. You can buy an additional safetylanyard and have it programmed foryour watercraft.The DI models also

36To stop engine, fully release throttle le-ver then depress the start/stop buttonand disconnect safety lanyard from thepost.All Models1. Engine start

37From the forward position, pull the le-ver to reverse. Push back to go to for-ward. Always set in forward when fin-ished. To find the neutral, set i

38Resetting a FunctionTo reset a function (such as the chro-nometer, distance, etc.) press and holdthe SET button for 2 seconds while inthe appropriat

2TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY INFORMATIONINTRODUCTION... 8SAFETY CHECK LIST ...

39Message DisplayThe information center features a dis-play area that blinks a message when-ever one of the following circumstanc-es occurs: • fuel in

40Language OptionWhile in the compass mode (while“SeaDoo” is displayed on modelswithout compass):1. Press and hold for 2 seconds1. Repeatedly press 1.

4112) Fuel Tank ValveCarburetor-Equipped Models1. ON2. OFFA 3-position rotating valve: OFF, ON andRESERVE:OFF: Stop fuel supply to carburetor(s).CAUTI

42XP DI ModelsOpen engine cover and remove storagetray.TYPICAL1. Oil injection reservoir capTo add injection oil in the reservoir, un-screw the cap co

431. Fire extinguisher (sold separately)2. Retaining strapRemoving the storage tray gives ac-cess to the engine, mechanical, elec-trical and fuel/oil

44All Models except XP DITo remove the seat, pull the latch leverupward and hold. Lift and pull the seatrearward.NOTE: It is necessary to remove these

451. Seat extension latch2. Rear grab handle22) Rear Grab HandleProvides a handhold for boarding whenneeded and a handhold for the passen-ger or the s

46All Models25) Mooring CleatsThese cleats can be temporarily usedfor docking, while refueling for exam-ple.CAUTION: Never use mooring cleatsto pull o

4730) Cooling System Bleed OutletAll ModelsTYPICAL1. Bleed outletWhen engine is running, water shouldflow from the outlet. This allows air inengine co

48Tilt the watercraft slightly to the rearso that the water can completely flowout of the bilge.It is suggested to drain bilge on a ramp.CAUTION: Make

312) Fuel Tank Valve... 4113) Fuel Tank Cap ...

4936) FusesAll Models except XP DIFuses are located under seat in bilge.Refer to MAINTENANCE for more de-tails.XP DI ModelsFuses are located in engine

50LIQUIDSAll ModelsCAUTION: Scrupulously follow theinstructions of this section. Failureto do so may reduce the engine’s lifeand/or performance.Fuelin

51CAUTION: On RFI and DI models,never use injector cleaning products.They may contain additive that coulddamage injector components.Recommended OilUse

52BREAK-IN PERIODCAUTION: Scrupulously follow theinstructions of this section. Failureto do so may reduce the engine’s lifeand/or performance.With SEA

53PRE-OPERATION CHECKSSome of the following items may not have been previously covered in this guide,however they will be described in the MAINTENANCE

54HullInspect hull for cracks or damage.Jet Pump Water IntakeRemove weeds, shells, debris or any-thing else that could restrict the flowof water and d

55– Ensure to drain bilge if water is present.BatteryFuel Tank and Oil ReservoirWith the watercraft horizontal, fill thefuel tank to specified level.C

56Storage Compartment Covers and SeatEnsure they are closed and latched.Safety Lanyard and Engine Start/Stop ButtonPosition shift lever in neutral. En

57OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSPrinciple of OperationPropulsionThe engine is directly coupled to adrive shaft which, in turn, rotates animpeller. This impell

581. Shift lever in neutral position1. Reverse gate in middle positionTo obtain reverse, pull shift lever com-pletely. The reverse gate will be in dow

4Engine Compartment ... 55Steering System ...

59Variable Trim System(if so equipped)The variable trim system (VTS) chang-es the angle of the jet pump nozzle toprovide the operator with a fast, eff

60TYPICAL1. Push on arrow pointing downward on VTS button2. Bow down3. Nozzle downSteeringTurning the handlebar pivots the jetpump nozzle which contro

61CAUTION: Combustion engineneeds air to operate; consequentlythis watercraft cannot be totally wa-tertight. Any maneuvers such as fig-ure eights etc.

62CAUTION: Starting the engine orriding the watercraft in shallowerwater might damage the impeller orother jet pump components.A. Maintain at least 90

63StartingPreparationBefore unloading the watercraft fromthe trailer, it can be started for about10 seconds to verify proper operation.Attach the safe

64It may be necessary to reapply the chokeand if necessary, slightly apply throttle tokeep engine running.Warm EngineThe choke does not need to be app

65BeachingCAUTION: It is not recommended torun the watercraft to the beach.Come slowly to the beach and shut offthe engine using the safety lanyard be

66POST-OPERATION CAREGeneral CareRemove the watercraft from the waterevery day to prevent marine organismsgrowth.Should any water be present in the hu

67Flushing and LubricationTo flush cooling system, start the en-gine then immediately open the watertap.CAUTION: Never flush a hot engine.Always start

68GTI AND GTI LE MODELS1. Grounding deviceGTI RFI AND GTI LE RFI MODELS1. Grounding deviceRemove both spark plugs and sprayBOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant o

5MAINTENANCE ... 83Lubrication...

69SPECIAL PROCEDURESMonitoring SystemAll Models except DI ModelsTo assist you when using the water-craft, a system monitors some compo-nent of the wat

70A weed clogged area can be cleanedas follows:In-Water CleaningRock the watercraft several times whilerepeatedly pressing engine start/stopbutton for

71CAUTION: Always refer to decal lo-cated on stern of watercraft.To return the watercraft upright, en-sure the engine is off, grab the inletgrate, ste

72DI ModelsTo prevent fuel to be injected and alsoto cut the ignition at the engine start-ing, proceed as follows.While engine is stopped, fully depre

73DI ModelsTo prevent fuel to be injected and alsoto cut the ignition at the engine start-ing, proceed as follows.While engine is stopped, fully depre

74This will prevent the cooling systemfrom filling which may lead to water be-ing injected into and filling the exhaustsystem. Without the engine runn

75XP DI MODELS1. Hose pincher on water supply hose CAUTION: When finished towing thewatercraft, hose pincher must be re-moved before operating it. Fai

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78Maintenance, replacement, or repairof the emission control devices andsystems may be performed by anymarine SI (spark ignition) engine re-pair estab

79General• Only perform servicing procedureswhich are detailed in this guide. Fur-ther assistance or information canbe obtained from your authorizedSe

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80MAINTENANCE CHARTThe maintenance is very important, if you are not familiar with safe service prac-tices and adjustment procedures, see your authori

81FUEL SYSTEMCarburetor including choke/throttle cables (carburetor-equipped models)IIDThrottle/choke cables(carburetor-equipped models)➀ I CFuel filt

82NOTE: Some items are included in the PRE-OPERATION CHECKS and not nec-essarily repeated in this chart.D: DealerC: Customer➀ Every 10 hours in salt w

83MAINTENANCELubricationUse SEA-DOO synthetic grease orequivalent and lubricate PTO flywheel.Proceed as follows:Remove seat to expose engine com-partm

841. Grease seal carrier of mid bearingAll ModelsAnticorrosion ProtectionThrottle/Choke CablesLubricate the throttle and choke cables(if so equipped)

85Throttle and Choke Cable InspectionThrottle CableDepress and release the throttle lever.It should operate smoothly and returnto its initial position

86VTS Adjustment(if so equipped)Push on arrow pointing upward on VTSbutton until the VTS stops. The nozzleshould be up without interfering withthe ven

87Fuses can be found on the MPEM.There are other fuses in the electricalbox on all models except RFI.MPEMTo access fuses on the MPEM, removeseat. GTI

881. Battery2. MPEM3. Fuel pumpSPR means spare (fuse).XP DI ModelsTo access fuses on the MPEM, openfront storage compartment cover andremove storage t

89All ModelsRemove fuse cover from the MPEM.TYPICAL1. MPEM2. Fuse coverUse the tabs of the fuse cover to re-move and reinstall fuses.1. Fuse cover2. F

8 SAFETY INFORMATIONINTRODUCTIONCongratulations, you are now the proudowner of a Sea-Doo personal water-craft. You have selected one of themost popula

90Properly reinstall removed components.XP DI ModelsTo access fuses in the electrical box,open front storage compartment cover. Remove storage tray.Lo

91O.P.A.S. System(if so equipped)The O.P.A.S. system operation andcondition should be checked by an au-thorized SEA-DOO dealer.General Inspection and

92TRAILERING, STORAGEAND PRESEASON PREPARATIONTrailering Models with O.P.A.S. SystemCAUTION: To avoid damagingO.P.A.S. side vanes, the maximumtrailer

93Launching/LoadingCAUTION: Before launching the wa-tercraft, ensure the bilge plugs arefully screwed. After loading the wa-tercraft, ensure they are

94Water should flow out of the fitting(magneto cooling circuit) and hose(crankcase heat exchanger). TYPICAL1. Fitting 2. HoseReconnect hose when done.

95Propulsion SystemLubricant in jet pump reservoir shouldbe drained and reservoir cleaned. Re-fer to an authorized SEA-DOO dealerfor this operation.Gr

96Hose Pinchers InstallationSome hoses have to be plugged toprevent draining, before filling coolingsystem jackets with the antifreeze.All Models exce

97TYPICAL — GTI, GTI LE, GTI RFI ANDGTI LE RFI MODELS(717 AND 787 RFI ENGINES)1. Engine water outlet hoseHose DisconnectionSome hoses have to be disco

98Install a hose pincher just below T-fitting.TYPICAL1. Hose pincher below T-fittingPour approximately 300 mL (10 oz) ofantifreeze in the water regula

99Hose DisconnectionDisconnect the bottom hose at the wa-ter regulator valve on muffler.1. Disconnect the bottom hose from water regulator valve Tempo