Section 09
PROPULSION AND DRIVE SYSTEMS
Sub-Section 01
(PROPULSION AND DRIVE SYSTEMS)
09-01-4
Remove reverse gate support (with gate), venturi
and nozzle assembly from impeller housing.
Remove housing cover plug.
Check oil level, it should be at bottom of hole
threads.
If oil level is low, check impeller shaft housing for
leaks. A pressure test must be performed. Refer
to
pump pressurization
in this section.
To check oil condition
, insert a wire through
opening then withdraw. A whitish oil indicates
water contamination.
This may involve defective impeller shaft seal and
/
or O-ring of housing cover. Jet pump unit should
be overhauled to replace seal.
If everything is correct, apply Loctite PST 592 on
plug and reinstall it on cover. Properly reinstall re-
moved parts.
Oil Replacement
Remove parts as described in
Oil Inspection
.
Remove 3 screws retaining cover.
Using a fiber hammer, gently tap cover to release
it from housing cover.
Thoroughly clean reservoir and inside of cover
with a solvent.
Apply Loctite 518 and reinstall cover with its O-
ring. Remove plug from cover.
Pour approximately 90 mL (3 oz) of oil through
hole until oil reaches the bottom of hole threads.
Use SEA-DOO JET PUMP SYNTHETIC OIL (P
/
N
293 600 011) only. Oil will penetrate slowly in
housing, wait a few minutes and readjust oil level.
CAUTION : This is a synthetic oil. Do not
mix with mineral based oil. Do not mix oil
brands.
Apply Loctite PST 592 on plug and reinstall it on
cover.
Properly reinstall removed parts.
JET PUMP REMOVAL
Remove PTO flywheel guard.
Sportster and Speedster
TYPICAL
1. PTO flywheel guard
2. Wing nuts
Challenger Model
1. Flywheel guard
2. Wing nuts
Unfasten
small
clamp on drive shaft boot as fol-
lows
:
– Use pliers (P
/
N 295 000 069).
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Summary of Contents for Challenger 5896
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