Sea-doo GTI California 6116 User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Christopher SmithJul 31, 2025
Why my Sea-doo GTI California 6116 engine will not start?
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  Dana KirbyAug 1, 2025
  If your Sea-doo Boat engine won't start, it could be due to several reasons: * The DESS operation might be non-functional. * The safety lanyard could be incorrect. * The safety lanyard switch might be faulty, disconnected, or have a damaged harness. * A fuse on the MPEM or in the rear electrical box might be burnt. To resolve this, check the wiring and replace any burnt fuses. Ensure you are using the correct safety lanyard programmed for your watercraft. If you don't hear 2 short beeps when installing the safety lanyard, refer to the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM and ENGINE MANAGEMENT sections.
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Kevin WuAug 5, 2025
What to do if my Sea-doo GTI California 6116 engine is hard to start?
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  Elizabeth MartinezAug 5, 2025
  If your Sea-doo Boat engine is hard to start, it could be due to water or contamination in the fuel reservoir. Another cause may be a mechanical engine failure. To address this, flush the reservoir and refill it with fresh gas. Also, check the cylinder compression.
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William EllisonAug 11, 2025
How to fix Sea-doo GTI California 6116 engine that misfires and runs irregularly?
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  harrelltaylorAug 11, 2025
  If your Sea-doo Boat engine misfires or runs irregularly, it could be due to fouled, defective, or worn spark plugs. Another potential cause is a faulty MPEM. To fix this, check the spark plugs, verifying their heat range and gap, and replace them if necessary. For a faulty MPEM, refer to the ELECTRICAL SYSTEM or ENGINE MANAGEMENT sections on RFI and DI models.
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Matthew BrownAug 15, 2025
Why does my Sea-doo GTI California 6116 engine continually backfire?
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  Edwin ClarkAug 15, 2025
  If your Sea-doo Boat engine is continually backfiring, it could be due to a weak spark or reversed ignition coil leads or wiring. To address this, clean or replace the spark plugs if they are weak. Also, check the ignition coil wiring against the wiring diagram to ensure it's correctly connected.
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susanrodriguezAug 20, 2025
What causes Sea-doo Boat engine detonation or pinging?
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  Joseph DuncanAug 20, 2025
  If your Sea-doo Boat engine experiences detonation or pinging, it could be due to the timing being too far advanced or the spark plug heat range being too high. It may also be caused by low fuel octane or poor fuel quality. Try checking and resetting the timing, changing to the correct spark plug heat range, and using good quality fuel.
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Matthew SharpAug 26, 2025
What to do if Sea-doo GTI California 6116 Boat engine stops running?
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  anthony52Aug 26, 2025
  If your Sea-doo Boat engine stops running, possible causes include a spark plug heat range that is too high, improper ignition timing (on DI models), or a compression ratio that is too high. Poor oil quality or the engine running out of fuel could also be the culprit. Check and change to the correct spark plug range. Install genuine parts to correct high compression ratios and use proper BOMBARDIER oil.

Sea-doo GTI California 6116 Specifications

General

Brand	Sea-doo
Model	GTI California 6116
Category	Boat
Language	English

Summary

Service Tools and Products

Mandatory Service Tools

Lists essential tools required for servicing.

Optional Service Tools

Details supplementary tools for specialized maintenance tasks.

Service Products

Lists lubricants, sealants, and cleaning agents used in service.

Maintenance

Periodic Inspection Chart

Provides a comprehensive schedule for regular maintenance inspections and checks.

Flushing and Lubrication

Explains procedures for flushing the cooling system and internal lubrication.

Water-Flooded Engine

Outlines the steps for servicing an engine that has been exposed to water.

Storage

Covers the procedures for preparing the watercraft for storage.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Chart

Guides users through diagnosing and resolving common operational problems.

Engine

Leak Test

Details methods for performing pressure tests to identify leaks in the engine's sealed systems.

Removal and Installation

Provides instructions for removing and reinstalling the engine from the watercraft.

Magneto System

Explains the components and procedures for servicing the magneto system.

Top End

Covers the disassembly, inspection, and assembly of the engine's top end components.

Bottom End

Details procedures for the disassembly, inspection, and assembly of the engine's bottom end components.

Rotary Valve

Explains the operation, inspection, disassembly, and assembly of the rotary valve system.

Exhaust System

Covers the removal, repair, and installation procedures for the exhaust system components.

Engine Management (RFI)

Overview

Provides a general overview of the Rotax Fuel Injection (RFI) system.

Diagnostic Procedures

Outlines diagnostic procedures using the MPEM programmer for RFI system issues.

Component Inspection

Details inspection and testing procedures for RFI engine management components.

Troubleshooting Summary

Summarizes common engine problems, causes, and recommended solutions for RFI models.

Adjustment

Explains adjustments for throttle cable, TPS, and idle speed on RFI models.

Removal and Installation

Provides procedures for removing and installing MPEM, sensors, and fuel system components.

Engine Management (DI)

Overview

Introduces the Orbital Combustion Process (OCP) and Direct Injection system.

Component Inspection and Adjustment

Covers inspection and adjustment of DI system components including fuel, electrical, and sensors.

Diagnostic Procedures

Details diagnostic procedures for DI systems using VCK and fault code interpretation.

Cooling System

Circuit, Components and Care

Describes the cooling system circuit, components, and their care.

Fuel System

Fuel Circuit

Illustrates the components and connections of the fuel circuit for various models.

Air Intake

Covers the removal and installation procedures for the air intake system components.

Carburetor

Provides procedures for carburetor removal, cleaning, inspection, disassembly, assembly, installation, and adjustments.

Lubrication System

Oil Injection System

Provides an overview and diagrams of the oil injection system for various models.

Oil Injection Pump

Details identification, removal, disassembly, cleaning, assembly, adjustment, and operation checking of the oil injection pump.

Electrical System

Ignition System

Covers ignition system components like magneto, trigger coil, ignition coil, MPEM, and timing.

Charging System

Explains the charging system, including magneto, rectifier/regulator, battery, and fuse testing.

Starting System

Details starter removal, disassembly, assembly, installation, and troubleshooting procedures.

Instruments and Accessories

Covers the information center, sensors, gauges, and related functions.

Digitally Encoded Security System (DESS)

Explains the DESS system, its components, and self-diagnostic modes for anti-start protection.

Propulsion System

Jet Pump

Covers the complete procedure for jet pump removal, disassembly, inspection, and assembly.

Drive System

Details the components and procedures for servicing the drive system.

Reverse System

Explains disassembly, inspection, assembly, and adjustment of the reverse system.

Variable Trim System

Covers the components and adjustment procedures for the variable trim system.

Steering System

Covers the general disassembly and assembly of the steering system components.

Off-Power Assisted Steering System (O.P.A.S.)

Details the O.P.A.S. system, including side vanes and cylinder support.

Alignment

Provides procedures for steering alignment adjustment.

Suspension

Direct Action Suspension

Covers the removal, inspection, and assembly of the direct action suspension shock absorber.

Hull/Body

Adjustment and Repair

Details procedures for various adjustments and repairs to the hull and body components.

Technical Data

GTI and GTI LE Models

Provides detailed technical specifications for GTI and GTI LE engine and dimensions.

GTX RFI Model

Lists technical specifications for GTX RFI engine, electrical, fuel, and cooling systems.

XP Model

Provides technical specifications for XP model, including engine, electrical, and carburetor details.

RX DI Model

Details technical specifications for RX DI models, covering engine, electrical, and fuel systems.

LRV DI Model

Lists technical specifications for LRV DI models, including engine, electrical, and cooling systems.

GTX and RX Models

Provides comparative technical data for GTX and RX models, covering propulsion, dimensions, and capacities.

Wiring Diagrams

Includes wiring diagrams, color codes, and connector information for electrical system troubleshooting.

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Sea-doo GTI California 6116 User Manual

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Sea-doo GTI California 6116 Specifications

Summary

Service Tools and Products

Mandatory Service Tools

Optional Service Tools

Service Products

Maintenance

Periodic Inspection Chart

Flushing and Lubrication

Water-Flooded Engine

Storage

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Chart

Engine

Leak Test

Removal and Installation

Magneto System

Top End

Bottom End

Rotary Valve

Exhaust System

Engine Management (RFI)

Overview

Diagnostic Procedures

Component Inspection

Troubleshooting Summary

Adjustment

Removal and Installation

Engine Management (DI)

Overview

Component Inspection and Adjustment

Diagnostic Procedures

Cooling System

Circuit, Components and Care

Fuel System

Fuel Circuit

Air Intake

Carburetor

Lubrication System

Oil Injection System

Oil Injection Pump

Electrical System

Ignition System

Charging System

Starting System

Instruments and Accessories

Digitally Encoded Security System (DESS)

Propulsion System

Jet Pump

Drive System

Reverse System

Variable Trim System

Steering System

Steering System

Off-Power Assisted Steering System (O.P.A.S.)

Alignment

Suspension

Direct Action Suspension

Hull/Body

Adjustment and Repair

Technical Data

GTI and GTI LE Models

GTX RFI Model

XP Model

RX DI Model

LRV DI Model

GTX and RX Models

Wiring Diagrams

Wiring Diagrams

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