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Sea-doo GTX 4-TEC - User Manual

Sea-doo GTX 4-TEC
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Questions and Answers

  • M
    Mary WhiteJul 27, 2025
    What to do if my Sea-doo Boat beeps 4 times every 3 seconds?
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      Maria PetersonJul 27, 2025
      If your Sea-doo Boat emits 4 short beeps every 3 seconds for 4 hours, it means the safety lanyard has been left on its post without starting the engine or after the engine was stopped. To prevent battery discharge, remove the safety lanyard from its post.
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    Michele RobertsAug 2, 2025
    What does it mean when my Sea-doo GTX 4-TEC Boat beeps every 5 minutes?
    • B
      Barry StoutAug 2, 2025
      A beep every 5 minutes on your Sea-doo Boat suggests a low fuel level. Refill the fuel tank. If the problem persists, it may indicate a fuel tank level sensor or circuit malfunction.
  • M
    Miss Charlene HallAug 8, 2025
    Why does my Sea-doo GTX 4-TEC Boat continuously beep?
    • J
      Jamie SpencerAug 9, 2025
      Continuous beeping from your Sea-doo Boat indicates a high engine temperature coolant. Also, it can mean high exhaust temperature.
  • J
    Jonathon TaylorAug 14, 2025
    What does one short and one long beep mean on a Sea-doo GTX 4-TEC?
    • A
      Amanda RomeroAug 14, 2025
      One short beep followed by one long beep on your Sea-doo Boat indicates that the ECM has been mistakenly set to onboard diagnostic mode. Remove and reinstall the safety lanyard to resolve this.
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    erica18Aug 20, 2025
    Why my Sea-doo Boat beeps every 15 minutes?
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      Kathleen WaltersAug 20, 2025
      A beep every 15 minutes on your Sea-doo Boat indicates that the watercraft is upside down. Turn watercraft upright.

Summary

SAFETY INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Sea-Doo personal watercraft and its safety guidelines.

SAFETY CHECK LIST

Essential safety rules and checks for all boaters before operating.

GETTING UNDERWAY

Guidelines on required personal flotation devices, protective clothing, and eyewear.

OPERATION

Collision Avoidance

Tips and rules to prevent collisions with other watercraft and objects.

Safe Riding

Guidelines for responsible and safe operation, speed, and handling.

OPERATING RULES

VEHICLE INFORMATION

IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

Locating Hull Identification Number (HIN) and Engine Identification Number (EIN).

CONTROLS;INSTRUMENTS;EQUIPMENTS

CONTROLS;INSTRUMENTS;EQUIPMENTS FUNCTIONS

Detailed explanations of the functions of each control and instrument.

Safety Lanyard (engine cut-off cord)

How to use and attach the safety lanyard for engine operation and safety.

Information Center Gauge

Multifunction gauge displaying speed, RPM, fuel, and system messages.

LIQUIDS

Fueling Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for safely fueling the watercraft.

Recommended Fuel

Specifications for recommended unleaded gasoline by engine type.

BREAK-IN PERIOD

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Principle of Operation

Explanation of how the propulsion system and watercraft move.

Variable Trim System (VTS) (if so equipped)

How to adjust the VTS for optimal performance and handling.

Boarding the Watercraft

Starting

Shutting Off the Engine

POST-OPERATION CARE

SPECIAL PROCEDURES

Engine Overheating

Procedure to follow if the engine overheats, including checks and cleaning.

Engine Low Oil Pressure

Action to take if the engine oil pressure warning sounds.

Jet Pump Water Intake and Impeller Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning the jet pump intake and impeller.

Capsized Watercraft

Procedure for righting a capsized watercraft and restarting the engine.

Submerged Watercraft

Steps to take if the watercraft becomes submerged.

Water-Flooded Engine

Precautions and procedures for a water-flooded engine.

Fuel-Flooded Engine

Steps to take if the engine is fuel-flooded and won't start.

MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

MAINTENANCE CHART

MAINTENANCE

Engine Oil Change and Oil Filter Replacement

Procedure for changing engine oil and replacing the oil filter.

General Inspection and Cleaning

TRAILERING, STORAGE AND PRESEASON PREPARATION

Preseason Preparation

Preseason Preparation Chart

TROUBLESHOOTING

Monitoring Beeper Coded Signals

Interpreting beeper codes and their possible causes and remedies.

INFORMATION CENTER MESSAGES

Understanding messages displayed on the information center.

ENGINE WILL NOT START

Diagnosing and resolving issues when the engine fails to start.

Engine Misfires, Misinjects, Runs Irregularly

Troubleshooting engine performance issues like misfires and irregular running.

Engine Smoke

Diagnosing causes of engine smoke.

Engine Overheats

Troubleshooting engine overheating issues and cooling system problems.

Engine Pinging or Knocking

Identifying and resolving engine pinging or knocking sounds.

Engine Lacks Acceleration or Power

Troubleshooting causes for reduced acceleration or engine power.

Watercraft Can Not Reach Top Speed

Diagnosing why the watercraft is not reaching its maximum speed.

Abnormal Noise from Propulsion System

Diagnosing and resolving abnormal noises from the propulsion system.

SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE

Technical specifications for the watercraft engine.

FUEL SYSTEM

Fuel type, octane requirements, and injection system details.

PROPULSION

Details on propulsion system, jet pump, transmission, and O.P.A.S.

WARRANTY

Sea-doo GTX 4-TEC Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerSea-Doo
ModelGTX 4-TEC
CategoryPersonal Watercraft
Displacement1494 cc
Horsepower155 hp
Fuel TypeGasoline
Seating Capacity3
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Engine Type4-stroke
Fuel Capacity15.9 gallons
Width48 in

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