SeaDoo GTI - Page 355

Section 07 ENGINE MANAGEMENT (DI)
Subsection 02 (COMPONENT INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT)
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F12R05A
1. O-ring on top of cylinder sleeve
Ensure to position screw from the bottom up as
shown. Torque nut to 2.7 N•m(24lbf•in).
F12D0BA
2.7 Nm
(24 lbfin)
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1. Screw from bottom up
CAUTION: Failure to properly position screw
head will lead piston to hit it.
If pressure is still low then continue with BOTTOM
END. Otherwise, remove components again. In-
stall a new gasket, new O-ring, compressor head
and cover. Apply synthetic grease below screw
head and Loctite 243 on threads. Install screws
andtorqueto5N•m(44lbf•in), then retorque to
11 N•m(97lbf•in).
Bottom End
To gain access to piston, rings and connecting rod,
engine PTO flywheel must be removed. Refer to
ENGINE section.
Remove engine support and slightly lift engine to
allow access. Block engine in this position.
Remove top end as explained above.
Remove access plug of air compressor connecting
rod.
Remove connecting rod retaining screw.
Asapuller,useaM7x1.0x50mmscrewto
release connecting rod “crankpin”.
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F12R06A
1. UseaM7x1.0x50mmscrewasapuller
Push piston upward with or without the cylinder
sleeve.
Remove rubber plug then push piston pin end to
remove from connecting rod.
Inspection
Clean all parts in a solvent and visually inspect for
corrosion damage.
Clean piston ring grooves with a groove cleaner
tool, or a piece of broken ring.
Check bearings and terminals for wear and heat
discoloration. Check connecting rod for straight-
ness. Replace damaged components.
Inspect piston for damage. Light scratches can be
sanded with a fine sandpaper.
Ifyoufindaluminumdustordebrisinthisarea,
some may have traveled toward the injection oil
reservoir. In this case, the oil reservoir and lines
must be flushed and the filter replaced.
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