Fuel pump screen cleaning, Throttle shaft spring inspection, Engine lubrication system – Kawasaki STX-15F User Manual

Page 36: Engine oil change

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2-12 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Periodic Maintenance Procedures

The fuel vent check valve [C] must be mounted so that
the arrow [D] on its case is pointing toward the fuel tank.

Fuel Pump Screen Cleaning

Remove the fuel pump (see Fuel System chapter).

Wash the fuel pump screen [A] in non-flammable of high
-flash point solvent. Use a brush to remove any contami-
nants trapped in the screens.

WARNING

Clean the fuel pump screen in a well-ventilated
area, and take ample care that there are no sparks
or flame anywhere near the working area; this
includes any appliance with a pilot light. Do not
use gasoline or a low flash-point solvent. A fire or
explosion could result.

Throttle Shaft Spring Inspection

Remove the seat (see Hull/Engine Hood chapter).

Check the throttle shaft spring [A] by pulling the throttle
lever.
If the springs are damaged or weak, replace the throttle
body.

Engine Lubrication System

Engine Oil Change

Level the watercraft port to starboard as well as fore to
aft.

Level Ground [A]
Side Bumper [B]
Parallel [C]

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