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

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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

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Remove the fuel pump (see Fuel System chapter).

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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

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

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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

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

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

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