JET SKI Watercraft
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 Quick Reference Guide
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 JET SKI Watercraft
 List of Abbreviations
 Exhaust Emission Control System
Fuel Information
Emission Control Information
 Foreword
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 General Information
 Smart Learning Operation mode SLO JT1500-A2 model ∼
 Kawasaki Diagnostic System KDS Software
Adjustments
Before Servicing
Auxiliary Cooling
 General Information
 Solvent
Battery Ground
Edges of Parts
 Cleaning Watercraft before Disassembly
Arrangement and Cleaning of Removed Parts
Replacement Parts
Storage of Removed Parts
 Assembly Order Tightening Sequence
Tightening Torque
Force
Gasket, O-ring
 Liquid Gasket, Locking Agent
Press
Ball Bearing
Oil Seal, Grease Seal
 Circlips, Cotter Pins
Electrical Wires
Lubrication
Direction of Engine Rotation
 Model Identification
 General Specifications
 Electrical Equipment
Items JT1500-A1 ∼ A2
Engine Oil
 Units of Volume Units of Pressure
Units of Force Units of Power
Unit Conversion Table Prefixes for Units Units of Length
Units of Mass
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 Periodic Maintenance
 Periodic Maintenance Chart
 Engine Lubrication System
Torque and Locking Agent
Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m Ft·lb Fuel System
 Engine Top End
Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m
Exhaust System
 Engine Removal/Installation
Engine Bottom End
Cooling and Bilge Systems
Pump and Impeller
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m Ft·lb
Steering
Hull/Engine Hood
Electrical System
 General Fasteners stainless bolt and nut
Threads dia. mm Torque Kgf·m Ft·lb
 Specifications
Standard Service Limit Fuel System
 Special Tools and Sealant
 Throttle Control System Inspection
Periodic Maintenance Procedures Fuel System
Air Filter Drain Caps Inspection and Cleaning
 Fuel Vent Check Valve Inspection
Periodic Maintenance Procedures
Air Filter Inspection and Cleaning
 Fuel Pump Screen Cleaning
Engine Lubrication System
Throttle Shaft Spring Inspection
Engine Oil Change
 Dry
 Oil Filter Replace
 Valve Clearance Inspection
Periodic Maintenance Procedures Engine Top End
Air Suction Valve Inspection
 Periodic Maintenance
 Inlet Valve Clearance Adjustment Chart
 Exhaust Valve Clearance Adjustment Chart
 Engine Bottom End
Cooling and Bilge Systems
Engine Mounting Bolts Inspection and Tightness
Coupling Damper Inspection
 Periodic Maintenance
 Bilge System Flushing
 Periodic Maintenance Procedures Pump and Impeller
Steering
Impeller Inspection
Steering Cable/Shift Cable Inspection
 Battery Charging Condition Inspection
Battery Terminals Inspection
Hull/Engine Hood
Electrical System
 Spark Plug Cleaning and Inspection
Lubrication
 Steering Cable Ball Joint a at Steering Shaft
 Lubricate the following with a penetrating rust inhibitor B
 Nut, Bolt and Fastener to be checked
Nuts, Bolts, and Fasteners Tightness Inspection
Hose and Hose Connect Inspection
 JT1500-A2 ∼
 Rubber Strap Inspection
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 Fuel System DFI
 Fuel System DFI
 Fuel System Diagram
 Exploded View
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m Ft·lb
 Fuel System DFI
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m
 Fuel System DFI
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m Ft·lb
 Standard
Digital Fuel Injection System
 Fuel System DFI
 Special Tools and Sealant
 DFI Parts Location
 Fuel System DFI
 Dummy
 DFI System
 Part Name
 Terminal Numbers of ECU Connectors
Terminal Names
 DFI Servicing Precautions
 For JT1500-A2 ∼
 Silicone Sealant Kawasaki Bond 56019-120 -Seals Connector
 Self-Diagnosis Self-diagnosis Outline
User Mode
Dealer Mode
 Self-Diagnosis Service Code Character Table
Possible Problems Fail-Safe Function
Displayed on
JT1500-A1
 Memory of Service Code Character
Self-Diagnosis
 Troubleshooting the DFI System Sample Diagnosis Sheet
Watercraft conditions when problem occurred
 Troubleshooting the DFI System
 Throttle Sensor Service Code/Character-11/tPS
Throttle Sensor Removal/Adjustment
 Be sure the battery is fully charged
Input Voltage Inspection
 Input Voltage at ECU Standard 4.75 ∼ 5.25 V DC
 Output Voltage Inspection
 Resistance Inspection
 ECU Joint Connector E Throttle Sensor
 Inlet Air Pressure Sensor Removal
Inlet Air Pressure Sensor Service Code/Character-12/bOSt
Inlet Air Pressure Sensor Installation
 Input Voltage at Sensor Connector Standard 4.75 ∼ 5.25 V DC
 Joint Connector E Inlet Air Pressure Sensor
 Inlet Air Temperature Sensor Service Code/Character-13/AIrt
Inlet Air Temperature Removal/Installation
 Sensor Resistance Inspection
 Fuel System DFI
 Water Temperature Sensor Service Code/Character-14/AqUt
Water Temperature Sensor Removal/Installation
 Output Voltage at ECU Standard about 3 ∼ 4 V at 20C 68F
 ECU Joint Connector E Water Temperature Sensor
 Crankshaft Sensor Inspection
Crankshaft Sensor Service Code/Character-21/CrAg
Crankshaft Sensor Removal/Installation
 Camshaft Position Sensor Inspection
Camshaft Position Sensor Service Code/Character-23/CAAg
Camshaft Position Sensor Removal/Installation
 Vehicle-down Sensor Removal
Vehicle-down Sensor Service Code/Character-31/dOS
Vehicle-down Sensor Installation
 Vehicle-down Sensor Inspection
 Fuel System DFI
 Fuel Injector Installation
Fuel Injector Removal
 Injector Signal Test
Audible Inspection
 Injector Resistance Inspection
Injector Unit Test
 Injector Voltage Inspection
 Injector Fuel Line Inspection
 ECU
 Ignition Coils Service Code/Character-51, 52/COL1, COL2
Ignition Coil Removal/Installation
 Fuel System DFI
 Engine Overheating Service Code/Character-71/HEAt
Possible Causes Action Chapter
 Low Engine Oil Pressure Service Code/Character-72/OILP
 Oil Temperature Sensor Removal/Installation
 Sensor Resistance Inspection
 Engine Oil Overheating Service Code/Character-76/OILH
JT1500-A2 model ∼
 ECU Removal
ECU Installation
ECU Power Supply Inspection
 ECU connector B in this chapter figure
 ECU Power Source Circuit
 DFI Power Source
Relay Assembly Removal
Relay Assembly Inspection
Main Fuse Inspection
 Relay Coil Terminals 6 Relay Switch Terminals 5
Fuel Pump Relay
 Throttle Cable Adjustment
Throttle Case Removal/Disassembly
Throttle Lever, Cable and Case
Free Play Inspection
 Throttle Case Assembly/Installation
 Throttle Cable Removal
 Throttle Cable Installation
 Throttle Case and Cable Lubrication
Throttle Cable Inspection
 Air Filter Removal
Air Filter Installation
Air Filter
 Air Filter Disassembly
Air Filter Assembly
 Throttle Body Assy
 ISC Idle Speed Controller Removal/Installation
ISC Idle Speed Controller Inspection
 ISC Resistance Inspection
ISC a
 Inlet Manifold
Inlet Manifold Removal
 Inlet Manifold Installation
 Fuel System DFI
 Fuel Line
Fuel Pressure Inspection
 Fuel Flow Rate Inspection
 Amount of Fuel Flow Standard 67 mL or more for 3 seconds
 Fuel Vent Check Valve
Fuel Vent Check Valve Mounting
 Fuel Filter
Fuel Filter Removal
 Fuel Filter Installation
 JT1500-A2 ∼ model
Fuel Pump
Fuel Pump Removal
 Fuel Pump Installation
Power Source Voltage Inspection
 Operating Voltage Inspection
 Fuel Pump Relay Removal
Fuel Pump Relay Inspection
 Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Removal
 Fuel Tank Installation
Fuel Tank Cleaning
 Fuel Filler and Tube Installation
Fuel Filler and Tube Removal
 Engine Lubrication System
 Exploded View
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m Ft·lb
 Engine Oil Flow Chart
 Passage
 Oil Pressure Measurement
 Special Tool and Sealant
 Preliminary Check
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Oil Level Inspection
 Ordinary standard Check
 Oil Filter Replacement
 Oil Cooler Removal
Oil Cooler Installation
Oil Cooler
 Oil Cooler Disassembly
Oil Cooler Assembly
 Oil Cooler Inspection
 Breather Case Installation
Breather Case and Oil Separator Tank
Breather Case Removal
Oil Separator Tank Removal
 Oil Separator Tank Installation
Blowby Gas System Inspection
 Oil Pan Removal
Oil Pan Installation
Oil Pan
 Oil Pump Sprocket Removal
Oil Pump Sprocket Installation
Oil Pump Sprocket, Oil Pump and Oil Pressure Relief Valve
 Oil Pump Installation
Oil Pump Removal
 Oil Screen Removal
Oil Screen Installation
Oil Pump Inspection
 Oil Pressure Relief Valve Inspection
Oil Pump Sprocket Chain Removal
 Oil Pressure Measurement
Oil Pressure Measurement
 Engine Lubrication System
 Oil Pressure Switch Installation
Oil Pressure Switch
Oil Pressure Switch Removal
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 Exhaust System
 Exploded View
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m
 Exhaust Manifold
Exhaust Manifold Removal
 Exhaust Manifold Installation
 Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection
 Exhaust Pipe Removal
Exhaust Pipe Installation
Exhaust Pipe
 Exhaust Pipe Cleaning and Inspection
 Water Box Muffler Removal
Water Box Muffler Installation
Water Box Muffler
 Water Box Muffler Inspection
 Engine Top End
 Exploded View
 Engine TOP END
Fastener
 Engine TOP END
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m
 Valves
Standard Service Limit Camshafts
Cylinder Head
 Standard Service Limit
Cylinder, Piston
 Special Tools and Sealant
 Engine TOP END
 Engine TOP END
 Clean Air System
Air Suction Valve Installation
Clean Air System Hose Inspection
Air Suction Valve Removal
 Cylinder Head Cover Removal
Cylinder Head Cover Installation
Cylinder Head Cover
 Camshaft Chain Tensioner Removal
Camshaft Chain Tensioner Installation
Camshaft Chain Tensioner
 Camshaft, Camshaft Chain
Camshaft Removal
 Camshaft Installation
 Piston TDC Finding
 Special Tool TDC Measurement Tool
 Camshaft, Camshaft Cap Wear
Camshaft Runout
 Camshaft Chain Removal
 Cylinder Head
Cylinder Compression Measurement
 Cylinder Head Removal
 Cylinder Head Installation
 Cylinder Head Warp
 Valve Installation
Valves
Valve Clearance Check
Valve Removal
 Valve Guide Installation
Valve-to-Guide Clearance Measurement Wobble Method
 Valve Seat Inspection
Valve Seat Repair
 Marks Stamped on the Cutter
Operating Procedures
Seat Cutter Operation Care
 Engine TOP END
 Engine TOP END
 Engine TOP END
 Piston Removal
Cylinder, Pistons
Cylinder Removal
 Piston/Cylinder Installation
Oil ring rails have no top or bottom
 With the Hand
With the Special Tools
 Cylinder Wear
Piston Wear
Piston Ring, Piston Ring Groove Wear
Piston Ring Groove Width
 Piston Ring Thickness
Piston Ring End Gap
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 Engine Removal/Installation
 Exploded View
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m
 Engine Removal/Installation
Engine Removal
 Engine Damper Removal
 Engine Damper Installation
Engine Installation
 Engine Bottom End
 Exploded View
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m
 Standard Service Limit Crankshaft, Connecting Rods
Connecting Rod Big End Bearing Insert Selection
 Crankshaft Main Journal Diameter 40.984 ∼ 41.000 mm 40.96 mm
 Special Tools and Sealant
 Kawasaki Bond Liquid Gasket Black
 Coupling
Coupling/Output Shaft Removal
 Coupling/Output Shaft Installation
 Output Cover Oil Seal Replacement
 Magneto Cover Bearing Replacement
Oil Seal Inspection
Ball Bearing Lubrication
Ball Bearing Inspection
 Magneto Flywheel Removal
Magneto Flywheel Installation
Magneto Flywheel
 InstallMagneto Cover see Coupling/Output Shaft Installation
 Stator Removal
Stator Installation
Stator
 Crankcase Splitting
Crankcase Splitting
 Crankcase Assembly
 Following the sequence numbers, tighten the M8 bolts
 Crankshaft Removal
Crankshaft and Connecting Rods
Crankshaft Installation
 Connecting Rod Removal
Connecting Rod Installation
 Engine Bottom END
 Connecting Rod Bend
Be careful not to overtighten the nuts
 Connecting Rod Big End Bearing Insert/Crankpin Wear
Connecting Rod Twist
Connecting Rod Big End Side Clearance
 92139-3709
 Crankshaft Main Bearing Insert/Journal Wear
 Marking Position
 Crankshaft Side Clearance
Crankshaft Runout
Measure the crankshaft runout
Crankshaft
 Cooling and Bilge Systems
 Exploded View
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m
 Breather Installation
Breather Cleaning and Inspection
Bilge System
Breather Removal
 Filter Installation
Filter Cleaning and Inspection
 Hose Installation
Cooling and Bilge System Hoses
Hose Removal
Hose Inspection
 Cooling and Bilge System Flushing
 Cooling and Bilge System Flow Diagram
 Cooling and Bilge Systems
 Water Pipe Removal
Water Pipe Installation
Water Pipe
 Summary Procedures after Submerging
After Submerging
 Cooling and Bilge Systems
 Detailed Procedures after Submerging
 Cooling and Bilge Systems
 Cooling and Bilge Systems
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 Drive System
 Exploded View
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m
 Specification
Standard Service Limit Drive Shaft
 Drive System
 Drive Shaft/Drive Shaft Holder
Drive Shaft Removal/Installation
Drive Shaft Holder Removal/Disassembly
 Drive Shaft Holder Assembly/Installation
 Drive Shaft Runout
 Pump and Impeller
 Exploded View
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m
 Standard Service Limit Jet Pump
 Pump and Impeller
 Pump Removal
 Pump Installation
 Torque Pump Mounting Bolts 36 N·m 3.7 kgf·m, 27 ft·lb
 Pump Disassembly
 Special Tool Oil Seal & Bearing Remover 57001-1058 a
 Pump Assembly
JT1500-A1,A2 ∼
 Special Tool Bearing Driver Set
 Pump and Impeller
 JT1500-A1, A2 ∼
 Water Filter Cover Removal/Installation
Impeller Outside Diameter Measurement
Pump Inspection
Impeller Clearance
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 Steering
 Exploded View
 36 ∼
 Special Tool and Sealant
 Steering Cable Removal
Steering Cable Adjustment
Steering Cable
 Special Tool Box Wrench
 Steering Cable Lubrication
Steering Cable Installation
Steering Cable Inspection
 Handlebar
Handlebar Removal
 Handlebar Installation
 Steering
 Steering Removal
 Steering
 Steering
 Steering Installation
 Torque the steering shaft locknut a
 Steering
 Shift Cable Removal
Shift Cable Adjustment
Reverse System
 Steering
 Shift Cable Lubrication
Shift Cable Installation
Shift Cable Inspection
 Reverse Bucket Removal/Installation
Shift Lever Shaft Removal/Installation
 Hull/Engine Hood
 Exploded View
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m
 HULL/ENGINE Hood
 HULL/ENGINE Hood
 Seat Installation
Fittings
Seat Removal
Front Storage Compartment Cover Removal
 Front Storage Compartment Cover Disassembly
 Front Storage Compartment Cover Assembly
 Mirror Stay Removal
Mirror Installation
Mirror Removal
 Mirror Stay Installation
 Front Storage Pocket Installation
Storage Pocket Disassembly/Assembly
Front Storage Pocket Removal
Crossmember Removal
 Crossmember Installation
 Handrail Installation
Drain Plug Housing Removal
Drain Plug Housing Installation
Exhaust Outlet Installation
 Stabilizer Installation
Reboarding Step Installation
Stabilizer Removal
Reboarding Step Removal
 Hull Replacement
 Rubber Parts
Rubber Parts Location
 HULL/ENGINE Hood
 Rivet Installation
Front Bumper Installation
Rear Bumper Installation
Rivet Removal
 Side Bumper Installation
Side Bumper Removal
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 Electrical System
 Electrical System
 Parts Location
 Electrical System
 Electrical System
 Exploded View
 30 ∼ 40 in·lb Starter Cable Mounting Nuts
 Electrical System
 Fastener Torque Remarks Kgf·m
 Electrical System
 Electrical System
 Wiring Diagram
 Electrical System
 JT1500-A2 ∼
 Electrical System
 Standard Service Limit Battery
Electric Starter System
Charging System
Ignition System
 Electrical System
 Precautions
 Electrical Connectors Female Connectors a Male Connectors B
 Electrical Wiring
Wiring Inspection
 Battery
Installation
Removal
Electrolyte Filling
 Electrical System
 Precautions
Initial Charge
 Refreshing Charge
Interchange
Charging Condition Inspection
 Electrical System
 Starter Relay Installation
Electric Starter System
Starter Relay Removal
Starter Relay Inspection
 Starter Motor Installation
Starter Motor Removal
 Starter Motor Disassembly
Starter Motor Assembly
 Commutator Cleaning and Inspection
Brush Inspection
 Brush Plate and Terminal Bolt Inspection
Armature Inspection
Brush Lead Inspection
 Reduction Gear Removal/Installation
Reduction Gear Inspection
 Electrical System
 Magneto Output Voltage
Regulator/Rectifier Removal/Installation
Charging System
 Regulator/Rectifier Inspection
Regulator Inspection
 Charging System Circuit
 Electrical System
 Crankshaft Sensor Removal
Crankshaft Sensor Installation
Ignition System
 Timing Rotor Installation
Timing Rotor Removal
 Ignition Coil Removal
 Ignition Coil Installation
 Measuring coil resistance
Ignition Coil Inspection
Measuring arcing distance
 Measuring spark plug lead resistance
Camshaft Position Sensor Installation
Camshaft Position Sensor Removal
 Igniter Removal/Installation
Igniter Inspection
 Ignition Coil Primary Peak Voltage Standard 250 V or more
 Crankshaft Sensor Peak Voltage Check
Camshaft Position Sensor Peak Voltage Inspection
 Spark Plug Installation
Spark Plug Adjustment
Spark Plug Cleaning
Spark Plug Removal
 Ignition System Circuit
 Electrical System
 Steering Position Sensor and Magnet Removal
Steering Position Sensor and Magnet Installation
Kawasaki Smart Steering System
 Inspection of Kawasaki Smart Steering System
Steering Position Sensor Clearance
 Steering Position Sensor Input Voltage Inspection
 Steering Position Sensor Output Voltage Inspection
 Steering Position Sensor Circuit
 Speed Sensor Inspection
Speed Sensor Removal/Installation
Sensors
 Throttle Sensor Removal/Installation
Fuel Level Sensor Inspection
 Water Temperature Sensor Inspection
Inlet Air Temperature Sensor Inspection
Oil Temperature Sensor Inspection
Throttle Sensor Inspection
 Multifunction Meter
Display Function Inspection
 MODE/SET Button Inspection
 Speedometer Inspection
 Speed Sensor Electric Source Inspection
 Battery Symbol/bAt Characters/LED Inspection
Tachometer Inspection
 Buzzer Inspection
 Electrical System
 Relay Assembly
Circuit Inspection
 Relay Assembly Circuit Inspection with the battery connected
 Switches
Switch Inspection
 Fuse
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 Storage
 Preparation for Storage
Cooling System
Bilge System
Engine Oil
 Engine
 Battery
Do not allow any soda solution to enter the battery
Air Filter
Engine Mounting Bolts
 General
 Removal from Storage
General Inspection
 Test Run
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 Poor Running at Low Speed
Troubleshooting Guide
Engine Doesn’t Start, Starting Difficulty
 Poor Running or No Power at High Speed
 Overheating
Over Cooling
Abnormal Engine Noise
Oil Pressure Warning Light Goes On
 Engine Activates Slow Down Mode
Battery Trouble
Poor Performance through Engine
Runs Properly
 Model Application