Kawasaki STX-15F Engine Lubrication System, Fuel Pump Screen Cleaning, Engine Oil Change

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).

•Checklever. the throttle shaft spring [A] by pulling the throttle If the springs are damaged or weak, replace the throttle

body.

Engine Lubrication System

Engine Oil Change

•Levelaft. the watercraft port to starboard as well as fore to

Level Ground [A]

Side Bumper [B]

Parallel [C]