Kawasaki STX-15F Periodic Maintenance Procedures Pump and Impeller, Steering, Impeller Inspection

2-22 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Periodic Maintenance Procedures

Pump and Impeller

Impeller Inspection

•Examine the impeller. [A]

If there is pitting, deep scratches, nicks or other damage, replace the impeller.

NOTE

○Minor nicks and gouges in the impeller blades can be removed with abrasive paper or careful filing. Smooth leading edges are especially important to avoid cavita- tion.

Steering

Steering Cable/Shift Cable Inspection

•Examine the steering cable or shift cable.

If each cables or cable housings are kinked or frayed, replace the cables.

If the each seal [A] at either end of each cable is damaged in any way, replace the cables.

•Be certain that each cable moves freely in both directions.

•Disconnect the cable joints at each end of each cable. ○Take out the cable joint bolt or ball joint and disconnect

the cable joint.

CAUTION

Never lay the watercraft on the right side. Water in the exhaust system may drain back into the engine causing serious damage.

○Slide the inner cable back [A] and forth [B] in each cable housings.

If each cable does not move freely, replace it.

Handlebar Pivot Lubrication

•Check the bushings for damage and wear.

If the bushings are damaged or worn, replace them.

•Grease:Bushings [A]