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2003 MSX owner manual
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114 pages, 6.97 Mb
Owner's Manual
for V
ehicle Maintenance
and Safety
Owner's Manual
for V
ehicle Maintenance
and Safety
2003
MSX
2003
MSX
Contents
Main
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WELCOME
TABLE OF CONTENTS
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Do Your Part
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Age Restrictions
Maintenance Requirements
IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
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The collision warning decal is located on the dash of your watercraft.
RIGHTING CAPSIZED BOAT
Informational Decals
Operator Guidelines
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Safe Riding Gear
Overloading the Watercraft
Fire Safety
Weather and Darkness
Protective Apparel
Obstacles and Shallow Water
Turning and Accelerating
Pre-Operation Check
Service and Maintenance
Jet Pump Water Intake Safety
Electrical Shock Hazard
Safe Riding Position
Lifting the Watercraft
Operator Awareness
Operator Fitness
Boating Under the Influence
Vehicle Modifications
Operator Fatigue and Dehydration
Hypothermia
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Engine Components (under seat)
Engine Components
Primary Functions
Accessible Functions
Function Overview
Instrument Operation
Display Warnings
RPM Limiter
Standard Equipment
Accessories
Optional Equipment
EMISSIONS
EPA Emissions Regulations
California Star Labels
EMISSIONS
California Star Labels
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Fuel
Refueling
Oil
Jet Pump Intake
Steering
Throttle
Engine and Storage Compartments
Loose Parts
Seat
Fire Extinguisher
Battery
Hull
Drain Plugs and Bilge
Riding Gear
Switches/Buttons
Principles of Operation
Engine Break-in Procedure
Right-of-way and Give-way
Rule 2
Encountering Vessels
Meeting Vessels
Overtaking Vessels
Crossing Paths
Non-Motorized Craft
Fishing Vessel Right-of-Way
Avoid Collisions
Reading Buoys and Markers
Launch Ramp Etiquette
Launching the Watercraft
Stopping the Engine
Before Starting the Engine
Starting the Engine
Boarding the Watercraft
Boarding and Starting in Deep Water (Operator Only)
Boarding the Watercraft
Boarding With a Passenger
Reverse Operation
Turning the Watercraft
Stopping the Watercraft
Beaching the Watercraft
Operating in Rough Conditions
Towing a Disabled Watercraft
Righting a Capsized Watercraft
Operating With Passengers
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Daily Care
Temporary Storage
Transporting The Watercraft
Battery
Anti-Corrosion Treatment
Submerged (Waterlogged) Engine
Engine Water Removal Procedure
General Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule Key
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Lubrication
Throttle Cable
Steering Cable Joints and Inner Wire
Drive Line
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Spark Plugs
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Oil
Polaris VES II Synthetic Lubricant
Polaris Premium Gold Synthetic Lubricant
Polaris Nature Oil Synthetic Lubricant
Steering Cable Inspection
Throttle Cable Inspection
Fuses
Battery Maintenance and Charging
Replenishing Battery Fluid
Antidote:
Battery Removal
Battery Charging
Battery Installation
Battery Storage
Salt Water and Unclean Water Care
Jet Pump Water Inlet Screen
Cooling System Flushing
Engine and Exhaust System Draining
Watercraft Engine Fogging Procedure
Cleaning
Lubrication
Engine Doesnt Turn Over
Engine Turns Over But Doesnt Start
Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires
Engine Overheats
Engine Backfires
Engine Pings or Knocks
Engine Loses Power
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POLARIS PRODUCTS
Oil and Lubricants
Fuel System Maintenance Products
Grease
General Maintenance Products
SPECIFICATIONS
CAPACITIES / DIMENSIONS
ELECTRICAL
ENGINE
COOLING
SPECIFICATIONS
PROPULSION
Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance
LIMITED WARRANTY
REGISTRATION
WARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCLUSIONS: Limitations of Warranties and Remedies
Warranty Policy
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
Engine Oil
POLARIS WATERCRAFT ENGINES
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY COVERAGE:
OWNERS WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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