1998 Sea-Doo Repair Manual: SPX / GS / GSX / XP / GTS / GTI / GTX (426 Pages)

Comprehensive service procedures, parts diagrams, and troubleshooting for Sea-Doo 717/787/947 engines. Detailed coverage of fuel systems, electrical components, jet pump assemblies, and propulsion systems with factory torque specifications.

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Document Number / Seller:
24152 / Laura Miller
File Size:
79.32 MB
File Type:
PDF
Language:
English
Pages:
426
Printable:
Yes
Category:
Personal Watercraft (PWC)
Last updated / verified
Oct 22, 2025

Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications

Sea-Doo SPX, GS, GSX Limited, XP Limited, GTS, GTI, GTX Limited — 1998 Manufacturer Sourcebook Registry | Watercraft Documentation Record.

  • Prescribed Output Rating: 947 engine produces 110 hp at 6300 rpm represents the maximum rated horsepower Architecture.
  • Documented Cooling Specs: For optimal operation, 34 kPa (5 PSI) maintains the pressure test specification Norms.
  • Core Print Rate: 787 engine displacement measures 787 cc (48 cu in) as the engine cylinder volume Protocol.
  • Rated Precision Specs: The jet pump impeller clearance is measured at 1.0 mm (.040 in) maximum allowable tolerance Bounds.
  • Technical Locking Torques: Cylinder head bolts require 34 N•m (25 lbf•ft) for the 947 engine fastening requirement Topology.
  • Advanced Load Capacity: Starter nominal output reaches 0.6 kW (12 V rated) for engine cranking specification Parameters.

Professional Workshop Service Manual & Technical Specifications

Enhanced Technical Documentation-Set Manual: Personal Watercraft (PWC) Sea-Doo SPX 5838/5839, GS 5626/5844, GSX Limited 5629/5845, XP Limited 5665/5667, GTS 5819, GTI 5836/5841, GTX Limited 5837/5842 1998

Engineering-Base: SPX, GS, GSX Limited, XP Limited, GTS, GTI, GTX Limited (1998 models) // Subsystem-Focus: Propulsion Logic / Drive Architecture // Engine-Type: 717cc, 787cc, and 947cc Rotax Two-Stroke Systems.

Document Category Content Coverage Reference Details
Maintenance Procedures Periodic inspection protocols, lubrication schedules, water-flooded engine recovery Complete specifications provided
Engine Systems Magneto, fuel delivery, oil injection, cooling architecture Chapters 04-07 documented
Electrical & Starting Ignition timing verification, charging circuits, DESS security system Testing procedures included
Propulsion Assembly Jet pump operation, drive shafts, reverse mechanisms, variable trim control Component diagrams provided

Technical units are distributed across fourteen major sections covering the complete watercraft architecture. The manual addresses engine systems including the magneto assembly, top and bottom end procedures, rotary valve timing, and exhaust configurations, incorporates cooling system circuit descriptions with pre-heated water flow pathways and thermostat-free temperature regulation, examines fuel system layouts featuring carburetor adjustment protocols and fuel filter maintenance, and details the lubrication system oil injection calibration. Electrical system documentation encompasses ignition timing adjustment methodology, charging circuit diagnostics, starter motor specifications, and the digitally encoded security system operation, while propulsion information covers jet pump impeller clearance verification, drive shaft alignment, reverse system mechanical operation, and variable trim system adjustment sequences. The manual provides troubleshooting guidance for engine starting problems, performance issues, and system malfunctions through diagnostic flow charts.

Quality checks are addressed for ignition coil output, battery condition assessment, and fuel system pressurization to ensure proper watercraft operation. The troubleshooting chapter addresses engine misfiring, overheating conditions, propulsion system abnormal noise, and electrical component verification through systematic diagnostic procedures. Cooling system maintenance is addressed in detail with flushing protocols, winterization procedures for regions with freezing temperatures, and antifreeze mixture specifications for safe storage. The document includes torque specifications for fastener assembly to ensure proper component securing across engine mounts, crankcase halves, cylinder head bolts, and jet pump attachments. Technical data sections provide model-specific identification numbers, hull identification number interpretation, and engine identification number location guides for accurate parts ordering and service record documentation.

The manual documents torque specifications for fasteners throughout engine assembly procedures to ensure proper mechanical integrity across all subsystems.

FAQ

What **torque** applies to cylinder head bolts on the 947 engine? keyboard_arrow_down

34 N·m (25 lbf·ft) is required for initial tightening of cylinder head bolts, then retighten to the same specification following the proper sequence shown on page 377-382 of the technical data section.

Check the **oil** level in the jet pump reservoir and determine proper maintenance intervals. keyboard_arrow_down

Oil level must be checked at the bottom of hole threads in the jet pump cover, with replacement required annually using SEA-DOO synthetic 75W90 GL5 polyolester oil per maintenance schedule on page 30.

What does the **documented** fuel system pressurization procedure require for verification? keyboard_arrow_down

34 kPa (5 PSI) pressure must be maintained for 10 minutes minimum during the fuel system pressure test, with the valve set to OFF position first, then ON position, using pump gauge tester P/N 295 021 800.

Reference the **precise** spark plug specifications and torque requirements for all engines. keyboard_arrow_down

24 N·m (17 lbf·ft) torque with 0.5-0.6 mm (.020-.024 in) gap is specified for NGK BR8ES spark plugs on all 717, 787, and 947 engines per the chart on page 227 of the electrical system section.

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