2009 Kawasaki JET SKI Ultra 260X Owners Manual - Page 132
2009 Kawasaki JET SKI Ultra 260X Manual
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130 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE j żSince the trim and list of the watercraft will significantly affect the oil level, be sure that the operator and/or cargo are not aboard the watercraft when measuring the oil level. Also fill up the fuel tank if it is not full. żThis measuring procedure with the watercraft afloat should be followed when the oil level is found low and to be added. See OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS chapter. Valve Clearance Valve and valve seats wear decreasing valve clearances, and upsetting valve timing. CAUTION If valve clearance is left unadjusted, wear will eventually cause the valves to remain partially open, which lowers performance, burns the valves and valve seats, and may cause serious engine damage. Valve clearance for each valve should be checked and adjusted in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Inspection and adjustment should be done by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. INTAKE 0.15 ∼ 0.24 mm (0.0059 ∼ 0.0094 in.) EXHAUST 0.32 ∼ 0.41 mm (0.0126 ∼ 0.0161 in.)