Malibu Boats 21 VLX, Owner'S Manual

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malibu
monsoon
engines
,
transmissions
&
v
-
drives
Malibu Boats offer outstanding powertrain options. Although engine
experiences vary by type and size, all engines are based on the General
Motors platform.
Boats equipped with Malibu Monsoon engines also require proper
attention to adhere to warranty policy. Note that these instructions should
be followed even after the warranty period has expired. The instructions
developed for the powertrains and drive trains in Malibu boats function as the
guidelines to a long-term, positive boating experience.
Failure to follow engine operation, care and
maintenance instructions as provided in this
Owner’s Manual can result in damage to the
engine and transmission that is not covered
under warranty. Under some circumstances, this could result in the boat
becoming inoperable, stranding boaters and/or placing those on-board in
situations that could result in potentially dangerous situations.
Owners/operators must follow the
instructions must pay particular attention
to the Corrosion from Fresh Water and/
or Salt Water/Brackish Water Salt Care
instructions, which appear in the Care and Maintenance section of this
Owner’s Manual. Using the Flush Kit, where equipped, is essential to
ensuring a long life for the Monsoon engine. Failure to follow those
instructions can void the warranty, as well adversely affect the operation
of the engine and drive train.
Malibu has teamed with General Motors to produce the ideal engine and
transmission for the expected usage of the boat. Because Malibu boats were
created to further enjoyment of watersports, the power curve and maximum
performance of the package were designed to enhance every aspect of the
experience.
The following information is provided for
the Malibu Monsoon Engines. Unless otherwise
directed, the instructions are applicable to all
Malibu-built engines and drive trains.
Safety
Significant safety information appears in the opening chapter of this
Owner’s Manual. It is critical to read the entire manual, with particular
attention to the Safety information. All boat owners and boat operators must
adhere to the safety requirements as described. It is also the responsibility of
these individuals to be aware of U.S. Coast Guard regulations when boating in
U.S. waterways, or the governing body(ies) of any waterway system in which
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Generally, Malibu boats
are equipped with the
Malibu Monsoon drive
train, built in-house. Some
models or individual boats,
however, may be equipped
with drive trains built by
manufacturing partners. In
those instances, the boat
will ship with a separate
engine owner’s manual.
All care and maintenance
requirements should follow
that manual rather than
the engine documentation
set forth in this Owner’s
Manual. Failure to do so
may void the warranty.