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Page 2: ...___ Date Purchased __________________________________________________________ Dealer Phone ____________________________________________________________ Fax E mail _____________________________________...

Page 3: ...t any time without notice and without incurring any obligation Trademarks Malibu The Malibu Logo is a registered trademark of Malibu Boats LLC Indmar Indmar is a registered trademark of Indmar Product...

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Page 5: ...e Chest 2 15 Sundeck 2 16 V Drive Engine Access Hatch 2 16 Ski Pylon 2 16 Swim Platform 2 17 Navigational Lights 2 17 Storage Areas 2 18 Drain Plugs 2 18 Speedometer Pickup 2 19 Tilt Steering Wheel 2...

Page 6: ...atform 2 17 Figure 2 20 Swim Platform Pins 2 17 Figure 2 21 Bow Light 2 17 Figure 2 22 Lockable Transom Storage 2 18 Figure 2 23 Transom Drain Plug 2 18 Figure 2 24 Bilge Drain Plug 2 19 Figure 2 25 T...

Page 7: ...nue to be our 1 priority CERTIFICATIONS STANDARDS NMMA Certification Your Malibu boat has been built to meet or exceed the standards set by the National Marine Manufacturers Association NMMA NMMA veri...

Page 8: ...r oil Cooking fuels Cleaners paints and substances used for vessel repair Waste materials that result from wear of vessel components Lead from battery terminals and from other sources such as ballast...

Page 9: ...ht 2450 lbs Fuel Cap 35 gal Seating Cap 8 Std Engine 320 LCR Std Prop ACME 13x12 A Swivel Head Pylon B Engine Cover C Fuel Fill D Bow Light E Battery In Observer Seat Storage F Locking Storage G Sun D...

Page 10: ...Storage K Rear Air Vent A J B D H K K I D G E C C F Response LXi Specifications Features Controls Length 20 6 Beam 93 5 Draft 22 Weight 2800 lbs Fuel Cap 41 gal Seating Cap 8 Std Engine 320 LCR Std P...

Page 11: ...ver Seat Storage I Locking Storage A I B C G H C F D E iRide Specifications Features Controls Length 21 Beam 93 5 Draft 24 Weight 2900 lbs Fuel Cap 37 gal Seating Cap 10 Std Engine 320 LCR Std Prop AC...

Page 12: ...y in Observer Seat Storage A H H D G I D F B B C E Sunscape 20 LSV Specifications Features Controls Length 21 6 Beam 98 Draft 24 Weight 3600 lbs Fuel Cap 46 gal Seating Cap 11 Std Engine 320 LCR Std P...

Page 13: ...r Seat Storage A H H D G I D F B B C E Sunscape 23 LSV Specifications Features Controls Length 24 7 Beam 102 Draft 27 Weight 3900 lbs Fuel Cap 87 gal Seating Cap 16 Std Engine Hammerhead 383 Std Prop...

Page 14: ...n Seats I Locking Storage J Walk Through Transom A I D G J H H D F C B B E Sunscape 25 LSV Specifications Features Controls Length 21 Beam 93 5 Draft 24 Weight 3000 lbs Fuel Cap 35 gal Seating Cap 10...

Page 15: ...tery in Observer Seat Storage A H H D G I D F B B C E Wakesetter VLX Specifications Features Controls Length 20 Beam 98 Draft 22 Weight 3300 lbs Fuel Cap 46 gal Seating Cap 10 Std Engine 320 LCR Std P...

Page 16: ...server Seat Storage K Above Engine Storage A I K D G J D B B F H H C E Wakesetter 21 XTi Specifications Features Controls Length 23 Beam 100 Draft 27 Weight 3800 lbs Fuel Cap 55 gal Seating Cap 14 Std...

Page 17: ...Storage K Above Engine Storage A I K D G J D B B F H H C E Wakesetter 23 XTi Specifications Features Controls Length 24 7 Beam 102 Draft 27 Weight 4000 lbs Fuel Cap 87 gal Seating Cap 16 Std Engine Ha...

Page 18: ...op ACME 13 5x15 5 A Swivel Head Pylon B Air Intake Vent C Bow Light D Fuel Fill 2 locations E Ski Locker F Transom Grab Handle G Sun Deck H Rear Air Vent I Side Engine Storage J Battery in Observer Se...

Page 19: ...mended that if you are unfamiliar with the use and operation of a boat you seek advice and training from a qualified individual or organization Check with your local boating agency or Malibu dealer fo...

Page 20: ...s teak surfing or dragging behind a moving boat can be fatal Any dangerous activities which can result in a serious injury or death a water sport is not considered as a watersport by Malibu or DOES NO...

Page 21: ...ran boater these courses will help sharpen your boating skills as well as bring you up to date on current rules and regulations See your local boating agency or Malibu dealer for information on classe...

Page 22: ...garbage plastics recyclables food wood detergents sewerage and even fish parts in certain waters in short nearly everything We recommend you bring back everything you take out with you for proper disp...

Page 23: ...Flotation Devices PFDs PFDs must be Coast Guard approved in good and serviceable condition and the appropriate size for the user It is recommended that you wear PFDs while your boat is underway Figur...

Page 24: ...bled for one reason or another but there is no immediate danger of death or serious injury However emergencies can occur and you should know how to cope with them If you observe a boat in distress ass...

Page 25: ...change Bad weather can cause an uncomfortable and unsafe situation If a storm approaches seek a safe harbor Figure 1 3 Weather Hazards Dam Spillways The area around dam spillways is very hazardous and...

Page 26: ...n to recognize the different buoys and day markers they are used as the signposts of the waterways identifying navigable routes and water hazards It is a good idea to ask local authorities about hazar...

Page 27: ...n spaces under certain conditions To reduce CO accumulation always ventilate the boat interior and avoid boating situations which cause increased exposure EXTREME HAZARD Carbon monoxide gas CO is colo...

Page 28: ...be reduced and judgment affected creating situations that can be very dangerous Federal and state laws prohibit operating a boat under the influence of alcohol and other drugs These regulations are a...

Page 29: ...ys are white with a blue horizontal stripe Mooring to a navigation buoy regulatory markers or lateral markers is illegal Figure 1 7 Mooring Buoys Regulatory Markers Regulatory markers indicate dangero...

Page 30: ...ke whatever adjustments to course and speed necessary to keep out of the way of the privileged boat Crossing Situation In crossing situations the boat to the right from the 12 o clock to the 4 o clock...

Page 31: ...ht of way As prescribed in the Rules of the Road both boats must act to avoid collision Night Running Boats operating between sunset and sunrise hours vary by state must use navigational lights Nightt...

Page 32: ...1 14 Notes...

Page 33: ...In Dash Graphical Display Figure 2 1 Graphical Display Malibu s state of the art Malibu Graphical In Dash Display Center enables the operator to observe and control many graphic functions that are ap...

Page 34: ...ay not be covered under your engine warranty Speedometer The Speedometer registers speed in miles per hour MPH The speedometer system consists of a thru hull paddle wheel speed sensor that records wat...

Page 35: ...above normal operating parameters may cause serious damage to your engine Oil Pressure The oil pressure gauge is located at the lower center of the bottom panel of the dash display The oil pressure ga...

Page 36: ...s is normal operation and does not indicate a problem The fuel gauge will read most accurate when sitting still in calm water Malibu Graphical In Dash Display All 2007 boats will include the Malibu Gr...

Page 37: ...three separate tests on the gauge system Highlight Diagnostics and press E Enter this will bring up four modes NORM FULL ZERO and SWEEP NORM is used for normal operation of the gauges FULL ZERO and SW...

Page 38: ...ity to read the Fault Codes out of the ECM using the Multi Function LCD Display OBD M is intended mainly for EFI Technicians to use but would be beneficial to have it available for our customers to us...

Page 39: ...day press E Enter then day E Enter Once the year is set the selection will continue to set the time Set each completed hour minute second to move to the next screen press E Enter up arrow The next dis...

Page 40: ...ual throttle position To provide the system with the tolerance needed to maintain steady speed adjust your throttle to position the small square in the center of the target window When the small squar...

Page 41: ...d to be used over 25 MPH The PW alarm will activate if the foil is not in the stowed or all the way up position and the boat speed exceeds 25 MPH You must slow down to between 1 and 10 MPH to raise th...

Page 42: ...aise above the predetermined operating limit which is the largest sharpest usable wake in which the foil can create With the foil in the lowest position the wake is comparable to approximately 400 lb...

Page 43: ...r Panel Switches Indicators Accessory Switch Panels These panels are located in the dash directly below the standard gauges and are used to activate the following features You will find the feature or...

Page 44: ...urning the key to the left position the stereo head unit is located under driver seat armrest See Stereo control section for specific system use Accessory 1 This switch is used to supply power to the...

Page 45: ...helm throttle control E MV3 is now dual variable voltage potentiometer that sends electronic signals back to the engine ECM via a shielded wire harness with the highest quality GM Delphi water tight...

Page 46: ...l from full left to full right and make sure the rudder is turning accordingly The system should operate freely and smoothly Notice It is normal for your Malibu steering to pull slightly to the right...

Page 47: ...ustment To adjust the seat release the lever directly below the front center of the drivers seat area by lowering to the bottom of the seat base Locate the twist knob on the left center of the seat ba...

Page 48: ...e under way causing damage to your boat and others Ski Pylon The patented pivoting head ski pylon is a telescoping aluminum post located directly in front of the motor box Minimal maintenance is requi...

Page 49: ...f and keep away from boarding platform while engine is running The boarding platform must be attached when the boat is in use Navigational Lights As required by the U S Coast Guard all recreational ve...

Page 50: ...pped with transom ski storage Depending on the model the storage is accessible from either the interior by lifting the observers seat or from the transom swim platform by lifting the hatch cover Most...

Page 51: ...an be found directly under the running surface of your boat The paddle wheel is used to measure static water by rotation of the paddle wheel unit This information is transferred to the dash computer a...

Page 52: ...isconnect the engine safety switch Be sure the throttle shift control is neutral The engine must be cool Open the engine and visually check the exhaust system from the engine to the transom for obviou...

Page 53: ...air through a venting system on the deck of your boat and channels air from the bilge to the transom vent Cooling Most boats will be cooled with a continuous intake of lake water circulating it aroun...

Page 54: ...over If your boat is equipped with this option know the type of coveryou are placing on your boat Some Boat Covers have been made strictly for mooring and storage only and some have been made for stor...

Page 55: ...ns found in your owner s packet for specific use If your boat was equipped with optional sound equipment to include CD changer amplifier or subwoofer please refer to these specific manuals included in...

Page 56: ...il it locks into place Docking Lights The docking lights should only be used during slow speed docking maneuvers The lights are activated by a switch on the accessory switch panel and have a 10 amp ci...

Page 57: ...se handling conditions It is recommended that you put the Wedge unit in the UP position if you will be traveling over these speeds Scarpa Suppression Plate SSP The Scarpa Suppression plate is an optio...

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Page 59: ...f the trailer itself Be sure that the total weight of your boat gear and trailer does not exceed the GVWR Verify tire pressure for load capacity Notice Consult your trailer dealer for other state regu...

Page 60: ...ailer make or model there are two key areas to consider Bow Tie Downs A bow stop to hold the front of your boat in place is located on the winch stand It should be positioned so that the winch line pu...

Page 61: ...ater and stop Be sure to properly secure your vehicle Prepare for placing the boat in the water by removing any tie down straps disconnecting tail light connections and attaching a line to the bow eye...

Page 62: ...e displayed at various locations throughout your new Malibu to point out safety hazards It is important that you take the time to locate these labels Do not remove or cover warning labels Replace when...

Page 63: ...Warning Label Locations Refer to the diagrams below for the location of each label 3 5...

Page 64: ...r from responsibility for using common sense and sound judgment Never exceed the load capacity and distribute weight evenly between bow and stern and port to starboard SWAMPING HAZARD Overloading may...

Page 65: ...guidelines you should follow when fueling your boat 1 Extinguish all cigarettes and other flame or spark producing items 2 Make sure all power is off and do not operate any electrical switches 3 Be su...

Page 66: ...n a Malibu Factory Trained and Certified Technician Special tools and training are required to service this fuel system Pay close attention to the information regarding the break in period listed in y...

Page 67: ...before returning to operation Pressing the ENTER button on the display will silence the alarm for four minutes Following is a list of monitored functions that can activate the alarm Engine Oil Alarm R...

Page 68: ...re re engaging the transmission by depressing the button Figure 3 7 Throttle Positions When engaging the transmission from neutral to either forward or reverse you must pull up on the safety collar lo...

Page 69: ...ed All boats have a tendency to wander somewhat at slow speeds A natural reaction to this effect is to steer the boat back and forth in an attempt to compensate for wandering Invariably the compensati...

Page 70: ...to cause the boat steering in the straight ahead position to drift to starboard when going forward and to port when going backward At high speed this effect is usually unnoticed but at slow speed espe...

Page 71: ...Follow these guidelines when docking Approach docks with the starboard side of the boat if possible Come to a stop a short distance from the dock then proceed slowly Have fenders mooring lines and cr...

Page 72: ...ns Gradual turns can be completed at high speed by a competent driver but it must be emphasized that sudden turns at any speed particularly at high speed can be especially dangerous It is possible to...

Page 73: ...en the skier and the driver of the boat A copy of these signals can be found for review at your local Malibu dealership or by contacting the American Waterski Association at 813 324 4341 Figure 3 11 H...

Page 74: ...can snap back dangerously Fasten the towline as far forward as possible on the upwind or up current side of the boat being towed Fastening it to the stern will restrict maneuverability Attach the lin...

Page 75: ...act your dealer otherwise adverse handling and top speed characteristics may be experienced The prop is identified by two numbers i e 13 x 14 and material identification such as brass or stainless ste...

Page 76: ...port side of the strut and rudder 4 Install a new nylon locknut and torque the nut to maximum of 30 ft lbs 40 7 N m 5 Install new cotter pin Bend the retaining ends of the cotter pin in the opposite...

Page 77: ...rts coming in contact with the water The zinc anode being the softer metal will deteriorate and erode much faster than the other metals in the boat Inspect the anode periodically and replace as needed...

Page 78: ...3 20 Notes...

Page 79: ...are no products available to us that are mildew proof Therefore we also recommend that you dry the upholstery thoroughly at the end of each day s boating activity to prevent mildew which will rot the...

Page 80: ...Eye shadow e b e then b Grease d b Ink ball point e b Ketchup a b Lipstick a b Marker permanent e b Mildew or wet leaves d b a Mustard yellow d b Oil engine b b b Paint latex a b Paint oil based dried...

Page 81: ...taining or spotting the gelcoat surface In cases where the original gelcoat shine cannot be restored by waxing hand buff the surface using any commercial compound Be sure to apply several coats of wax...

Page 82: ...e taken to keep teak wood from turning gray or rough The roughing becomes more apparent as the moisture evaporates and dries out It is suggested that you use teak or mineral oil treatments at least fo...

Page 83: ...remote Fuel Pump Pressure 60 psi Min at Keyup 414 kPa Electrical System 12 Volt DC Negative Ground Minimum Battery Requirements 650 cca 700 mca 120Ah Firing Order 1 8 4 3 6 5 7 2 1 8 7 2 6 5 4 3 Spark...

Page 84: ...ON Do not overfill the transmission Overfilling can damage the transmission Damage to your transmission due to too much or too little fluid is not covered by your warranty Operate boat approximately f...

Page 85: ...s Manual for proper prop shaft alignment If the prop shaft bolts loosen prematurely major damage to your boat structure and driveline could result It is recommended that only a trained service technic...

Page 86: ...itives can cause damage to the engine and fuel system DO NOT mix MTBE and ethanol Drain your tank or use up as much of the old fuel as you can before making the switch to E10 Once done do not go back...

Page 87: ...irectly to the battery with proper overload protection Boat Alarms Malibu boats are equipped with sensors that constantly monitor various functions of the boat Certain functions if outside of pre dete...

Page 88: ...ze of 650 Cold Cranking Amps on the big cable This is the starter or cranking circuit There are also a set of smaller 2 AWG battery cables with the positive red coming from an 80 AMP main circuit brea...

Page 89: ...wo circuits to be separate so now any power you draw with the engine off will come from the house battery You can listen to the stereo until the house battery is dead but you can have the peace of min...

Page 90: ...SITION 1 or POSITION 2 rather than in the ALL position This will keep one battery charged should one of the batteries fail Circuit Breakers and Fuses Most electrical standard equipment devices are con...

Page 91: ...s to an end it is recommended that the boat be removed from the water and stored It is extremely important that proper winterizing procedures are read and followed to ensure longer boat life Here is o...

Page 92: ...ine owner s manual for complete engine winterization procedures as well as scheduled maintenance Note Damage done due to improper engine winter storage will void your warranty It is highly suggested t...

Page 93: ...me If boat is equipped with optional fresh water cooling and was drained at winterization fill at this time Turn fuel shut off valve to the On position Handle is in line or parallel with the fuel line...

Page 94: ...e the battery Ignition problems See your dealer Engine misses or Fouled spark plugs Replace spark plugs idles rough Loose of defective high Tight or replace the high tension leads tension leads Plugge...

Page 95: ...opeller Replace the propeller Misaligned propeller shaft Check the alignment See coupling your dealer for proper realignment Bent propeller shaft See your dealer Electrical problems Open circuit break...

Page 96: ...but made from fibrous glass Glass fiber forms include cloth yarn mat milled fibers chopped strands roving and woven roving GELCOAT A surface either colored or clear providing a cosmetic enhancement a...

Page 97: ...Miscellaneous 4 13 Motorbox Cover 2 14 N Navigational Lights 2 17 O Operation by Minors 1 10 Optional Equipment 2 22 P Passenger Safety 1 10 Power Wedge 2 9 Propellers 3 17 R Regulations 1 3 Responsib...

Page 98: ...ck brake fluid level if applicable LAKE TEST ____ 1 Perform Diacom data list scan ____ 2 Check PROM ID and record in customer file ____ 3 Check fuel pressure and log reading ____ 4 Verify oil levels e...

Page 99: ...or Plugs 7 Clean for change flame arrestor 8 Inspect belts hoses and clamps Tight 9 Shaft alignment Within 003 10 Inspect spark plug wires 11 Inspect Raw water pump impeller change annually 12 Inspect...

Page 100: ...4 22 Notes...

Page 101: ...SERVICE MAINTENANCE LOG HOUR DATE READING SERVICE REPAIRS PERFORMED...

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