2001 Polaris SLX, PRO 1200, Virage TX, Genesis, Virage TXi, Genesis i Personal Watercraft Service Manual, Page 221Get this manual
Final Drive Propulsion Bearing Housing RemovalInspectionContinued
2Inspect bushings and seals in bearing housing assembly for wear or damage that may allow water to leak into hullThe housing cannot be rebuiltReplace as an assembly if wear is evidentCheck sealing and bearing surface on driveshaft for wear, nicks or damage that may accelerate seal or bushing wearSacrificial Anode
A zinc sacrificial anode is in place on all models on the pump housingThe purpose of the anode is to prevent corrosion of metal parts due to electrolysisThe mounting surfaces must be clean and the mounting bolt tight to maintain good connection between the pump and anode1Periodically inspect anode for excessive wear2Check bolt to be sure it is tightIf the bolt is loose, remove anode and clean mounting surfaces on pump and anodeApply dielectric grease to bolt threads and contact surfacesTighten bolt securely