2001 Polaris SLX, PRO 1200, Virage TX, Genesis, Virage TXi, Genesis i Personal Watercraft Service Manual, Page 222Get this manual
Final DrivePropulsion Intake Scoop Ride Plate Removal and Installation Removal
1Remove pump assembly as outlined on pages 5.6 to 5.81Remove the inlet grate and ride plate mounting bolts2Insert length of 2x4 wood through the water inlet housing from the rear of the watercraftRest the 2x4 on top of the ride plate3Using your foot, apply downward force to the 2x4This will remove the ride plate from the hull along with the inlet grate4Remove the pump mount assembly by removing the mounting nuts from inside the hullGently pry the pump mount assembly from the hull5Using the same method, remove the inlet scoopWARNING: The inlet scoop is made of plasticUse less force when removing,
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