Bombardier SeaDoo 1997 factory shop manual, Page 72Get this manual
Section 03 ENGINE Sub-Section 06 (BOTTOM END)
Crankshaft Alignment at Connecting Rod Journal
Such misalignment may cause crankshaft hard to be manually turnedVerification can be done by measuring deflection each end of crankshaftRefer to Inspection paragraphIf deflection is found greater than specified tolerance, this indicates worn bearing(s), bent andor disaligned crankshaft
DISASSEMBLY
Engine has to be removed from watercraft to open bottom endRefer to ENGINE 03-03F01D1KA
1Separate halves by prying at provided lugs
If crankshaft end seal has to be replaced, bottom end must be opened (except for the MAG side seal on the 787 engine, which is mounted on the magneto housing)