choke problem

[DCupp]

I just got this 1997 sea doo xp. I was wondering if someone knew why the choke will not stay out when u pull it. Thanks

 

[FritoB]

I believe that is the way it is designed by SeaDoo. I have a 97 GTX and have owned it since it was new. The choke has never stayed out and will go back in when you let go.

 

[Dr Honda]

Yep... ya' got to hold it. Once a SeaDoo fires... it shouldn't need the choke to warm up.

 

[DCupp]

yeah but i have to give it gas for it start

 

[Chester]

You shouldn't have to.

Chester

 

[Dr Honda]

Yup... what the said.

If you are holding the choke, you shouldn't have to give it gas. If the idle is low... bring it up a little.

 

[SabrToothSqrl]

starting

My '98 GTX and even my '02 XP ALWAYS require choke and throttle to get going the 1st time. After warm only the starter...

I pop off my right shoe, pull the choke w/my foot, then I can throttle and use the starter at the same time. Between the 3 it fires right up...

it's a stupid design. My ATV has a choke you can set to ON 1/2 or OFF... much better design.

 

[DCupp]

Thanks for all the input.

 

[bmmeadors]

Try twisting the handle about 90 degrees after you pull it out. That is how I get mine to stay.