The Removal of the Intake Grate on My Sea-Doo

Unlike boats, Sea-Doos have an impeller inside the hull that drives the personal watercraft forward. This system requires a stream of water that enters the hull through a forward intake and is then shot out of the rear, similar to the way a jet engine works. To access the impeller on the boat you need to first remove the intake grate on the boat's hull.

Things You'll Need

  • Slot screwdriver
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Instructions

    • 1

      Remove the Sea-Doo from the water and allow any water in the Sea-Doo to drain before you begin to work on it. While the boat is draining, open the engine compartment and disconnect the negative battery cable. Though the boat will not start without the toggle connected to it, disconnecting the negative battery cable prevents any accidents from happening.

    • 2

      Locate the intake grate on the hull of your Sea-Doo. Depending on the model of Sea-Doo you own, there will be four to eight bolts holding grate in place. Remove each of the bolts with the screwdriver and place the screws in a zippered plastic bag so they do not get lost.

    • 3

      Pry the intake grate away from the hull using a small slot screwdriver. Normally the intake will come out once the bolts are removed; however, they may become a little sticky to remove if there is any dried foliage holding the grate in place.