Malibu Boats Sportster Series User Manual

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Bilge Drain Plug(s)A T-handled, brass bilge drain plug is located in theengine compartment of all models. Location is normallydirectly below the drive-train unit. To access, lift motorbox and look aft of the ski tow pylon, and forward of theengine. On the V-drive models, the T-handle can be foundby lifting the rear passenger seat. The T-handle is locatedjust below the V-drive unit.Be sure that both the transom and bilge drain plugs aresecurely in place before placing the boat in the water.Speedometer PickupYour boat is equipped with a Paddle wheel speedometerpickup, which can be found directly under the runningsurface of your boat. The paddle wheel is used to measurestatic water by rotation of the paddle wheel unit. Thisinformation is transferred to the dash computer and acomputer program converts information, and thisinformation is transferred to the speedometer gauge.See troubleshooting section of this manual for basicmaintenance information.Tilt Steering WheelThe tilt steering wheel allows for maximum drivercomfort. To adjust the height of the wheel, simply pressdown on the lever located under the wheel. Move thewheel to the position that is most comfortable. When thewheel is in the desired position, simply release the lever tolock the wheel in place.2-15Figure 2-26. Tilt SteeringFigure 2-24. Bilge Drain PlugFigure 2-25. Thru-Hull PaddleWheel Pickup