first service/scheduled maintenance. The purpose is to allow a trainedtechnician to interpret any signs of malfunction or anomaly that mayhave occurred. Catching these symptoms early is critical to avoidingpotentially damaging events that might not be covered under warranty.The dealer will change oil, transmission fluid and cooling fluid,clean the sea strainer, and do an alignment check on the engine.2019 Malibu Boats, LLC Owner’s Manual • Page 185After 75 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)Check the Safety EquipmentIf you have not done so previously, check the fire extinguishersand personal flotation devices. Check the condition of (and replaceas necessary) drain plugs, bilge pumps, and exhaust flaps. Repair orreplace anything that appears damaged or incapable of performingits function.There are certain maintenance routines that must be performed.Due to the complexity of this maintenance, Malibu recommends it becompleted by your authorized Malibu dealer.Your dealer will verify many functions of the boat for you, some ofwhich, should never be tested or checked by the consumer, such asthe pressurized fuel systems that require unique tools.Even when the authorized Malibu dealer performs the annualmaintenance work, consumers are well-advised to pay attention toseveral components on the boat. These include:Engine MountsYour engine is held firmly in place by special marine-gradeengine mounts that are built and installed to withstand the kinds ofstresses unique to a boating environment.In checking the engine mounts, be sure to do this before startingthe engine. Components on the engine can become hot enough toburn skin. Avoid this by checking before starting.Any time you suspect an engine mount is loose, it must betightened. If the engine is allowed to shake or move during operation,it adversely affects the entire drive-train and could cause damagethat would not be covered under warranty.Exhaust Flaps On the Response,TXi, some flaps andcomponents of theexhaust system arecomposed of high-graderubber and synthetics.These may deteriorateover time. Check toensure that the flaps fitsecurely over the exhaustport and that they will openwith ease, which is whatmust occur when the boatengine is running.Steering SystemMalibu offers two types of steering systems, a standard, manualsystem and an optional hydraulic system. The latter is pressurizedand the consumer cannot access or alter the system, nor should theytry.https://www.boat-manuals.com/
