Polaris PWC model overview and caveats

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[lamarp]

lmarpa

This is first time on site. Just bought 2001 Polaris Virage 700. Went to lake and would not run over 5 mph. Called dealer after they closed and they told me there was a button somewhere around the dash to push to increase the speed but did not know where the button was or which one it was. I only have Sunday (tomorrow) to use it this week.

I do not know how to do a forum and wander is this the right place to get any help? Thanks

lamarp

[K447]

This is first time on site. Just bought 2001 Polaris Virage 700.
Went to lake and would not run over 5 mph.

Called dealer after they closed and they told me there was a button somewhere around the dash to push to increase the speed but did not know where the button was or which one it was.
I only have Sunday (tomorrow) to use it this week.

I do not know how to do a forum and wonder is this the right place to get any help?
Thanks

lamarp

This is the right place - Green Hulk that is!
Welcome.

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I presume you understand how the thumb throttle lever on the right hand handle bar is supposed to work, and have read through the owner's manual.

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When you say it only goes 5mph, is that with the throttle lever squeezed in?

Does the engine rev up, but the PWC not accelerate?

Or does the engine simply stay at idle RPM, even when you squeeze the throttle lever?

The buttons (other than the start button) do not affect the operation of the engine.

The Bilge button runs the bilge pump (down in the bottom of the hull inside) when the engine is not running.

What else can you tell us about this machine?
Was it recently repaired?

Are there any known or recent problems with it?

[lamarp]

lamarp

Thanks for the reply. Yes, I am familiar with the throttle lever on the handle. The machine runs smooth through and up until around 5 mph (guessing since gauges do not work). Once you pass that speed the engine starts missing as if one spark plug was fouled. I thought in a few minutes it would start gaining speed and rpm, but in 30 minutes it never improved. So, if you mash the throttle all the way from the get go, the engine immediately goes into the missing mode. You only avoid that if you very easily add throttle. Once you pass around 5 mph, then it starts missing again.

The dealer says there is a feature on these jet skis that limits the speed if you want to let a child ride it and there are two or three settings.

I brought the unit home, took out the spark plugs and they are both just fine, but it still misses at full throttle and will not go over 5 mph.

[K447]

...The machine runs smooth through and up until around 5 mph (guessing since gauges do not work).
Once you pass that speed the engine starts missing as if one spark plug was fouled.
...if you mash the throttle all the way from the get go, the engine immediately goes into the missing mode.
You only avoid that if you very easily add throttle. Once you pass around 5 mph, then it starts missing again.

The dealer says there is a feature on these jet skis that limits the speed if you want to let a child ride it and there are two or three settings.
Not on your model, and maybe not on any Polaris.
Some Sea-Doo models have a feature like that, using a special 'leaner's key'

I brought the unit home, took out the spark plugs and they are both just fine, but it still misses at full throttle and will not go over 5 mph.

Is this a Virage with the digital dash display?
(called an MFI, as in the attached photo)

If yes, I suspect you may have a warning condition that you cannot see, because the display is not working. There are several conditions that will invoke the RPM limiter, preventing the engine from rising above 3500RPM.

Check the electrical box for a blown fuse for the MFI display (1.4 Amp fuse, I think). Do not put a larger size fuse in, replace it only with a fuse of the same rating.

Is the fuel or oil level low?

[lamarp]

lamarp

It is full of oil and fuel. Yes it has a digital display, but it has condensation in it and it is not visible. The speed side is definitely not working, but not sure about the rpm/gas/oil side as the lens is blocked from seeing with condenstion.

I will go see if I can find the electrical box and check the fuse. Do you know about where the electircal box is.

I can not fine an owners manual on line, only service manual. The dealer did not have a manual. The unit is in pretty good shape, but he sells Kawsaki and not Polaris.

[lamarp]

Found what I though was electrical box,( wire from battery directly into box) but because there was not enough slack in the wires, I could not open it enough to see any fuses. Do you have any other ideas as to what would cause the unit to have some type of limit to the rpms?

[K447]

Found what I though was electrical box,( wire from battery directly into box) but because there was not enough slack in the wires, I could not open it enough to see any fuses.
Do you have any other ideas as to what would cause the unit to have some type of limit to the rpms?

Disconnect the battery negative cable before opening the electrical box. It should not be too hard to open.

Can you give us some photos of the engine area, the electrical box, and this fogged display?

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There are a number of possible reasons for not having full power, ranging from a warning issue, to carburetor problems, to internal engine damage.

If you can, remove the spark plugs and check compression on both cylinders (I presume it is a two cylinder engine, not a three cylinder Virage TX). Be sure to hold the throttle open while cranking to get the maximum reading on the compression gauge.

Check that you have the proper spark plug type installed, and that the spark plugs are in good condition (not wet or fouled at the electrode tip). The Service Manual has the correct type listed.

[lamarp]

lamarp

Too tired tonight, but will try tomorrow. Thanks very much for your assistance. I will check back.

lamarp

[lamarp]

Lamarp

It has taken be a few days to get back on the site. In the mean time, the 2001 Polaris Virage that would not run much past at idle, I took back to the shop. The console shroud (speedometer and other insturments are wet and not working. They had to disconnect the shroud unit in order to make the jetski run full speed. It worked and it now runs like a scalded dog. However, the start/stop swith also got disconnected in the process. This is more of an aggravaation, but not a serious problem.

Question?

Where is the best place to find a used or new (reasonably priced) shroud unit (instruments)? I can certainly make it without it, but the dealer said a new unit was over $400. Since I only paid $2k for the jetski, that is a little unreasonable.

Any ideas or help would be appreciated.

[K447]

The console shroud (speedometer and other insturments) are wet and not working.
You must mean the MFI digital display unit.

...However, the start/stop swith also got disconnected in the process. This is more of an aggravaation, but not a serious problem.
What do you mean by 'disconnected'?
Haw are you starting and stopping the engine?

...Where is the best place to find a used or new (reasonably priced) shroud unit (instruments)?...

John Zigler is one source for used parts, others would be the Classifieds on here (any Virage or Genesis MFI display will fit, look for PWC being parted out), and of course eBay.

If your 2001 model has start/stop module (sometimes combined with the LR voltage regulator), check that it is properly wired up.

BTW, it sounds like the wet MFI display was invoking RPM limit mode on the engine. Since you don't have any display at the moment, you cannot see if there is still some warning issue that may still need attention. I suggest you get a display on there, if only temporary, to confirm there is nothing else needing attention.

Do you know if the repair shop installed a spare MFI display while they were diagnosing the problem?

[johnson]

1994 polaris SL 750cc p.w.c.

hey everyone i was wonering if you could help me out im looking to buy a 1994 polaris SL 750cc p.w.c. . can you tell me about it like the good things and things i should watch out for thanks

[K447]

hey everyone i was wondering if you could help me out im looking to buy a 1994 Polaris SL 750cc p.w.c. . can you tell me about it like the good things and things i should watch out for thanks

Welcome to the Hulk

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[bowsniper]

hey everyone i was wonering if you could help me out im looking to buy a 1994 polaris SL 750cc p.w.c. . can you tell me about it like the good things and things i should watch out for thanks

I have 1. They go 50 MPH, decent on gas. does'nt hold 2 people all that well. wobbly with 2. Porposies at high speed so ya have to lean back at full speed. or use the electric trim on it! but fun!! spins 180's 360's- big skis cant. Tons of mods for them for speed, handling, turning. Fairly cheap to fix. Parts are plentiful on here for them. Tons of people here willing to help ya. Lighter than heavier, some skis are over 550 lbs. Fun to ride. Bigger version is the SLT 3-seater.

Updates required. gas tank lines replaced, check all screens-exhaust,intake, inlet,ete, replace fuel pump with triple pump and get rid of auto cock, replace all fuel lines, replace all filters,replace tank gas cap with alum one. Usually can find 1 between 300-1000 dollars. just depends on hours,condition, seller attitude,location......Ride more, worry less.


I paid 500.00 for mine. Running!

[bowsniper]

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