Trouble Recovery
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EMU38671
Troubleshooting
A problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition
systems can cause poor starting, loss of pow-
er, or other problems. This section describes
basic checks and possible remedies, and cov-
ers all Yamaha outboard motors. Therefore
some items may not apply to your model.
If your outboard motor requires repair, bring it
to your Yamaha dealer.
If the engine trouble-alert indicator is flashing,
consult your Yamaha dealer.
The Yamaha Security System does not op-
erate correctly.
Q. Is receiver within the communicating range
from the remote control transmitter?
A. Operate remote control transmitter within
the communicating range from the receiver.
Q. Is main switch “
” position?
A. Turn main switch to “
” position.
Q. Is communication obstructing objects such
as other source of communication machine or
metal close by?
A. Operate remote control transmitter away
from the other source of communication ma-
chine or metal.
Q. Is remote control transmitter registered?
A. Use remote control transmitter registered
with the receiver.
Q. Has the battery cell of the remote control
transmitter discharged?
A. Operate from spare remote control trans-
mitter or replace battery cell by a Yamaha
dealer.
Q. Are battery connections loose or corrod-
ed?
A. Tighten battery cables and clean battery
terminals.
Q. Is battery capacity weak or low?
A. Check battery condition. Use battery of rec-
ommended capacity.
Starter will not operate.
Q. Is battery capacity weak or low?
A. Check battery condition. Use battery of rec-
ommended capacity.
Q. Are battery connections loose or corrod-
ed?
A. Tighten battery cables and clean battery
terminals.
Q. Is fuse for electric start relay or electric cir-
cuit blown?
A. Check for cause of electric overload and
repair. Replace fuse with one of correct am-
perage.
Q. Are starter components faulty?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Q. Is shift lever in gear?
A. Shift to neutral.
Engine will not start (starter operates).
Q. Is your Yamaha Security System in the
lock mode?
A. Set the security system to the unlock
mode. For further information, see page 19.
Q. Is fuel tank empty?
A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.
Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale?
A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.
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