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A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.
Q. Is fuel filter clogged?
A. Clean or replace filter.
Q. Is starting procedure incorrect?
A. See page 57.
Q. Has fuel pump malfunctioned?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Q. Are spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect
type?
A. Inspect spark plug(s). Clean or replace
with recommended type.
Q. Are spark plug cap(s) fitted incorrectly?
A. Check and re-fit cap(s).
Q. Is ignition wiring damaged or poorly con-
nected?
A. Check wires for wear or breaks. Tighten all
loose connections. Replace worn or broken
wires.
Q. Are ignition parts faulty?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Q. Is engine shut-off cord (lanyard) not at-
tached?
A. Attach cord.
Q. Are engine inner parts damaged?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Engine idles irregularly or stalls.
Q. Are spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect
type?
A. Inspect spark plug(s). Clean or replace
with recommended type.
Q. Is fuel system obstructed?
A. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or
other obstructions in fuel system.
Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale?
A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.
Q. Is fuel filter clogged?
A. Clean or replace filter.
Q. Have ignition parts failed?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Q. Has alert system activated?
A. Find and correct cause of alert.
Q. Is spark plug gap incorrect?
A. Inspect and adjust as specified.
Q. Is ignition wiring damaged or poorly con-
nected?
A. Check wires for wear or breaks. Tighten all
loose connections. Replace worn or broken
wires.
Q. Is specified engine oil not being used?
A. Check and replace oil as specified.
Q. Is thermostat faulty or clogged?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Q. Is fuel pump damaged?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Q. Is air vent screw on fuel tank closed?
A. Open air vent screw.
Q. Is motor angle too high?
A. Return to normal operating position.
Q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect?
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