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Read this manual carefully before operating this

outboard motor.

OWNER’S MANUAL

VF200

VF225

VF250

LIT-18626-12-04

6CB-28199-3B-E0

6CB-9-3B-1E0.book 1 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日　木曜日　午後５時２９分

2019 Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

Summary of Contents for VF200

Page 1: ... carefully before operating this outboard motor OWNER S MANUAL VF200 VF225 VF250 LIT 18626 12 04 6CB 28199 3B E0 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 1 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 2: ... qui sont considérés par l état de Californie comme étant cancérigènes et au monoxyde de carbone qui est considéré par l état de Californie comme un facteur de malformations congénitales ou d autres troubles de la reproduction Pour plus d informations rendez vous sur www P65Warnings ca gov ZMU08844 Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor Keep this manual onboard in a waterp...

Page 3: ... machine and this manual If there is any question concerning this manu al please consult your Yamaha dealer To ensure long product life Yamaha recom mends that you use the product and perform the specified periodic inspections and main tenance by correctly following the instruc tions in the owner s manual Any damage resulting from neglect of these instructions is not covered by warranty Some count...

Page 4: ...equirements 14 Specifications 14 Installation requirements 15 Boat horsepower rating 15 Mounting outboard motor 15 Remote control requirements 16 Battery requirements 16 Battery specifications 16 Propeller selection 17 Start in gear protection 17 Engine oil requirements 17 Fuel requirements 18 Gasoline 18 Gasoline Additives 19 Muddy or acidic water 20 Anti fouling paint 20 Outboard motor disposal ...

Page 5: ... 53 Engine shut off cord lanyard 53 Engine oil 53 Outboard motor 54 Flushing device 54 Installing top cowling 54 Checking power trim and tilt unit 56 Battery 57 Filling fuel 57 Operating engine 57 Sending fuel 57 Starting engine 58 Checks after starting engine 60 Cooling water 60 Warming up engine 60 Procedure for warming up engine 60 Checks after engine warm up 60 Shifting 60 Stop switches 61 Shi...

Page 6: ...5 Connecting the battery 96 Disconnecting the battery 96 Trouble Recovery 98 Troubleshooting 98 Temporary action in emergency 101 Impact damage 101 Replacing fuse 101 Power trim and tilt unit will not operate 102 Water separator alert is activated after leaving port 103 Treatment of submerged outboard motor 104 Consumer information For North America 106 YAMAHA FOUR STROKE OUTBOARD MOTOR THREE YEAR...

Page 7: ...n the outboard motor is trimmed or tilted Keep body parts out of this area at all times Make sure that no one is in this area before operat ing the power trim and tilt mechanism The power trim and tilt switches operate even when the main switch is turned to the off position Keep people away from the power trim and tilt switches whenever working around the outboard motor Never get under the outboar...

Page 8: ...s contributing to boating fatalities EMU40281 Personal flotation devices PFDs Have an approved PFD on board for every occupant Yamaha recommends that you must wear a PFD whenever boating At a minimum children and non swimmers should always wear PFDs and everyone should wear PFDs when there are potentially hazardous boating conditions EMU33732 People in the water Always watch carefully for people i...

Page 9: ...er EMU44161 Accident reporting Boat operators are required by law to file a Boating Accident Report with their boating law enforcement agency if their boat is in volved in any of the following accidents 1 There is loss of life or probable loss of life 2 There is personal injury that requires medical attention beyond first aid 3 There is property damage to boats or other property over a certain amo...

Page 10: ...ly the same as the International Rules of the Road The rules presented in the following section are con densed and have been provided for your convenience only Contact the U S Coast Guard the National Association of State Boating Law Adminis trators or your local Power Squadron for a complete set of rules governing the waters in which you will be using your boat EMU44740 Boating organizations The ...

Page 11: ...in your direction and speed the other vessel will be able to determine how best to avoid you Give way vessel The vessel that does not have the right of way has the duty to take positive and timely action to stay out of the way of the Stand On vessel Normally you should not cross in front of the vessel with the right of way You should slow down or change directions brief ly and pass behind the othe...

Page 12: ...the way of the other If the other vessel is on your right you must keep out of its way you are the Give Way vessel If the other vessel is on your port left side remember that you should maintain course and direc tion provided the other vessel gives you the right of way as it should Overtaking If you are passing another vessel you are the Give Way vessel This means that the other vessel is expected...

Page 13: ... The waters of the United States are marked for safe navigation by the lateral system of buoyage Simply put buoys and markers have an arrangement of shapes colors numbers and lights to show which side of the buoy a boater should pass on when navigat ing in a particular direction The markings on these buoys are oriented from the perspec tive of being entered from seaward the boat er is going toward...

Page 14: ...Safety information 8 ZMU01708 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 8 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 15: ...mber is stamped on your key as shown in the illustration Write down this number in the space provided for reference when ordering a new key EMU46133 Compliance mark label Engines affixed with this label conform to the regulations for each country This label is affixed to the clamp bracket or swivel bracket Regulatory Compliance Mark RCM Engines affixed with this mark conform to certain portion s o...

Page 16: ...with this mark meet all re quirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations 1 Regulatory Compliance Mark RCM 1 ICES 002 Compliance Label ZMU08190 1 ZMU08191 1 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 10 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 17: ...h the boat Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat If you need any additional information contact your Yamaha dealer EMU33836 Warning labels If these labels are damaged or missing contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements 1 2 ZMU07697 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 11 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 18: ...ting or during operation 2 WARNING EWM01672 Read Owner s Manuals and labels Wear an approved personal flotation device PFD Attach engine shut off cord lanyard to your PFD arm or leg so the engine stops if you accidentally leave the helm which could prevent a runaway boat 6EE G2794 40 6EE H1994 40 1 2 6EE G2794 50 6EE H1994 50 ZMU06191 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 12 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m ...

Page 19: ...symbols mean as follows Notice Warning Read Owner s Manual Hazard caused by continuous rotation Electrical hazard ZMU05696 ZMU05664 ZMU05665 ZMU05666 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 13 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 20: ... Idle speed in neutral 650 750 r min VF250XA 700 800 r min VF200A VF225A VF250LA Power unit Type 4 stroke DOHC V6 24 valves Total displacement 4169 cm3 254 4 c i Bore stroke 96 0 96 0 mm 3 78 3 78 in Ignition system TCI Spark plug NGK LFR6A 11 Spark plug gap 1 0 1 1 mm 0 039 0 043 in Steering system Remote steering Starting system Electric starter Starting carburetion system Fuel injection Valve c...

Page 21: ...Tightening torque Spark plug 28 N m 2 86 kgf m 20 7 lb ft Propeller nut 54 N m 5 51 kgf m 39 8 lb ft Engine oil drain bolt 27 N m 2 75 kgf m 19 9 lb ft Engine oil filter 18 N m 1 84 kgf m 13 3 lb ft EMU33556 Installation requirements EMU33565 Boat horsepower rating WARNING EWM01561 Overpowering a boat can cause severe instability Before installing the outboard motor s con firm that the total horse...

Page 22: ...n one of the following combinations CCA SAE and RC MCA ABYC and RC For Oceania It is necessary to meet the following specifi cations NOTICE ECM01063 Do not use a battery that does not meet the specified capacity If a battery that does not meet specifications is used the electric system could perform poor ly or be overloaded causing electric system damage Do not use a battery which exceeds the maxi...

Page 23: ...ighter loads VF200LA VF225LA VF250LA Yamaha recommends Ventless Design For new 4 stroke VMAX SHO for your propeller For further information consult your Yamaha dealer VF250XA Yamaha recommends to use a propeller suit able for the Shift Dampener System SDS For further information consult your Yamaha dealer To check the propeller see page 90 Propeller example EMU25771 Start in gear protection Yamaha...

Page 24: ... the fuel tank Contaminated fuel can cause poor performance or engine damage Use only fresh gasoline that has been stored in clean containers Gasoline with Ethanol Two types of gasoline are commonly avail able in the U S A Canada Australia and New Zealand for use in automobiles and boats conventional gasoline without Ethanol and gasoline with Ethanol which is typically referred to as E10 gasoline ...

Page 25: ...xture is very corrosive to aluminum fuel tanks and fuel system components The usable life span of E10 gasoline may be shorter than the normal length of off season boat storage causing starting and running problems related to stale fuel For more information on using fuel contain ing ethanol visit http www yamaha mo tor com Gasoline Filtration Yamaha outboard motors are equipped with internal fuel f...

Page 26: ...mulated for use on aluminum may be applied to the out board motor The original Yamaha paint sur face may be scuffed lightly before applying anti fouling paint but do not remove the orig inal paint Removal of the original paint will increase the rate of corrosion NOTICE ECM04821 Anti fouling paint for fiberglass and wood may contain materials such as copper graphite and tin that can cause corrosion...

Page 27: ...s labeled with a Cali fornia Air Resources Board CARB star la bel See below for a description of your particular label EMU40331 One Star Low Emission The one star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 75 lower emissions than conventional carbureted two stroke e...

Page 28: ...ssion standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003 2008 exhaust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 65 lower emissions than One Star Low Emission en gines EMU33862 Four Stars Super Ultra Low Emission The four star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2009 exhaust emission standards Personal Watercraft an...

Page 29: ...from dealer VF200LA VF225LA VF250LA 1 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 7 9 9 2 ZMU06898 1 Top cowling 2 Idle hole 3 Anti cavitation plate 4 Propeller 5 Cooling water inlet 6 Clamp bracket 7 Cowling lock lever 8 Flushing device 9 Power trim and tilt switch 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 23 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 30: ...e 3 Anti cavitation plate 4 Trim tab anode 5 Propeller 6 Cooling water inlet 7 Clamp bracket 8 Tilt support lever 9 Cowling lock lever 10 Flushing device 11 Power trim and tilt switch 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 24 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 31: ...wling lock lever 4 Power trim and tilt switch 5 Flushing device 6 Oil level plug 7 Gear oil drain screw 8 Cooling water inlet 9 Anode 10 Power trim and tilt unit 11 Fuel filter 12 Fuse box 13 Oil filler cap 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 25 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 32: ...ock lever 4 Power trim and tilt switch 5 Flushing device 6 Oil level plug 7 Gear oil drain screw 8 Cooling water inlet 9 Anode 10 Power trim and tilt unit 11 Fuel filter 12 Fuse box 13 Oil filler cap 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 26 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 33: ...e mount type 2 Remote control box binnacle mount type 3 Switch panel for use with side mount type 4 Switch panel for use with binnacle type 5 Tilt support shaft 6 Digital tachometer 7 Digital speedometer 8 Fuel management meter 9 6Y8 Multifunction tachometer 10 6Y8 Multifunction speed fuel meter 1 Power trim and tilt switch 2 Remote control lever 3 Free accelerator button 4 Engine shut off switch ...

Page 34: ...on To move the remote control lever forward or rearward from the neutral position pull the neutral interlock trigger up and then move the remote control lever EMU26234 Free accelerator To open the throttle without shifting into ei 1 Power trim and tilt switch 2 Remote control lever 3 Free accelerator button 4 Throttle friction adjuster 1 Neutral 2 Forward 3 Reverse 4 Fully closed 5 Throttle 6 Full...

Page 35: ...ottle friction adjuster The throttle friction adjuster can be used to adjust the resistance to movement of the re mote control lever and can be set according to operator preference Adjust the throttle friction according to the following procedure 1 Remove the cap 2 To increase resistance turn the adjuster clockwise To decrease resistance turn the adjuster counterclockwise WARNING Do not overtighte...

Page 36: ...your arm or leg while operating Do not attach the cord to clothing that could tear loose Do not route the cord where it could become en tangled preventing it from functioning Avoid accidentally pulling the cord dur ing normal operation Loss of engine power means the loss of most steering control Also without engine power the boat could slow rapidly This could cause people and objects in the boat t...

Page 37: ...to the tran som Pushing the switch up trims the outboard motor up and then tilts it up Push ing the switch down tilts the outboard motor down and trims it down When the switch is released the outboard motor will stop in its current position For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch see pages 63 and 65 EMU26156 Power trim and tilt switch on bottom cowling The power trim and tilt swit...

Page 38: ...laced to be sure steering is correct Be sure you have tightened the bolt after ad justing the trim tab The trim tab should be adjusted so that the steering control can be turned to either the right or left by applying the same amount of force If the boat tends to veer to the left port side turn the trim tab rear end to the port side A in the figure If the boat tends to veer to the right starboard ...

Page 39: ...ning position use an additional support device to se cure it in the tilt position EMU40762 Cowling lock lever The cowling lock levers are used to secure the top cowling EMU40803 Flushing device The flushing device is used to clean the cool ing water passages of the outboard motor using a garden hose and tap water For in structions on using the flushing device see page 73 1 Tilt support lever ZMU08...

Page 40: ...utboard motor in the tilted up position Installing tilt support shaft 1 Fully tilt the outboard motor up 2 Insert the tilt support shaft between the swivel bracket and the clamp bracket from the starboard side of the outboard motor until the plate on the tilt support shaft contacts the swivel bracket Insert the tilt support shaft so that the end of the plate is pointing in the direction shown in t...

Page 41: ...t is secured in place Removing tilt support shaft 1 Fully tilt the outboard motor up and then remove the tilt support shaft 2 Tilt the outboard motor down 1 Tilt support shaft 2 Plate 3 Clamp bracket 1 Tilt support shaft 1 2 3 ZMU06976 1 ZMU06925 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 35 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 42: ...l blink EMU26652 Hour meter This meter shows the number of hours the engine has been run It can be set to show the total number of hours or the number of hours for the current trip The display can also be turned on and off To change the display format press the mode button The display can show total hours or trip hours or turn off To reset the trip hours simultaneously press the set and mode butto...

Page 43: ...ator is on Serious en gine damage will occur EMU26603 Digital speedometer This gauge shows the boat speed and other information All segments of the display will light momen tarily after the main switch is turned on and will return to normal thereafter EMU36062 Speedometer The speedometer displays km h mph or knots according to operator preference Se lect the desired units of measurement by set tin...

Page 44: ...nts to trip meter clock or voltmeter EMU26692 Trip meter This gauge displays the distance the boat has traveled since the gauge was last reset The trip distance is shown in kilometers or miles depending upon the unit of measure ment selected for the speedometer To reset the trip meter to zero press the set and mode buttons at the same time The trip distance is kept in memory by bat tery power The ...

Page 45: ...gine at full throttle if an alert device has activated Get back to the port using trolling engine speed NOTICE Running out of fuel can damage the engine ECM01771 EMU26733 Low battery voltage alert indicator If battery voltage drops the display will auto matically turn on and blink Get back to the port soon if an alert device has activated For charging the battery con sult your Yamaha dealer EMU267...

Page 46: ...eter can display the fuel flow of either or both engines To change the fuel flow display press the set button repeatedly until the gauge displays for fuel flow to the starboard en gine only for fuel flow to the port engine only or for total fuel flow both en gines EMU36091 Fuel consumption meter Fuel economy meter Twin engine speed synchronizer The display shows either the fuel consump tion meter ...

Page 47: ... additives The Yamaha digital speedometer and fuel management meter calculates speed miles traveled and fuel economy by water movement at the stern of the boat This distance can vary greatly from the actual distance traveled because of water cur rents sea swells and the condition of the water speed sensor if partially plugged or damaged Individual engines may slightly vary in their fuel consumptio...

Page 48: ...r only operates when a water separator sensor is equipped EMU46654 6Y8 Multifunction meters There are two types of 6Y8 Multifunction me ters 6Y8 Multifunction tachometer 6Y8 Multifunction speed fuel meter 6Y8 Multifunction tachometer 1 Port engine speed is higher 2 Port engine speed is slightly higher 3 Engine speed is synchronized evenly between port and starboard engines 4 Starboard engine speed...

Page 49: ...Yamaha Security System indicator is off before starting the engine Water separator alert indicator If water has accumulated in the water sepa rator fuel filter while cruising the water sep arator alert indicator will start to blink 1 Set button 2 Mode button 1 Speedometer 2 Fuel meter 3 Multifunction display SET MODE 2 1 ZMU08409 1 3 2 ZMU08410 1 Yamaha Security System indicator optional 2 Water s...

Page 50: ... battery voltage drops the battery volt age value will start to blink Get back to the port soon if the low battery voltage alert device has activated For charg ing the battery consult your Yamaha dealer Overheat alert indicator If the engine temperature rises too high while cruising the overheat alert indicator will start to blink and the engine speed will automati cally decrease to about 2000 350...

Page 51: ...nd the engine speed will automatical ly decrease to about 2000 3500 r min Stop the engine immediately if the buzzer sounds and the low oil pressure alert indica tor blinks Check the engine oil level and re plenish oil if necessary If the alert device has activated while the appropriate engine oil level is maintained consult your Yamaha dealer NOTICE ECM01602 Do not continue to run the engine if th...

Page 52: ...zzer will sound if equipped on the tiller handle remote control box or main switch panel If the alert system has activated stop the en gine and check the cooling water inlets Check trim angle to be sure that the cool ing water inlet is submerged Check the cooling water inlet for clogging EMU2685A Low oil pressure alert If the oil pressure drops too low the alert de vice will activate The engine sp...

Page 53: ...eds a specific volume the alert system will activate The water separator alert indicator will come on or blink The buzzer will sound intermittently when the remote control lever is in the neutral position If the alert system has activated stop the en gine and check the fuel filter If any water is found in the fuel consult a Yamaha dealer NOTICE ECM02341 Although the buzzer will stop when the ZMU06...

Page 54: ...the remote control lever is moved to the forward or reverse position do not use the outboard motor Otherwise serious engine damage could occur 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 48 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 55: ...Mounting height The mounting height of your outboard motor affects its efficiency and reliability If it is mounted too high propeller ventilation may occur which will reduce propulsion due to excessive propeller slip and the cooling wa ter inlet for the cooling system may not get an adequate water supply which can cause en gine overheating If the engine is mounted too low water resistance drag wil...

Page 56: ...water spray enough water could enter the engine through the air intake opening in the top cowling to cause severe engine damage Remove the cause of the airborne water spray 1 Idle hole 1 ZMU06913 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 50 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 57: ...0802 EMU41223 Procedure for breaking in engine Your new engine requires a period of 10 hours break in so that mating surfaces of moving parts wear in evenly Operate the engine in the water under load in gear with a propeller installed for 10 hours as follows When breaking in the en gine avoid extended idling rough water and crowded areas 1 For the 1st hour of operation Operate the engine at varyin...

Page 58: ...n the water turn the main switch to the on position and check the fuel level For fuel filling in structions see page 57 EMU40774 Removing top cowling For the following checks remove the top cowling from the bottom cowling To remove the top cowling pull the cowling lock levers and lift up the top cowling EMU36443 Fuel system WARNING EWM00061 Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam mable and explosi...

Page 59: ...k that operation is smooth and unrestricted throughout the whole range with no binding or excessive free play Operate the remote control lever several times to check that there is no hesitation in its travel Operation should be smooth over the complete range of motion Inspect the throttle and shift cable connec tions for damage and looseness EMU40363 Engine shut off cord lanyard Check the engine s...

Page 60: ...at the flushing device s garden hose connector is securely screwed on to the fit ting on the bottom cowling NOTICE If the garden hose connector is not properly connected cooling water can leak out and the engine can overheat during oper ation ECM01802 EMU40752 Installing top cowling 1 Check the rubber seal for damage If the rubber seal is damaged have it replaced by a Yamaha dealer 1 Oil dipstick ...

Page 61: ...wling 6 Check the fitting of the top cowling by pushing it with both hands NOTICE If the top cowling is not installed cor rectly water can enter the top cowl ing and damage the engine or the top cowling can blow off at high speeds ECM02371 1 Top cowling 2 Protrusion 3 Holder 4 Bottom cowling 1 Top cowling 2 Protrusion 3 Holder 4 Bottom cowling 2 3 4 1 ZMU07015 2 1 4 3 2 3 ZMU07016 1 Cowling lock l...

Page 62: ...ar the out board motor before performing this check 1 Check the power trim and tilt unit for fluid leakage 2 Operate each of the power trim and tilt switches on the bottom cowling and re mote control lever to check that all switches work 3 Tilt the outboard motor up and check that the tilt rod and trim rods are extend ed completely 4 Check that the tilt rod and trim rods are ZMU06969 1 Power trim ...

Page 63: ...r clothes 1 Make sure that the engine is stopped 2 Make sure that the boat is in a well ven tilated outdoor area either securely moored or trailered 3 Make sure that no one is in the boat 4 Do not smoke and keep away from sparks flames static electric discharge or other sources of ignition 5 If you use a portable container to store and dispense fuel only use a locally ap proved GASOLINE container ...

Page 64: ...where it could become entangled pre venting it from functioning Avoid accidentally pulling the engine shut off cord during normal operation Loss of engine power means the loss of most steering control Also without en gine power the boat could slow rapidly This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward 1 Move the remote control lever to the neutral position TIP The start in ge...

Page 65: ...to return it to the on position NOTICE Never turn the main switch to start while the engine is running Do not keep the starter motor turning for more than 5 seconds If the starter motor is turned continuously for ZMU07037 ZMU06996 ZMU07031 ON OFF ZMU06927 ON OFF ZMU07032 ON START ZMU06928 ON START 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 59 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n ...

Page 66: ...nlet on the lower case or the cooling water pilot hole is blocked Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected EMU27671 Warming up engine EMU41234 Procedure for warming up engine 1 After starting the engine warm up the engine until the engine speed stabilizes at idle speed to provide maximum oper ating performance and acceleration NOTICE Failure to do so will shorten e...

Page 67: ...fore shifting into gear Until the engine is warm the idle speed may be higher than normal High idle speed can prevent you from shifting back to neutral If this occurs stop the engine shift to neutral then restart the engine and allow it to warm up To shift out of neutral 1 Pull the neutral interlock trigger up if equipped 2 Move the remote control lever firmly and crisply forward for forward gear ...

Page 68: ... or damage to the boat could occur The boat is not equipped with a separate braking system Water resistance stops it af ter the throttle is closed and the engine re turns to idle speed The stopping distance varies depending on gross weight water sur face conditions and wind direction EMU27822 Stopping engine Before stopping the engine first let it cool off for a few minutes at idle or low speed St...

Page 69: ...le of the outboard motor helps determine the position of the bow of the boat in the water Correct trim angle will help im prove performance and fuel economy while reducing strain on the engine Correct trim angle depends upon the combination of boat engine and propeller Correct trim is also affected by variables such as the load in the boat sea conditions and running speed EMU40422 Adjusting trim a...

Page 70: ...ing boat trim When the boat is on plane a bow up attitude results in less drag greater stability and effi ciency This is generally when the keel line of the boat is up about 3 to 5 degrees With the bow up the boat may have a greater tenden cy to steer to one side or the other Compen sate for this as you steer When the bow of the boat is down it is easier to accelerate from a standing start onto pl...

Page 71: ...e duce salt corrosion WARNING EWM01544 Make sure that all people are clear of the outboard motor when tilting the outboard motor up and down Body parts can be crushed between the outboard motor and the clamp bracket when the outboard mo tor is trimmed or tilted NOTICE ECM00993 Before tilting the outboard motor fol low the procedure under Stopping en gine in this chapter Never tilt the outboard mot...

Page 72: ...the down side of the power trim and tilt switch to retract the trim rods NOTICE Make sure that the trim rods retracts completely during mooring This pro tects the rods from marine growth and corrosion which could damage the power trim and tilt mechanism ECM00253 1 Power trim and tilt switch ZMU07034 N ZMU06926 N 1 UP ZMU06937 1 Power trim and tilt switch 1 Tilt support shaft ZMU06986 1 UP 1 ZMU069...

Page 73: ...y if oil in the power trim and tilt unit or in the power tilt unit loses pressure EWM00263 NOTICE Do not use the tilt support lever or knob when trailering the boat The outboard mo tor could shake loose from the tilt support and fall If the motor cannot be trailered in the normal running po sition use an additional support de vice to secure it in the tilt position For more detailed information see...

Page 74: ...ich could damage the power trim and tilt mechanism ECM00253 EMU46200 Procedure for tilting down Tilting down when using the tilt support shaft 1 If using the tilt support shaft fully tilt the outboard motor up and then remove the tilt support shaft 2 Push the down side of the power trim and tilt switch to tilt the outboard motor down ZMU08314 1 Trim rods 1 Tilt support shaft 1 ZMU08315 1 ZMU06925 ...

Page 75: ...rd motor can be tilted up partially to allow operation in shallow water NOTICE ECM02361 Do not tilt the outboard motor up so that the cooling water inlet on the lower unit is above the surface of the water when set ting up for and cruising in shallow water Otherwise severe damage from overheat ing can result 1 Power trim and tilt switch 1 Power trim and tilt switch 1 DN ZMU06941 ZMU06987 1 DN ZMU0...

Page 76: ...lision with another boat or an obstacle EWM01851 3 To return the outboard motor to the nor mal running position push the down side of the power trim and tilt switch to tilt the outboard motor down slowly EMU28196 Cruising in other conditions Cruising in salt water After operating in salt water flush the cooling water passages with fresh water to prevent them from becoming clogged Also rinse the 1 ...

Page 77: ...age 20 if you use the outboard motor in acidic water or water with a lot of sediment in it such as muddy or turbid cloudy water After operating in such water flush the cool ing passages with fresh water to prevent cor rosion Also rinse the outside of the outboard motor with fresh water 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 71 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 78: ...boat for extended periods 2 months or longer it is best to com pletely remove all gasoline from the boat s fuel tank s If it is not possible to remove the gasoline add one ounce of Yamalube Fuel Stabilizer Conditioner Plus to each gallon of gasoline in a full tank of gasoline to pro vide fuel stability and corrosion protection TIP Do not fill the fuel tank s to the point of over flowing Approximat...

Page 79: ...en dry the out board motor completely For instructions on cleaning the outboard motor see page 72 NOTICE Do not spray water into the air intake ECM01841 2 Spray the outboard motor powerhead with Yamaha Silicone Protectant 3 Wax the cowling with a non abrasive wax such as Yamalube Professional Polish EMU40964 Flushing cooling water passage Perform this procedure right after operation for the most t...

Page 80: ...ts Unless otherwise specified stop the engine and keep the key and engine shut off cord lanyard with you when you perform maintenance The power trim and tilt switches oper ate even when the main switch is turned to the off position Keep people away from the power trim and tilt switches whenever working around the outboard motor When the outboard motor is tilted keep away from the area under it or ...

Page 81: ...ur normal operating conditions are different you should consider service more often than shown especially how often you change your engine oil and gear oil Ex amples might include extended wide open throttle use or long periods of trolling or idling carrying heavy loads or frequent starting and stopping or shifting More fre quent maintenance will often pay off many times over in increased engine l...

Page 82: ...hed with clean water after each use The symbol indicates the check ups which you may carry out yourself The symbol indicates work to be carried out by your Yamaha dealer Item Actions Initial Every Page 20 hours 3 months 100 hours 1 year 300 hours 3 years 500 hours 5 years Anode s external Inspection or replacement as necessary 95 Anode s internal 1 Inspection or replacement as necessary Anode s in...

Page 83: ...through tube Inspection and greasing Impeller water pump housing Inspection or replacement as necessary Impeller water pump housing Replacement OCV Oil Control Valve filter Replacement Power trim and tilt unit Inspection 56 Propeller propeller nut cotter pin Inspection or replacement as necessary 90 Shift link shift cable Inspection adjust ment or replace ment as necessary Spark plug s Inspection ...

Page 84: ...ing belt Inspection or replacement as necessary Valve clearance Inspection and adjustment Cooling water inlet Inspection 23 Main switch stop switch Inspection or replacement as necessary Wire harness con nections wire cou pler connections Inspection or replacement as necessary Yamaha Meter gauge Inspection Item Actions Every Page 1000 hours Exhaust guide exhaust manifold Inspection or replacement ...

Page 85: ...Maintenance 79 EMU41302 Greasing Yamalube Marine Grease VF200LA VF225LA VF250LA ZMU06946 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 79 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 86: ...ample if the center electrode porcelain is very white this could indicate an intake air leak or carburetion problem in that cylinder Do not attempt to diagnose any problems yourself Instead take the out board motor to a Yamaha dealer You should periodically remove and check the spark ZMU08316 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 80 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A...

Page 87: ...eful not to damage the in sulator A damaged insulator could allow external sparks which could lead to explosion or fire EWM00562 To check the spark plug 1 Check the condition of the spark plug If electrode erosion becomes excessive or carbon and other deposits are exces sive replace the spark plug with the specified plug 2 Measure the spark plug gap using a thickness gauge If the spark plug gap is...

Page 88: ...gital tachome ter that is equipped on the boat Results may vary depending on whether testing is con ducted with the outboard motor in the water 1 Start the engine and allow it to warm up fully in neutral until it is running smooth ly 2 Inspect the engine idle speed If the en gine idle speed is out of specification consult a Yamaha dealer or other quali fied mechanic EMU41207 Changing engine oil WA...

Page 89: ...ing an oil changer recommended 1 Put the outboard motor in an upright po sition not tilted NOTICE If the out board motor is not level the oil level indicated on the oil dipstick may not be accurate ECM01862 2 Start the engine Warm it up and keep the idle speed for 5 10 minutes 3 Stop the engine and leave it for 5 10 minutes 4 Remove the top cowling 5 Remove the oil filler cap 6 Remove the oil dips...

Page 90: ...eaks stop the engine and find the cause Continued operation with a problem could cause severe engine damage Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected ECM01623 15 Install the top cowling 16 Dispose of used oil according to local regulations TIP For more information on the disposal of used oil consult your Yamaha dealer Change the oil more often when operating the eng...

Page 91: ...emove the top cowling 5 Remove the screws 6 Remove the bolts VF200LA VF225LA VF250LA VF250XA 7 Remove the apron from starboard side as shown in the illustration 1 Screw ZMU07021 1 ZMU07962 1 Bolt 1 Bolt 1 1 ZMU07963 1 1 1 1 ZMU07957 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 85 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 92: ...he drain screw and gasket while holding the container under the drain hole Let the oil drain completely Wipe up any spilled oil immediately VF200LA VF225LA VF250LA 1 Apron 1 Apron 1 ZMU07964 1 ZMU07958 1 Oil filler cap 1 Drain screw 2 Gasket 1 ZMU06951 1 2 ZMU07965 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 86 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 93: ...d cause leakage or damage If the oil level is above the upper level mark drain until the level meets the specified capacity ECM01851 12 Install the oil filler cap 13 Leave the outboard motor for 5 10 min utes 14 Remove the oil dipstick and wipe it clean 15 Insert the dipstick and remove it again Be sure to completely insert the dipstick into the dipstick guide otherwise the oil 1 Drain screw 2 Gas...

Page 94: ...or comes on or if there are oil leaks stop the engine and find the cause Continued operation with a problem could cause severe engine damage Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected ECM01623 18 Install the apron on the starboard side as shown in the illustration VF200LA VF225LA VF250LA VF250XA 19 Apply LOCTITE 572 to the threads of the bolts and then install the bo...

Page 95: ...n on the disposal of used oil consult your Yamaha dealer Change the oil more often when operating the engine under adverse conditions such as extended trolling EMU29116 Inspecting wiring and connectors Inspect that each connector is engaged securely Inspect that each ground lead is properly secured 1 Bolt 1 Bolt 1 1 ZMU07963 1 1 1 ZMU07961 1 Screw 1 ZMU07962 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 89 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜...

Page 96: ...al po sition turn the main switch to the off position remove the key and re move the clip from the engine shut off switch Turn off the battery cut off switch if your boat has one Do not use your hand to hold the propeller when loosening or tightening the propeller nut Place a block of wood between the anti cavitation plate and the propeller to prevent the propeller from turning ZMU06977 ZMU06952 Z...

Page 97: ...TICE ECM00502 Make sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely Otherwise the propeller could come off during oper ation and be lost 1 Apply Yamalube Marine Grease to the propeller shaft 2 Install the thrust washer spacer if equipped and propeller on the propel ler shaft NOTICE Make sure to install the thrust washer before installing the propeller Otherwise the lower case and prope...

Page 98: ...e lower unit while it is tilted Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accidentally falls Before filling the lower unit with gear oil the outboard motor must be placed in a vertical position If you are not able to place the out board motor in a vertical position have a Yamaha dealer change the gear oil 1 Tilt the outboard motor so that the gear oil drain screw is at the lowest point pos s...

Page 99: ...etal particles the gear case may be damaged Have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the outboard motor ECM00714 TIP For disposal of used gear oil consult your Yamaha dealer VF200LA VF225LA VF250LA 1 Cooling water inlet cover 2 Bolt 1 Cooling water inlet cover 2 Bolt 1 Gear oil drain screw 1 2 ZMU06957 1 1 2 ZMU07189 1 2 ZMU06993 2 Gasket 1 Gear oil drain screw 2 Gasket 1 Oil level plug 2 Gasket 1 2 ...

Page 100: ...ten the oil level plug to the specified torque TIP Apply a light coat of gear oil to the oil level plug thread and gasket before installation 9 Put a new gasket on the gear oil drain screw Insert and tighten the gear oil drain screw to the specified torque TIP Apply a light coat of gear oil to the gear oil drain screw thread and gasket before instal lation 1 Oil level plug 2 Gasket Recommended gea...

Page 101: ...o the engine VF200LA VF225LA VF250LA VF250XA VF250XA EMU43971 Inspecting the battery WARNING EWM01903 Battery electrolyte is poisonous and caustic and batteries generate explosive hydrogen gas When working near the battery Wear protective eye gear and rubber gloves Do not smoke or bring any other source of ignition near the battery The procedure for inspecting the battery var ies for different bat...

Page 102: ...the electrical parts could be dam aged 1 Check that the main switch is turned to the off position before working on the battery 2 Connect the positive battery cable red to the positive terminal first Then connect the negative battery cable black to the negative terminal 3 The electrical contacts of the battery and cables must be clean and properly con nected or the battery will not start the engin...

Page 103: ...intenance 97 4 Clean maintain and store the battery according to the manufacturer s instruc tions 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 97 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 104: ...s clip on engine shut off cord lanyard in stalled A Install clip to engine shut off switch 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 Q Is fuel filter clogged A Clean or replace fuel filter Q Is fuel pump malfunctioning A Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer Q Are spark plugs fouled or of incorrect type A Inspect spark plugs...

Page 105: ...isconnected A Connect securely Alert buzzer sounds or indicator lights Q Is cooling system clogged A Inspect cooling water inlet for obstruc tions Q Is low oil pressure alert indicator on or blinking A Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer Q Is heat range of spark plugs incorrect A Inspect spark plugs and replace with rec ommended type Q Is specified engine oil not being used A Inspect engine oil and r...

Page 106: ...ken or worn wires replaced by a Yamaha dealer Q Are electrical parts malfunctioning A Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer Q Is specified fuel not being used A Replace fuel with specified type Q Is specified engine oil not being used A Replace engine oil with specified type Q Is thermostat clogged or malfunctioning A Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer Q Is fuel tank air vent restricted or clogged A Remo...

Page 107: ...rest harbor slowly and careful ly 4 Have a Yamaha dealer check the out board motor before operating it again EMU46602 Replacing fuse WARNING EWM00632 Substituting an incorrect fuse or a piece of wire could allow excessive current flow This could cause electric system damage and a fire hazard If a fuse has blown replace the fuse accord ing to the following procedure 1 Turn the main switch to the of...

Page 108: ...lly 1 Stop the engine 2 Loosen the manual valve screw by turn ing it counterclockwise until it stops VF200LA VF225LA VF250LA VF250XA 3 Tilt the outboard motor up manually to the desired position and then tighten the manual valve screw by turning it clock wise 5 Fuel feed pump fuse 10 A 6 Electric throttle valve fuse 10 A 7 Main switch PTT switch fuse 20 A 8 Main fuse 60 A 1 Fuse box cover 2 Fuse p...

Page 109: ...Improper assembly or replacement could result in a fuel leak which could result in a fire or explosion hazard If the water separator alert indicator blinks or the buzzer sounds intermittently perform the following procedure TIP The buzzer sounds only when the remote control lever is placed in neutral 1 Stop the engine 2 Remove the top cowling 3 Remove the bolts and then remove the fuel filter cove...

Page 110: ... sition and check that the water separa tor alert indicator remains off and the buzzer does not sound If the water sep arator alert indicator blinks or the buzzer sounds have your Yamaha dealer check the outboard motor NOTICE Al though the buzzer will stop when the engine is started and the remote con trol lever is moved to the forward or reverse position do not use the out board motor Otherwise s...

Page 111: ...Trouble Recovery 105 outboard motor until it has been com pletely checked ECM02321 6CB 9 3B 1E0 book 105 ページ２０１７年１１月１６日木曜日午後５時２９分 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 112: ...aler for assistance The local dealer will contact Yamaha on the owner s behalf so that needed repairs can be made as quickly as possible CUSTOMER S RESPONSIBILITY Under the terms of this warranty the customer will be responsible for ensuring that the outboard motor is properly operated maintained and stored as specified in the applicable Owner s Manual The owner of the outboard motor shall give no...

Page 113: ...S YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE PROVINCE TO PROVINCE YAMAHA MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY SOME STAT...

Page 114: ... If you are temporarily using a U S registered outboard motor in Canada or a Canada registered outboard motor in the United States and it needs warranty repairs you should contact a nearby authorized Yamaha Outboard Motor Dealer for assistance The local dealer will contact Yamaha on the owner s behalf so that needed repairs can be made as quickly as possible 2 If you need repairs while temporarily...

Page 115: ... Cowling lock lever 33 Cruising in salt water or other conditions 70 D Digital speedometer 37 Digital tachometer 36 E Electric shock 1 Emergency equipment 21 Emergency temporary action in 101 Emission control information 21 Engine idle speed inspecting 82 Engine oil 53 Engine oil changing 82 Engine oil filling 51 Engine oil requirements 17 Engine shut off cord lanyard 1 53 Engine shut off cord lan...

Page 116: ...ert indicator 37 Overloading 2 P Passengers 2 Passenger training 4 People in the water 2 Periodic maintenance 74 Personal flotation devices PFDs 2 Power trim and tilt 1 Power trim and tilt switch bottom cowling 31 Power trim and tilt switch remote control 31 Power trim and tilt unit checking 56 Power trim and tilt unit will not operate 102 Propeller 1 Propeller inspecting 90 Propeller installing 9...

Page 117: ...ring outboard motor 72 Trim meter 36 Trimming outboard motor 63 Trim tab with anode 32 Trip meter 38 Troubleshooting 98 Twin engine speed synchronizer 41 V Voltmeter 39 W Warming up engine 60 Warning labels 11 Warranty information use outside the U S A or Canada 108 Warranty limited 106 Water separator alert 47 Water separator alert indicator 42 Water separator alert is activated after leaving por...

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Page 119: ... perform right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha engineering teams that know your Yamaha from the inside out Genuine Yamaha Service Manuals Get the same factory manual for your vehicle that the technicians at your authorized Yamaha dealer use Serv...

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