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Trouble Recovery
EMU29422
Troubleshooting
A problem in the fuel, compression, or igni-
tion systems can cause poor starting, loss of
power, or other problems. This section de-
scribes basic checks and possible remedies,
and covers 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 warning indicator is
flashing, consult your Yamaha dealer.
Starter will not operate.
Q. Is battery capacity weak or low?
A. Check battery condition. Use battery of
recommended 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 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 filter.
Q. Is starting procedure incorrect?
A. See page 30.
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 bro-
ken wires.
Q. Are ignition parts faulty?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Q. Is engine stop switch lanyard not at-
tached?
A. Attach lanyard.
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.
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Summary of Contents for VX200D
Page 1: ...VX200D OWNER S MANUAL 66K 28199 18 U S A Edition LIT 18626 05 93 ...
Page 2: ...EMU25060 ZMU01690 Read this owner s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor ...
Page 63: ...Maintenance 58 ZMU01943 ...
Page 73: ...68 Consumer information EMU29811 Important warranty information for U S A and Canada ...
Page 74: ...Consumer information 69 ...
Page 76: ...Consumer information 71 ...
Page 77: ...Consumer information 72 ...
Page 79: ...Printed in Japan April 2004 0 2 1 Printed on recycled paper ...
Page 81: ...PLACE POSTAGE HERE ATTN WARRANTY DEPARTMENT Warranty card 2 27 02 11 47 AM Page 2 ...