Yamaha VZ200R Owner'S Manual Download

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Trouble Recovery

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 bro-
ken 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. Are carburetor adjustments incorrect?
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 choke knob pulled out?

A. Return to home position.

Q. Is motor angle too high?
A. Return to normal operating position.

Q. Is carburetor clogged?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect?
A. Connect correctly.

Q. Is throttle valve adjustment incorrect?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is battery cable disconnected?
A. Connect securely.

Alert buzzer sounds or indicator lights.

Q. Is cooling system clogged?
A. Check water intake for restriction.

Q. Is engine oil level low?
A. Fill oil tank with specified engine oil.

Q. Is heat range of spark plug incorrect?
A. Inspect spark plug and replace it with rec-
ommended type.

Q. Is specified engine oil not being used?
A. Check and replace oil with specified type.

Q. Is engine oil contaminated or deteriorat-
ed?
A. Replace oil with fresh, specified type.

Q. Is oil filter clogged?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Has oil feed/injection pump malfunc-
tioned?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Summary of Contents for VZ200R

Page 1: ...VZ200R VZ225H VZ250F VZ300B OWNER S MANUAL 6C9 28199 18 U S A Edition LIT 18626 08 44 6C9 9 18 Hyoshi 09 3 31 3 28 PM ページ 1 ...

Page 2: ...ead this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating This manual should stay with the outboard motor if it is sold 6C9 9 18 Hyoshi 09 3 31 3 28 PM ページ 2 ...

Page 3: ...TICE ECM00701 A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the outboard motor or other property TIP A TIP provides key information to make pro cedures easier or clearer Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality Therefore while this manual contains the most current prod uct information available at the time of print ing there may be minor di...

Page 4: ...rating 14 Mounting motor 14 Remote control requirements 14 Battery requirements 14 Specifications of Battery 14 Mounting battery 15 Multiple batteries 15 Propeller selection 15 Start in gear protection 15 Engine oil requirements 16 Fuel requirements 16 Gasoline 16 Ring Free Fuel Additive 17 Muddy or acidic water 17 Anti fouling paint 17 Motor disposal requirements 17 Emergency equipment 17 Emissio...

Page 5: ...g 43 Fuel system 44 Controls 44 Engine shut off cord lanyard 44 Oil 45 Engine 45 Operation after a long period of storage 45 Flushing device 46 Install cowling 46 Checking power trim and tilt system 47 Battery 48 Filling fuel and engine oil 48 Filling fuel for models without a fuel joint 48 Filling oil for oil injection models 49 Oil level indicator operation 50 Operating engine 51 Sending fuel 51...

Page 6: ... propeller 71 Changing gear oil 72 Inspecting and replacing anode s 73 Checking battery for electric start models 74 Connecting the battery 74 Disconnecting the battery 75 Trouble Recovery 76 Troubleshooting 76 Temporary action in emergency 79 Impact damage 79 Replacing fuse 79 Power trim and tilt will not operate 80 Water separator alert indicator blinks while cruising 80 Engine fails to operate ...

Page 7: ...o tor and the clamp bracket when the motor is trimmed or tilted Keep body parts out of this area at all times Be sure no one is in this area before operating the power trim and tilt mechanism The power trim and tilt switches operate even when the main switch is off Keep peo ple be away from the switches whenever working around the motor Never get under the lower unit while it is tilt ed even when ...

Page 8: ...ard 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 boat ing conditions EMU33731 People in the water Always watch carefully for people in the wa ter such as swimmers skiers or divers whenever the engine is running When someone is in the wa...

Page 9: ...enforcement agency if their boat is involved 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 amount 4 There is complete loss of a boat Contact local law enforcement personnel if a report is necessary EMU33870 Boat educat...

Page 10: ...formation about boating safety and laws United States Coast Guard Consumer Affairs Staff G BC Office of Boating Public and Consumer Af fairs U S Coast Guard Headquarters Washington D C 20593 0001 Boating Safety Hotline 1 800 368 5647 www uscgboating org United States Power Squadrons 1 888 FOR USPS 1 888 367 8777 www usps org Boat Owners Association of The United States 1 800 336 BOAT 1 800 336 262...

Page 11: ...e had to all dangers of naviga tion and collision and to any special circum stances which may render a departure from the above rules necessary in order to avoid immediate danger In other words follow the standard rules ex cept when a collision will occur unless both vessels try to avoid each other If that is the case both vessels become Give Way vessels EMU25521 Rules when encountering vessels Th...

Page 12: ...cal to do so If the operator of a power driven vessel is preparing to go around a bend that may obstruct the view of other wa ter vessels the operator should sound a pro longed blast on the whistle 4 to 6 seconds If another vessel is around the bend it too should sound the whistle Even if no reply is heard however the vessel should still pro ceed around the bend with caution If you navigate such w...

Page 13: ...r into port and black buoys are to port left side When navigating out of port your posi tion with respect to the buoys should be re versed red buoys should be to port and black buoys to starboard Many bodies of water used by boaters are entirely within the boundaries of a particular state The Uniform State Waterway Marking System has been devised for these waters This system uses buoys and signs w...

Page 14: ...Safety information 8 ZMU01708 ...

Page 15: ...ber in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for reference in case your outboard motor is sto len EMU25190 Key number If a main key switch is equipped with the mo tor the key identification number is stamped on your key as shown in the illustration Record this number in the space provided for reference in case you need a new key 1 Outboard motor seria...

Page 16: ...nual Read any manuals supplied with the boat Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat If you need any additional information contact your Yamaha dealer EMU33831 Warning labels If these labels are damaged or missing contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements VZ200R VZ225H VZ250F VZ300B ZMU06253 3 2 1 ...

Page 17: ...General information 11 EMU33850 Other labels 1 2 ZMU05741 3 ZMU05710 ...

Page 18: ...eneral information 12 EMU35132 Symbols The following symbols mean as follows Notice Warning Read Owner s Manual Hazard caused by continuous rotation Electrical hazard ZMU05696 ZMU05664 ZMU05665 ZMU05666 ...

Page 19: ... 165 5 kW 5500 r min 225 HP 5500 r min VZ250FTR 183 9 kW 5500 r min 250 HP 5500 r min VZ300BTR 220 7 kW 5250 r min 300 HP 5250 r min Idling speed in neutral VZ200RTR 700 30 r min VZ225HTR 700 30 r min VZ250FTR 700 30 r min VZ300BTR 730 30 r min Engine Type 2 stroke V Displacement 3342 0 cm3 Bore stroke 93 0 82 0 mm 3 66 3 23 in Ignition system TCI Spark plug with resistor NGK BKR6EKU Spark plug ga...

Page 20: ...ING EWM01570 Improper mounting of the outboard mo tor could result in hazardous condi tions such as poor handling loss of control or fire hazards Because the motor is very heavy spe cial equipment and training is required to mount it safely Your dealer or other person experienced in proper rigging should mount the motor using correct equipment and complete rigging in structions For further informa...

Page 21: ...designs and manufactures propel lers for every Yamaha outboard motor and every application Your outboard motor came with a Yamaha propeller chosen to perform well over a range of applications but there may be uses where a different propeller would be more appropriate Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the right propeller for your boating needs Select a propeller that will allow the engine to r...

Page 22: ...g water and contaminants in the fuel tank Contaminated fuel can cause poor performance or engine damage Use only fresh gasoline that has been stored in clean containers Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gasohol con taining ethanol E10 and that containing methanol Ethanol can be used if the ethanol content does not exceed 10 and the fuel meets the minimum octane ratings E85 is a fuel containin...

Page 23: ...80 Muddy or acidic water Yamaha strongly recommends that you have your dealer install the optional chromium plated water pump kit if you use the outboard motor in muddy or acidic water conditions However depending on the model it might not be required EMU36330 Anti fouling paint A clean hull improves boat performance The boat bottom should be kept as clean of ma rine growth as possible If necessar...

Page 24: ... Manufactured date label This label is attached to the clamp bracket or the swivel bracket EMU25273 Star labels Your outboard motor is labeled with a Cali fornia Air Resources Board CARB star la bel See below for a description of your particular label 1 Approval label location 1 ZMU04842 ZMU05236 1 Manufactured date label location 1 Star labels location ZMU04843 1 Manufactured ZMU04346 1 ZMU04844 ...

Page 25: ...g these standards have 20 lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines EMU25300 Three Stars Ultra Low Emission The three star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s 2008 ex haust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 65 lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines EMU33861 Four Stars Super Ultra Low Emission The four star label identifies engines...

Page 26: ... YAMAHA set mode 18 14 19 15 16 17 1 2 13 12 9 10 8 7 6 5 3 4 2 ZMU04845 11 1 Top cowling 2 Cowling lock lever s 3 Trim tab anode 4 Propeller 5 Cooling water inlet 6 Anti cavitation plate 7 Anode 8 Clamp bracket 9 Tilt support lever 10 Flushing device 11 Water separator 12 Power trim and tilt switch 13 Cooling water pilot hole 14 Digital tachometer 15 Digital speedometer 16 Tachometer 17 Trim mete...

Page 27: ...2 5 ZMU05429 1 Tachometer unit Square type 2 Tachometer unit Round type 3 Speedometer unit Square type 4 Speed fuel meter unit Square type 5 Speed fuel meter unit Round type 6 Fuel management meter Square type 1 Power trim and tilt switch 2 Remote control lever 3 Neutral interlock trigger 4 Neutral throttle lever 5 Main switch 6 Engine shut off switch 7 Throttle friction adjuster ...

Page 28: ... throttle lever To open the throttle without shifting into ei ther forward or reverse put the remote con trol lever in the neutral position and lift the neutral throttle lever TIP The neutral throttle lever will operate only when the remote control lever is in neutral The remote control lever will operate only when the neutral throttle lever is in the closed position EMU25976 Throttle friction adj...

Page 29: ...wer WARNING At tach the engine shut off cord to a secure place on your clothing or 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 ...

Page 30: ...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 page 57 WARNING EWM01030 Use the power trim and tilt switch located on the bottom engine cowling only when the boat is at a complete stop with the en gine off Attempting to use this switch while the boat is moving could increase the risk of fal...

Page 31: ... EMU26341 Tilt support lever for power trim and tilt model To keep the outboard motor in the tilted up position lock the tilt support lever to the clamp bracket NOTICE ECM00660 Do not use the tilt support lever or knob when trailering the boat The outboard motor could shake loose from the tilt sup port and fall If the motor cannot be trail ered in the normal running position use an additional supp...

Page 32: ...see page 62 EMU33462 Fuel filter Water separator This engine has a combination fuel filter wa ter separator and associated alert system If water separated from the fuel exceeds a specific volume the alert device of Com mand Link Tachometer will activate Activation of alert device The water separator alert indicator of Command Link Tachometer will blink The buzzer will sound intermittently only whe...

Page 33: ...Components 27 been show to greatly reduce the chance of fuel contamination problems Consult your dealer for information about Yamaha 10 mi cron fuel filters if your boat does not have one ...

Page 34: ...conditions Adjust the trim angle to the desired using the power trim and tilt switch If the trim angle of your motor exceeds the trim operating range the top segment on the trim meter display will blink EMU26651 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 ...

Page 35: ...OTICE ECM00052 Do not continue to run the engine if the overheat alert indicator is on Serious en gine damage will occur EMU26602 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 EMU36061 Speedometer The speedometer displays km h mph or knots accordin...

Page 36: ...meter To change the display press the mode button repeatedly until the indicator on the face of the gauge points to trip meter clock or voltmeter EMU26691 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 ze...

Page 37: ...ll throttle if an alert device has activated Get back to the port within trolling engine speed NOTICE Running out of fuel can damage the engine ECM01770 EMU26732 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 EMU26471 Analog...

Page 38: ...al describes mainly the alert indicators For more details on setting meters or changing indicator systems see the attached operation manual EMU36103 Command link multifunction tachometers The tachometer shows the engine revolu tions per minute It has functions of trim meter adjusting trolling speed cooling wa ter engine temperature display battery volt age display total hour trip hour display oil ...

Page 39: ... cruising the oil level alert indicator will start to blink The engine speed will automatically decrease to about 2000 r min 2 Mode button 1 Tachometer 2 Trim meter 3 Multifunction display 4 Cooling water pressure 5 Cooling water engine temperature 6 Water detection alert indicator 7 Battery voltage 8 Oil level 2 stroke models 1 Set button 2 Mode button 2 3 1 4 5 6 7 8 ZMU05452 2 1 ZMU05417 1 Tach...

Page 40: ...e to about 2000 r min Stop the engine immediately if the buzzer sounds and the overheat alert device has ac tivated Check the cooling water inlet for clogging NOTICE ECM01592 Do not continue to run the engine if the overheat alert indicator blinks Serious engine damage will occur Do not continue to operate the engine if a alert device has activated Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem can not...

Page 41: ...t a Yamaha dealer immedi ately NOTICE ECM00920 In such an event the engine will not oper ate properly Consult a Yamaha dealer immediately EMU36170 Low battery voltage alert If the battery voltage drops the low battery voltage alert indicator and the battery volt age value will start to blink Get back to the port soon if the low battery voltage alert de vice has activated For charging the battery c...

Page 42: ...wn by connecting an optional sensor to the unit In addition if optional sensors are connected to the unit water surface temper ature display depth display and clock will also be available For the optional sensors consult your Yamaha dealer The speed fuel meter unit is available in round or square types Check your speed fuel meter unit type for operation information After the main switch is first t...

Page 43: ...he trip display can be shown by connecting an optional sensor to the unit In addition if optional sensors are connected to the unit water surface temperature dis play depth display and clock will also be available For the optional sensors consult your Yamaha dealer After the main switch is first turned on all the displays come on as a test After a few sec onds the gauge will change to normal oper ...

Page 44: ... by using the set and mode buttons as described in this section For more information see the operation manual originally supplied with the meter After the main switch is first turned on all the displays come on as a test After a few sec onds the gauge will change to normal oper ation For more information see the operation manual originally supplied with the meter 1 Set button 2 Mode button 1 Fuel ...

Page 45: ...ink The buzzer 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 EMU26848 Oil level alert and oil filter clogging alert Oil injection models This engine has an oil le...

Page 46: ...s been activated stop the engine and check for the cause TIP The alert for oil filter clogging is similar to the alerts for low oil level and overheating To make troubleshooting easier check for en gine overheating first then oil level and fi nally oil filter clogging ZMU03942 ZMU04586 ZMU03025 1 Oil filter 1 Oil filter 1 ZMU01872 1 ZMU01952 ...

Page 47: ...ld mount the motor EMU33470 Mounting the outboard motor The outboard motor should be mounted so that the boat is well balanced Otherwise the boat could be hard to steer For single en gine boats mount the outboard motor on the centerline keel line of the boat EMU26953 Mounting height To run your boat at optimum efficiency the water resistance drag of the boat and out board motor must be made as lit...

Page 48: ...f airborne water spray enough water could enter the engine through the intake opening on the cowling to cause severe engine damage Eliminate the cause of the air borne water spray TIP The optimum mounting height of the out board motor is affected by the boat and motor combination and the desired use Test runs at different heights can help de termine the optimum mounting height Consult your Yamaha ...

Page 49: ...ine speed occasionally Run at full throttle for 1 minute then allow about 10 minutes of operation at three quarter throttle or less to let the engine cool 4 Remaining 7 hours Run the engine at any speed However avoid operating at full throttle for more than 5 minutes at a time 5 After the first 10 hours Operate the engine normally EMU36400 Getting to know your boat Different boats handle different...

Page 50: ...heck the fuel filter Check that the fuel filter is clean and free of water If enough water to raise the float ring is found in the fuel or if a significant amount of debris is found the fuel tank should be checked and cleaned by a Yamaha dealer EMU36461 Controls Turn the steering wheel full right and full left Make sure operation is smooth and unrestricted throughout the whole range with no bindin...

Page 51: ...hen starting or dur ing operation Keep hands hair and clothes away from the flywheel and other rotating parts while the engine is running EWM00091 2 Watch for oil flowing through the oil feed pipes After any air in the oil lines has been expelled the oil injection system should supply oil normally If no oil is flowing after 10 minutes of idling consult your Yamaha dealer NOTICE Be sure to take the...

Page 52: ...e that the rubber seal is seated all the way around the engine 3 Place the cowling on top of the seal 4 Check to be sure it fits properly in the rubber seal 5 Move the levers to lock the cowling as shown NOTICE If the cowling is not installed correctly water spray under the cowling can damage the engine or the cowling can blow off at high speeds ECM01990 After installing check the fitting of the t...

Page 53: ... any sign of oil leaks 2 Operate each of the power trim and tilt switches on the remote control and en gine bottom cowling 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 Use the tilt support lever to lock the mo tor in the up position Operate the tilt down switch briefly so the motor is sup ported by the tilt suppor...

Page 54: ...asoline is poisonous and can cause injury or death Handle gasoline with care Never siphon gasoline by mouth If you should swallow some gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline vapor or get some gasoline in your eyes see your doctor immediately If gasoline spills on your skin wash with soap and wa ter If gasoline spills on your clothing change your clothes 1 Stop the engine 2 Be sure you are in a well ...

Page 55: ...te oil tank TIP The oil level lines on the remote oil tank indi cate the amount of additional oil that can be added to the tank The top oil level line indi cates approximately 1 9 L 0 5 US gal 0 4 Imp gal can be added and the bottom oil level line indicates approximately 3 8 L 1 US gal 0 8 Imp gal can be added 2 Turn on the main switch The Yamaha oil injection system will automatically feed oil fr...

Page 56: ...than 300 cm3 0 32 US qt 0 26 Imp qt 1500 cm3 1 6 US qt 1 31 Imp qt or less Add oil see page 49 Red Yellow Green 300 cm3 0 32 US qt 0 26 Imp qt or less more than 1500 cm3 1 6 US qt 1 31 Imp qt Check oil filter for clog ging Check battery cable connection Buzzer will sound Engine speed is auto matically reduced to about 2000 r min Red 300 cm3 0 32 US qt 0 26 Imp qt or less 1500 cm3 1 6 US qt 1 31 Im...

Page 57: ...joint or a fuel cock on the boat firmly connect the fuel line to the joint or open the fuel cock 3 Squeeze the primer pump with the ar row pointing up until you feel it become firm EMU27493 Starting engine WARNING EWM01600 Before starting the engine make sure that the boat is tightly moored and that you can steer clear of any obstructions Be sure there are no swimmers in the wa ter near you EMU276...

Page 58: ...starter motor turning for more than 5 seconds If the starter motor is turned continuously for more than 5 seconds the battery will be quickly discharged thus making it impossible to start the engine The starter can also be damaged If the engine will not start after 5 seconds of cranking return the main switch to on wait 10 seconds then crank the engine again ECM00192 TIP When the engine is cold it...

Page 59: ...ill shorten engine life EMU36530 Checks after engine warm up EMU36540 Shifting While tightly moored and without applying throttle confirm that the engine shifts smoothly into forward and reverse and back to neutral EMU31721 Stop switches Confirm that turning the main switch to the off position stops the engine Confirm that removing the clip from the en gine shut off switch stops the engine Confirm...

Page 60: ...ed or im pact the steering wheel or other parts of the boat This could increase the risk of serious injury It could also damage the shift mechanism Do not shift into reverse while traveling at planing speeds Loss of control boat swamping 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 lever is moved back to idl...

Page 61: ...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 EMU27885 Adjusting trim angle Power trim and tilt WARNING EWM00753 Be sure all people are clear of the out board motor when adjusting the t...

Page 62: ...te for this as you steer When the bow of the boat is down it is easier to accelerate from a standing start onto plane Bow Up Too much trim out puts the bow of the boat too high in the water Performance and econ omy are decreased because the hull of the boat is pushing the water and there is more air drag Excessive trim out can also cause the propeller to ventilate which reduces per formance furthe...

Page 63: ...the motor and the clamp bracket when the motor is trimmed or tilted WARNING EWM00250 Leaking fuel is a fire hazard If there is a fuel joint on the outboard motor discon nect the fuel line or close the fuel cock if the engine will be tilted for more than a few minutes Otherwise fuel may leak NOTICE ECM00241 Before tilting the outboard motor stop the engine by following the procedure on page 54 Neve...

Page 64: ... it in the tilt position For more detailed information see page 61 ECM01641 4 Models equipped with trim rods Once the outboard motor is supported with the tilt support lever press the power trim and tilt switch down to retract the trim rods NOTICE Be sure to retract the trim rods completely during mooring This protects the rods from marine growth and corrosion which could damage the power trim and...

Page 65: ...ere damage from overheat ing can result EMU32922 Procedure for power trim and tilt models 1 Place the remote control lever in neutral 2 Slightly tilt the outboard motor up to the desired position using the power trim and tilt switch WARNING Using the power trim and tilt switch on the bot tom cowling while the boat is moving or engine is on could increase the risk of falling overboard and could dis...

Page 66: ... them from becoming clogged Also rinse the outside of the outboard motor with fresh wa ter Cruising in muddy turbid or acidic water Yamaha strongly recommends that you use the optional chromium plated water pump kit see page 17 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 pa...

Page 67: ...veral important procedures must be performed to prevent excessive damage This is especially important for your oil injec tion equipped outboard motor due to the lean oil ratios used at idle prior to shutting the en gine off for the season It is advisable to have your outboard motor serviced by an autho rized Yamaha dealer prior to storage How ever you the owner with a minimum of tools can perform ...

Page 68: ...Seal replacement should be per formed by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to use 4 Grease all grease fittings For further de tails see page 68 TIP For long term storage fogging the engine with oil is recommended Contact your Yamaha dealer for information about fogging oil and procedures for your engine EMU30266 Cleaning and anticorrosion measures 1 Wash down the exterior of the outboard motor wit...

Page 69: ... con nector is tightened securely on the fitting after flushing the engine ECM00541 TIP When flushing the engine with the boat in the water tilting up the outboard motor un til it is completely out of the water will achieve better results For cooling system flushing instructions see page 61 EMU28451 Cleaning the outboard motor After use wash the exterior of the outboard motor with fresh water Flus...

Page 70: ...urchase through your Yamaha dealer for owners who have the mechanical skills tools and other equipment necessary to perform mainte nance not covered by this owner s manual EMU28511 Replacement parts If replacement parts are necessary use only genuine Yamaha parts or parts of equivalent design and quality Any part of inferior quality may malfunction and the resulting loss of control could endanger ...

Page 71: ...lushed 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 20 hours 3 months 100 hours 1 year 300 hours 3 years 500 hours 5 years Anode s external Inspection or replace ment as necessary Anode s cylinder head thermostat cover Inspection or replace ment as nec...

Page 72: ...ent Power trim and tilt unit Operation noise and oil leakage Inspection Propeller propeller nut cotter pin Inspection or replace ment as necessary PCV Pressure Con trol Valve Inspection or replace ment as necessary Shift link shift cable Inspection adjustment or replacement as nec essary Spark plug s Inspection or replace ment as necessary Spark plug caps spark plug wires Inspection or replace men...

Page 73: ...tions Inspection or replace ment as necessary Yamaha Meter gauge Inspection Item Actions Every 1000 hours Fuel Filter Vapor sep arator tank HPDI models Replacement High pressure fuel pump drive belt HPDI models Replacement Exhaust guide exhaust manifold Inspection or replace ment as necessary Item Actions Initial Every 20 hours 3 months 100 hours 1 year 300 hours 3 years 500 hours 5 years ...

Page 74: ... of the spark plug can indicate something about the condition of the engine For exam ple 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 outboard motor to a Yamaha dealer You should periodically re move and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits...

Page 75: ... torque as soon as possible with a torque wrench EMU29043 Inspecting idling speed WARNING EWM00451 Do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or during operation Keep hands hair and clothes away from the flywheel and other rotating parts while the engine is running NOTICE ECM00490 This procedure must be performed while the outboard motor is in the water A flushing attachment or test tan...

Page 76: ...32112 Checking propeller WARNING EWM01881 You could be seriously injured if the en gine accidentally starts when you are near the propeller Before inspecting re moving or installing the propeller place the shift control in neutral turn the main switch to off and remove the key and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch Turn off the battery cut off switch if your boat has one Do not use yo...

Page 77: ...e the propeller washer if equipped and thrust washer EMU30672 Installing propeller EMU29233 Spline models NOTICE ECM00500 Be sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely Otherwise the propeller could come off during opera tion and be lost 1 Apply Yamaha marine grease or a cor rosion resistant grease to the propeller shaft 2 Install the spacer if equipped thrust washer washer if equ...

Page 78: ...t point pos sible 2 Place a suitable container under the gear case 3 Remove the cooling water inlet covers on both sides of the gear case Be care ful not to lose the bolt and nut 4 Remove the gear oil drain screw and gasket The screw is magnetic so a small quantity of metal particles on the end of the screw is normal Simply re move them NOTICE If there is an ex cessive quantity of metal particles ...

Page 79: ...are protected from corrosion by sacrificial anodes Inspect the external anodes periodically Remove scales from the surfaces of the anodes Consult a Yamaha dealer for replacement of external anodes NOTICE ECM00720 Do not paint anodes as this would render them ineffective TIP Inspect ground leads attached to external anodes on equipped models Consult a Yamaha dealer for inspection and replace ment o...

Page 80: ...t is equipped with the digital speedome ter the voltmeter and low battery alert functions will help you monitor the bat tery s charge If the battery needs charg ing consult your Yamaha dealer 3 Check the battery connections They should be clean secure and covered by an insulating cover WARNING Bad connections can produce shorting or arcing and cause an explosion EWM01910 EMU35493 Connecting the ba...

Page 81: ...E If they are left on the electrical system can be damaged ECM01930 2 Disconnect the negative cable s from the negative terminal NOTICE Al ways disconnect all negative ca bles first to avoid a short circuit and damage to the electrical system ECM01940 3 Disconnect the positive cable s and re move the battery from the boat 4 Clean maintain and store the battery according to the manufacturer s instr...

Page 82: ...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 51 Q Has fuel pump malfunctioned A Have serviced by a Yamaha deal...

Page 83: ...erviced by a Yamaha dealer Q Is air vent screw on fuel tank closed A Open air vent screw Q Is choke knob pulled out A Return to home position Q Is motor angle too high A Return to normal operating position Q Is carburetor clogged A Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer Q Is fuel joint connection incorrect A Connect correctly Q Is throttle valve adjustment incorrect A Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer Q ...

Page 84: ...type A Inspect spark plug s Clean or replace with recommended type Q Are weeds or other foreign matter tangled on gear housing A Remove foreign matter and clean lower unit Q Is fuel system obstructed A Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or other obstructions in fuel system Q Is fuel filter clogged A Clean or replace filter Q Is fuel contaminated or stale A Fill tank with clean fresh fuel Q Is s...

Page 85: ...ion in emergency EMU29440 Impact damage WARNING EWM00870 The outboard motor can be seriously damaged by a collision while operating or trailering Damage could make the out board motor unsafe to operate If the outboard motor hits an object in the wa ter follow the procedure below 1 Stop the engine immediately 2 Inspect the control system and all com ponents for damage Also inspect the boat for dama...

Page 86: ...m this procedure on a hot or running engine Allow the engine to cool There will be fuel in the fuel filter Keep away from sparks cigarettes flames or other sources of ignition This procedure will allow some fuel to spill Catch fuel in a rag Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately The fuel filter must be reassembled carefully with the O ring filter cup and hoses in place Improper assembly or replaceme...

Page 87: ...it up with a rag 6 Firmly screw the filter cup onto the filter housing NOTICE Be careful not to twist the water detection switch lead when screwing the filter cup onto the filter housing ECM01970 7 Connect the water detection switch cou pler securely until a click is heard 8 Install the top cowling 9 Start the engine and make sure that the water separator alert indicator remains off Have a Yamaha ...

Page 88: ...ine on the engine oil tank Do not use this emergency procedure unless the oil level alert indicators are working 1 Remove the top cowling 2 Turn on the main switch 3 Lift the emergency switch to pump re serve oil into the engine oil tank from the remote oil tank 4 After using the emergency switch turn off the main switch then turn it back on This resets the alert system to normal operation The yel...

Page 89: ... submerged motor If the outboard motor is submerged immedi ately take it to a Yamaha dealer Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immedi ately NOTICE Do not attempt to run the outboard motor until it has been com pletely inspected ECM00401 ...

Page 90: ...84 Consumer information EMU35661 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A V MAX SERIES 2 TWO STROKE OUTBOARD MOTOR THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ...

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Page 93: ...Consumer information 87 EMU29841 IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE THE USA OR CANADA ...

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Page 96: ...Printed in Japan April 2009 0 1 1 Printed on recycled paper 6C9 9 18 Hyoshi 09 3 31 3 28 PM ページ 4 ...

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