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A. Connect correctly.
Q. Is heat range of spark plug incorrect?
A. Inspect spark plug and replace it with rec-
ommended type.
Q. Is high pressure fuel pump drive belt bro-
ken?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Q. Is engine not responding properly to shift
lever position?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Engine vibrates excessively.
Q. Is propeller damaged?
A. Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Q. Is propeller shaft damaged?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Q. Are weeds or other foreign matter tangled
on propeller?
A. Remove and clean propeller.
Q. Is motor mounting bolt loose?
A. Tighten bolt.
Q. Is steering pivot loose or damaged?
A. Tighten or have serviced by a Yamaha
dealer.
EMU29433
Temporary action in emergency
EMU29440
Impact damage
WARNING
EWM00870
The outboard motor can be seriously dam-
aged 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 compo-
nents for damage. Also inspect the boat
for damage.
3.
Whether damage is found or not, return
to the nearest harbor slowly and careful-
ly.
4.
Have a Yamaha dealer inspect the out-
board motor before operating it again.
EMU29473
Replacing fuse
If a fuse has blown, remove the electrical cov-
er, open the fuse holder and remove the fuse
with a fuse puller (if equipped). Replace it with
a spare one of the proper amperage.
WARNING
EWM00631
Substituting an incorrect fuse or a piece of
wire could allow excessive current flow.
This could cause electric system damage
and a fire hazard.
Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuse
immediately blows again.
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