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General information4● Know the marine laws and regulationswhere you will be boating—and obey them.For basic boating rules, see “Rules of theroad” on p
General information5EMU25413Label (counter rotation models)WARNINGEWM01281Use only a counterclockwise rotation pro-peller with this engine.Countercloc
General information6Crossing: (you are traveling across the othervessel’s path)Overtaking: (you are passing or beingpassed by another vessel)In the fo
General information7vessels, the operator should sound a pro-longed blast on the whistle (4 to 6 seconds). Ifanother vessel is around the bend, it too
General information8EMU25540Fueling instructionsWARNINGEWM00010GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH-LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE!● Do not smoke when refueli
General information9● Take care not to spill gasoline. If gaso-line spills, wipe it up immediately withdry rags.● Do not overfill the fuel tank.● Tigh
General information10EMU25700Battery requirementCAUTION:ECM01060Do not use a battery that does not meet thespecified capacity. If a battery which does
General information11For instructions on propeller removal and in-stallation, see page 64.EMU25770Start-in-gear protectionYamaha outboard motors or Ya
Basic components12EMU25799Main componentsNOTE:* May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models.1. Top cowli
Basic components13EMU26180Remote controlThe remote control lever actuates both theshifter and the throttle. The electrical switchesare mounted on the
ZMU01690Read this owner’s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor.U69J17E0.book Page 1 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 10:00 AM
Basic components14EMU26190Remote control leverMoving the lever forward from the neutral po-sition engages forward gear. Pulling the leverback from neu
Basic components15NOTE:The neutral throttle lever will operate onlywhen the remote control lever is in neutral.The remote control lever will operate o
Basic components16When constant speed is desired, tighten theadjuster to maintain the desired throttle set-ting.EMU25990Engine stop lanyard switchThe
Basic components17With the main switch in the “” (start) po-sition, the starter motor turns to start the en-gine. When the key is released, it returns
Basic components18NOTE:For instructions on using the power trim andtilt switch, see page 45.EMU26161Power trim and tilt switches (twin bin-nacle type)
Basic components19EMU26340Tilt support lever for power trim and tilt or hydro tilt modelTo keep the outboard motor in the tilted up po-sition, lock th
Basic components20EMU31702Water separatorThis engine has a combination fuel filter/waterseparator and associated warning system. Ifwater separated fro
Basic components21CAUTION:ECM00020● Do not continue to run the engine if thelow oil pressure warning indicator is onand the engine oil level is lower.
Basic components22NOTE:The speedometer displays km/h, mph, orknots, according to operator preference. Se-lect the desired unit of measurement by set-t
Basic components23EMU26690Trip meterThis gauge displays the distance the boat hastraveled since the gauge was last reset.Press the “” (mode) button re
Important manual informationEMU31280To the ownerThank you for choosing a Yamaha outboardmotor. This Owner’s Manual contains infor-mation needed for pr
Basic components24EMU26720Fuel warning indicatorIf the fuel level decreases to one segment, thefuel level warning segment will begin to blink.CAUTION:
Basic components25EMU26750Fuel flow meterThe fuel flow meter displays the amount offuel flow over a one hour period, at the currentrate of engine oper
Basic components26NOTE:If twin engines are installed on your boat, thegauge will only display the total fuel economyof both engines.NOTE:● Fuel consum
Basic components27NOTE:If the two engines’ speeds are not synchro-nized while cruising, they can be synchro-nized by adjusting trim angle or throttle.
Basic components28NOTE:The tachometer unit shows various kinds ofinformation according to the setting made us-ing the “” (set) and “” (mode) buttons.F
Basic components29vice has activated while the appropriate en-gine oil quantity is maintained, consult yourYamaha dealer.CAUTION:ECM01600Do not contin
Basic components30CAUTION:ECM00910Gasoline mixed with water could causedamage to the engine.Engine trouble warningThis indicator will blink when the e
Basic components31NOTE:After the main switch is first turned on, all thedisplays come on as a test. After a few sec-onds, the gauge will change to nor
Basic components32NOTE:After the main switch is first turned on, all thedisplays come on as a test. After a few sec-onds, the gauge will change to nor
Basic components33EMU26801Warning systemCAUTION:ECM00090Do not continue to operate the engine if awarning device has activated. Consultyour Yamaha dea
Table of contentsGeneral information ... 1Identification numbers record... 1Outboard motor serial number ... 1
Basic components34● The buzzer will sound.If the warning system has activated, stop theengine as soon as it is safe to do so. Checkthe oil level and a
Operation35EMU26901InstallationCAUTION:ECM00110Incorrect engine height or obstructions tosmooth water flow (such as the design orcondition of the boat
Operation36EMU26930Mounting height (boat bottom)To run your boat at optimum efficiency, thewater resistance (drag) of the boat and out-board motor mus
Operation37EMU27103Preoperation checksWARNINGEWM00080If any item in the preoperation check is notworking properly, have it inspected andrepaired befor
Operation38NOTE:Be sure to completely insert the dipstick intothe dipstick guide.EMU30021Filling fuelWARNINGEWM00060Gasoline and its vapors are highly
Operation39EMU27490Starting engineEMU27624Electric start and remote control models1. Place the remote control lever in “”(neutral).NOTE:The start-in-g
Operation403. Turn the main switch to “” (on).NOTE:Dual engine users: When the main switch isturned on, the buzzer operates for a few sec-onds then st
Operation41● A continuous flow of water from the pilothole shows that the water pump ispumping water through the cooling pas-sages. If water is not fl
Operation42To shift from in gear (forward/reverse) to neu-tral1. Close the throttle so that the engineslows to idle speed.2. After the engine is at id
Operation432. After stopping the engine, disconnect thefuel line or close the fuel cock if there is afuel joint or a fuel cock on the boat.3. Tighten
Table of contentsFilling fuel ... 38Ring Free Fuel Additive... 38Operating engine...
Operation44complete stop with the engine off. Donot adjust the trim angle with this switchwhile the boat is moving.Adjust the outboard motor trim angl
Operation45Bow DownToo much trim-in causes the boat to “plow”through the water, decreasing fuel economyand making it hard to increase speed. Operat-in
Operation462. Disconnect the fuel line from the out-board motor or close the fuel cock.3. Press the power trim and tilt switch / pow-er tilt switch “”
Operation47CAUTION:ECM00250Be sure to retract the trim rods completelyduring mooring. This protects the rodsfrom marine growth and corrosion whichcoul
Operation48WARNINGEWM00660● Place the gear shift in neutral before set-ting up for shallow water cruising.● Return the outboard motor to its normalpos
Operation49Cruising in turbid waterYamaha strongly recommends that you usethe optional chromium-plated water pump kit(not available for some models) i
Maintenance50EMU31480SpecificationsNOTE:“(AL)” stated in the specification data belowrepresents the numerical value for the alumi-num propeller instal
Maintenance51Gear oil quantity:F200TR 1150.0 cm³ (38.88 US oz) (40.56 Imp.oz)F225TR 1150.0 cm³ (38.88 US oz) (40.56 Imp.oz)LF200TR 1000.0 cm³ (33.81 U
Maintenance52● Store the outboard motor in a dry, well-ventilated place, not in direct sunlight.EMU28303ProcedureEMU30740Flushing with the flushing at
Maintenance536. Run the engine at a fast idle for a fewminutes in neutral position while supply-ing fresh water.7. Just prior to turning off the engin
Table of contentsConsumer information... 79Important warranty information for U.S.A. and Canada ... 79YAMAHA MOTOR CORPO
Maintenance54Batteries vary among manufacturers. There-fore the following procedures may not alwaysapply. Consult your battery manufacturer’s in-struc
Maintenance55instead of cooling the engine, which cancause serious overheating. Be sure theconnector is tightened securely on the fit-ting after flush
Maintenance56EMU30563Maintenance chartNOTE:● Refer to the sections in this chapter for explanations of each owner-specific action.● The maintenance cy
Maintenance57EMU28874Maintenance chart (additional)EMU28910NOTE:When using lead or high-sulfur gasoline, inspecting valve clearance may be required mo
Maintenance58EMU28931GreasingYamaha marine grease (Water resistant grease)EMU28952Cleaning and adjusting spark plugWARNINGEWM00560When removing or ins
Maintenance59The spark plug is an important engine compo-nent and is easy to inspect. The condition ofthe spark plug can indicate something aboutthe c
Maintenance60Checkpoints● Fuel system parts leakage● Fuel line joint leakage● Fuel line cracks or other damage● Fuel connector leakageEMU29087Changing
Maintenance613. Remove the oil filler cap. Add the correctamount of oil through the filler hole, andinstall the filler cap.CAUTION:ECM00970● Do not ov
Maintenance629. Dispose of used oil according to localregulations.NOTE:● For more information on the disposal ofused oil, consult your Yamaha dealer.●
Maintenance63EMU29112Checking wiring and connectors● Check that each grounding wire is properlysecured.● Check that each connector is engaged se-curel
General information1EMU25170Identification numbers recordEMU25183Outboard motor serial numberThe outboard motor serial number is stampedon the label a
Maintenance645. Check that the tilt rod and trim rods arefree of corrosion or other flaws.6. Activate the tilt-down switch until the trimrods have ret
Maintenance65● Check the propeller shaft oil seal for dam-age.NOTE:If the shear pin equipped: it is designed tobreak if the propeller hits a hard unde
Maintenance66NOTE:If the propeller nut does not align with the pro-peller shaft hole after tightening to the speci-fied torque, tighten the nut furthe
Maintenance675. With the outboard motor in a vertical po-sition, and using a flexible or pressurizedfilling device, inject the gear oil into thegear o
Maintenance68● Avoid bodily contact with electrolyticfluid as it can cause severe burns or per-manent eye injury.● Wear protective eye gear when handl
Maintenance69● Connect the red battery cable first wheninstalling the battery and disconnect theblack battery cable first when removingit. Otherwise,
Maintenance70EMU29400Coating the boat bottomA clean hull improves boat performance. Theboat bottom should be kept as clean of marinegrowth as possible
Trouble Recovery71EMU29424TroubleshootingA problem in the fuel, compression, or ignitionsystems can cause poor starting, loss of pow-er, or other prob
Trouble Recovery72A. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or oth-er obstructions in fuel system.Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale?A. Fill tank with cl
Trouble Recovery73Q. Is load on boat improperly distributed?A. Distribute load to place boat on an evenplane.Q. Is water pump or thermostat faulty?A.
General information2EMU25262Manufactured date labelThis label is attached to the clamp bracket orthe swivel bracket.EMU25272Star labelsYour outboard m
Trouble Recovery74A. Connect correctly.Q. Is heat range of spark plug incorrect?A. Inspect spark plug and replace it with rec-ommended type.Q. Is high
Trouble Recovery75EMU29492Replacing fuseIf the fuse has blown on an electric start mod-el, open the fuse box and use a fuse puller toreplace the fuse
Trouble Recovery76NOTE:Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuseimmediately blows again.EMU29522Power trim and tilt / power tilt will not operateIf t
Trouble Recovery774. Unscrew the filter cup from the filter hous-ing.NOTE:Be careful not to twist the water detectionswitch lead when unscrewing the f
Trouble Recovery78EMU29970Procedure1. Thoroughly wash away mud, salt, sea-weed, and so on, with fresh water.2. Remove the spark plugs and face thespar
Consumer information79EMU29811Important warranty information for U.S.A. and CanadaU69J17E0.book Page 79 Tuesday, March 7, 2006 10:00 AM
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Consumer information81EMU29830YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. FOUR-STROKE OUTBOARD MOTOR THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYU69J17E0.book Page 81 Tuesday,
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Consumer information83EMU29841IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE THE USA OR CANADAU69J17E0.book Page 83 Tuesday, March 7,
General information3EMU25300Three Stars—Ultra Low EmissionThe three-star label identifies engines thatmeet the Air Resources Board’s 2008 ex-haust emi
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