2003 YAMAHA XL 700 Owners Manual

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Throttle lever
Squeeze the throttle lever 1 to increase
engine speed.
Release the throttle lever to decrease
engine speed or to return it to the idle posi-
tion.
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Start switch
Push the start switch 1 (green button) to
start the engine.
NOTE:@ The engine will not start when the clip is
removed from the engine shut-off switch.
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Cooling water pilot outlet
This watercraft is equipped with a cooling
water pilot outlet.
When the engine is running, cooling
water is circulated in the engine, and then it
is discharged from the pilot outlet.
To check for proper operation of the cool-
ing system, check that water is being dis-
charged from the pilot outlet. If water is not
being discharged from the outlet, cooling
water may not be circulating in the engine.
When this occurs, stop the engine and check
for the cause. (See pages 2-13 and 5-4 for
further instructions.)
NOTE:@ If the cooling water passages are dry, it will
take about 20 seconds for the water to reach
the outlet after the engine is started.
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Steering system
Your watercraft can be steered by turning
the handlebars 1 the same direction you
wish to travel.
When the handlebars are turned, the
angle of the jet thrust nozzle 2 is changed,
and the direction of the watercraft is
changed accordingly. Since the strength of
the jet thrust determines the speed and
direction of a turn, the throttle must always
be open when attempting a turn, except at
trolling speed.
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Handgrip
The handgrip 1 provides a handhold for
boarding the watercraft and for a spotter
when facing rearward.
WARNING@ Do not use the handgrip to lift the water-
craft. The watercraft could fall, which
could result in severe injury.
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Finger grip
The finger grip 1 provides a handhold for
a spotter when facing rearward.
WARNING@ Do not use the finger grip to lift the
watercraft. The watercraft could fall,
which could result in severe injury.
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Engine overheat warning
system
This model is equipped with an engine
overheat warning system.
If the engine starts to overheat, the
engine speed will be limited to about
3,400 r/min.
When this occurs, check for water dis-
charge at the cooling water pilot outlet. If
there is no discharge of water, reduce the
engine speed and beach the watercraft, and
then check the intake grate and impeller for
clogging.
WARNING@ Before attempting to remove weeds or
debris from the intake grate or impeller,
shut the engine off and remove the clip
from the engine shut-off switch. Severe
injury or death could result from coming
in contact with the rotating parts of the
jet pump.
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CAUTION:@ If you cannot locate and correct the
cause of the overheating, consult a
Yamaha dealer. Continuing to operate at
higher speeds could result in severe
engine damage.
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Oil level warning lamp
If the oil remaining in the tank drops to
about 1.2 L (0.31 US gal, 0.26 Imp gal) or
the oil filter is clogged, the oil level warning
lamp begins to blink.
If the oil level warning lamp begins to
blink, refill with engine oil as soon as possi-
ble.
NOTE:@
The lamp will light up for 2 seconds after
starting the engine to check the lamp
operation.

If the warning lamp blinks with adequate
oil in the tank, check for a clogged oil fil-
ter.
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Storage compartments
A front storage compartment, a glove
compartment, and seat storage compart-
ments are provided.
NOTE:@
Make sure that the storage compartments
are properly secured before operating the
watercraft.

The storage compartments are not
designed to be waterproof. If you carry
objects that must be kept dry, such as the
manuals, put them in a waterproof bag.
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Front storage compartment
Two storage compartments are located at
the bow.
To open the front storage compartment,
pull the hood latch 1 up, and then open the
hood.
To close the front storage compartment,
push down on the rear of the hood until it
latches securely.
NOTE:@ The lower storage compartment 3 is provided
under the upper storage compartment 2.
To access the lower storage compartment,
remove the upper storage compartment.
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CAUTION:@ Store only soft, light weight objects,
such as rope or rags, in the lower storage
compartment. Storing hard or heavy
objects, such as tools or cans, may dam-
age the compartment.
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Upper storage compartment:
Capacity: 44 L (4.4 US gal, 3.6 Imp gal)
Load limit: 5 kg (11 lb)
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Glove compartment
A glove compartment 2 is located in front
of the seat.
To open the glove compartment, slide the
latch 1 and then lift up the lid. To close the
glove compartment, push the lid down until it
locks securely.
Glove compartment:
Capacity: 1.7 L
(0.45 US gal, 0.37 Imp gal)
Load limit: 1 kg (2.2 lb)
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Seat storage compartment
The seat storage compartment 1 is
located under the rear seat.
To open the seat storage compartment,
remove the rear seat. (See page 2-4 for rear
seat removal and installation procedures.)
Seat storage compartment:
Capacity: 21.2 L
(5.6 US gal, 4.7 Imp gal)
Load limit: 9 kg (19.8 lb)
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