2005 YAMAHA VX110 Service Manual

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Remove the oil tank filler cap again and
check that the oil level is between the
minimum level mark a
and maximum
level mark b
on the dipstick.
If the engine oil is below the minimum
level mark b
, add sufficient oil of the rec-
ommended type to raise it to the correct
level.
If the engine oil is above the maximum
level mark a
, extract sufficient oil using
an oil changer to lower it to the correct
level.
NOTE:
If the oil temperature is low, the reading on
the dipstick will be low, and if the tempera-
ture is high, the reading on the dipstick will
be high.
Engine oil change — using oil changer
WARNING
Avoid changing the engine oil immediately
after turning the engine off. The oil is hot
and should be handled with care to avoid
burns.
CAUTION:
Do not run the engine with too much or
not enough oil in the oil tank. Oil could
spray out or the engine could be dam-
aged.
Do not run the engine for more than 15
seconds without supplying water, when
checking the oil level on land.
The engine could overheat.
Be sure to change the engine oil after the
first 10 hours of operation, and every 100
hours thereafter or at the start of a new
season, otherwise the engine will wear
quickly.
1. Warm the engine up, and then put the
watercraft in a horizontal position.
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2. Remove:
Oil tank filler cap 1

3. Insert the tube of an oil changer into the oil
filler hole.
4. Operate the oil changer to extract the oil.
5. If the oil filter is also to be replaced, per-
form the following procedure.
6. Pour the specified amount of the recom-
mended engine oil into the oil filler hole. Replacing steps:
Place a rag under the oil filter.
Remove the oil filter 1
with an oil filter
wrench.
Oil filter wrench:
YB-01426/90890-01426
Lubricate the O-ring 2
of the new oil filter
with a thin coat of engine oil.
CAUTION:
Make sure the O-ring
2 is positioned
correctly in the groove of the oil filter.
Tighten the new oil filter to specification
with an oil filter wrench.
T R..
Oil filter:
17 N  m (1.7 kgf  m, 12 ft  lb)
1
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7. Fill:
Oil tank
(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended engine oil)
CAUTION:
When starting the engine make sure the
dipstick is securely fitted into the oil tank.
8. Install:
Oil tank filler cap
Recommended oil:
SAE 10W-30, 20W-40, 20W-50
API SE, SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement:
2.0 L (2.1 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt)
With oil filter replacement:
2.2 L (2.3 US qt, 1.9 Imp qt)
Air filter element clean
1. Disconnect:
Fuel hose 1

Air intake hose 2

Oil separator breather hose 3

2. Remove:
Plastic ties 4

Bolts 5

1
2 4
45 4
3
3. Remove:
Air filter case
4. Remove:
Air filter case cover
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5. Remove the air filter element and check it
for dirt and oil. Replace the air filter ele-
ment if there is any oil buildup.
CAUTION:
Do not start the engine with the air filter
case removed, otherwise the engine
could be damaged.
If cleaning the air filter element, use cold
or lukewarm water and let it air dry com-
pletely. Do not use detergent or a solvent
to clean the air filter element, or dry it with
heat or compressed air, otherwise it
could be damaged.
6. Install:
Air filter element
NOTE:
Install the air filter element with its projections
a
facing away from the projections b
on the
air filter case.
7. Install:
Air filter case cover
8. Install:
Air filter case
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Air filter case cover screw (short):
1.5 N  m (0.15 kgf  m, 1.1 ft  lb)
LOCTITE 572
Air filter case cover screw (long):
1.2 N  m (0.12 kgf  m, 0.9 ft  lb)
LOCTITE 572
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Air filter case:
17 N  m (1.7 kgf  m, 12 ft  lb)
a
b
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Spark plug inspection
1. Remove:
Ignition coils
CAUTION:
Be careful not to get any foreign sub-
stances or water in spark plug hole.
2. Inspect:
Electrodes 1

Damage/wear →
Replace.
Insulator color 2

Distinctly different color →
Check the
engine condition.
Color guide:
Medium to light tan color:
Normal
Whitish color:
Lean fuel mixture
Air leak
Incorrect settings
Blackish color:
Overly rich mixture
Electrical malfunction
Defective spark plug
3. Clean:
Spark plug
(with a spark plug cleaner or wire brush)
4. Measure:
Spark plug gap a

Out of specification →
Regap.
Spark plug gap:
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
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5. Tighten:
Spark plug
NOTE:
Before installing the spark plug, clean the
gasket surface and spark plug surface. Also,
it is suggested to apply a thin film of anti-
seize compound to the spark plug threads to
prevent thread seizure.
If a torque wrench is not available, a good
estimate of the correct tightening torque for a
new spark plug is to finger tighten a
the
spark plug and then tighten it another 1/4 to
1/2 of a turnb
.
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Spark plug:
13 N  m (1.3 kgf  m, 9.4 ft  lb)
6. Install:
Ignition coils
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Ignition coil bolt:
7.6 N  m (0.76 kgf  m, 5.5 ft  lb)
LOCTITE 572
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ELECTRICAL
Battery inspection
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan-
gerous, causing severe burns, etc. Electro-
lyte contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact
with skin, eyes or clothing.
Antidotes
External: Flush with water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten
egg or vegetable oil. Call physician immedi-
ately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc., well away. If
using or charging the battery in an
enclosed space, make sure that it is well
ventilated. Always shield your eyes when
working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to place the battery on its
side.
Make sure to remove the battery from the
battery compartment when adding battery
electrolyte or charging the battery.
When checking the battery, make sure the
breather hose is connected to the battery
and not obstructed.
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1. Remove:
Bands
Battery negative lead 1

Battery positive lead 2

Battery
Battery breather hose 3

WARNING
When removing the battery, disconnect
the negative lead first.
Remove the battery to prevent acid loss
during turning the watercraft on its side
for the impeller, etc.
2. Inspect:
Electrolyte level
Low →
Add distilled water.
The electrolyte level should be between
the maximum a
and minimum b
level
marks.
CAUTION:
Use only distilled water. Other types of
water contain minerals which are harmful
to batteries.Filling steps:
Remove each filler cap.
Add distilled water to the maximum level
mark.
When the electrolyte level reaches the
maximum level mark, allow the cell to
stand for 20 minutes. If the electrolyte
level drops, add more distilled water so
the level reaches the maximum level
mark.
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