2006 YAMAHA VX CRUISER engine oil

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Engine oil level
Check the engine oil level before each
use.
CAUTION:@
When checking the engine oil level on
water, be careful of other watercraft,
boats, swimmers, and obstacles. The
water current and wind can cause the
watercraft to move and lead to a colli-
sion.

When checking the engine oil level on
land, supply water to the cooling water
passages. (See page 4-1 for proce-
dures on supplying water.)

Make sure that the engine has enough
oil but do not overfill it. If there is too
little oil, the engine can be damaged. If
there is too much oil, the air filter can
become saturated with oil, perma-
nently damaging the filter and reduc-
ing engine performance. Follow the
checking procedure carefully.

Make sure that debris and water do not
enter the oil tank filler hole. Debris and
water in the engine oil can cause seri-
ous engine damage.
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To check the engine oil level:
1. Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi-
tion or launch the watercraft, and then
start the engine.
2. Run the engine at trolling speed for
6 minutes or more, and then stop the
engine.
NOTE:@ If the ambient temperature is 20 °C (68°F)
or less, warm up the engine for an additional
5 minutes.
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3. Remove the seat. (See page 2-5 for seat
removal and installation procedures.)
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4. Remove the oil tank filler cap 1, wipe
the dipstick clean, and then screw the
filler cap into the filler hole completely.
Remove the filler cap again and check
that the oil level is between the minimum
level mark 3 and maximum level
mark2 on the dipstick.
5. If the oil level is below the minimum level
mark, add enough oil so that the oil level
is between the minimum and maximum
level marks on the dipstick, and then
install the filler cap. If the engine oil level
is significantly above the maximum level
mark, the oil tank is overfilled. Have a
Yamaha dealer remove the excessive
amount of engine oil.
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Water separator
Check the water separator 1 for water.
Normally the water separator is empty. The
water separator retains any water entering
through the fuel tank breather hose if the
watercraft is capsized.
If water remains in the water separator,
drain it by removing the drain screw 2.
Place a drain pan under the water separator
to catch the draining water or use a dry cloth
to soak up any water that could spill into the
watercraft. If any water spills into the water-
craft, be sure to wipe it up with a dry cloth.
Be sure to install the drain screw after drain-
ing the water separator.
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Operation
WARNING@ Before operating your watercraft,
become familiar with all controls. Con-
sult your Yamaha dealer about any con-
trol or function you do not fully
understand. Failure to understand how
controls work could cause an accident or
prevent you from avoiding an accident.
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CAUTION:@ Make sure that the stern drain plugs are
securely tightened before launching the
watercraft.
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Engine break-in
The engine break-in period is essential to
allow the various components of the engine
to wear and polish themselves to the correct
operating clearances. This ensures proper
performance and promotes longer compo-
nent life.
CAUTION:@ Be sure to check the engine oil level
before operating the watercraft for the
first time. (See page 3-7 for engine oil
checking procedures.)
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1. Launch the watercraft and start the
engine. (See page 3-17 for engine start-
ing procedures.)
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Capsized watercraft
If the watercraft capsizes, turn it over
immediately.
Be sure to carefully follow the procedures
below to prevent injury or damage to the
watercraft.
WARNING@ IMPROPER UPRIGHTING CAN CAUSE
INJURY:

Make sure that the engine shut-off
cord is removed from the engine shut-
off switch.

Do not put your hands in the intake
grate.

Watch so you are not hit by the water-
craft as it comes over.
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CAUTION:@ If the watercraft capsizes, release the
throttle lever immediately. Oil could flow
into the air filter case and the engine
could be damaged.
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1. Remove the clip from the engine shut-off
switch.
2. Swim to the rear of the watercraft. Pull
the watercraft over with your left hand on
the ride plate while pushing down on the
gunwale with your right hand or foot.
NOTE:@ If the port (left) side of the capsized water-
craft is tilting up, push down on the gunwale
so that the port (left) side is down before
turning the watercraft clockwise.
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CAUTION:@ Do not turn the watercraft over counter-
clockwise, otherwise water can leak into
the engine, which can result in severe
damage.
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MAINTENANCE AND
CARE
Storage ...................................................... 4-1
Flushing the cooling system .................. 4-1
Lubrication .............................................. 4-3
Fuel system ............................................ 4-4
Battery .................................................... 4-5
Cleaning the watercraft .......................... 4-6
Maintenance and adjustments .............. 4-7
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and
tool kit ..................................................... 4-9
Periodic maintenance chart ................. 4-10
Inspecting the fuel system ................... 4-11
Changing the engine oil ....................... 4-12
Checking the air filter element ............. 4-14
Inspecting the jet thrust nozzle
angle ..................................................... 4-14
Inspecting the shift cable
(for VX110 Deluxe) .............................. 4-14
Inspecting and adjusting the
throttle cable ......................................... 4-15
Cleaning and adjusting the
spark plugs ........................................... 4-16
Lubrication points ................................. 4-18
Inspecting the battery .......................... 4-20
Adjusting the fuel injection system ...... 4-22
Replacing the fuses ............................. 4-23
Specifications ........................................ 4-24
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Periodic maintenance chart
The following chart gives general guidelines for periodic maintenance. However, depend-
ing on your operating conditions maintenance may need to be performed more frequently.
PMC-F1B1(
) This mark indicates maintenance that you may do yourself.
(
❍) This mark indicates work to be done by a Yamaha dealer.
MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
INITIALTHEREAFTER
EVERYPA G E
10
hours50
hours100
hours100
hours200
hours
ITEM
6
months12
months12
months24
months
Spark plug Inspect, clean, adjust



4-16
Lubrication points Lubricate


4-18
Fuel system Inspect❍❍
4-11
Fuel tank Inspect, clean❍❍
4-11
Trolling speed Inspect❍❍
4-22
Throttle shaft Inspect❍❍
—
Cooling water passages Flush

*1 4-1
Water inlet strainer Inspect, clean❍❍
—
Bilge strainer Clean❍❍
—
Impeller Inspect❍❍
—
Jet thrust nozzle angle Inspect, adjust

/❍

/❍
4-14
Shift cable and mechanism
(VX110 Deluxe)Inspect, adjust
❍❍
4-14
Throttle cable Inspect, adjust❍❍❍
4-15
Stern drain plugs Inspect, replace❍❍
3-9
Battery Inspect ❍❍
4-20
Rubber coupling Inspect❍
—
Engine mount Inspect❍
—
Nuts and bolts Inspect❍❍❍
—
Air filter Inspect, replace❍❍
4-14
Engine oil Replace❍❍❍
4-12
Engine oil filter Replace❍❍
—
Valve clearance Inspect, adjust❍
—
*1: After every use
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Changing the engine oil
WARNING@ Engine oil is extremely hot immediately
after the engine is turned off. Coming
into contact with or getting any engine
oil on your clothes could result in burns.
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CAUTION:@
Do not run the engine with too much or
not enough oil in the oil tank. Oil could
spray out and the engine could be
damaged.

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.
The oil filter should be replaced every
year or every 100 hours of operation.
Have a Yamaha dealer replace the oil
filter if necessary.
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It is recommended to have a Yamaha
dealer change the engine oil. However, if
you choose to change the oil on your own,
consult a Yamaha dealer.
NOTE:@ Dispose of used oil according to local regu-
lations.
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Recommended engine oil:
See page 3-3.
Oil quantity:
With oil filter replacement:
2.2 L (2.3 US qt, 1.9 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement:
2.0 L (2.1 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt)
Total amount:
4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
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CAUTION:@ If oil is leaking or the oil pressure warn-
ing indicator comes on when the engine
is running, immediately turn the engine
off and have a Yamaha dealer check the
watercraft. Continuing to operate the
engine under such conditions could
cause severe engine damage.
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