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Troubleshooting
If you have any trouble with your watercraft, use this section to check for the possible
cause.
If you cannot find the cause, or if the procedure for replacement or repair is not described
in this Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, have a Yamaha dealer perform the necessary service.
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Troubleshooting chart
TBC-F0P7ETROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
Engine does not
startStarter motor does not turn over
Yamaha
Security
System
(VX110
Deluxe)Lock mode selected Select unlock mode
2-15
Engine shut-
off switchClip not in place Install clip
2-9
Fuse Burned out Replace the fuse and
check wiring4-23
Battery Run down Recharge 4-20
Poor terminal connec-
tionsTighten as required
4-20
Terminal corroded Clean 4-5
Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Starter motor turns over
Throttle lever Squeezed Release 2-10
Fuel Empty Refill as soon as possi-
ble3-4
Stale or contaminated Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer4-11
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer4-11
Spark plug Fouled or defective Clean or replace 4-16
Spark plug cap Not connected or loose Connect properly 4-16
Connected to wrong
cylinderConnect properly
4-16
Fuel injection
systemFuel pump faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
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Jumping the battery
If the watercraft battery has run down, the
engine can be started using a 12-volt bat-
tery and jumper cables.
WARNING@ Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan-
gerous, causing severe burns, etc. Elec-
trolyte 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 physi-
cian immediately.
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 CHIL-
DREN.
@
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Connecting the jumper cables
1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable 1
to the positive (+) terminals of both bat-
teries.
2. Connect one end of the negative (–)
jumper cable 2 to the negative (–) termi-
nal of the booster battery 3.
3. Connect the other end of the negative (–)
cable to an engine hanger 4.
CAUTION:@ Do not connect the end of the jumper
cable to the negative (–) terminal on the
watercraft battery! Be sure all connec-
tions are secure and correct before
attempting to start the engine. Any
wrong connection may damage the elec-
trical system.
@
4. Start the engine, and then disconnect
the cables by reversing the steps above.
CAUTION:@
Never push the start switch while the
engine is running.

Do not operate the start switch for
more than 5 seconds, otherwise the
battery will be discharged and the
engine will not start. Also, the starter
motor may be damaged. If the engine
does not start in 5 seconds, release
the start switch, wait 15 seconds, and
then try again.
@
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Index
A
Adjusting the fuel injection system ........ 4-22
Approval label of emission control
certificate ................................................. 1-4
B
Battery ............................................ 3-10, 4-5
Beaching the watercraft ........................ 3-32
Bilge ........................................................ 3-9
Boarding alone ...................................... 3-24
Boarding and starting in deep water ..... 3-24
Boarding with passengers ..................... 3-25
Builder’s plate.......................................... 1-3
C
Capsized watercraft .............................. 3-27
Changing the engine oil ........................ 4-12
Check engine warning indicator ............ 2-20
Checking the air filter element............... 4-14
Checking the trolling speed ................... 4-22
Cleaning and adjusting the spark
plugs...................................................... 4-16
Cleaning the jet intake and impeller ........ 5-3
Cleaning the watercraft ........................... 4-6
Connecting the jumper cables................. 5-6
Cooling water pilot outlet .............. 2-11, 3-14
Cruising limitations ................................ 1-13
D
Docking the watercraft .......................... 3-32
E
Emergency procedures ........................... 5-3
Emission control information
(For Canada only) ................................... 1-4
Engine break-in ..................................... 3-15
Engine compartment ............................... 3-6
Engine oil ................................................ 3-3
Engine oil level ........................................ 3-7
Engine overheat warning indicator ........ 2-22
Engine serial number .............................. 1-2
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) ............... 3-13
Engine shut-off switch ............................. 2-9
Engine stop switch .................................. 2-9
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ......... 1-21F
Filling the fuel tank .................................. 3-4
Fire extinguisher .................................... 3-11
Flushing the cooling system .................... 4-1
Front storage compartment ................... 2-24
Fuel and oil.............................................. 3-1
Fuel level ................................................. 3-6
Fuel meter ............................................. 2-19
Fuel system ............................................. 4-4
Fuel tank ............................................... 4-11
Fuel tank filler cap ................................... 2-6
Fuel warning indicator ........................... 2-21
G
Gasohol ................................................... 3-2
Gasoline .................................................. 3-1
Getting to know your watercraft ............ 3-20
Glove compartment ............................... 2-25
H
Handgrip ................................................ 2-14
Hazard information ................................ 1-17
Hood........................................................ 2-6
Hour meter/Voltmeter ............................ 2-20
Hull and deck .......................................... 3-6
Hull Identification Number (HIN).............. 1-2
I
Identification numbers ............................. 1-1
Important labels ....................................... 1-5
Inspecting and adjusting the throttle
cable...................................................... 4-15
Inspecting the battery ............................ 4-20
Inspecting the fuel system ..................... 4-11
Inspecting the jet thrust nozzle angle .... 4-14
Inspecting the shift cable
(for VX110 Deluxe) ................................ 4-14
J
Jet unit................................................... 3-13
Jumping the battery ................................. 5-5
L
Label location .......................................... 1-5
Launching the watercraft ....................... 3-16
Learning to operate your watercraft ...... 3-20
Leaving the watercraft ........................... 3-19
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