Maintenance and care
82
* This operation should be performed after every use.
Nuts and boltsCheck—
Air filter elementCheck 84
Engine oilReplace 83
Oil filterReplace 83
Valve clearanceCheck, adjust— Item OperationInitial Thereafter every
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hours50
hours100
hours100
hours200
hours
6
months12
months12
months24
months
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83
EJU34210Checking the fuel system
WARNING
EWJ00380
Gasoline is highly flammable and explo-
sive. Failure to check for and repair any
fuel leakage could result in a fire or explo-
sion. A fire or explosion can cause severe
injury or death. Shut the engine off. Do not
smoke. Avoid spilling gasoline.
Fuel in the fuel lines is pressurized.
Fuel can spray out and cause injury or a
fire hazard if a fuel line is disconnected.
Do not run the engine with a fuel line dis-
connected.
Check the fuel system for leaks, cracks, and
malfunctions. If any problem is found, consult
a Yamaha dealer.
Check:
Fuel tank filler cap and seal for damage.
Fuel in fuel tank for water and dirt.
Fuel tank for damage, cracks, and leakage.
Fuel hoses and joints for damage, cracks,
and leakage.
Air bleeding passages for leakage.EJU34230Fuel tank
Check the fuel tank for leakage and for water
in the tank. If water is found in the fuel system,
or if the fuel tank needs to be cleaned, have a
Yamaha dealer service the watercraft.
EJU34290Engine oil and oil filter
WARNING
EWJ00340
Engine oil is extremely hot immediately af-
ter the engine is turned off. Coming in con-
tact with or getting any engine oil on your
clothes could result in burns.
CAUTION:
ECJ00180
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 dam-
aged.
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 fil-
ter if necessary.
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 regula-
tions.
1Fuel tank
Recommended engine oil:
See page 50.
Oil quantity:
With oil filter replacement:
2.3 L (2.43 US qt) (2.02 Imp.qt)
Without oil filter replacement:
2.1 L (2.22 US qt) (1.85 Imp.qt)
Total amount:
4.5 L (4.76 US qt) (3.96 Imp.qt)
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84
CAUTION:
ECJ00190
If oil is leaking or the oil pressure warning
indicator comes on when the engine is
running, immediately shut the engine off
and have a Yamaha dealer check the wa-
tercraft. Continuing to operate the engine
under such conditions could cause severe
engine damage.
EJU34300Checking the air filter element
The air filter element should be checked every
12 months or every 100 hours of operation.
To check the air filter element:
(1) Remove the seats. (See page 24 for seat
removal and installation procedures.)
(2) Remove the air filter case cover screws,
slide the locks open, and then remove the
air filter case cover.
(3) Remove the air filter element and check it
for dirt and oil. Replace the air filter ele-ment if there is any oil buildup, or every 2
years or every 200 hours of operation.
(4) Install the air filter element in the air filter
case, and then install the air filter case
cover.
(5) Install the seats.
CAUTION:
ECJ00200
Make sure that the air filter element is in-
stalled in the air filter case properly.
Do not start the engine with the air filter
element removed, otherwise the pistons
and cylinders 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 solvent
to clean the air filter element, or dry it
with hot or compressed air, otherwise it
could be damaged.
1Air filter case cover screw
2Lock
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Trouble recovery
93
Engine runs irregu-
larly or stallsFuel Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible50
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer83
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer83
Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace 86
Incorrect heat range Replace 86
Gap incorrect Adjust 86
Spark plug
capLoose Connect properly 86
Cracked, torn, or
damagedReplace
—
Electrical wir-
ingLoose connection Tighten or connect
properly—
Fuel injec-
tion systemFaulty or clogged in-
jectorsHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Warning light or in-
dicator blinksFuel level Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible50
Engine over-
heatedJet intake clogged Clean
94
Exhaust gas
temperatureGas temperature is
too highCool down engine
41
Check engine
warningFaulty sensors Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer41
Watercraft slow or
loses powerCavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 94
Impeller damaged or
wornHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer94
Engine over-
heat warningEngine speed reduc-
tion control activatedClean jet intake and
cool engine40
Oil pressure
warningEngine speed reduc-
tion control activatedAdd oil
40
Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace 86
Incorrect heat range Replace 86
Gap incorrect Adjust 86
Spark plug
capsLoose Connect properly
86
Electrical wir-
ingLoose connection Tighten or connect
properly—
Fuel Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer83
Air filter Clogged Clean or replace 84
Oil buildup Replace 84 TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Index
A
Air filter element, checking ....................... 84
Analog speedometer/tachometer ............. 35
Analog speedometer/tachometer and
indicator lights ....................................... 35
B
Battery ................................................ 55, 78
Battery, checking...................................... 88
Battery, jumping ....................................... 95
Beaching the watercraft ........................... 72
Beverage holder ....................................... 47
Bilge ......................................................... 54
Boarding alone ......................................... 67
Boarding and starting from a dock ........... 66
Boarding and starting in deep water ........ 66
Boarding and starting in shallow water .... 66
Boarding with passengers ........................ 67
Bow down................................................. 31
Bow eye ................................................... 32
Bow up ..................................................... 31
Builder’s plate............................................. 2
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 69
Check engine warning indicator ............... 41
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 78
Cooling water pilot outlet .......................... 60
Cooling water pilot outlets ........................ 28
Cruising limitations ................................... 11
D
Digital speedometer ................................. 38
Docking the watercraft ............................. 72
E
Emergency procedures ............................ 94
Engine break-in ........................................ 61
Engine compartment ................................ 53
Engine oil ................................................. 50
Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 83
Engine oil level ......................................... 53
Engine overheat warning indicator ........... 40
Engine serial number ................................. 1
Engine shut-off cord ................................. 59
Engine shut-off switch .............................. 27
Engine stop switch ................................... 27
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ............ 19
Exhaust temperature warning indicator.... 41F
Filling the fuel tank ................................... 50
Fire extinguisher ....................................... 56
Flushing the cooling system ..................... 76
Front storage compartment ...................... 45
Fuel and oil............................................... 49
Fuel injection system ................................ 90
Fuel level .................................................. 53
Fuel level meter ........................................ 38
Fuel level warning indicator ...................... 39
Fuel system .............................................. 77
Fuel system, checking .............................. 83
Fuel tank .................................................. 83
Fuel tank filler cap .................................... 26
Fuses, replacing ....................................... 96
G
Gasohol .................................................... 49
Gasoline ................................................... 49
Getting to know your watercraft ............... 64
Glove compartment .................................. 46
H
Handgrip ................................................... 32
Hazard information ................................... 15
Hood ......................................................... 25
Hour meter/voltmeter ............................... 39
Hull and deck ........................................... 53
Hull Identification Number (HIN)................. 1
I
Identification numbers ................................ 1
Important labels .......................................... 3
J
Jet intake .................................................. 59
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning .............. 94
Jet thrust nozzle angle, checking ............. 85
Jumper cables, connecting ...................... 95
L
Labels, other .............................................. 8
Labels, warning .......................................... 4
Launching the watercraft .......................... 61
Learning to operate your watercraft ......... 64
Leaving the watercraft .............................. 63
Left multifunction display and
operation buttons .................................. 37
Limitations on who may operate
the watercraft ........................................ 10
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Index
Lubrication................................................ 77
Lubrication points ..................................... 87
M
Main components, location of .................. 20
Maintenance and adjustments ................. 79
Model information....................................... 2
Multifunction information center ......... 34, 60
O
Oil pressure warning indicator.................. 40
Operating your watercraft......................... 64
Operation ................................................. 61
Operation of controls and
other functions ...................................... 24
Operation requirements ........................... 12
Owner’s/operator’s manual and tool kit .... 80
P
Periodic maintenance chart...................... 81
Post-operation care .................................. 73
Pre-operation check list............................ 51
Pre-operation check points ...................... 53
Pre-operation checks ............................... 51
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ...... 1
Pull-up cleats
(for FX Cruiser High Output) ................. 33
Q
Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS) ............. 58
Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS)
selector ................................................. 30
R
Reboarding step ....................................... 32
Recommended equipment ....................... 14
Remote control transmitter ....................... 26
Reverse on waterways ............................. 72
Riding with passengers ............................ 65
Right multifunction display and
operation buttons
(for FX Cruiser High Output) ................. 42
Rough water operation ............................. 73
“RPM” indicator light................................. 36
S
Safe boating rules .................................... 19
Seat storage compartment ....................... 46
Seats ........................................................ 24
Shift cable, checking ................................ 85
Shift lever ................................................. 29Shift lever and reverse gate ..................... 57
Spark plugs, cleaning and adjusting ........ 86
“SPEED” indicator light ............................ 36
Start switch............................................... 27
Starting the engine ................................... 61
Starting the watercraft .............................. 65
Steering system ................................. 28, 57
Stern drain plugs ...................................... 55
Stern eyes ................................................ 33
Stopping the engine ................................. 63
Stopping the watercraft ............................ 72
Storage..................................................... 76
Storage compartments ............................. 45
Submerged watercraft .............................. 97
Switches ................................................... 60
T
Throttle cable, checking and adjusting ..... 85
Throttle lever ...................................... 28, 57
Tilt lever .................................................... 29
Towing the watercraft ............................... 97
Transporting ............................................. 75
Trolling speed, checking .......................... 90
Troubleshooting ....................................... 92
Troubleshooting chart .............................. 92
Turning the watercraft .............................. 70
U
“UNLOCK” indicator light .......................... 37
W
“WARNING” indicator light ....................... 37
Water separator ....................................... 54
Watercraft characteristics ......................... 15
Water-skiing ............................................. 17
Watertight compartment ........................... 47
Y
Yamaha Engine Management
System (YEMS) .................................... 33
Yamaha Security System ......................... 33
Yamaha Security System lock and
unlock modes........................................ 33
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