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EJU34560
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.
EJU34570Troubleshooting chart
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
does not turn over)Engine shut-
off switchClip not in place Install clip
20
Fuse Burned out Replace fuse and
check wiring66
Battery Run down Recharge 59
Poor terminal con-
nectionsTighten as required
59
Terminal corroded Clean 48
Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
turns over)Fuel cock Turned to “OFF”Turn fuel cock knob to
“ON”19
Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible26
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer52
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer52
Spark plug Fouled or defective Clean or replace 56
Spark plug
capNot connected or
looseConnect properly
56
Crankcase Filled with water Crank engine with
plug out until clean67
Fuel filter Clogged or water
pooledHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer52
Choke Knob moves back on
its ownTighten choke knob
adjusting nut58
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