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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
19
Fuse Burned out Replace fuse and 
check wiring67
Battery Run down Recharge 60
Poor terminal con-
nectionsTighten as required
60
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”18
Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible26
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by 
Yamaha dealer53
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by 
Yamaha dealer53
Spark plug Fouled or defective Clean or replace 57
Spark plug 
capNot connected or 
looseConnect properly
57
Crankcase Filled with water Crank engine with 
plug out until clean68
Fuel filter Clogged or water 
pooledHave serviced by 
Yamaha dealer53
Choke Knob moves back on 
its ownTighten choke knob 
adjusting nut59
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