2008 YAMAHA VX Owners Manual

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ble free play. (See page 72 for adjustment
procedures.)
Steering cable (handlebar end)
Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end)
For VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser:
Shift cable (reverse

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CAUTION:
ECJ00230
Be careful not to place the battery on its
side.
Be sure to remove the battery from the
battery compartment when adding elec-
trolyte or charging the batter

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CAUTION:
ECJ00220
Do not attempt to adjust the fuel injection
system. If the settings are disturbed by
someone who does not have the neces-
sary technical knowledge, poor engin

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EJU34542
Specifications
Watercraft capacity:
Maximum people on board:
3 person
Maximum load capacity:
240 kg (530 lb)
Dimensions:
Length:
3220 mm (126.8 in)
Width:
1170 mm (46.1 in)

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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 repl

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Engine runs irregu-
larly or stallsFuel Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible39
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by 
Yamaha dealer70
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced

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EJU34620
Emergency procedures EJU34630Cleaning the jet intake and impeller 
If weeds or debris get caught in the jet intake
or impeller, cavitation can occur, causing jet
thrust to

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CAUTION:
ECJ00660
Place a suitable clean cloth or carpeting
underneath the watercraft to protect it
from abrasions and scratches.
Always turn the watercraft over onto its
port (l