2009 YAMAHA FZS fuel

Maintenance and care
72
EJU37060Periodic maintenance chart
The following chart gives general guidelines for periodic maintenance. However, maintenance
may need to be performed more frequently depending on your operating conditions.
This“” mark indicates maintenance that you may do yourself.
This“” mark indicates work to be done by a Yamaha dealer.
Item OperationInitial Thereafter every
Page 10
hours50
hours100
hours100
hours200
hours
6
months12
months12
months24
months
Spark plugsCheck, clean, adjust 76
Lubrication pointsLubricate 77
Internal engine
componentsLubricate*2
50 hours or 12 months—
QSTS cablesLubricate—
Intermediate hous-
ingLubricate 77
Fuel systemCheck 74
Fuel tankCheck, clean 74
Trolling speedCheck, adjust 80
Throttle shaftCheck—
Cooling water pas-
sagesFlush
*169
Water inlet strain-
erCheck, clean—
Bilge strainerClean—
Electric bilge
pump strainerCheck, clean—
ImpellerCheck—
Jet thrust nozzle
angleCheck, adjust 74
Steering masterCheck—
QSTS mechanismCheck, adjust—
Shift cable and re-
verse gateCheck, adjust 75
Throttle cableCheck, adjust 75
Stern drain plugsCheck, replace 49
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Maintenance and care
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EJU34212Checking the fuel system
WARNING
EWJ00381
Leaking fuel can result in fire or explosion.

Check for fuel leakage regularly.

If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys-
tem must be repaired by a qualified me-
chanic. Improper repairs can make the
watercraft unsafe to operate.
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 leakageEJU34230Fuel 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.
EJU36951Engine 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.
NOTICE
ECJ00991
Do not run the engine with too much or not
enough oil in the engine, otherwise the en-
gine could be damaged.
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.
EJU34311Air filter element
Have a Yamaha dealer check the air filter ele-
ment at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart.
EJU34321Checking the jet thrust nozzle angle
Check the handlebars and jet thrust nozzle for
smooth operation.
Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the
right and left and check that the difference of
distances A and B between the jet thrust noz-
zle and the nozzle is within specification.1Fuel tank
1
Recommended engine oil:
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40, 20W-
50
Oil grade:
API SE,SF,SG,SH,SJ,SL
Oil quantity:
With oil filter replacement:
3.1 L (3.28 US qt, 2.73 Imp.qt)
Without oil filter replacement:
3.0 L (3.17 US qt, 2.64 Imp.qt)
Total amount:
4.3 L (4.55 US qt, 3.78 Imp.qt)
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(3) Secure the battery in place. WARNING!
Fire or explosion could result if the
breather hose is damaged, obstruct-
ed, or not connected properly.
[EWJ00451]
EJU34491
Fuel injection system
If the fuel injection system is malfunctioning,
have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft.
EJU37500Checking the trolling speed
(1) Place the watercraft in the water.
(2) Start the engine and warm it up. Use the
tachometer in the dual analog meter unit
to check the trolling speed.
If the trolling speed is out of specification,
have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft.
1Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
2Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead
3Breather hose
Trolling speed:
1250 ±100 r/min
12
3
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Specifications
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EJU34542
Specifications
Watercraft capacity:
Maximum people on board:
3 person
Maximum load capacity:
240 kg (530 lb)
Dimensions:
Length:
3370 mm (132.7 in)
Width:
1230 mm (48.4 in)
Height:
1160 mm (45.7 in)
Dry weight:
369 kg (813 lb)
Performance:
Maximum output (according to ISO 8665/SAE
J1228):
154.50 kW@7500 r/min
Maximum fuel consumption:
67.3 L/h (17.8 US gal/h, 14.8 Imp.gal/h)
Cruising range at full throttle:
1.04 hour
Trolling speed:
1250 ±100 r/min
Engine:
Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Number of cylinders:
4
Engine displacement:
1812 cm³
Bore & stroke:
86.0 × 78.0 mm (3.39 × 3.07 in)
Compression ratio:
8.6 : 1
Valve clearance-intake (cold):
0.14–0.23 mm (0.0055–0.0091 in)
Valve clearance-exhaust (cold):
0.28–0.37 mm (0.0110–0.0146 in)
Lubrication system:
Wet sump
Cooling system:
Water
Starting system:
Electric
Ignition system:
T.C.I.Spark plug:
LFR6A
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Battery capacity:
12 V, 19.0 Ah
Charging system:
Flywheel magneto
Drive unit:
Propulsion system:
Jet pump
Jet pump type:
Axial flow, single stage
Impeller rotation:
Counterclockwise
Jet thrust nozzle angle:
24.0+24.0 °
Jet thrust nozzle trim angle:
-10, -5, 0, 5, 10 °
Fuel and oil:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline
Minimum octane rating (PON):
86
Minimum octane rating (RON):
90
Recommended engine oil type SAE:
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40, 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade API:
API SE,SF,SG,SH,SJ,SL
Fuel tank total capacity:
70 L (18.5 US gal, 15.4 Imp.gal)
Engine oil quantity with oil filter replacement:
3.1 L (3.28 US qt, 2.73 Imp.qt)
Engine oil quantity without oil filter replacement:
3.0 L (3.17 US qt, 2.64 Imp.qt)
Engine oil total quantity:
4.3 L (4.55 US qt, 3.78 Imp.qt)
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Trouble recovery
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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.
EJU36982Troubleshooting chart
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
does not turn over)Yamaha Se-
curity SystemLock mode selected Select unlock mode
33
Engine shut-
off switchClip not in place Install clip
26
Fuse Burned out Replace fuse and
check wiring86
Battery Run down Recharge 78
Poor terminal con-
nectionsTighten as required
78
Terminal corroded Clean 70
Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
turns over)Throttle lever Squeezed Release 27
Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible43
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer74
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer74
Spark plug Fouled or defective Clean or replace 76
Spark plug
capNot connected or
looseConnect properly
76
Connected to wrong
cylinderConnect properly
76
Fuel injec-
tion systemFuel pump faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
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Engine runs irregu-
larly or stallsFuel Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible43
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer74
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer74
Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace 76
Incorrect heat range Replace 76
Gap incorrect Adjust 76
Spark plug
capLoose Connect properly 76
Cracked, torn, or
damagedHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Electrical wir-
ingLoose connection Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
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-
sible43
Oil pressure
warningOil pressure dropped Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer37
Engine over-
heatedJet intake clogged Clean
85
Check engine
warningFaulty sensors Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer39 TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Watercraft slow or
loses powerShift lever Not completely shift-
ed into forward posi-
tionPush lever forward
until it stops 29
Yamaha Se-
curity SystemLow-RPM mode se-
lectedSelect normal mode
33
Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 85
Impeller damaged or
wornHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer85
Engine over-
heat warningEngine speed reduc-
tion control activatedClean jet intake and
cool engine38
Oil pressure
warningEngine speed reduc-
tion control activatedAdd oil
37
Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace 76
Incorrect heat range Replace 76
Gap incorrect Adjust 76
Spark plug
capLoose Connect properly
76
Electrical wir-
ingLoose connection Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Fuel Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer74
Air filter Clogged Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer74
Oil buildup Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer74 TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Index
A
Air filter element ....................................... 74
B
Battery ................................................ 49, 70
Battery, checking...................................... 78
Battery, jumping ....................................... 86
Beaching the watercraft ........................... 66
Bilge ......................................................... 49
Boarding alone ......................................... 61
Boarding and starting from a dock ........... 60
Boarding and starting in deep water ........ 60
Boarding and starting in shallow water .... 60
Boarding with passengers ........................ 61
Bow down................................................. 31
Bow eye ................................................... 32
Bow up ..................................................... 31
Builder’s plate............................................. 2
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 63
Check engine warning.............................. 39
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 70
Cooling water pilot outlets .................. 28, 54
Craft Identification Number (CIN) ............... 1
Cruising limitations ................................... 11
D
Docking the watercraft ............................. 66
Dual analog meter unit ....................... 35, 54
E
Emergency procedures ............................ 85
Engine break-in ........................................ 55
Engine compartment ................................ 47
Engine oil ................................................. 44
Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 74
Engine oil level ......................................... 47
Engine overheat warning ......................... 38
Engine serial number ................................. 1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) .................. 53
Engine shut-off switch .............................. 26
Engine stop switch ................................... 26
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ............ 19
F
Fire extinguisher....................................... 50
Flushing the cooling system ..................... 69
Front storage compartment ...................... 39
Fuel .......................................................... 43Fuel and oil............................................... 43
Fuel injection system ................................ 80
Fuel level .................................................. 47
Fuel level meter ........................................ 37
Fuel level warning .................................... 37
Fuel system, checking .............................. 74
Fuel tank .................................................. 74
Fuel tank filler cap .................................... 25
Fuses, replacing ....................................... 86
G
Getting to know your watercraft ............... 58
Glove compartment .................................. 40
H
Handgrips ................................................. 31
Hazard information ................................... 15
Hood ......................................................... 25
Hour meter/voltmeter ............................... 36
Hull and deck ........................................... 47
I
Identification numbers ................................ 1
Information display ................................... 36
J
Jet intake .................................................. 53
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning .............. 85
Jet thrust nozzle angle, checking ............. 74
Jumper cables, connecting ...................... 86
L
Labels, important ........................................ 3
Labels, other .............................................. 8
Labels, warning .......................................... 4
Launching the watercraft .......................... 55
Learning to operate your watercraft ......... 58
Leaving the watercraft .............................. 57
Limitations on who may operate the
watercraft .............................................. 10
L-MODE (low-RPM mode) ....................... 33
Lubrication................................................ 70
Lubrication points ..................................... 77
M
Main components, location of .................. 20
Maintenance and adjustments ................. 71
Model information....................................... 2
O
Oil pressure warning ................................ 37
Operating in weeded areas ...................... 67
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