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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.
EJU34571Troubleshooting 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 wiring64
Battery Run down Recharge 57
Poor terminal con-
nectionsTighten as required
57
Terminal corroded Clean 46
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-
sible25
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer51
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer51
Spark plug Fouled or defective Clean or replace 55
Spark plug
capNot connected or
looseConnect properly
55
Crankcase Filled with water Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer65
Fuel filter Clogged or water
pooledHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer51
Choke Knob moves back on
its ownTighten choke knob
adjusting nut57
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