2012 YAMAHA FX HO recommended oil

Table of contents
General and important labels ........... 1
Identification numbers .................... 1
Primary Identification (PRI-ID)
number ........................................... 1
Craft Identification Number (CIN) ...... 1
Engine serial number ........................ 1
Manufactured date label .................... 2
Model information ........................... 2
Builder’s plate .................................... 2
Important labels .............................. 4
Warning labels ................................... 5
Other labels ....................................... 9
Safety information ........................... 11
Limitations on who may operate
the watercraft ............................ 11
Cruising limitations ....................... 12
Operation requirements ............... 13
Recommended equipment ........... 15
Hazard information ....................... 16
Watercraft characteristics ............. 16
Water-skiing ................................. 18
Safe boating rules ........................ 19
Enjoy your watercraft
responsibly ................................ 20
Description....................................... 21
Watercraft glossary ...................... 21
Location of main components ...... 22
Control function operation ............. 26
Watercraft control functions ......... 26
Remote control transmitter .............. 26
Yamaha Security System ................ 27
Engine stop switch .......................... 28
Engine shut-off switch ..................... 28
Start switch ...................................... 28
Throttle lever ................................... 29
Steering system ............................... 29
Adjustable tilt steering system ......... 30
Cooling water pilot outlet ................. 30
Water separator ............................... 31
Watercraft operation ....................... 32
Watercraft operation functions ..... 32
Shift system ..................................... 32
Quick Shift Trim System
(Q.S.T.S.) ..................................... 33
Watercraft operation modes ......... 35
Low RPM Mode ............................... 35
No-wake mode ................................ 36
Cruise assist .................................... 37
Instrument operation ...................... 40
Multifunction information center ... 40
Analog speedometer/tachometer .... 40
Information display .......................... 41
Equipment operation ...................... 46
Equipment .................................... 46
Seats ............................................... 46
Handgrip .......................................... 47
Reboarding grip ............................... 47
Reboarding step .............................. 47
Bow eye ........................................... 48
Stern eyes ....................................... 48
Cleat ................................................ 48
Pull-up cleats (FX Cruiser HO) ........ 49
Storage compartments .................... 49
Fire extinguisher holder and
cover ............................................ 54
Operation and handling
requirements ................................... 55
Fuel requirements ........................ 55
Fuel ................................................. 55
Engine oil requirements ............... 57
Engine oil ......................................... 57
Draining the bilge water ............... 58
Draining the bilge water on land ...... 58
Draining the bilge water on water .... 59
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Safety information
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Enjoy your watercraft
responsibly
You share the areas you enjoy when riding
your watercraft with others and with nature.
So your enjoyment includes a responsibility to
treat these other people, and the lands, wa-
ters, and wildlife with respect and courtesy.
Whenever and wherever you ride, think of
yourself as the guest of those around you. Re-
member, for example, that the sound of your
watercraft may be music to you, but it could be
just noise to others. And the exciting splash of
your wake can make waves others won’t en-
joy.
Avoid riding close to shoreline homes and wa-
terfowl nesting areas or other wildlife areas,
and keep a respectful distance from fisher-
men, other boats, swimmers, and populated
beaches. When travel in areas like these is
unavoidable, ride slowly and obey all laws.
Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure
that the exhaust emission and sound levels of
your watercraft will continue to be within regu-
lated limits. You have the responsibility to
make sure that the recommended mainte-
nance in this owner’s/operator’s manual is
carried out.
Remember, pollution can be harmful to the
environment. Do not refuel or add oil where a
spill could cause damage to nature. Remove
your watercraft from the water and move it
away from the shoreline before refueling. Dis-
pose of water and any fuel and oil residue in
the engine compartment according to local
regulations. And keep your surroundings
pleasant for the people and wildlife that share
the waterways: don’t litter.
When you ride responsibly, with respect and
courtesy for others, you help ensure that ourwaterways stay open for the enjoyment of a
variety of recreational opportunities.
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Operation and handling requirements
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EJU40290
Engine oil requirements EJU41510Engine oil
NOTICE
ECJ00281
Use only 4-stroke engine oil. Usage of 2-
stroke engine oil could result in severe en-
gine damage.
Checking the engine oil level
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
ECJ01001
Make sure that debris and water do not en-
ter the oil filler hole. Debris and water in
the engine oil can cause serious engine
damage.
To check the engine oil level:
(1) Place the watercraft in a precisely level
position on land with the engine stopped.
If the engine was running, allow the en-
gine oil to settle by waiting 5 minutes or
more before checking the oil level.
(2) Remove the seats. (See page 46 for seat
removal and installation procedures.)(3) Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.
(4) Insert the dipstick back into the dipstick
tube completely. Remove the dipstick
again and make sure that the engine oil
level is between the minimum and maxi-
mum level marks.
(5) If the engine oil level is significantly above
the maximum level mark, consult a
Yamaha dealer. If the engine oil level is
below the minimum level mark, add en-
gine oil. Recommended engine oil type:
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40, 20W-
50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API SE,SF,SG,SH,SJ,SL
1Dipstick
1Maximum level mark
2Minimum level mark
1
21
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Care and storage
87
egg, or vegetable oil. Call a physician im-
mediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc., well away.
If using or charging the battery in an en-
closed space, make sure that it is well ven-
tilated. Always shield your eyes when
working near batteries.
Keep out of the reach of children.
To remove the battery:
(1) Disconnect the negative (–) battery lead.
(2) Disconnect the positive (+) battery lead.
(3) Disconnect the breather hose.
(4) Unhook the battery bands, and then re-
move the battery from the watercraft.
Checking the battery
●Make sure that the battery case is not dam-
aged.
●Make sure that the battery terminals are not
corroded or damaged.
●Make sure that the breather hose is not
clogged or damaged.Checking the electrolyte level
Make sure that the electrolyte level is be-
tween the maximum and minimum level
marks.
If the electrolyte level is low, add distilled wa-
ter to raise it to the specified level. NOTICE:
Use only distilled water for replenishing
the battery, otherwise battery life could be
shortened.
[ECJ00241]
If distilled water was added, check the battery
voltage.
It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer
check the battery voltage and charge the bat-
tery. If you charge the battery yourself, be
sure to read and follow the instructions provid-
ed with the battery tester and charger you
use. NOTICE: Do not attempt to charge a
battery hastily. Battery life could be short-
ened.
[ECJ00251]
1Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
2Battery band
3Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead
4Breather hose
143 2
1Maximum level mark
2Minimum level mark
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Maintenance
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EJU36942Engine 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 and the engine oil filter.
However, if you choose to change the oil and
filter on your own, consult a Yamaha dealer.
Nuts and boltsCheck —
Air filter elementCheck —
Engine oilReplace 94
Oil filterReplace 94
Valve clearanceCheck, adjust — Item OperationInitial Thereafter every
Page 10
hours50 hours100
hours200
hours
6
months12
months12
months24
months
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Specifications
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Specifications
Watercraft capacity:
Maximum people on board:
3 person
Maximum load capacity:
240 kg (530 lb)
Dimensions:
Length:
3560 mm (140.2 in)
Width:
1230 mm (48.4 in)
Height:
1230 mm (48.4 in)
Dry weight:
FX HO 373 kg (822 lb)
FX Cruiser HO 374 kg (825 lb)
Performance:
Maximum output (according to ISO 8665/SAE
J1228):
132.4 kW@7600 r/min
Maximum fuel consumption:
48.2 L/h (12.7 US gal/h, 10.6 Imp.gal/h)
Cruising range at full throttle:
1.45 hour
Trolling speed:
1300 ±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:
11.0 : 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:
ElectricIgnition 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 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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Index
Learning to operate your watercraft ......... 72
Leaving the watercraft .............................. 74
Limitations on who may operate the
watercraft .............................................. 11
Long-term storage .................................... 89
Low RPM Mode........................................ 35
Lubrication................................................ 89
M
Main components, location of .................. 22
Maintenance............................................. 91
Manufactured date label............................. 2
Model information....................................... 2
Multifunction information center ............... 40
Multifunction information center check ..... 71
N
No-wake mode ......................................... 36
O
Oil pressure warning ................................ 44
Operating in weeded areas ...................... 83
Operating the watercraft........................... 74
Operating the watercraft in reverse or
neutral ................................................... 77
Operating your watercraft......................... 72
Operation requirements ........................... 13
P
Periodic maintenance chart...................... 93
Post-launch checks .................................. 71
Post-operation care .................................. 85
Pre-launch checks.................................... 64
Pre-operation check points ...................... 64
Pre-operation checklist............................. 62
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ...... 1
Pull-up cleats (FX Cruiser HO)................. 49
Q
Quick Shift Trim System (Q.S.T.S.) ......... 33
Quick Shift Trim System (Q.S.T.S.)
checks................................................... 67
R
Reboarding grip........................................ 47
Reboarding step ....................................... 47
Recommended equipment ....................... 15
Remote control transmitter ....................... 26
Remote control transmitter check ............ 69
Riding position.......................................... 73
Rustproofing ............................................. 90S
Safe boating rules .................................... 19
Safety equipment check ........................... 70
Seats ........................................................ 46
Shift system.............................................. 32
Shift system checks ................................. 68
Start switch............................................... 28
Starting off ................................................ 81
Starting off from a trailer ........................... 82
Starting the engine on water .................... 73
Steering system ....................................... 29
Steering system checks ........................... 66
Stern drain plug checks ............................ 70
Stern eyes ................................................ 48
Stern storage compartment ...................... 51
Stopping the engine ................................. 74
Stopping the watercraft ............................ 76
Storage compartment checks .................. 69
Storage compartments ............................. 49
Submerged watercraft ............................ 104
Switch checks .......................................... 69
T
Throttle lever ............................................ 29
Throttle lever checks ................................ 68
Tool kit...................................................... 91
Towing the watercraft ............................. 103
Transporting on a trailer ........................... 60
Troubleshooting ....................................... 96
Troubleshooting chart .............................. 96
Turning the watercraft .............................. 75
W
Water separator ....................................... 31
Water separator check ............................. 64
Watercraft characteristics ......................... 16
Watercraft control functions ..................... 26
Watercraft operation functions ................. 32
Watercraft operation modes ..................... 35
Water-skiing ............................................. 18
Watertight storage compartments ............ 52
Y
Yamaha Security System ......................... 27
Yamaha Security System settings ........... 27
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