2012 YAMAHA VXR fuel

Specifications
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Specifications
Watercraft capacity:
Maximum people on board:
3 person
Maximum load capacity:
240 kg (530 lb)
Dimensions:
Length:
VXS 3220 mm (126.8 in)
VXR 3270 mm (128.7 in)
Width:
1170 mm (46.1 in)
Height:
1160 mm (45.7 in)
Dry weight:
VXS 327 kg (721 lb)
VXR 330 kg (728 lb)
Performance:
Maximum output (according to ISO 8665/SAE
J1228):
132.4 kW@7600 r/min
Maximum fuel consumption:
48.6 L/h (12.8 US gal/h, 10.7 Imp.gal/h)
Cruising range at full throttle:
1.24 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 °
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:
60 L (15.9 US gal, 13.2 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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Troubleshooting
If you have any trouble with your watercraft, use the troubleshooting chart to check for the pos-
sible cause.
If you cannot find the cause, consult a Yamaha dealer.
EJU34595Troubleshooting chart
Confirm the possible cause and remedy, and then refer to the applicable page.
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
does not turn over)Yamaha Se-
curity SystemLock mode selected Select unlock mode
26
Engine shut-
off switchClip not in place Install clip
27
Fuse Burned out Replace fuse and
check wiring86
Battery Run down Recharge 72
Poor terminal con-
nectionsTighten as required
72
Terminal corroded Clean or replace 72
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-
sible44
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Spark plug
capNot connected or
looseHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Connected to wrong
cylinderHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
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-
sible44
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Incorrect heat range Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Gap incorrect Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Spark plug
capNot connected or
looseHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
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 blinks or
comes onFuel level Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible44
Oil pressure
warningOil pressure dropped Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer36
Engine over-
heatedJet intake clogged Clean
85
Check engine
warningFaulty sensors Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer37 TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Trouble recovery
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Watercraft slow or
loses powerWatercraft
operation
modeLow RPM mode acti-
vatedDeactivate Low RPM
Mode 31
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 engine36
Oil pressure
warningEngine speed reduc-
tion control activatedAdd oil
36
Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Incorrect heat range Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Gap incorrect Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Spark plug
capNot connected or
looseHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Electrical wir-
ingLoose connection Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Fuel Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Air filter Clogged Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Oil buildup Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer— TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Index
A
After removing the watercraft from the
water ..................................................... 70
B
Battery care .............................................. 72
Battery checks.......................................... 53
Battery, jumping ....................................... 86
Beaching and docking the watercraft ....... 69
Beverage holder ....................................... 42
Bilge water check ..................................... 53
Bilge water, draining................................. 47
Bilge water, draining on land .................... 47
Bilge water, draining on water .................. 47
Boarding alone ......................................... 64
Boarding and starting off from a dock ...... 68
Boarding the watercraft ............................ 64
Boarding with passenger(s) ..................... 65
Bow eye ................................................... 39
Bow storage compartment ....................... 40
Builder’s plate............................................. 2
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 68
Check engine warning.............................. 37
Cleaning ................................................... 75
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 72
Cleat ......................................................... 40
Cooling water pilot outlet .......................... 29
Cooling water pilot outlet check ............... 58
Craft Identification Number (CIN) ............... 1
Cruising limitations ................................... 11
E
Emergency procedures ............................ 85
Engine break-in ........................................ 49
Engine compartment check...................... 52
Engine cover, removing and installing ..... 77
Engine idling speed check ....................... 58
Engine oil ................................................. 45
Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 80
Engine oil level check............................... 52
Engine oil requirements ........................... 45
Engine overheat warning ......................... 36
Engine serial number ................................. 1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check ....... 55
Engine shut-off switch .............................. 27
Engine stop switch ................................... 27Engine unit check ..................................... 52
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ............ 19
Equipment ................................................ 38
F
Fire extinguisher check ............................ 57
Fire extinguisher holder and cover ........... 42
Fire extinguisher holder, cover, and
band checks.......................................... 56
Flushing the cooling water passages ....... 71
Fuel .......................................................... 44
Fuel level check ....................................... 52
Fuel level meter ........................................ 35
Fuel level warning .................................... 35
Fuel requirements .................................... 44
Fuel system checks .................................. 52
Fuses, replacing ....................................... 86
G
Getting to know your watercraft ............... 59
Glossary, watercraft ................................. 20
Glove compartment .................................. 41
H
Handgrip ................................................... 39
Hazard information ................................... 15
Hood check .............................................. 58
Hour meter/voltmeter ............................... 34
Hull and deck check ................................. 57
I
Identification numbers ................................ 1
Information display ................................... 33
J
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning .............. 85
Jet intake checks ...................................... 57
Jumper cables, connecting ...................... 86
L
Labels, important ........................................ 4
Labels, other .............................................. 8
Labels, warning .......................................... 5
Launching the watercraft .......................... 60
Learning to operate your watercraft ......... 59
Leaving the watercraft .............................. 61
Limitations on who may operate the
watercraft .............................................. 10
Long-term storage .................................... 75
Low RPM Mode ........................................ 31
Lubrication................................................ 75
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