2014 YAMAHA FZR SVHO service

Instrument operation
36
EJU35025Information display
The information display shows watercraft op-
erating conditions.
EJU37265Hour meter/voltmeter
The hour meter/voltmeter has both an hour
meter function and a voltmeter function. By
switching the meter, it can be used as either
an hour meter or a voltmeter.
TIP:
The hour meter is selected at the Yamaha
factory.Hour meter
The hour meter shows the total number of
hours that the engine has been running since
the watercraft was new.
TIP:
The elapsed time will be kept even if the bat-
tery terminals have been disconnected.
To switch to the hour meter from the voltme-
ter:
Push the “Hour Volt” button for at least 1 sec-
ond. The display switches to the hour meter
from the voltmeter.
Voltmeter
The voltmeter shows the battery voltage.
When the battery voltage is normal, the volt-
meter displays approximately 12 volts.
If the battery voltage has dropped significant-
ly, “LO” is displayed on the voltmeter. If the
battery voltage has risen significantly, “HI” is
displayed. If “LO” or “HI” is displayed, imme-
diately return to shore and have a Yamaha
dealer service the watercraft.
1
Fuel level meter
2 Fuel indicator
3 Engine overheat warning indicator
4 Check engine warning indicator
5 Oil pressure warning indicator
6 Hour meter/voltmeter
1 Hour meter/voltmeter
12345
6
1
1 “Hour Volt” button
2 Hour meter
1
2
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Care and storage
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EJU33493
Long-term storage
WARNING
EWJ00331
Always place the watercraft upright in a
horizontal position when storing it, other-
wise fuel could leak out into the engine or
engine compartment, which could create
a fire hazard.
Storage for long periods of time, such as win-
ter storage, requires preventive maintenance
to ensure against deterioration. It is advisable
to have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha
dealer prior to storage.
However, the following procedures can be
performed easily by the owner.
EJU40763Cleaning
(1) Flush the cooling water passages. (Seepage 77 for information on flushing the
cooling water passages.)
TIP:
If you will be storing the watercraft for a pro-
longed period, such as winter storage, top off
the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add fuel
stabilizer and conditioner to the fuel tank ac-
cording to the manufacturer’s instruction be-
fore starting the engine.
(2) Clean the watercraft. (See page 78 for in-formation on cleaning the watercraft.)
Wax the hull with a non-abrasive wax.
EJU41261Lubrication
Use a suitable marine grease applicator to
pressure-lubricate the cables and purge out
any moisture between the inner and outer ca-
bles.
To keep moving parts sliding or rotating
smoothly, lubricate them with water-resistant
grease.
Throttle cable (throttle lever end)
Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end) and
Q.S.T.S. rod (jet thrust nozzle end)
Shift cable (reverse gate end)Recommended water-resistant grease:
Yamaha Marine Grease/Yamaha
Grease A
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Maintenance
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EJU43100Periodic maintenance chart
The periodic maintenance chart gives general guidelines for periodic maintenance. Have a
Yamaha dealer perform the checks in the following chart. However, maintenance may need to be performed more frequently depending on your operating conditions. If you have any
questions, consult a Yamaha dealer.
This “ √” mark indicates items to be checked and serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Item OperationInitial Thereafter every
Page
10 hours 50 hours
or 12
months *1 100
hours or 12
months *1 200
hours or 24
months *1
Fuel line Check fuel hoses and
clamps
√
—
Fuel filler cap/Wa-
ter separator Check O-rings for cracks
and deformation
√
—
Fuel tank Check installation and
straps
√
—
Water inlet strainer Check for clogs and dam-
age
√
—
Cooling water hos-
es Check for damage and
leakage, and check
clamps
√
—
Engine oil Replace √√ 87
Oil filter Replace √87
Intermediate hous-
ing Lubricate
√—
Spark plugs Check √√ —
Battery Check specific gravity of
electrolyte, terminals,
bands, and breather hose √
—
Battery leads Check terminals √—
Steering master Check operation and for
looseness
√√
—
Steering cable Check exterior and con-
nections, and lubricate
√
—
Q.S.T.S. cable Check exterior and con-
nections, and lubricate
√
—
Q.S.T.S. converter
and rod Check exterior and con-
nections, and lubricate
√√
—
Shift lever Check exterior and con-
nections, and lubricate
√
—
Shift cable and re-
verse gate Check exterior and con-
nections, and lubricate
√
—
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Trouble recovery
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EJU34562
Troubleshooting
If you have any trouble with your watercraft, use the troubleshooting chart to check for the
possible cause.
If you cannot find the cause, consult a Yamaha dealer.
EJU36986Troubleshooting chart
Confirm the possible cause and remedy, and then refer to the applicable page.
TROUBLEPOSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDYPAGE
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
does not turn over) Ya m a h a S e -
curity System
Lock mode selected Select unlock mode
26
Engine shut-
off switch Clip not in place Install clip
27
Fuse Burned out Replace fuse and
check wiring 93
Battery Run down Recharge78
Poor terminal con-
nections Tighten as required
78
Terminal corroded Clean or replace 78
Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer —
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
turns over) Throttle lever Squeezed
Release27
Fuel Fuel tank empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible 47
Stale or contaminat-
ed Have 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
cap Not connected or
loose Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Connected to wrong
cylinder Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Fuel injec-
tion system Fuel pump faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer —
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Engine runs irregu-
larly or stallsFuel Fuel tank empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible47
Stale or contaminat-
ed Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Incorrect octane
number Use correct fuel
47
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
cap Not connected or
loose Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Cracked, torn, or
damaged Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Electrical wir-
ing Loose connection Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer —
Fuel injec-
tion system Faulty or clogged in-
jectors Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Warning light or in-
dicator blinks or
comes on Fuel level
warning
Fuel tank empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible 47
Oil pressure
warning Oil pressure dropped Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer 37
Engine over-
heat warning Jet intake clogged Clean
92
Check en-
gine warning Faulty sensors Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer 38
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Watercraft slow or
loses powerShift lever Not completely shift-
ed into forward posi-
tion Push lever forward
until it stops 31
Watercraft
operation
mode Low RPM Mode acti-
vated
Deactivate Low RPM
Mode 33
Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 92 Impeller damaged or
worn Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
92
Engine over-
heat warning Engine speed reduc-
tion control activated Clean jet intake and
cool engine
38
Oil pressure
warning Engine speed reduc-
tion control activated Add oil
37
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
cap Not connected or
loose Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Electrical wir-
ing Loose connection Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer —
Fuel Stale or contaminat- ed Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Incorrect octane
number Use correct fuel
47
Air filter Clogged Have serviced by Yamaha dealer—
Oil buildup Have serviced by Yamaha dealer —
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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(7) Securely install the seats in their originalpositions.
If the fuse immediately blows again, the elec-
trical system may be defective. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft.
EJU41822Replacing the bilge pump fuse
If the fuse is blown, replace it with the proper
fuse.
To replace the fuse:
(1) Remove the seats and engine cover. (See page 40 for seat removal and instal-
lation procedures and page 83 for engine
cover removal and installation proce-
dures.)
(2) Remove the plastic ties that are securing the corrugated tube and bilge pump fuse
leads.
TIP:
Be careful not to drop the plastic ties into the
engine compartment.
(3) Pull out the bilge pump fuse holder fromthe rubber cover, and then remove the
fuse cover.
(4) Replace the blown fuse with the spare fuse of the correct amperage.
WARNING! Do not use fuses of a dif- ferent amperage than recommended.
Substitution with a fuse that has an
improper rating can cause extensive
electrical system damage and possi-
ble fire.
[EWJ00803]
TIP:
If the fuse is difficult to remove, use the fuse
puller on the reverse side of the electrical box
1 Good fuse
2 Blown fuse
2
1
1 Bilge pump fuse lead
2 Plastic tie
3 Corrugated tube
213
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cap. (See page 93 for information on the fuse
puller.)
(5) Securely install the fuse cover, and thenfit the bilge pump fuse holder into the
rubber cover.
(6) Secure the bilge pump fuse leads and corrugated tube with the plastic ties.
(7) Securely install the engine cover and seats in their original positions. If the fuse immediately blows again, the elec-
trical system may be defective. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft.
EJU34716Towing the watercraft
WARNING
EWJ00812
The operator of the towing boat must
keep speed to a minimum and avoid
traffic or obstacles which could be a
hazard to the operator on the water-
craft.
The towline should be long enough so
that the watercraft will not collide with
the towing boat when slowing down.
If the watercraft becomes inoperative in the
water, it can be towed to shore.
To tow the watercraft:
Use a towline that is three times the com-
bined length of the towing boat and the wa-
tercraft.
(1) Securely attach the towline to the bow
eye of the watercraft being towed.
(2) Sit astride the seat and hold on to the handlebars in order to balance the water-
craft. NOTICE: The bow must be kept
up out of the water during towing, oth-
erwise water could flood the engine
compartment or water could flow
1 Bilge pump fuse holder
2 Fuse cover
3 Spare fuse
4 Fuse
Fuse amperage:
Bilge pump fuse:3 A
1Bilge pump fuse lead
2 Plastic tie
3 Corrugated tube
4 Rubber cover
21
43
213
41Bow eye
1
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