2022 YAMAHA VX CRUISER HO seats

Table of contents
General and important labels ........... 1Identification numbers .................... 1
Primary Identification (PRI-ID)
number............................................ 1
Craft Identification Number (CIN) ....... 1
Engine serial number.......................... 1
Manufactured date label .................... 2
Model information ........................... 3
Builder’s plate .................................... 3
Important labels .............................. 4
Warning labels.................................... 5
Other labels ........................................ 8
Safety information ............................. 9 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft ............................... 9
Cruising limitations ........................ 10
Operation requirements ................ 11
Recommended equipment ........... 13
Hazard information........................ 14
Watercraft characteristics ............. 14
Wakeboarding and water-skiing ... 16
Safe boating rules ......................... 17
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ................................. 18
Description....................................... 19 Watercraft glossary ....................... 19
Location of main components ...... 20
Control function operation ............. 24 Watercraft control functions ......... 24
Yamaha Security System ................. 24
Engine start/stop switch ................. 25
Engine shut-off switch .................... 25
Throttle lever .................................... 25
RiDE lever ........................................ 26
Steering system ............................... 26
Cooling water pilot outlet ................. 26
Water separator................................ 27
Watercraft operation ...................... 28Watercraft operation functions ..... 28
Shift system ..................................... 28
Watercraft operation modes ......... 31
Reverse assist .................................. 31
T.D.E.
(thrust directional enhancer) ......... 31
No-wake mode ................................. 32
Drive control mode ........................... 33
Cruise assist ..................................... 35
Instrument operation ...................... 37 Multifunction information center ... 37
Operation buttons ............................ 37
Display.............................................. 37
Home screen ................................... 39
Information screen .......................... 39
Drive control mode screen .............. 40
Setting menu screen ....................... 40
Engine lock screen .......................... 41
Warning function .............................. 42
Audio system (equipped models) ..................... 44
Audio control .................................... 44
Accessory outlet ........................... 45
USB charger ................................. 46
Equipment operation ...................... 47 Equipment..................................... 47
Seats ................................................ 47
Handgrip........................................... 48
Reboarding grip................................ 48
Reboarding step ............................... 48
Bow eye............................................ 49
Stern eyes ........................................ 49
Cleat ................................................. 49
Pull-up cleats ................................... 50
Storage compartments .................... 50
Fire extinguisher holder and cover ... 53
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Equipment operation
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EquipmentEJU31045Seats
The front and rear seats are removable.
Remove the seats to access the engine com-
partment and seat storage compartment.
To remove the rear seat:
(1) Pull the rear seat latch up, and then lift upthe rear of the seat.
(2) Pull the seat rearward and remove it.
To install the rear seat:
(1) Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the stays on the deck. (2) Push the rear of the seat down to secure-
ly lock it in place.
To remove the front seat:
(1) Remove the rear seat.
(2) Pull the front seat latch up, and then liftup the rear of the seat.
(3) Pull the seat rearward and remove it.
1 Seat latch
1
1Seat latch
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(3) Remove the seats, and then check thefuel level. (See page 47 for seat removal
and installation procedures.)
(4) Loosen the fuel filler cap and remove it.
(5) Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank.
(6) Stop filling when the fuel level reaches approximately 50 mm (2 in) from the top
of the fuel tank. Do not overfill the fuel
tank. Because fuel expands when it
heats up, heat from the engine or the sun
can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank.
Do not leave the watercraft with a full
tank in direct sunlight. (7) Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately with
a dry cloth.
(8) Securely install the fuel filler cap by tight- ening it until it clicks.
(9) Securely install the seats in their original positions.
1Fuel filler cap
Fuel tank capacity:
70 L (18.5 US gal, 15.4 Imp.gal)
1
1Top of the fuel tank
1 Top of the fuel tank
2 Approximately 50 mm (2 in) from top of the
fuel tank
1
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Engine oil requirementsEJU41514Engine oilECJ00282
Use only 4-stroke engine oil. Usage of 2-
stroke engine oil could result in severe en-
gine damage.
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When the engine is operated at high speeds,
some engine oil may be consumed. Be sure
to check the engine oil level.
Why Yamalube
YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part
born of the engineers’ passion and belief that
engine oil is an important liquid engine com-
ponent. We form teams of specialists in the
fields of mechanical engineering, chemistry,
electronics and track testing, and have them
develop the engine together with the oil it will
use. Yamalube oils take full advantage of the
base oil’s qualities and blend in the ideal bal-
ance of additives to make sure the final oil
clears our performance standards. Thus,
Yamalube mineral, semisynthetic and syn- thetic oils have their own distinct characters
and value. Yamaha’s experience gained over
many years of research and development
into oil since the 1960’s helps make
Yamalube the best choice for your Yamaha engine. Checking the engine oil level
EWJ00341
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.
ECJ01002
Make sure that debris and water do not
enter 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 engine oil to settle by waiting 5 min-
utes or more before checking the oil lev-
el.
(2) Remove the seats. (See page 47 for seat removal and installation procedures.)
(3) Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.
Recommended engine oil:
YAMALUBE 4W or 4-stroke motor oil
Recommended engine oil type: SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40,
20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade: API SG, SH, SJ, SL
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(4) Insert the dipstick back into the dipsticktube 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.
(6) Loosen the engine oil filler cap and re- move it. (7) Slowly add engine oil.
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The difference between the minimum and
maximum level marks on the dipstick is equal
to approximately 1 L (1.06 US qt, 0.88 Imp.qt)
of engine oil.
(8) Wait approximately 5 minutes to allow
the engine oil to settle, and then check
the engine oil level again.
(9) Repeat steps 3–8 until the engine oil is at the proper level.
(10) Securely install the engine oil filler cap by tightening it until it stops.
(11) Securely install the seats in their original positions.
1Dipstick
1 Maximum level mark
2 Minimum level mark
1
1
2
1Engine oil filler cap
1
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POST-LAUNCH CHECKS
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To ensure safety and reliability, pre-operation checks should be made each time the water-
craft is used.
Hood Check that the hood is securely closed. 68
Front and rear seats Check that the seats are securely installed. 47
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water is discharged from the cooling
water pilot outlet while the engine is running.
68
Multifunction information
center Check the multifunction information center for prop-
er operation.
68
Shift system Check the shift system for proper operation. 68
Engine idling speed Check the engine idling speed. 69
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
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Pre-operation check pointsEJU40099Pre-launch checks
Perform the pre-launch checks in the pre-op-
eration checklist while the watercraft is on
land.
To perform the pre-launch checks:
(1) Remove the seats and seat storagecompartment. (See page 47 for seat re-
moval and installation procedures and
page 52 for information on the seat stor-
age compartment.)
(2) Perform the checks and make sure that there are no malfunctioning items or oth-
er problems.
(3) After completing these checks, securely install the seat storage compartment and
seats in their original positions.
EJU32334Engine compartment checkEWJ00462
Failure to ventilate the engine compart-
ment could result in a fire or explosion. Do
not start the engine if there is a fuel leak.
Ventilate the engine compartment. Leave the
engine compartment open for a few minutes
to allow any fuel vapors to escape.
Make sure that there is no damage inside the
engine compartment.
EJU34215Fuel system checksEWJ00382
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.
Make sure that there is no damage, leakage,
or other problem in the fuel system.
Check:
Fuel filler cap and seal for damage
Fuel tank for damage and leakage
Fuel hoses and joints for damage and leak-
age
Fuel tank breather hose for damage and
leakage
EJU36875Fuel level check
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
Add fuel if necessary. (See page 54 for infor-
mation on filling the fuel tank.)
EJU32424Water separator check
Make sure that no water has collected in the
water separator. If water has collected in the
water separator, drain it. (See page 27 for in-
formation on draining the water separator.)
1Water separator
1
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Care and storage
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Post-operation careEWJ00332
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.
After using the watercraft, always take it out
of the water, clean it, and store it. Leaving the
watercraft in the water for extended periods
will accelerate the rate of normal deteriora-
tion of the jet pump and hull. Marine organ-
isms and corrosion are some of the
conditions that can shorten the life of many
watercraft components.
EJU46120Flushing the cooling water passagesECJ01880
Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on
land. Also, do not run the engine for
more than 15 seconds without supplying
water, otherwise the engine could over-
heat.
Flush the cooling water passages to
prevent them from clogging with salt,
sand, or dirt.
(1) Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi-tion.
(2) Remove the seats and seat storage compartment. (See page 47 for seat re-
moval and installation procedures and
page 52 for information on the seat stor-
age compartment.)
(3) Connect the garden hose adapter to a garden hose. (4) Loosen the flushing hose connector cap
and remove it. Insert the garden hose
adapter into the flushing hose connector
by pushing and twisting it until it is se-
curely connected.
(5) Connect the garden hose to a water tap.
(6) Make sure that the area around the wa- tercraft is clear, and then start the en-
gine. Immediately after the engine starts,
fully turn the water supply on so that wa-
ter flows out continually from the jet
thrust nozzle.
1Garden hose adapter
2 Garden hose
1 Flushing hose connector cap
2 Garden hose adapter
3 Flushing hose connector
12
13
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