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Yamaha F200 Owner's Manual

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    F200d lf200d f225d lf225d april 2004–2.3 × 1 cr printed in japan printed on recycled paper owner’s manual lit-18626-06-07 69j-28199-14 yamaha motor corporation, usa u.S.A.Edition.

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    Zmu01690 read this owner’s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor..

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    Important manual information emu25100 to the owner thank you for choosing a yamaha outboard motor. This owner’s manual contains infor- mation needed for proper operation, mainte- nance and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you obtain maximum enjoyment from your ne...

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    Table of contents general information ...................... 1 identification numbers record ...... 1 outboard motor serial number ....... 1 key number .................................... 1 emission control information ....... 1 north american models.................. 1 star labels ...................

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    Table of contents operating engine....................... 30 feeding fuel.................................. 30 starting engine ............................. 30 warming up engine ................... 32 manual start and electric start models ...................................... 32 shifting ............

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    Table of contents yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Four-stroke outboard motor three-year limited warranty ........... 70 important warranty information if you use your yamaha outside u.S.A. Or canada .............. 72 u69j14e0.Book page 3 friday, march 12, 2004 10:20 am.

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    General information 1 emu25170 identification numbers record emu25182 outboard motor serial number the outboard motor serial number is stamped on the label attached to the port side of the clamp bracket or the upper part of the swivel bracket. Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces p...

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    General information 2 emu25261 manufactured date label this label is attached to the clamp bracket or the swivel bracket. Emu25272 star labels your outboard motor is labeled with a califor- nia air resources board (carb) star label. See below for a description of your particular label. Emu25280 one ...

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    General information 3 emu25300 three stars—ultra low emission the three-star label identifies engines that meet the air resources board’s 2008 ex- haust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 65% lower emissions than one star-low-emission engines. Emu25361 safety information ● befo...

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    General information 4 ● stay informed about the weather. Check weather forecasts before boating. Avoid boating in hazardous weather. ● tell someone where you are going: leave a float plan with a responsible person. Be sure to cancel the float plan when you re- turn. ● use common sense and good judgm...

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    General information 5 driving your boat. These rules are used inter- nationally, and are also enforced by the unit- ed states coast guard and local agencies. You should be aware of these rules, and fol- low them whenever you encounter another vessel on the water. Several sets of rules prevail accord...

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    General information 6 meeting if you are meeting another power vessel head on, and are close enough to run the risk of col- lision, neither of you has the right-of-way! Both of you should alter course to avoid an ac- cident. You should keep the other vessel on your port (left) side. This rule doesn’...

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    General information 7 fishing vessel right-of-way all vessels which are fishing with nets, lines or trawls are considered to be “fishing vessels” under the international rules. Vessels with trolling lines are not considered fishing ves- sels. Fishing vessels have the right-of-way re- gardless of pos...

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    General information 8 emu25540 fueling instructions warning ewm00010 gasoline and its vapors are high- ly flammable and explosive! ● do not smoke when refueling, and keep away from sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition. ● stop engine before refueling. ● refuel in a well-ventilated area. Refue...

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    General information 9 ● take care not to spill gasoline. If gaso- line spills, wipe it up immediately with dry rags. ● do not overfill the fuel tank. ● tighten the filler cap securely after refu- eling. ● if you should swallow some gasoline, in- hale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get gaso- line in you...

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    General information 10 tric system could perform poorly or be overloaded, causing electric system dam- age. For electric start models, choose a battery which meets the following specifications. Emu25711 battery specifications note: the engine cannot be started if battery volt- age is too low. Emu257...

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    Basic components 11 emu25795 main components note: * may not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models. Emu26180 remote control the remote control lever actuates both the shifter and the throttle. The electrical switches are mounted on the remote control box. ...

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    Basic components 12 emu26190 remote control lever moving the lever forward from the neutral po- sition engages forward gear. Pulling the lever back from neutral engages reverse. The en- gine will continue to run at idle until the lever is moved about 35° (a detent can be felt). Moving the lever fart...

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    Basic components 13 note: the neutral throttle lever will operate only when the remote control lever is in neutral. The remote control lever will operate only when the neutral throttle lever is in the closed position. Emu26230 free accelerator to open the throttle without shifting into either forwar...

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    Basic components 14 when constant speed is desired, tighten the adjuster to maintain the desired throttle set- ting. Emu25990 engine stop lanyard switch the lock plate must be attached to the engine stop switch for the engine to run. The lanyard should be attached to a secure place on the operator’s...

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    Basic components 15 with the main switch in the “ ” (start) po- sition, the starter motor turns to start the en- gine. When the key is released, it returns automatically to the “ ” (on) position. Emu26141 power trim and tilt switch on remote control or tiller handle the power trim and tilt system ad...

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    Basic components 16 note: for instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch, see page 36. Emu26161 power trim and tilt switches (twin binnacle type) the power trim and tilt system adjusts the out- board motor angle in relation to the transom. Pushing the switch “ ” (up) trims the out- board m...

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    Basic components 17 emu26340 tilt support lever for power trim and tilt or hydro tilt model to keep the outboard motor in the tilted up po- sition, lock the tilt support lever to the clamp bracket. Emu26382 top cowling lock lever (pull up type) to remove the engine top cowling, pull up the lock leve...

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    Basic components 18 emu26491 digital tachometer the tachometer shows the engine speed and has the following functions. Note: all segments of the display will light momen- tarily after the main switch is turned on and will return to normal thereafter. Note: the water separator and engine trouble warn...

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    Basic components 19 emu26600 speedometer (digital type) this gauge shows the boat speed. Note: after the main switch is first turned on, all seg- ments of the display come on as a test. After a few seconds, the gauge will change to nor- mal operation. Watch the gauge when turning on the main switch ...

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    Basic components 20 emu26650 hour meter (digital type) this meter shows the number of hours the en- gine has been run. It can be set to show the total number of hours or the number of hours for the current trip. The display can also be turned on and off. ● changing the display format pressing the “ ...

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    Basic components 21 note: the clock operates on battery power. Discon- necting the battery will stop the clock. Reset the clock after connecting the battery. Emu26710 fuel gauge the fuel level is indicated by eight segments. When all segments are showing, the fuel tank is full. Caution: ecm00860 the...

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    Basic components 22 emu26740 fuel management meter the fuel management meter shows the state of the fuel consumption while the engine is running. Note: after the main switch is first turned on, all seg- ments of the display come on as a test. After a few seconds, the gauge will change to nor- mal op...

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    Basic components 23 ● the fuel consumption meter and fuel econ- omy meter will indicate the same unit of measurement. Emu26760 fuel consumption meter this gauge displays the total amount of fuel consumed since the gauge was last reset. Press the “ ” (mode) button repeatedly until the indicator on th...

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    Basic components 24 press the “ ” (mode) button repeatedly until the indicator on the face of the gauge points to “ ” (synchronizer). Note: if the two engines’ speeds are not synchro- nized while cruising, they can be synchro- nized by adjusting trim angle or throttle. Emu26791 water separator warni...

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    Basic components 25 ● the buzzer will sound. If the warning system has activated, stop the engine and check the cooling water inlet for clogging. Note: dual engine drive users: should the overheat warning system of one engine activate, the engine will slow down and the buzzer will sound. This will c...

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    Basic components 26 caution: ecm00100 do not continue to run the engine if the low oil pressure warning indicator is on. Serious engine damage could occur. U69j14e0.Book page 26 friday, march 12, 2004 10:20 am.

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    Operation 27 emu26901 installation caution: ecm00110 incorrect engine height or obstructions to smooth water flow (such as the design or condition of the boat, or accessories such as transom ladders or depth finder trans- ducers) can create airborne water spray while the boat is cruising. Severe eng...

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    Operation 28 emu26930 mounting height (boat bottom) to run your boat at optimum efficiency, the water resistance (drag) of the boat and out- board motor must be made as little as possi- ble. The mounting height of the outboard motor greatly affects the water resistance. If the mounting height is too...

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    Operation 29 emu27101 preoperation checks warning ewm00080 if any item in the preoperation check is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the outboard motor. Otherwise an accident could occur. Caution: ecm00120 do not start the engine out of water. Over- heating and s...

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    Operation 30 3. Securely close the cap after filling the tank. Wipe up any spilled fuel. Emu27270 ring free fuel additive gasoline is a precise blend of many different substances, each chosen to give certain char- acteristics. Gasoline blends have been changing in recent years in response to con- ce...

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    Operation 31 note: the start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu- tral. 2. Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a secure place on your clothing, or your arm or leg. Then install the lock plate on the other end of the lanyard into the en- gine stop switc...

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    Operation 32 4. Turn the main switch to “ ” (start), and hold it for a maximum of 5 seconds. 5. Immediately after the engine starts, re- lease the main switch to return it to “ ” (on). Caution: ecm00191 ● never turn the main switch to “ ” (start) while the engine is running. ● do not keep the starte...

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    Operation 33 hole is blocked. Consult your yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. ● if the cooling passage is frozen, it may take awhile for water to start flowing out of the pilot hole. Emu27740 shifting warning ewm00180 before shifting, make sure there are no swimmers or obs...

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    Operation 34 remote control models pull up the neutral interlock trigger (if equipped) and move the remote control lever quickly and firmly from neutral to reverse. Emu27820 stopping engine before stopping the engine, first let it cool off for a few minutes at idle or low speed. Stop- ping the engin...

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    Operation 35 engine, and propeller. Correct trim is also af- fected by variables such as the load in the boat, sea conditions, and running speed. Warning ewm00740 excessive trim for the operating condi- tions (either trim up or trim down) can cause boat instability and can make steer- ing the boat m...

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    Operation 36 emu27911 adjusting boat trim when the boat is on plane, a bow-up attitude results in less drag, greater stability and effi- ciency. This is generally when the keel line of the boat is up about 3 to 5 degrees. With the bow up, the boat may have a greater tenden- cy to steer to one side o...

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    Operation 37 connect the fuel line if the outboard mo- tor is equipped with a fuel joint. Otherwise fuel may leak. Caution: ecm00990 ● before tilting the outboard motor, follow the procedure under “stopping engine” in this chapter. Never tilt the outboard motor while the engine is running. Se- vere ...

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    Operation 38 5. Models equipped with trim rods: once the outboard motor is supported with the tilt support lever, press the power trim and tilt switch “ ” (down) to retract the trim rods. Caution: ecm00250 be sure to retract the trim rods completely during mooring. This protects the rods from marine...

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    Operation 39 2. Slightly tilt the outboard motor up to the desired position using the power trim / tilt switch. 3. To return the outboard motor to the nor- mal running position, press the power trim / tilt switch and slowly tilt the out- board motor down. Emu28190 cruising in other conditions cruisi...

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    Maintenance 40 emu28215 specifications dimension: overall length: 892 mm (35.1 in) overall width: 634 mm (25.0 in) overall height x: 1805 mm (71.1 in) overall height u: f225tr 1932 mm (76.1 in) lf225tr 1932 mm (76.1 in) transom height x: 643 mm (25.3 in) transom height u: f225tr 770 mm (30.3 in) lf2...

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    Maintenance 41 gear oil quantity: f200tr 1150.0 cm³ (38.88 us oz) (40.56 imp.Oz) f225tr 1150.0 cm³ (38.88 us oz) (40.56 imp.Oz) lf200tr 1000.0 cm³ (33.81 us oz) (35.27 imp.Oz) lf225tr 1000.0 cm³ (33.81 us oz) (35.27 imp.Oz) tightening torque for engine: spark plug: 25.0 nm (18.4 ft-lb) (2.55 kgf-m) ...

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    Maintenance 42 ● store the outboard motor in a dry, well- ventilated place, not in direct sunlight. Emu28301 procedure emu30001 flushing with the flushing attachment 1. Wash the outboard motor body using fresh water. For further information, see page 45. 2. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add...

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    Maintenance 43 6. Run the engine at a fast idle for a few minutes in neutral position while supply- ing fresh water. 7. Just prior to turning off the engine, quickly spray “yamaha stor-rite engine fogging oil” (part no. Lub-strrt-12-00) alter- nately into the intake silencer or the fog- ging hole of...

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    Maintenance 44 batteries vary among manufacturers. There- fore the following procedures may not always apply. Consult your battery manufacturer’s in- structions. Procedure 1. Disconnect and remove the battery from the boat. Always disconnect the black negative cable first to prevent the risk of shor...

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    Maintenance 45 cause serious overheating. Be sure the connector is tightened securely on the fit- ting after flushing the engine. Note: ● when flushing the engine with the boat in the water, tilting up the outboard motor until it is completely out of the water will achieve better results. ● for cool...

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    Maintenance 46 emu30560 maintenance chart note: ● refer to the sections in this chapter for explanations of each owner-specific action. ● the maintenance cycle on these charts assume usage of 200 hours per year. Maintenance frequency should be adjusted according to usage conditions. ● disassembly or...

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    Maintenance 47 note: when operating in salt water, turbid or muddy water, the engine should be flushed with clean water after each use. Emu28871 maintenance chart (additional) emu28910 note: when using lead or high-sulfur gasoline, inspecting valve clearance may be required more fre- quently than ev...

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    Maintenance 48 emu28931 greasing yamaha marine grease (water resistant grease) u69j14e0.Book page 48 friday, march 12, 2004 10:20 am.

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    Maintenance 49 emu28951 cleaning and adjusting spark plug warning ewm00560 when removing or installing a spark plug, be careful not to damage the insulator. A damaged insulator could allow external sparks, which could lead to explosion or fire. The spark plug is an important engine compo- nent and i...

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    Maintenance 50 ● 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 outboard unsafe to operate. Check the fuel lines for leaks, crack, or mal- function. If a problem is found, your yamaha deale...

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    Maintenance 51 3. Loosen the bolt that retains the lock tab, and remove the lock tab. 4. Loosen the bolt that secures the fuel filter in place. 5. Loosen the ring nut of the filter cup. 6. Remove the filter cup, catching any spilled fuel in a container. 7. Remove and inspect the filter element and o...

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    Maintenance 52 caution: ecm00490 this procedure must be performed while the outboard motor is in the water. A flush- ing attachment or test tank can be used. A diagnostic tachometer should be used for this procedure. Results may vary depending on whether testing is conducted with the flushing attach...

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    Maintenance 53 3. Remove the oil filler cap. Add the correct amount of oil through the filler hole, and install the filler cap. Caution: ecm00970 ● do not overfill the oil, and be sure the outboard motor is upright (not tilted) when checking and changing the engine oil. ● if the oil level is above t...

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    Maintenance 54 4. Put a new gasket on the oil drain screw. Apply a light coat of oil to the gasket and install the drain screw. Note: ● if a torque wrench is not available when you are installing the drain screw, finger tighten the screw just until the gasket comes into contact with the surface of t...

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    Maintenance 55 3. Tilt the outboard motor up and check that the tilt rod and trim rods are extended completely. 4. Use the tilt support lever to lock the motor in the up position. Operate the tilt down switch briefly so the motor is supported by the tilt support lever. 5. Check that the tilt rod and...

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    Maintenance 56 ● check for fish line tangled around the pro- peller shaft. ● check the propeller shaft oil seal for dam- age. Note: if the shear pin equipped: it is designed to break if the propeller hits a hard underwater obstacle to help protect the propeller and drive mechanism. The propeller wil...

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    Maintenance 57 note: if the propeller nut does not align with the pro- peller shaft hole after tightening to the speci- fied torque, tighten the nut further to align it with the hole. Emu29280 changing gear oil warning ewm00800 ● be sure the outboard motor is securely fastened to the transom or a st...

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    Maintenance 58 6. When the oil begins to flow out of the oil level plug hole, insert and tighten the oil level plug. 7. Insert and tighten the gear oil drain screw. Emu29312 inspecting and replacing anode(s) yamaha outboard motors are protected from corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the exter...

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    Maintenance 59 ● eyes - flush with water for 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention. Antidote (internal): ● drink large quantities of water or milk followed by milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Get immediate medical attention. Batteries also generate explosive hydro- gen gas; t...

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    Maintenance 60 ● connect the red battery cable first when installing the battery and disconnect the black battery cable first when removing it. Otherwise, the electrical parts can be damaged. ● the electrical contacts of the battery and cables must be clean and properly connected, or the battery wil...

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    Maintenance 61 emu29400 coating the boat bottom a clean hull improves boat performance. The boat bottom should be kept as clean of marine growth as possible. If necessary, the boat bot- tom can be coated with an anti-fouling paint approved for your area to inhibit marine growth. Do not use anti-foul...

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    Trouble recovery 62 emu29422 troubleshooting a problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition systems can cause poor starting, loss of pow- er, or other problems. This section describes basic checks and possible remedies, and cov- ers all yamaha outboard motors. Therefore some items may not apply to ...

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    Trouble recovery 63 a. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or oth- er obstructions in fuel system. Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale? A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. Q. Is fuel filter clogged? A. Clean or replace filter. Q. Have ignition parts failed? A. Have serviced by a yamaha dealer. Q. Ha...

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    Trouble recovery 64 q. Is load on boat improperly distributed? A. Distribute load to place boat on an even plane. Q. Is water pump or thermostat faulty? A. Have serviced by a yamaha dealer. Q. Is there excess water in fuel filter cup? A. Drain filter cup. Engine power loss. Q. Is propeller damaged? ...

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    Trouble recovery 65 a. Inspect spark plug and replace it with rec- ommended type. Q. Is high pressure fuel pump drive belt bro- ken? A. Have serviced by a yamaha dealer. Q. Is engine not responding properly to shift lever position? A. Have serviced by a yamaha dealer. Engine vibrates excessively. Q....

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    Trouble recovery 66 emu29492 replacing fuse if the fuse has blown on an electric start mod- el, open the fuse box and use a fuse puller to replace the fuse with a spare one of the prop- er amperage. Warning ewm00630 be sure to use the specified fuse. An in- correct fuse or a piece of wire could allo...

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    Trouble recovery 67 note: consult your yamaha dealer if the new fuse immediately blows again. Emu29520 power trim and tilt will not operate if the engine cannot be tilted up or down with the power trim and tilt/ the power tilt because of a discharged battery or a failure with the power trim and tilt...

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    Consumer information 68 emu29811 important warranty information for u.S.A. And canada u69j14e0.Book page 68 friday, march 12, 2004 10:20 am.

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    Consumer information 69 u69j14e0.Book page 69 friday, march 12, 2004 10:20 am.

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    Consumer information 70 emu29830 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Four-stroke outboard motor three-year limited warranty u69j14e0.Book page 70 friday, march 12, 2004 10:20 am.

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    Consumer information 71 u69j14e0.Book page 71 friday, march 12, 2004 10:20 am.

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    Consumer information 72 emu29840 important warranty information if you use your yamaha outside u.S.A. Or canada u69j14e0.Book page 72 friday, march 12, 2004 10:20 am.

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    F200d lf200d f225d lf225d april 2004–2.3 × 1 cr printed in japan printed on recycled paper owner’s manual lit-18626-06-07 69j-28199-14 yamaha motor corporation, usa u.S.A.Edition.

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    Yamaha motor co., ltd. Made in japan pays d'origine japon outboard motor w arranty registra tion enregistrement de la garantie du mo teur hors-bord please complete and mail this card. This information is necessary to accurately register your unit for warranty . V euillez signer ci-dessous pour attes...

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    Place post age here a ttn: w a rr ant y dep a rtment warranty card 2/27/02 11:47 am page 2.