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Yamaha F40F Owner's Manual
Summary of F40F
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Q q q q read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Owner’s manual f40f 6bg-28199-20-e0
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Emu25052 read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating. This manual should stay with the outboard motor if it is sold..
Page 3: Important Manual Information
Important manual information emu25105 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 ob- tain maximum enjoyment from your ...
Page 4: Table of Contents
Table of contents safety information............................. 1 outboard motor safety .................... 1 propeller............................................ 1 rotating parts.................................... 1 hot parts ........................................... 1 electric shock ..........
Page 5: Table of Contents
Table of contents digital tachometer ......................... 25 tachometer ..................................... 26 trim meter....................................... 26 hour meter ...................................... 26 low oil pressure-alert indicator ....... 26 overheat-alert indicator ..........
Page 6: Table of Contents
Table of contents procedure ....................................... 61 lubrication ...................................... 63 flushing power unit ......................... 63 cleaning the outboard motor .......... 64 checking painted surface of motor............................................. 64 pe...
Page 7: Safety Information
1 safety information emu33622 outboard motor safety observe these precautions at all times. Emu36500 propeller people can be injured or killed if they come in contact with the propeller. The propeller can keep moving even when the motor is in neutral, and sharp edges of the propeller can cut even wh...
Page 8: Safety Information
Safety information 2 emu33820 gasoline exposure and spills take care not to spill gasoline. If gasoline spills, wipe it up immediately with dry rags. Dispose of rags properly. If any gasoline spills onto your skin, immedi- ately wash with soap and water. Change clothing if gasoline spills on it. If ...
Page 9: Safety Information
Safety information 3 dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or swamping. Emu33772 avoid collisions scan constantly for people, objects, and oth- er boats. Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others. Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance ...
Page 10: General Information
4 general information emu25171 identification numbers record emu25183 outboard motor serial number the outboard motor serial number is stamped on the label attached to the port side of the clamp bracket. Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare ...
Page 11: General Information
General information 5 emu25213 c-tick label engines affixed with this label conform to certain portion(s) of the australian radio communications act. 1. Ce marking location 1. C-tick label location 1 zmu06391 zmu06040 1 zmu06391 zmu01697.
Page 12: General Information
General information 6 emu33520 read manuals and labels before operating or working on this motor: ● read this manual. ● read any manuals supplied with the boat. ● read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat. If you need any additional information, contact your yamaha dealer. Emu33831 warning ...
Page 13: General Information
General information 7 emu33912 contents of labels the above warning labels mean as follows. 1 warning ewm01691 emergency starting does not have start- in-gear protection. Ensure shift control is in neutral before starting engine. 2 warning ewm01681 ● keep hands, hair, and clothing away from rotating...
Page 14: General Information
General information 8 emu33843 symbols the following symbols mean as follows. Notice/warning read owner’s manual hazard caused by continuous rotation electrical hazard remote control lever/gear shift lever operat- ing direction, dual direction engine start/ engine cranking zmu05696 zmu05664 zmu05665...
Page 15: Specifications
9 specifications and requirements emu35950 specifications tip: “*” means, select the engine oil referring to the chart of engine oil paragraph. For further information, see page 12. Emu2821d dimension: overall length: f40fehd 1362 mm (53.6 in) f40feht 1362 mm (53.6 in) f40fet 717 mm (28.2 in) overal...
Page 16: Installation Requirements
Specifications and requirements 10 recommended engine oil group 1*: sae 10w-30/10w-40/5w-30 api se/sf/sg/sh/sj/sl recommended engine oil group 2*: sae 15w-40/20w-40/20w-50 api sh/sj/sl lubrication: wet sump total engine oil quantity (oil pan capaci- ty): without oil filter replacement: 1.5 l (1.59 u...
Page 17: Battery Requirements
Specifications and requirements 11 emu25694 battery requirements emu25721 battery specifications the engine cannot be started if battery volt- age is too low. Emu36290 mounting battery mount the battery holder securely in a dry, well-ventilated, vibration-free location in the boat. Warning! Do not p...
Page 18: Engine Oil Requirements
Specifications and requirements 12 emu37472 engine oil requirements if the recommended engine oil grades are not available, select an alternative from the following chart according to the average temperatures in your area. Emu36360 fuel requirements emu36810 gasoline use a good quality gasoline that...
Page 19: Anti-Fouling Paint
Specifications and requirements 13 not be required. Emu36330 anti-fouling paint a clean hull improves boat performance. The boat bottom should be kept as clean of ma- rine growth as possible. If necessary, the boat bottom can be coated with an anti-foul- ing paint approved for your area to inhibit m...
Page 20: Components
14 components emu2579k components diagram tip: * may not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all mod- els. F40f 12 13 15 14 19 17 16 20 1 3 4 6 7 10 9 8 5 2 10 18 11 zmu06444 21 23 22 trip time batt km/h knot mph km mile speed yamaha set mode 24 1. Top cowling 2. W...
Page 21: Components
Components 15 emu25802 fuel tank if your model was equipped with a portable fuel tank, its function is as follows. Warning ewm00020 the fuel tank supplied with this engine is its dedicated fuel reservoir and must not be used as a fuel storage container. Com- mercial users should conform to relevant ...
Page 22: Components
Components 16 emu25841 fuel gauge this gauge is located on either the fuel tank cap or on the fuel joint base. It shows the ap- proximate amount of fuel remaining in the tank. Emu25850 fuel tank cap this cap seals the fuel tank. When removed, the tank can be filled with fuel. To remove the cap, turn...
Page 23: Components
Components 17 trol lever in the neutral position and lift the neutral throttle lever. Tip: 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. Emu25911 tiller h...
Page 24: Components
Components 18 emu25974 throttle friction adjuster a friction device provides adjustable resis- tance to movement of the throttle grip or the remote control lever, and can be set accord- ing to operator preference. To increase resistance, turn the adjuster clockwise. To decrease resistance, turn the ...
Page 25: Components
Components 19 emu26001 engine stop button to open the ignition circuit and stop the en- gine, push this button. Emu26090 main switch the main switch controls the ignition system; its operation is described below. ● “ ” (off) with the main switch in the “ ” (off) posi- tion, the electrical circuits a...
Page 26: Components
Components 20 set according to operator preference. An ad- juster lever is located on the bottom of the tiller handle bracket. To increase resistance, turn the lever to the port side “a”. To decrease resistance, turn the lever to the starboard side “b”. Warning ewm00040 do not overtighten the fricti...
Page 27: Components
Components 21 emu26153 power trim and tilt switch on bottom engine cowling the power trim and tilt switch is located on the side of the bottom engine cowling. Press- ing the switch “ ” (up) trims the outboard motor up, and then tilts it up. Pressing the switch “ ” (down) tilts the outboard motor dow...
Page 28: Components
Components 22 emu26244 trim tab with anode warning ewm00840 an improperly adjusted trim tab could cause difficult steering. Always test run after the trim tab has been installed or re- placed to be sure steering is correct. Be sure you have tightened the bolt after ad- justing the trim tab. The trim...
Page 29: Components
Components 23 ered in the normal running position, use an additional support device to secure it in the tilt position. Emu26372 top cowling lock lever(s) (turn type) to remove the engine top cowling, turn the lock lever(s) and lift off the cowling. When in- stalling the cowling, check to be sure it ...
Page 30: Components
Components 24 details on how to read the alert indicator, see page 34. 1. Alert indicator.
Page 31: Instruments and Indicators
25 instruments and indicators emu36014 indicators emu36023 low oil pressure-alert indicator if oil pressure drops too low, this indicator will light up. For further information, see page 34. Notice ecm00022 ● do not continue to run the engine if the low oil pressure-alert indicator is on and the eng...
Page 32: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 26 emu36050 tachometer the tachometer displays engine speed in hundreds of revolutions per minute (r/min). For example, if the tachometer display reads “22” then the engine speed is 2200 r/min. Emu26621 trim meter this meter shows the trim angle of your out- board motor. ●...
Page 33: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 27 emu26583 overheat-alert indicator if the engine temperature rises too high, the alert indicator will start to blink. For further in- formation on reading the indicator, see page 34. Notice ecm00052 do not continue to run the engine if the overheat-alert indicator is on....
Page 34: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 28 all segments are showing, the fuel tank is full. The fuel level reading can be inaccurate due to by the position of the sensor in the fuel tank and the attitude of the boat in the water. Operation with bow-up trim or continuous turning can give false readings. Do not ad...
Page 35: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 29 emu36080 voltmeter the voltmeter displays the charge of the bat- tery in volts(v). Emu26721 fuel level-alert indicator if the fuel level decreases to one segment, the fuel level alert segment will blink. Do not continue to operate the engine with full throttle if an ale...
Page 36: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 30 sensor to the unit. For the optional sensor, consult your yamaha dealer. The tachome- ter unit is available in round or square types. Check your tachometer unit type. Emu36190 start-up checks place the remote control lever / gear shift le- ver in neutral and turn the ma...
Page 37: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 31 stop the engine immediately if the buzzer sounds and the overheat alert device has ac- tivated. Check the cooling water inlet for clogging. Notice ecm01592 ● do not continue to run the engine if the overheat-alert indicator blinks. Serious engine damage will occur. ● do...
Page 38: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 32 port soon if the low battery voltage-alert de- vice has activated. For charging the battery, consult your yamaha dealer. Emu36241 6y8 multifunction speedometers the speedometer unit shows the boat speed and has functions of fuel meter and system voltage display. The cho...
Page 39: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 33 ation. For more information, see the operation manual originally supplied with the meter. 1. Set button 2. Mode button 1. Fuel flow meter 2. Multifunction display 2 1 zmu05438 1 2 zmu05439.
Page 40: Engine Control System
34 engine control system emu26803 alert system notice ecm00091 do not continue to operate the engine if a alert device has activated. Consult your yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. Emu26837 overheat alert this engine has an overheat-alert device. If the engine temperature...
Page 41: Engine Control System
Engine control system 35 ● the buzzer will sound. If the alert system has activated, stop the en- gine as soon as it is safe to do so. Check the oil level and add oil as needed. If the oil level is correct, consult your yamaha dealer. Zmu04254 zmu05232.
Page 42: Installation
36 installation emu26902 installation the information presented in this section is intended as reference only. It is not possible to provide complete instructions for every possible boat and motor combination. Prop- er mounting depends in part on experience and the specific boat and motor combinatio...
Page 43: Installation
Installation 37 notice ecm01631 ● check that the idle hole stays high enough to keep out water getting inside engine even if the boat is in stationary with maximum load. ● incorrect engine height or obstructions to the smooth flow of water (such as the design or condition of the boat, or ac- cessori...
Page 44: Operation
38 operation emu36380 first-time operation emu36390 fill engine oil the engine is shipped from the factory with- out engine oil. If your dealer did not fill the oil, you must fill it before starting the engine. No- tice: check that the engine is filled with oil before first-time operation to avoid s...
Page 45: Operation
Operation 39 heating and serious engine damage can occur. Emu36420 fuel level be sure you have plenty of fuel for your trip. A good rule is to use 1/3 of your fuel to get to the destination, 1/3 to return, and to keep 1/ 3 as an emergency reserve. With the boat level on a trailer or in the water, tu...
Page 46: Operation
Operation 40 ● turn the steering wheel full-right and full- left. Make sure operation is smooth and unrestricted throughout the whole range with no binding or excessive free play. ● operate the throttle levers several times to make sure there is no hesitation in their travel. Operation should be smo...
Page 47: Operation
Operation 41 emu27152 engine ● check the engine and engine mounting. ● look for loose or damaged fasteners. ● check the propeller for damage. ● check for engine oil leaks. Emu36490 flushing device check that flushing device’s garden hose connector is securely screwed on to the fit- ting on the botto...
Page 48: Operation
Operation 42 yamaha dealer. Emu34581 power trim and tilt system warning ewm01930 ● never get under the lower unit while it is tilted, even when the tilt support lever is locked. Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accidentally falls. ● body parts can be crushed between the motor and the ...
Page 49: Operation
Operation 43 some gasoline in your eyes, see your doctor immediately. If gasoline spills on your skin, wash with soap and wa- ter. If gasoline spills on your clothing, change your clothes. 1. Stop the engine. 2. Remove the portable tank from the boat. 3. Be sure you are in a well-ventilated out- doo...
Page 50: Operation
Operation 44 line to the joint on the fuel tank. 3. Squeeze the primer pump, with the ar- row pointing up, until you feel it become firm. During engine operation place the tank horizontally, otherwise fuel cannot be drawn from the fuel tank. Emu27493 starting engine warning ewm01600 before starting ...
Page 51: Operation
Operation 45 tip: the start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu- tral. 2. Attach the engine shut-off cord to a se- cure place on your clothing, or your arm or leg. Then install the clip on the other end of the cord into the engine shut-off switch. 3. Place ...
Page 52: Operation
Operation 46 off cord to a secure place on your cloth- ing, or your arm or leg while operating. Do not attach the cord to clothing that could tear loose. Do not route the cord where it could become entangled, pre- venting it from functioning. ● avoid accidentally pulling the cord dur- ing normal ope...
Page 53: Operation
Operation 47 warmed up. For further information, see page 47. ● if the engine is warm and fails to start, open the throttle slightly and try to start the engine again. If the engine still fails to start, see page 80. Emu36510 checks after starting engine emu36520 cooling water check for a steady flo...
Page 54: Operation
Operation 48 swimmers or obstacles in the water near you. Notice ecm01610 warm up the engine before shifting into gear. Until the engine is warm, the idle speed may be higher than normal. High idle speed can prevent you from shifting back to neutral. If this occurs, stop the engine, shift to neutral...
Page 55: Operation
Operation 49 2. After the engine is at idle speed in gear move the remote control lever / gear shift lever firmly and crisply into the neu- tral position. Emu31742 stopping boat warning ewm01510 ● do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the boat as it could cause you to lose control, be...
Page 56: Operation
Operation 50 to increase the trolling speed, press the “ ” switch. To decrease the trolling speed, press the “ ” switch. Tip: ● the trolling speed changes approximately 50 r/min each time a switch is pressed. ● if the trolling speed has been adjusted, the engine returns to the normal trolling speed ...
Page 57: Operation
Operation 51 3. Tighten the air vent screw on the fuel tank cap (if equipped). 4. Remove the key if the boat will be left unattended. Tip: the engine can also be stopped by pulling the cord and removing the clip from the en- gine shut-off switch, then turning the main switch to “ ” (off). Emu27862 t...
Page 58: Operation
Operation 52 not adjust the trim angle with this switch while the boat is moving. Adjust the outboard motor trim angle using the power trim and tilt switch. To raise the bow (trim-out), press the switch “ ” (up). To lower the bow (trim-in), press the switch “ ” (down). Make test runs with the trim s...
Page 59: Operation
Operation 53 position to support the engine. To raise the bow (“trim-out”), tilt the engine up. To lower the bow (“trim-in”), tilt the engine down. Make test runs with the trim set to different angles to find the position that works best for your boat and operating conditions. Emu27911 adjusting boa...
Page 60: Operation
Operation 54 duce salt corrosion. Warning ewm00221 be sure all people are clear of the out- board motor when tilting up and down, body parts can be crushed between the motor and the clamp bracket when the motor is trimmed or tilted. Warning ewm00250 leaking fuel is a fire hazard. If there is a fuel ...
Page 61: Operation
Operation 55 2. Press the power trim and tilt switch “ ” (up) until the outboard motor has tilted up completely. 3. Push the tilt support knob into the clamp bracket to support the engine. Warning! After tilting the outboard motor, be sure to support it with the tilt support knob or tilt support lev...
Page 62: Operation
Operation 56 4. 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. Notice: be sure to retract the trim rods completely during mooring. This protects the rods from marine growth an...
Page 63: Operation
Operation 57 3. Push the power trim and tilt switch “ ” (down) to lower the outboard motor to the desired position. Emu28061 shallow water emu28081 hydro tilt models the outboard motor can be tilted up partially to allow operation in shallow water. Warning ewm00271 ● run the boat at the lowest possi...
Page 64: Operation
Operation 58 2. Pull the tilt lock lever up to the release position. 3. Slightly tilt the outboard motor up to the desired position and push the tilt lock le- ver down to the lock position. 4. To return the outboard motor to the nor- mal running position, pull the tilt lock le- ver up to the release...
Page 65: Operation
Operation 59 3. To return the outboard motor to the nor- mal running position, press the power trim and tilt switch and slowly tilt the out- board motor down. Emu28194 cruising in other conditions cruising in salt water after operating in salt water, flush the cooling water passages with fresh water...
Page 66: Maintenance
60 maintenance emu28226 transporting and storing outboard motor warning ewm00692 ● use care when transporting fuel tank, whether in a boat or car. ● do not fill fuel container to maximum capacity. Gasoline will expand consid- erably as it warms up and can build up pressure in the fuel container. Thi...
Page 67: Maintenance
Maintenance 61 por separator for a prolonged period of time will break down and could cause damage to the fuel line. Emu28304 procedure emu28334 flushing in a test tank notice ecm00300 do not run the engine without supplying it with cooling water. Either the engine water pump will be damaged or the ...
Page 68: Maintenance
Maintenance 62 stops. 11. Drain the cooling water completely out of the motor. Clean the body thoroughly. 12. If the “fogging oil” is not available, re- move the spark plug(s). Pour a tea- spoonful of clean engine oil into each cylinder. Crank several times manually. Replace the spark plug(s). 13. D...
Page 69: Maintenance
Maintenance 63 separator with a container. Loosen the drain screw, and then remove the cap. Push in the air valve with a screwdriver to introduce air into the float chamber, so that the gasoline will drain smoothly. Then, tighten the drain screw. 9. Remove the flushing attachment. 10. Install the to...
Page 70: Maintenance
Maintenance 64 2. Screw the garden hose adapter onto a garden hose, which is connected to a fresh water supply, and then connect it to the garden hose connector. 3. With the engine off, turn on the water tap and let the water flush through the cool- ing passages for about 15 minutes. Turn off the wa...
Page 71: Maintenance
Maintenance 65 emu2847b periodic maintenance warning ewm01871 these procedures require mechanical skills, tools, and supplies. If you do not have the proper skills, tools, or supplies to perform a maintenance procedure, have a yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic do the work. The procedures inv...
Page 72: Maintenance
Maintenance 66 emu34445 maintenance chart 1 tip: ● refer to the sections in this chapter for explanations of each owner-specific action. ● the maintenance cycle on these charts assume usage of 100 hours per year and regular flushing of the cooling water passages. Maintenance frequency should be adju...
Page 73: Maintenance
Maintenance 67 fuel filter (can be dis- assembled) inspection or replace- ment as necessary fuel line(high pres- sure) inspection fuel line(high pres- sure) inspection or replace- ment as necessary fuel line(low pres- sure) inspection fuel line(low pres- sure) inspection or replace- ment as necessar...
Page 74: Maintenance
Maintenance 68 emu34451 maintenance chart 2 valve clearance inspection and adjust- ment water inlet inspection main switch/stop switch/choke switch inspection or replace- ment as necessary wire harness connec- tions/wire coupler con- nections inspection or replace- ment as necessary (yamaha) meter/g...
Page 75: Maintenance
Maintenance 69 emu28941 greasing yamaha grease a (water resistant grease) yamaha grease d (corrosion resistant grease; for propeller shaft) f40fehd, f40feht zmu06417.
Page 76: Maintenance
Maintenance 70 f40fet emu28955 cleaning and adjusting spark plug the spark plug is an important engine com- ponent and is easy to inspect. The condition of the spark plug can indicate something about the condition of the engine. For exam- ple, if the center electrode porcelain is very white, this co...
Page 77: Maintenance
Maintenance 71 other of the correct type. Warning! When removing or installing a spark plug, be careful not to damage the in- sulator. A damaged insulator could allow external sparks, which could lead to explosion or fire. [ewm00561] 3. Be sure to use the specified spark plug, otherwise the engine m...
Page 78: Maintenance
Maintenance 72 emu37492 changing engine oil notice ecm01710 change the engine oil after the first 20 hours of operation or 3 months, and ev- ery 100 hours or at 1-year intervals there- after. Otherwise the engine will wear quickly. The engine oil should be extracted with an oil changer. 1. Put the o...
Page 79: Maintenance
Maintenance 73 7. Leave the outboard motor for 5-10 min- utes. 8. Remove oil dipstick and wipe it clean. 9. Insert the dipstick and remove it again. Be sure to completely insert the dipstick into the dipstick guide, otherwise the oil level measurement will be incorrect. 10. Recheck the oil level usi...
Page 80: Maintenance
Maintenance 74 emu32111 checking propeller warning ewm01880 you could be seriously injured if the en- gine accidentally starts when you are near the propeller. ● before inspecting, removing, or install- ing the propeller, place the shift control in neutral, turn the main switch to “ ” (off) and remo...
Page 81: Maintenance
Maintenance 75 3. Remove the propeller, washer (if equipped), and thrust washer. Emu30672 installing propeller emu29233 spline models notice ecm00500 be sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely. Otherwise the propeller could come off during opera- tion and be lost. 1. Apply yamah...
Page 82: Maintenance
Maintenance 76 tip: ● if a magnetic gear oil drain screw is equipped, remove all metal particles from the screw before installing it. ● always use new gaskets. Do not reuse the removed gaskets. 4. Remove the oil level plug and gasket to allow the oil to drain completely. No- tice: inspect the used o...
Page 83: Maintenance
Maintenance 77 proper assembly can result in a fuel leak, which could result in a fire or ex- plosion hazard. ● dispose of old gasoline according to lo- cal regulations. 1. Empty the fuel tank into an approved container. 2. Pour a small amount of suitable solvent into the tank. Install the cap and s...
Page 84: Maintenance
Maintenance 78 emu29322 checking battery (for electric start models) warning ewm01900 battery electrolytic fluid is poisonous and caustic, and batteries generate ex- plosive hydrogen gas. When working near the battery: ● wear protective eye gear and rubber gloves. ● do not smoke or bring any other s...
Page 85: Maintenance
Maintenance 79 ative (-) terminal. 3. The electrical contacts of the battery and cables must be clean and properly con- nected, or the battery will not start the engine. Emu29371 disconnecting the battery 1. Turn off the battery cut-off switch (if equipped) and main switch. Notice: if they are left ...
Page 86: Trouble Recovery
80 trouble recovery emu29427 troubleshooting a problem in the fuel, compression, or igni- tion systems can cause poor starting, loss of power, or other problems. This section de- scribes basic checks and possible remedies, and covers all yamaha outboard motors. Therefore some items may not apply to ...
Page 87: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 81 q. Is fuel system obstructed? A. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or other 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 servic...
Page 88: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 82 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? ...
Page 89: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 83 q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect? A. Connect correctly. Q. Is heat range of spark plug incorrect? 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...
Page 90: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 84 emu29512 power trim and tilt will not operate if the engine cannot be tilted up or down with the power trim and tilt because of a dis- charged battery or a failure with the power trim and tilt unit , the engine can be tilted manually. 1. Loosen the manual valve screw by turn- ing...
Page 91: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 85 hazard. If the water separator-alert indicator on the 6y8 multifunction tachometer blinks, perform the following procedure. 1. Stop the engine. 2. Remove the top cowling. 3. Remove the holder. 4. Disconnect the water detection switch coupler. Notice: be careful not to get any wat...
Page 92: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 86 9. Fasten the water detection switch lead with the holder. 10. Install the top cowling. 11. Start the engine and make sure that the water separator-alert indicator remains off. Have a yamaha dealer inspect the outboard motor after returning to port. Emu29542 starter will not oper...
Page 93: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 87 plug wire, spark plug cap, or other elec- trical components when starting or op- erating the motor. You could get an electrical shock. Emu29583 emergency starting engine 1. Remove the top cowling. 2. Remove the flywheel cover. 3. Prepare the engine for starting. For fur- ther inf...
Page 94: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 88 emu33501 treatment of submerged motor if the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- ately take it to a yamaha dealer. Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immedi- ately. Notice: do not attempt to run the outboard motor until it has been com- pletely inspected. [ecm00401].
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