Trouble Recovery
Q. Is heat range of spark plug incorrect?
A. Inspect spark plug and replace it with recommended 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. Is propeller damaged?
A. Have propeller repaired or replaced.
Q. Is propeller shaft damaged?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Q. Are weeds or other foreign matter tangled on propeller?
A. Remove and clean propeller.
Q. Is motor mounting bolt loose?
A. Tighten bolt.
Q. Is steering pivot loose or damaged?
A. Tighten or have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
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Temporary action in
emergency
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Impact damage
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WARNING
The outboard motor can be seriously damaged by a collision while operating or trailering. Damage could make the out-
board motor unsafe to operate.
If the outboard motor hits an object in the wa- ter, follow the procedure below.
1.Stop the engine immediately.
2.Inspect the control system and all com- ponents for damage. Also inspect the boat for damage.
3.Whether damage is found or not, return to the nearest harbor slowly and careful- ly.
4.Have a Yamaha dealer inspect the out-
board motor before operating it again.
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Starter will not operate
If the starter mechanism does not operate (the engine cannot be cranked with the start- er), the engine can be started with an emergency starter rope.
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WARNING
●Use this procedure only in an emergen- cy and only to return to port for repairs.
●When the emergency starter rope is used to start the engine, the
●Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a secure place on your clothing, or
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