Maintenance and care

cluded in the tool kit. Have the spark plug adjusted to the correct torque with a torque wrench as soon as possible.

(4)Install the spark plug cap, and then install the spark plug cap bolts and tighten them to the specified torque.

NOTE:

●Wipe off any water on the spark plug or in- side the spark plug cap before installing the cap. Push the spark plug cap down until it is securely installed.

●If the spark plug cap nearest the stern was removed, secure the wiring harness by in- stalling the plastic tie after installing the cap.

Spark plug cap bolt tightening torque: 7.6 Nm (5.6 ft-lb) (0.77 kgf-m)

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WARNING

Be careful not to damage the insulator when removing or installing a spark plug. A damaged insulator could allow sparks to escape, which could result in a fire or ex- plosion.

(5) Install the engine cover and engine cover screws, and then install the seats.

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Lubrication points

To keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly, coat them with water-resistant grease.

Recommended water-resistant grease: Yamaha Marine Grease/Yamaha Grease A

●Throttle cable (handlebar end)

Loosen the adjuster and disconnect the outer cable from the bracket. Spray a rust inhibitor into the outer cable. Connect the outer cable, and then adjust the throttle ca-

ble free play. (See page 95 for adjustment procedures.)

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●Steering cable (handlebar end)

●Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end)

●QSTS rod (jet thrust nozzle end)

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