Trouble Recovery

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 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.

EMU29433

Temporary action in

emergency

EMU29440

Impact damage

EWM00870

WARNING

The outboard motor can be seriously damaged by a collision while operating or

trailering. Damage could make the outboard 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.

EMU29463

Replacing fuse

If the fuse has blown on an electric start model, open the fuse holder and replace the fuse with a new one of the proper amperage.

EWM00631

WARNING

Substituting an incorrect fuse or a piece of wire could allow excessive current flow. This could cause electric system damage and a fire hazard.

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