Specifications and requirements

Recommended engine oil group: SAE 5W-30/10W-30

API SE/SF/SG/SH/SJ/SL

Total engine oil quantity (oil pan capacity):

7.1L (7.50 US qt, 6.25 Imp.qt) Lubrication:

Wet sump Recommended gear oil:

YAMALUBE MARINE LOWER UNIT GEAR LUBE HD or Hypoid gear oil: SAE 90, API GL-4/GL-5 or

SAE 80W, API GL-5 Gear oil quantity:

1.045 L (1.105 US qt, 0.920 Imp.qt)

Tightening torque for engine:

Spark plug:

28.0Nm (2.86 kgf-m, 20.7 ft-lb) Propeller nut:

54.0Nm (5.51 kgf-m, 39.8 ft-lb)

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Installation requirements

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Boat horsepower rating

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WARNING

Overpowering a boat can cause severe in- stability.

Before mounting the outboard motor, check that the horsepower of the outboard motor does not exceed the maximum horsepower rating on the capacity plate of the boat. If the boat does not have a capacity plate, consult the boat manufacturer.

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Mounting outboard motor

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WARNING

●Improper mounting of the outboard mo- tor could result in hazardous conditions such as poor handling, loss of control, or fire hazards.

●Because the outboard motor is very heavy, special equipment and training is required to mount it safely.

Your dealer or other person experienced in proper rigging should mount the outboard motor using correct equipment and complete rigging instructions. For further information, see page 46.

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Remote control requirements

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WARNING

●If the engine starts in gear, the boat can move suddenly and unexpectedly, pos- sibly causing a collision or throwing passengers overboard.

●If the engine ever starts in gear, the start-in-gear protection device is not working correctly and you should dis- continue using the outboard. Contact your Yamaha dealer.

The remote control unit must be equipped with a start-in-gear protection device(s). This device prevents the engine from starting unless it is in neutral.

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Battery requirements

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Specifications of Battery

Use a fully charged battery that meets the following specifications. The engine cannot be started if battery voltage is too low.

Minimum cold cranking amps (CCA/SAE):

700.0 A

Minimum marine cranking amps (MCA/ABYC):

900.0 A

Minimum reserve capacity (RC/SAE): 220 minutes

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