Trouble Recovery

A. Clean or replace fuel filter.

Q. Are ignition parts malfunctioning? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Has alert system activated?

A. Find and correct cause of alert.

Q. Is spark plug gap incorrect?

A. Replace spark plug.

Q. Is ignition wiring damaged or poorly con- nected?

A. Inspect wires for breaks and wear. Have connections tightened and broken or worn wires replaced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is specified engine oil not being used?

A. Inspect engine oil and replace with specified type.

Q. Is thermostat clogged or malfunctioning? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is fuel pump malfunctioning?

A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is fuel tank air vent restricted or clogged? A. Remove obstruction.

Q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect? A. Connect correctly.

Q. Is throttle cable adjustment incorrect? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is battery cable disconnected?

A. Connect securely.

Alert buzzer sounds or indicator lights.

Q. Is cooling system clogged?

A. Inspect cooling water inlet for obstructions.

Q. Is low oil pressure-alert indicator on or blinking?

A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is heat range of spark plugs incorrect?

A. Inspect spark plugs and replace with recommended type.

Q. Is specified engine oil not being used?

A. Inspect engine oil and replace with specified type.

Q. Is engine oil contaminated or deteriorated? A. Replace engine oil with specified type.

Q. Is oil filter clogged?

A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is oil pump malfunctioning?

A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is thermostat or water pump malfunction- ing?

A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is there excess water in fuel filter? A. Drain fuel filter.

Engine power loss.

Q. Is propeller damaged?

A. Have propeller repaired or replaced.

Q. Is propeller pitch or diameter incorrect? A. Install correct propeller to operate outboard motor at its recommended speed (r/min) range.

Q. Is outboard motor mounted at incorrect height on transom?

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