Features and functions

NOTE:

●If the cooling water passages are dry, it will take about 60 seconds for the water to reach the outlet after the engine is started.

●Water discharge may not be constant at idle, therefore, open the throttle a little to check that water discharges properly.

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Steering system

Your watercraft can be steered by turning the handlebars in the direction you wish to travel.

1Handlebar

2Jet thrust nozzle

When the handlebars are turned, the angle of the jet thrust nozzle is changed, and the direction of the watercraft is changed accordingly. Since the strength of the jet thrust determines the speed and degree of a turn, throttle must always be applied when attempting a turn, except at trolling speed.

This model is equipped with the Yamaha Engine Management System (YEMS) that includes an off-throttle steering (OTS) system. It will activate at planing speeds should you attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing the throttle lever. The OTS system assists in turning by continuing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is decelerating, but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handlebars.

The OTS system does not function below planing speeds or when the engine is off. Once the engine slows down, the watercraft will no longer turn in response to handlebar input until you apply throttle again or you reach trolling speed.

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Shift lever (for VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser)

The shift lever is located on the starboard (right) side of the watercraft and is used to control the reverse gate, which allows the wa- tercraft to move in reverse or forward.

When the shift lever is in the reverse position, the watercraft can be launched from a trailer, or backed up out of tight spots where you cannot turn around easily.

To shift into reverse:

(1)Release the throttle lever and let the en- gine speed return to idle.

(2)Pull the shift lever toward you.

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