Trim Rod Check; Shift Rod And Reverse Gate Check - Yamaha Waverunner VXS VX1800 Service Manual

5. Disconnect the joint and apply a small
amount of grease.
Recommended lubricant
YAMALUBE MARINE GREASE
6. Check the steering cable for cable end dis-
connection and check the locknut for
looseness.
7. Install the front and rear seats.

Trim rod check

1. Disconnect the shift rod joint "1", and then
lower the reverse gate "2".
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2. Disconnect the trim rod joints and apply a
small amount of grease.
Recommended lubricant
YAMALUBE MARINE GREASE
3. Connect the trim rod joints to the ball joints.
4. Check the trim rod for rod end disconnec-
tion and check the locknut for looseness.
5. Rise the reverse gate "1", and then con-
nect the shift rod joint "2".
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Shift rod and reverse gate check

1. Check the reverse gate. Replace if
cracked or damaged.
2. Check that the reverse gate "1" is in con-
tact with the reverse gate stopper "a" at the
F position.
3. Connect the garden hose adapter to the
flushing hose connector.
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Periodic service
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