Warming Up Engine; Electric Start And Prime Start Models; Shifting; Forward (Tiller Handle And Remote Control Models) - Yamaha Z300A 2003 Owner's Manual

possible to start the engine. The starter
can also be damaged. If the engine will
not start after 5 seconds of cranking,
return the main switch to "
10 seconds, then crank the engine
again.
OFF
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Warming up engine

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Electric start and prime start models

1. After starting the engine, allow it to idle
for 3 minutes to warm up. Failure to do
so will shorten engine life.
2. Check for a steady flow of water from the
cooling water pilot hole.
ECM00510
CAUTION:
A flow of water from the hole on the ex-
haust cover shows that the water pump is
pumping water through the cooling pas-
sages. If water is not flowing out of the
" (on), wait
ON
START
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hole at all times while the engine is run-
ning, overheating and serious damage
could occur. Stop the engine and check
whether the cooling water inlet on the
lower case or the cooling water pilot hole
is blocked. Consult your Yamaha dealer if
the problem cannot be located and cor-
rected.
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Shifting

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WARNING
Before shifting, make sure there are no
swimmers or obstacles in the water near
you.
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CAUTION:
To change the boat direction or shifting
position from forward to reverse or vice-
versa, first close the throttle so that the
engine idles (or runs at low speeds).
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Forward (tiller handle and remote
control models)
If equipped tiller control:
1. Place the throttle grip in the fully closed
position.
2. Move the gear shift lever quickly and
firmly from neutral to forward.
If equipped Remote control:
Operation
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