Inspecting Idling Speed; Changing Engine Oil; Checking Wiring And Connectors - Yamaha F350A Owner's Manual

Checkpoints
Fuel system parts leakage
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Fuel line joint leakage
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Fuel line cracks or other damage
G
Fuel connector leakage
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EMU35590

Inspecting idling speed

ECM01690
CAUTION:
This procedure must be performed while
the outboard motor is in the water.
Perform this procedure using the 6Y8 Multi-
function Tachometer. Results may vary de-
pending on whether testing is conducted
with the outboard motor in the water.
1. Start the engine and allow it to warm up
fully in neutral until it is running smooth-
ly.
2. Verify whether the idle speed is set to
specification. For idle speed specifica-
tions, see page 48.
EMU35082

Changing engine oil

EWM00760
WARNING
Avoid draining the engine oil immedi-
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ately after stopping the engine. The oil
is hot and should be handled with care
to avoid burns.
Be sure the outboard motor is securely
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fastened to the transom or a stable
stand.
ECM01710
CAUTION:
Change the engine oil after the first 20
hours of operation or 3 months, and ev-
ery 100 hours or at 1-year intervals there-
after. Otherwise the engine will wear
quickly.
ZMU05860
NOTE:
Consult your Yamaha dealer for replace-
ment of the engine oil filter and change of the
engine oil.
EMU29112

Checking wiring and connectors

Check that each grounding wire is properly
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secured.
Check that each connector is engaged se-
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curely.
Maintenance
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