Draining the bilge water on land ..53 Remote control transmitter Draining the bilge water on water ..53 (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) ..... 30 Yamaha Security System (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) ..... 31 Engine stop switch ......32 Engine shut-off switch ..... 32...
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Consumer information ....94 Stopping the watercraft ....69 Limited warranty ......94 Operating the watercraft in reverse YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) ..... 70 (Y.E.S.) ........96 Boarding the watercraft ....70 Starting off ........73 Capsized watercraft ......
Hull Identification Number (HIN), and engine serial number in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering genuine parts from a Yamaha dealer. Also record and keep these ID numbers in a separate place in case your watercraft is stolen.
General and important labels EJU30352 EJU30431 Emission control information Manufactured date label This label is attached to the top of the cylinder This engine conforms to U.S. Environmental head. (See page 44 for seat removal and in- Protection Agency (EPA) and/or California Air stallation procedures.) Resources Board (CARB) regulations for ma- rine SI engines applicable at the time of man-...
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General and important labels One Star - Low Emission exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive The one-star label identifies engines that and Inboard marine engine 2003-2008 ex- meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal haust emission standards. Engines meeting Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 these standards have 65% lower emissions exhaust emission standards.
General and important labels EJU30452 Important labels Read the following labels before using this watercraft. If have any questions, consult a Yamaha dealer.
The safe use and operation of this water- operate the watercraft craft is dependent upon the use of proper Yamaha recommends a minimum operator riding techniques, as well as upon the age of 16 years old. common sense, good judgment, and ex- Adults must supervise use by minors.
Safety information teristics of the watercraft before trying any EJU30761 Cruising limitations difficult maneuvers. Scan constantly for people, objects, and other watercraft. Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others. Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people, ob- jects, and other watercraft.
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Safety information kles, and other bones. Do not jump wakes with another boat, which could result in se- or waves. vere injury or death. Do not operate the watercraft in rough wa- ter, bad weather, or when visibility is poor; this may lead to an accident causing injury or death.
Safety information know that a helmet could help protect you in EJU30812 Operation requirements certain kinds of accidents and that it could All riders must wear a U.S. Coast Guard injure you in others. (USCG) approved personal flotation device A helmet is designed to provide some head (PFD) that is suitable for personal water- protection.
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Safety information The operator and passengers should al- tercraft to avoid accidental starting or unau- ways keep their feet on the floor of the foot- thorized use by children or others. well when the watercraft is in motion. Lifting your feet increases the chances of losing your balance, or hitting objects outside the watercraft with your feet.
A mirror can also be used as an emergency signal. Contact a Yamaha dealer or the U.S. Coast Guard for more information. Watch A watch is helpful so you will know how long you have been operating the watercraft.
Practice turning in an open area without ob- stacles until you have a good feel for this maneuver. VX Sport: This watercraft is water-jet pro- pelled. The jet pump is directly connected to the engine. This means that jet thrust will produce some movement whenever the en- gine is running.
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Safety information tercraft as it could cause you to lose control, any debris or weeds, which may have col- be ejected, or impact the handlebars. lected around the jet intake. This could increase the risk of back/spinal injury (paralysis), facial injuries, and broken legs, ankles, and other bones.
Safety information is required by law. Let the skier direct the EJU30943 Water-skiing operator’s control of speed and direction You can use the watercraft for water-skiing if with hand signals. it has the seating capacity to carry the opera- The spotter should sit astride the rear of the tor, a rearward-facing spotter, and the water- seat and hold onto the handgrip with both skier when he or she is not skiing.
Make sure that the rope is not looped EJU30961 Rules of the Road around anything. Your Yamaha watercraft is legally consid- After checking that the skier is ready and ered a powerboat. Operation of the water- that there is no traffic or other obstacles, ap- craft must be in accordance with the rules ply enough throttle to raise the skier.
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Safety information Give-way vessel give-way vessels). Both you and the meeting The vessel which does not have the right-of- vessel must alter course to avoid each other. way has the duty to take positive and timely action to stay out of the way of the stand-on vessel.
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Safety information provided the other vessel gives you the right- Fishing vessel right-of-way All vessels fishing with nets, lines, or trawls of-way as it should. are considered to be “fishing vessels” under the International Rules. Vessels with trolling lines are not considered fishing vessels. Fish- ing vessels have the right-of-way regardless of position.
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Safety information Many bodies of water used by boaters are en- or advisory information. These markers are tirely within the boundaries of a particular white with black letters and orange borders. state. The Uniform State Waterway Marking They signify speed zones, restricted areas, System has been devised for these waters.
Power Squadron. Watercraft Education and Training The Online Boating Safety Course, available through the watercraft section of the yamaha- motor.com website, is a free, 50 question learning course available to the public. Upon successful completion of 80 percent or better,...
Safety information EJU30991 The Online Boating Safety Course: Enjoy your watercraft http://www.boatus.org/ responsibly You share the areas you enjoy when riding your watercraft with others and with nature. So your enjoyment includes a responsibility to treat these other people, and the lands, wa- ters, and wildlife with respect and courtesy.
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Safety information waterways stay open for the enjoyment of a variety of recreational opportunities.
The left side of the watercraft when facing forward. Bilge water Water that has collected in the engine compartment. Yamaha Engine Management System (YEMS) YEMS is an integrated, computerized management system that controls and adjusts ignition timing, fuel injection, engine diagnostics, and the off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
EJU41370 Remote control transmitter (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) The Yamaha Security System and Low RPM Mode settings can be selected by operating the remote control transmitter. (See page 31 for Yamaha Security System setting proce- dures and page 37 for Low RPM Mode activa- tion procedures.)
EJU36106 Yamaha Security System settings The Yamaha Security System settings will be confirmed by the number of beeps when the remote control transmitter is operated, and by the “SECURITY” indicator light of the multi- function information center.
Control function operation TY” indicator light blinks two or three times, Insert the clip under the engine shut-off switch then comes on. This indicates the unlock before starting the engine. mode is selected. L-Mode 1 Engine shut-off switch 2 Clip 1 “L-Mode”...
Throttle lever is squeezed. VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser: Lock mode of the Yamaha Security System has been select- ed. (See page 31 for Yamaha Security Sys- tem setting procedures.) 1 Handlebar 2 Jet thrust nozzle...
TIP: cept at trolling speed. It will take about 60 seconds for the water to This model is equipped with the Yamaha En- reach the outlet after the engine is started. gine Management System (YEMS) that in- Water discharge may not be constant when cludes an off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
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Control function operation To drain water from the water separator: (1) Place a drain pan or dry cloth under the water separator. (2) Gradually loosen the drain screw to drain the water. Catch the draining water in the drain pan or soak it up with the dry cloth so that it does not spill into the engine compartment.
Watercraft operation will lower and the watercraft will start EJU40011 Watercraft operation functions moving in reverse at trolling speed. EJU40520 Reverse system (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) EWJ01230 WARNING Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control, be ejected, or impact the handlebars.
1 Remote control transmitter TIP: The Low RPM Mode can only be activated when the engine is stopped in the unlock mode of the Yamaha Security System. Activating and deactivating the Low RPM Mode Activation of the Low RPM Mode will be con-...
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Watercraft operation “L-MODE” indicator light will come on when the engine is started. L-Mode 1 “L-Mode” (unlock) button 1 “SECURITY” indicator light 2 “L-MODE” indicator light To deactivate the Low RPM Mode: Push the “L-Mode” (unlock) button on the re- mote control transmitter for more than 4 sec- onds.
Instrument operation onds after the engine stops, the center will EJU31458 Multifunction information turn off and enter a standby state. When the center engine is started again, the displays return to The multifunction information center displays their state before the center turned off, and various watercraft information.
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The speedometer switching the meter, it can be used as either display changes. an hour meter or a voltmeter. TIP: The hour meter is selected at the Yamaha factory. 1 Speedometer 2 Select button EJU31463 Tachometer 1 Hour meter/voltmeter The tachometer shows the engine speed.
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“HI” is displayed. If “LO” or “HI” is displayed, immedi- ately return to shore and have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft. To switch to the voltmeter from the hour...
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(See page 51 for information on checking the mittently. engine oil level.) If the oil level is sufficient, have a Yamaha dealer check the watercraft. TIP: Push the select button on the multifunction in- formation center to stop the buzzer.
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“WARNING” indicator light blink, and the buzzer sounds intermittently. If the check engine warning is activated, im- mediately reduce the engine speed, return to shore, and have a Yamaha dealer check the engine. TIP: Push the select button on the multifunction in-...
Seat The seat is removable. Remove the seat to access the engine com- partment. VX Sport / VX Deluxe: 1 Seat latch (2) Pull the seat rearward and remove it. VX Cruiser: To install the seat: (1) Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the stays on the deck.
Equipment operation (2) Push the rear of the seat down to secure- reboarding step to lift the watercraft. The ly lock it in place. reboarding step is not designed to sup- port the watercraft’s weight. If the reboard- ing step breaks, the watercraft could fall, which could result in severe injury.
Equipment operation towing it in an emergency. (See page 93 for breaks, the watercraft could fall, which information on towing the watercraft.) could result in severe injury. [EWJ01510] 1 Bow eye 1 Cleat EJU34881 EJU31683 Stern eyes Storage compartments The stern eyes are used to attach a rope to This watercraft is equipped with the following the watercraft when transporting or mooring it.
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Equipment operation To open the bow storage compartment: To close the bow storage compartment: Pull the hood latch up, and then lift up the rear Push the rear of the hood down to securely of the hood. lock it in place. 1 Hood latch To drain water from the bow storage compart- ment:...
Equipment operation To open the glove compartment: To close the glove compartment: Slide the glove compartment latch toward Push the lid down to securely lock it in place. you, and then lift up the lid. EJU41420 Beverage holder (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) 1 Glove compartment latch The beverage holder is located in the glove compartment.
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Equipment operation To use the fire extinguisher holder and cover: hood is securely closed before using the (1) Pull the hood latch up, and then lift up the watercraft. rear of the hood. 1 Hood latch (2) Unhook the band and remove the fire ex- tinguisher cover.
Gasoline and gasoline vapors are ex- Yamaha does not recommend gasohol con- tremely flammable. To avoid fires and taining methanol because it can cause fuel explosions and to reduce the risk of in-...
Operation and handling requirements EJU40290 Fuel tank capacity: Engine oil requirements 60 L (15.9 US gal, 13.2 Imp.gal) EJU37134 Engine oil ECJ00281 NOTICE Use only 4-stroke engine oil. Usage of 2- stroke engine oil could result in severe en- gine damage. Recommended engine oil: YAMALUBE 4W Recommended engine oil type:...
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(5) Remove the seat. (See page 44 for seat the maximum level mark, consult a removal and installation procedures.) Yamaha dealer. If the engine oil level is (6) Loosen the oil tank filler cap and remove below the minimum level mark, slowly it, and then wipe the attached dipstick add engine oil.
Operation and handling requirements maining moisture in the engine compart- EJU40021 Draining the bilge water ment with a dry cloth. ECJ01301 (4) Securely install the stern drain plugs by NOTICE tightening them until they stop. NOTICE: Do not run the engine at full throttle when Before installing the stern drain plugs, bilge water remains in the engine compart- clean the drain plug threads to remove...
Operation and handling requirements engine, which can result in severe dam- EJU33464 Transporting on a trailer age. [ECJ00553] When transporting the watercraft on a trailer, secure the tie downs to the trailer through the bow eye and stern eyes. NOTICE: Do not at- tach ropes or tie downs to any part of the watercraft other than the bow eye and stern eyes to secure the watercraft to the...
First-time operation EJU32785 Engine break-in ECJ00431 NOTICE Failure to perform the engine break-in could result in reduced engine life or even severe engine damage. The engine break-in is essential to allow the various components of the engine to wear and polish themselves to the correct operat- ing clearances.
Do not operate the watercraft if you find any prob- lem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the watercraft inspected by a Yamaha dealer. EJU41232 Pre-operation checklist Before using this watercraft, be sure to perform the checks in the following checklist.
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Pre-operation checks ITEM ROUTINE PAGE Hood Check that the hood is securely closed. Seat Check that the seat is securely installed. POST-LAUNCH CHECKS Check that water is discharged from the cooling wa- Cooling water pilot outlet ter pilot outlet while the engine is running. Multifunction information Check the multifunction information center for proper center...
Pre-operation checks If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys- EJU32281 Pre-operation check points tem must be repaired by a qualified me- EJU40545 chanic. Improper repairs can make the Pre-launch checks watercraft unsafe to operate. Perform the pre-launch checks in the pre-op- eration checklist while the watercraft is on Make sure that there is no damage, leakage, land.
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Pre-operation checks the dipstick attached to the oil tank filler cap. aged, obstructed, or not connected prop- (See page 51 for information on checking the erly. [EWJ00451] engine oil level.) 1 Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead 2 Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead 1 Oil tank filler cap/Dipstick 3 Breather hose Make sure that the electrolyte level is be-...
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Pre-operation checks whole range, and that the free play is not ex- right and left fully turned positions of the jet cessive. thrust nozzle. Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the right and left to make sure that the jet thrust nozzle moves as the handlebars are turned, and that there is no difference between the Difference between fully turned positions...
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(VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) out the whole range. Also, make sure that the Make sure that the remote control transmitter operates properly. (See page 31 for Yamaha Security System setting procedures and page 37 for Low RPM Mode activation procedures.)
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(1) VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser: If the lock mode falls off, allowing the watercraft to contin- is selected for the Yamaha Security Sys- ue to run and cause an accident. tem setting, select the unlock mode. (See...
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Always carry a fire extinguisher on board. A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this watercraft. If you do not have one, contact a Yamaha dealer or a fire extinguisher dealer to obtain one meeting the proper spec- ifications.
Pre-operation checks EJU41440 EJU32713 Hood check Multifunction information center check Push down on the rear of the hood and make Make sure that the multifunction information sure that it is securely closed. center operates properly. (See page 39 for in- formation on proper operation of the multi- function information center.) EJU40144...
Consult a EJU32995 Learning to operate your watercraft Yamaha dealer about any control or func- Before operating the watercraft, always per- tion that you do not fully understand. Fail- form the pre-operation checks listed on page ure to understand how the controls work 56.
To start the engine: (1) VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser: If the lock mode is selected for the Yamaha Security Sys- tem setting, select the unlock mode. (See page 31 for Yamaha Security System setting procedures.)
(green button) to start the en- gine. (See page 32 for information on op- erating the start switch.) EJU41572 Operating the watercraft VX Sport: When the engine is running, the watercraft will move forward at trolling speed even if the EJU32862 Stopping the engine...
Operation throttle lever is in the fully closed (idle) posi- EJU33254 Turning the watercraft tion. EWJ00771 WARNING Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects—you need throttle to steer. A collision could result in severe injury or death. When operating at higher speeds, make gradual turns or slow down before turn- ing.
If you are You need throttle to steer. traveling at speeds above trolling, you will This model is equipped with the Yamaha En- have rapidly decreasing ability to steer gine Management System (YEMS) that in- without throttle. You may still have some cludes an off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
Operation soon as the throttle lever is released, but will (See page 36 for information on the reverse coast for a distance before fully stopping. If system.) you are not sure you can stop in time before hitting an obstacle, apply throttle and turn in another direction.
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Operation run the engine in water that is less than 60 (2) Pull yourself up to a kneeling position on cm (2 ft) deep from the bottom of the wa- the boarding platform, and then move to tercraft, otherwise pebbles or sand could the seat and sit astride.
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Operation in front of them or to the handgrip provid- their feet on the floor of the footwell, and securely hold on to the operator. The heavier the total weight of the operator and passenger(s), the more difficult it will be to balance the watercraft.
Operation (8) Look in all directions, start the engine, senger crawl onto the seat while main- and then start off slowly. taining their balance. To board when it is difficult to balance at a standstill: (1) Have the passenger(s) steady the water- craft, and then board as noted in the pre- vious section “Boarding alone”.
EJU33235 Capsized watercraft EJU40591 Starting off from a trailer EWJ00671 VX Sport: WARNING (1) Launch the watercraft, and then turn it Improper uprighting can cause injury. around so that the bow faces the direc- Be sure to shut the engine off by pulling tion you wish to go.
Operation remove the clip from the engine shut-off which can result in severe damage. switch. [ECJ00541] Do not put your hands in the intake grate. If the watercraft capsizes, turn it over immedi- ately. To upright the watercraft: (1) Remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch.
Operation (2) Release the throttle lever to reduce speed. If weeds may have clogged the intake speed about 100 m (330 ft) before you area, clean the jet intake. (See page 90 for in- reach the intended beaching area. formation on the jet intake.) (3) Slowly approach the beach and stop the EJU40241 After removing the watercraft from the...
Care and storage (3) Connect the garden hose adapter to a EJU37145 Post-operation care garden hose. EWJ00330 WARNING Always place the watercraft upright in a horizontal position when storing it, other- wise fuel could leak out into the engine or engine compartment, which could create a fire hazard.
[ECJ00122] parts of the hull, deck, and engine with a (8) Turn the water supply off. rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Silicone (9) Discharge the remaining water out of the Protectant and Lubricant. cooling water passages by alternately (10) Allow the engine compartment to air dry squeezing and releasing the throttle lever completely before installing the seat.
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2 Minimum level mark If distilled water was added, check the battery voltage. It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer check the battery voltage and charge the bat- tery. If you charge the battery yourself, be sure to read and follow the instructions provid- ed with the battery tester and charger you use.
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Care and storage Checking the battery bands To install the battery: Make sure that the battery bands are not (1) Place the battery in the battery compart- damaged. ment and hook the battery bands onto the holders. (2) Connect the positive (+) battery lead (red) to the positive (+) battery terminal.
Storage for long periods of time, such as win- ter storage, requires preventive maintenance to ensure against deterioration. It is advisable to have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha dealer prior to storage. Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end) However, the following procedures can be performed easily by the owner.
Rustproofing the hull, deck, and engine Spray metallic parts of the hull, deck, and en- 1 Intake opening gine with a rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Sil- (4) Connect the air intake duct and securely icone Protectant and Lubricant. tighten the clamp screw.
The most important points of watercraft inspection and lubrication are ex- plained on the following pages. See a Yamaha dealer for genuine Yamaha re- placement parts and optional accessories de- signed for your watercraft. Remember, failures that are the result of the...
The periodic maintenance chart gives general guidelines for periodic maintenance. Have a Yamaha dealer perform the checks in the following chart. However, maintenance may need to be performed more frequently depending on your operating conditions. If you have any ques- tions, consult a Yamaha dealer.
Do not run the engine with too much or not enough oil in the engine, otherwise the en- gine could be damaged. It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer change the engine oil and the engine oil filter. However, if you choose to change the oil and...
Troubleshooting If you have any trouble with your watercraft, use the troubleshooting chart to check for the pos- sible cause. If you cannot find the cause, consult a Yamaha dealer. EJU34595 Troubleshooting chart Confirm the possible cause and remedy, and then refer to the applicable page.
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Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos- larly or stalls sible Stale or contaminat- Have serviced by — Yamaha dealer Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by — Yamaha dealer Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by —...
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(VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean Impeller damaged or Have serviced by worn Yamaha dealer Engine over- Engine speed reduc- Clean jet intake and heat warning tion control activated cool engine Oil pressure Engine speed reduc-...
Trouble recovery ways stop the engine before beaching the wa- EJU34622 Emergency procedures tercraft. EJU34634 Cleaning the jet intake and impeller EWJ00782 WARNING Before attempting to remove weeds or de- bris from the jet intake or impeller area, shut the engine off and remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch.
If debris is difficult to remove, consult a Yamaha dealer. EJU34641 Jumping the battery If the watercraft battery has run down, the en- gine can be started using a 12-volt booster battery and jumper cables.
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Trouble recovery (2) Loosen the cap on the electrical box and electrical system damage and possi- remove it. ble fire. [EWJ00802] 1 Electrical box 1 Spare fuse 2 Cap 2 Fuse 3 Cap (3) Replace the blown fuse with the spare fuse of the correct amperage by using the fuse puller on the reverse side of the cap.
Tow the watercraft at 8 km/h (5 mph) or less. trical system may be defective. If this occurs, NOTICE: Tow the watercraft at 8 km/h (5 have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft. mph) or less, otherwise water could flood the engine compartment or water could...
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual. The owner of the watercraft shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten [10] days of dis- covery and make the watercraft available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer’s place of business.
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If you should move after you have purchased your new watercraft, please advise us of your new address by sending a postcard listing your Yamaha model name, engine number, dealer number [or dealer’s name] as it is shown on your warranty card, your name and new mailing address.
This excellent Y.E.S. plan coverage is only available to Yamaha owners like you, and only while your Yamaha is still within the Yamaha Limited Warranty period. So visit your authorized Yamaha dealer to get all the facts. He can show you how easy it is to protect your investment with Yamaha Extended Service.
Index Engine unit check........58 After removing the watercraft from the Enjoy your watercraft responsibly .... 23 water ............. 76 Equipment ..........44 Approval label of emission control certificate ..........2 Fire extinguisher check ......63 Fire extinguisher holder and cover ... 48 Battery care..........
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YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Reverse system (Y.E.S.) ..........96 (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) ...... 36 Yamaha Security System settings ... 31 Riding position.......... 66 Yamaha Security System Rules of the Road ........18 (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) ...... 31 Rustproofing..........
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