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Maintenance
filler hole. NOTICE: Overfilling the oil
could cause leakage or damage. If the
oil level is above the upper level
mark, drain until the level meets the
specified capacity.
Recommended engine oil:
YAMALUBE 4M FC-W or 4-stroke out-
board motor oil
Engine oil quantity (without oil filter re-
placement):
6.4 L (6.76 US qt, 5.63 Imp.qt)
Engine oil quantity (with oil filter replace-
ment):
6.7 L (7.08 US qt, 5.90 Imp.qt)
9.
Install the oil filler cap and oil dipstick.
10. Leave the outboard motor for 5-10 min-
utes.
11. Remove the oil dipstick and wipe it
clean.
12. Insert the dipstick and remove it again.
Be sure to completely insert the dipstick
into the dipstick guide, otherwise the oil
level measurement will be incorrect.
13. Recheck the oil level using the dipstick
to be sure the level falls between the up-
per and lower marks. Consult your
Yamaha dealer if the oil level is out of
specified level.
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1. Oil dipstick
2. Upper mark
3. Lower mark
14. Start the engine and make sure that the
low oil pressure-alert indicator remains
off. Also, make sure that there are no oil
leaks. NOTICE: If the low oil pressure-
alert indicator comes on or if there
are oil leaks, stop the engine and find
the cause. Continued operation with
a problem could cause severe engine
damage. Consult your Yamaha dealer
if the problem cannot be located and
corrected.
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15. Install the top cowling.
16. Dispose of used oil according to local
regulations.
TIP:
For more information on the disposal of
used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer.
Change the oil more often when operating
the engine under adverse conditions such
as extended trolling.
Changing the engine oil by draining the oil
1.
Put the outboard motor in an upright po-
sition (not tilted). NOTICE: If the out-
board motor is not level, the oil level
indicated on the oil dipstick may not
be accurate.
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