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OWNER'S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this
LIT-18626-10-82
outboard motor.
6CE-28199-36-E0

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  • Page 1 F225 LF225 F250 LF250 F300 LF300 F250D1 FL250D1 F300B1 FL300B1 OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this LIT-18626-10-82 outboard motor. 6CE-28199-36-E0...
  • Page 2 EMU25064 Les gaz d’échappement du moteur de ce produit contiennent des substances chimiques connues dans l’État de Californie pour provoquer le cancer, des anomalies congénitales et des troubles de la reproduction. ZMU07696 Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating.
  • Page 3 Any damage tain maximum enjoyment from your new resulting from neglect of these instructions is Yamaha. If you have any question about the not covered by warranty. operation or maintenance of your outboard Some countries have laws or regulations re- motor, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 4 Important manual information EMU44151 F225, LF225, F250, LF250, F300, LF300, F250D1, FL250D1, F300B1, FL300B1 OWNER’S MANUAL ©2014 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 1st Edition, November 2014 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Outboard motor serial number .... 9 (if equipped) ........31 Digital electronic control serial Receiver (if equipped) ....... 32 number..........9 Yamaha Security System lock and Key number ........10 unlock mode ........32 EC Declaration of Conformity Digital Electronic Control box .... 33 (DoC)...........
  • Page 6 Checks before starting engine ..60 6Y9 Multifunction Color Gauge ..42 Fuel level ........... 60 Removing top cowling ....... 60 YAMAHA SECURITY SYSTEM Fuel system ........60 indicator (if equipped) ....42 Controls ..........61 Engine warm-up indicator....42 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) ...
  • Page 7 Flushing cooling water passage ..78 IMPORTANT WARRANTY Checking painted surface of INFORMATION IF YOU USE outboard motor....... 79 YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE Periodic maintenance..... 79 THE U.S.A. OR CANADA ..111 Replacement parts ......80 Maintenance interval guidelines ..80 INDEX ..........

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information EMU33623 EMU33661 Outboard motor safety Power trim and tilt Body parts can be crushed between the mo- Observe these precautions at all times. tor and the clamp bracket when the motor is EMU36502 Propeller trimmed or tilted. Keep body parts out of this People can be injured or killed if they come area at all times.

  • Page 9: Gasoline Exposure And Spills

    Safety information cording to the procedure on page 65 to occupant. Yamaha recommends that you reduce the risk of fire and explosion. must wear a PFD whenever boating. At a minimum, children non-swimmers EMU33821 Gasoline exposure and spills should always wear PFDs, and everyone Take care not to spill gasoline.

  • Page 10: Avoid Collisions

    Safety information dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or boating in hazardous weather. swamping. EMU44161 Accident reporting EMU33773 Avoid collisions Boat operators are required by law to file a Scan constantly for people, objects, and oth- Boating Accident Report with their boating er boats.

  • Page 11: Passenger Training

    Safety information quest one by mail. To take this free course, safety and laws. go to boatus.org. For Canada In the U.S.A. United States Coast Guard All operators of pleasure craft must illustrate competency by means of a Pleasure Craft Consumer Affairs Staff (G-BC) Operators Card with the exception of Per- Office of Boating, Public, and Consumer Af-...

  • Page 12: Basic Boating Rules (Rules Of The Road)

    Safety information In Canada Stand-on vessel National Marine Manufacturers Associa- The vessel with the right-of-way has the duty tion Canada to continue its course and speed, except to 14 McEwan Drive avoid an immediate collision. When you Suite 8 maintain your direction and speed, the other Bolton, ON vessel will be able to determine how best to L7E 1H1...

  • Page 13: Other Special Situations

    Safety information er vessel’s path) each other’s path close enough to run the Overtaking: (you are passing or being risk of collision, the vessel which has the oth- passed by another vessel) er on the starboard (right) side must keep out In the following illustration, your boat is in the of the way of the other.
  • Page 14 Safety information longed blast on the whistle (4 to 6 seconds). (right) side when proceeding from open wa- If another vessel is around the bend, it too ter into port, and black buoys are to port (left) should sound the whistle. Even if no reply is side.
  • Page 15 Safety information ZMU01708...

  • Page 16: General Information

    Yamaha dealer or for control to the outboard motor. reference in case your outboard motor is sto- TIP: len.

  • Page 17: Key Number

    General information tions. This outboard motor conforms to certain por- tions of the European Parliament directive relating to machinery. Each conformed outboard motor accompa- nied with EC DoC.EC DoC contains the fol- lowing information; Name of Engine Manufacture  Model name ...

  • Page 18: Compliance Mark And Manufactured Date Label

    General information ZMU08190 ZMU06040 EMU46132 1. Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) Compliance mark and manufactured date label ICES-002 Compliance Label Engines affixed with this mark meet all re- Engines affixed with this label conform to the quirements of the Canadian Interference regulations for each country.
  • Page 19 General information ZMU08192 1. Manufactured date...

  • Page 20: Read Manuals And Labels

    Read any manuals supplied with the boat.  Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat.  If you need any additional information, contact your Yamaha dealer. EMU33834 Warning labels If these labels are damaged or missing, contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements. ZMU07261...
  • Page 21 General information ZMU06191 helm, which could prevent a runaway EMU34652 Contents of labels boat. The above warning labels mean as follows. EMU33851 Other labels EWM01682 WARNING Keep hands, hair, and clothing away  from rotating parts while the engine is running.
  • Page 22 General information Electrical hazard EMU35133 Symbols The following symbols mean as follows. Notice/Warning ZMU05666 ZMU05696 Read Owner’s Manual ZMU05664 Hazard caused by continuous rotation ZMU05665...

  • Page 23: Specifications And Requirements

    Specifications and requirements F300CA 268 kg (591 lb) EMU40501 Specifications FL250DET1 268 kg (591 lb) TIP: FL300BET1 268 kg (591 lb) LF250CA 268 kg (591 lb) “(SUS)” indicates that the specification is for the outboard motor when it is equipped with LF300CA 268 kg (591 lb) Performance: a stainless steel propeller.
  • Page 24 Specifications and requirements Valve clearance IN (cold engine): oline (For North America), Premium 0.17–0.24 mm (0.0067–0.0094 in) unleaded gasoline Valve clearance EX (cold engine): F300CA Mid-grade unleaded gaso- 0.31–0.38 mm (0.0122–0.0150 in) line (For North America), Premium Battery rating (CCA/SAE): unleaded gasoline 680–1150 A FL250DET1 Regular unleaded gaso-...

  • Page 25: Installation Requirements

    Specifications and requirements stroke outboard motor oil FL300BET1 YAMALUBE outboard F250DET1 YAMALUBE 4 or 4-stroke gear oil or Hypoid gear oil outboard motor oil LF225CA Yamalube Marine F300BET1 YAMALUBE 4 or 4-stroke Gearcase Lube HD or Hypoid gear oil outboard motor oil LF250CA Yamalube Marine F300CA YAMALUBE 4M FC-W or 4- Gearcase Lube HD or Hypoid gear oil...

  • Page 26: Mounting Outboard Motor

    ECM02461 sibly causing a collision or throwing NOTICE passengers overboard. The Yamaha Security System is sold in If the engine ever starts in gear, the  conformity with the relevant laws and start-in-gear protection device is not...

  • Page 27: Battery Requirements

    Yamaha outboard motor 640–1080 A and every application. Battery rating (20HR/IEC): 80 Ah Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the right propeller for your boating needs. Select ECM01063 a propeller that will allow the engine to reach NOTICE...

  • Page 28: Counter Rotation Models

    Specifications and requirements propeller with a counter rotation motor, For further information, consult your Yamaha or a counter rotation propeller with a dealer. standard motor. Otherwise the boat could To check the propeller, see page 93. go in the direction opposite of that ex- pected (for example, reverse instead of forward), which could lead to an accident.

  • Page 29: Fuel Requirements

    6.3 L (6.66 US qt, 5.54 Imp.qt) pinging occurs, use a different brand of gas- oline or premium unleaded fuel. Yamaha If oil grades listed under Recommended en- recommends that you use alcohol-free gaso- gine oil grade 1 are not available, select an...
  • Page 30 Specifications and requirements these recommendations may also result For Oceania in unscheduled maintenance, fuel system Recommended fuel: damage, and internal engine damage. F225CA Regular unleaded gasoline [ECM04480] F250CA Regular unleaded gasoline For North America F250DET1 Regular unleaded gasoline F300BET1 Premium unleaded gaso- Recommended fuel: line F225CA Regular unleaded gasoline...

  • Page 31: Gasoline Additives

    However, if gasoline with Ethanol is the from the gasoline in a layer at the bottom only fuel available in your area, your Yamaha of the fuel tank. This ethanol and water outboard motor is calibrated to run properly...

  • Page 32: Anti-Fouling Paint

    Yamaha recommends the use of two Yama- lube gasoline additives to reduce internal de- Sacrificial anodes are attached to the out- posits and extend the storage life of board motor to provide corrosion protection gasoline.

  • Page 33: Star Labels

    IN NEUTRAL FUEL : GASOLINE SPARK PLUG : SPARK PLUG GAP (mm) : VALVE LASH (mm) IN : EX : YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD. ZMU06894 EMU25275 Star labels ZMU01702 Your outboard motor is labeled with a Cali- EMU40341 fornia Air Resources Board (CARB) star la- Two Stars—Very Low Emission...
  • Page 34 Specifications and requirements gines. ZMU05663 ZMU01703 EMU40351 Three Stars—Ultra Low Emission The three-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003- 2008 exhaust emission standards.

  • Page 35: Components

    Components EMU2579Z Components diagram TIP: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all mod- els (order from dealer). ZMU07139 1. Top cowling 2. Idle hole 3. Anti-cavitation plate 4. Trim tab (anode) 5.
  • Page 36 Components ZMU07140 1. Ignition coil 2. Oil dipstick 3. Cowling lock lever 4. Power trim and tilt switch 5. Flushing device 6. Oil level plug 7. Gear oil drain screw 8. Cooling water inlet 9. Anode 10. Power trim and tilt unit 11.
  • Page 37 Components ZMU07202 1. Digital electronic control (single type)* 2. Switch panel (for use with single type)* 3. Digital electronic control (twin type)* 4. Switch panel (for use with twin type)* 5. Start/Stop switch panel (for use with twin type)* 6. All Start/Stop switch panel (for use with twin type)* 7.

  • Page 38: Remote Control Transmitter (If Equipped)

    Remote control transmitter (if ZMU06455 equipped) Store the remote control transmitter carefully The lock and unlock modes of the Yamaha so it will not be lost. Security System are selected using the re- mote control transmitter. While the engine is...

  • Page 39: Receiver (If Equipped)

    Yamaha dealer. Control Module) to prevent the engine from Keep the remote control transmitter  starting. Consult your Yamaha dealer for in- away from high temperatures and do stallation of the receiver. not place it in direct sunlight.

  • Page 40: Digital Electronic Control Box

    Components Yamaha Engine Security Number Main can be System of beeps switch started mode Lock 1 beep “ ” “ ”/ Unlock 2 beeps “ ” Yamaha Security Digital electronic control-active System indicator ZMU05851 mode 1. Control lever Lock 2. Digital electronic control-active indicator...

  • Page 41: Digital Electronic Control-Alert Indicator

    Digital electronic control-alert indicator The digital electronic control-alert indicator lights when trouble occurs in the connection between the digital electronic control and outboard motor. Consult your Yamaha deal- er for details. ZMU05878 1. Neutral “ ” 2. Forward “ ”...

  • Page 42: Throttle Friction Adjuster

    Components 22.5 ZMU05880 ZMU05883 1. Fully open 2. Fully closed 22.5 3. Free accelerator The free throttle switch can only be used  when the control lever is in the neutral po- sition. During operation the digital electronic con-  trol-active indicator changes from continu- ously lit to blinking.

  • Page 43: Engine Shut-Off Cord (Lanyard) And Clip

    Components the engine. This will prevent the boat from EWM01771 WARNING running away under power. WARNING! At- If the friction is too small, the control le- tach the engine shut-off cord to a secure  ver could move freely and cause an ac- place on your clothing, or your arm or leg cident.

  • Page 44: Main Switch

    Components pressing the Start/Stop button. For twin type, EMU41552 Main switch it is possible to start or turn off individual en- The main switch controls the ignition system; gine. The indicator for the corresponding en- its operation is described below. gine will come on.

  • Page 45: Power Trim And Tilt Switch On Bottom Cowling

    Components outboard motor up, and then tilts it up. Press- ing the switch “ ” (down) tilts the outboard motor down and trims it down. When the switch is released, the outboard motor will stop in its current position. For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch, see pages 71 and 73.

  • Page 46: Trim Tab With Anode

    Components EMU26246 Trim tab with anode EWM00841 WARNING An improperly adjusted trim tab could cause difficult steering. Always test run after the trim tab has been installed or re- placed to be sure steering is correct. Be sure you have tightened the bolt after ad- justing the trim tab.

  • Page 47: Cowling Lock Lever

    Components using a garden hose and tap water. For in- ECM00661 NOTICE structions on using the flushing device, see Do not use the tilt support lever or knob page 78. when trailering the boat. The outboard motor could shake loose from the tilt sup- port and fall.
  • Page 48 1. Fuel filter TIP: Adding an in-line 10-micron fuel filter has been shown to greatly reduce the chance of fuel contamination problems. Consult your dealer for information about Yamaha 10-mi- cron fuel filters if your boat does not have one.

  • Page 49: Instruments And Indicators

    EMU41642 play, see the 6Y9 Multifunction Color Gauge YAMAHA SECURITY SYSTEM owner’s manual. indicator (if equipped) This indicator appears when the YAMAHA SECURITY SYSTEM is in lock mode. Make sure it is off before starting the engine. CANCEL MENU ZMU07233 1.

  • Page 50: Overheat Alert

    Serious engine damage will occur. Do not continue to operate the engine if  a alert device has activated. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem can- ZMU07237 not be located and corrected. EMU41681 EMU41691 Overheat alert...

  • Page 51: Water Separator Alert

    ZMU07251 ZMU07242 ZMU07252 Get back to the port soon if the low battery voltage-alert device has activated. For charging the battery, consult your Yamaha dealer. EMU41711 Engine trouble alert ZMU07250 The pop-up window will appear if the engine Stop the engine immediately and see page...

  • Page 52: 6Y8 Multifunction Meters

    Yamaha dealer. The tachometer unit is available in round or square types. Check your tachometer unit type. ZMU07254 Return to port and consult a Yamaha dealer immediately. EMU31654 6Y8 Multifunction meters Multifunction meters have 6 kinds of meter ZMU05415 units;...

  • Page 53: Yamaha Security System Information

    10. YAMAHA SECURITY SYSTEM indicator EMU38623 Yamaha Security System information Turn the main switch to the “ ” (on) posi- tion, the currently selected Yamaha Security System mode (Lock / Unlock) will show on the display. MODE Unlock mode ZMU05417 1.

  • Page 54: Low Oil Pressure-Alert

    Do not continue to run the engine if the MODE low oil pressure alert device has activat- ZMU06460 ed. Serious engine damage will occur. 1. YAMAHA SECURITY SYSTEM indicator EMU36222 Overheat alert EMU36131 If the engine temperature rises too high while...

  • Page 55: Water Separator Alert

    (fuel filter) while cruising. In such an event, stop the engine immediately and see page 104 of this manu- al to drain the water from the fuel filter. Get back to the port soon and consult a Yamaha ZMU05425...

  • Page 56: Low Battery Voltage-Alert

    6Y8 Multifunction speed & fuel NOTICE meters In such an event, the engine will not oper- ate properly. Consult a Yamaha dealer im- The speed & fuel meter unit shows the boat mediately. speed and has the functions of fuel meter, to-...

  • Page 57: 6Y8 Multifunction Speedometers

    For the optional sensors, consult your Yamaha dealer. After the main switch is first turned on, all the MODE displays come on as a test. After a few sec-...

  • Page 58: 6Y8 Multifunction Fuel Management Meters

    For details, consult your Yamaha dealer. fuel display. The chosen display is selected by using the “ ” (set) and “...
  • Page 59 Instruments and indicators Analog tachometer ZMU07245 Trim meter ZMU04581...

  • Page 60: Engine Control System

    The engine speed will automatically de- alert device has activated. Consult your  crease to about 2000 r/min. Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be The overheat-alert indicator of the 6Y8 located and corrected.  Multifunction Tachometer will light or blink.

  • Page 61: Low Oil Pressure Alert

    Engine control system The buzzer will sound. switch of the engine overheating. If the alert  system has activated, stop the engine and tilt the outboard motor up to check the cooling water inlet for clogging. If the alert system has still activated, tilt the overheated out- board motor up and return to the port.

  • Page 62: Water Separator Alert

    Check the oil level and add oil as needed. If the oil level is correct and the alert device does not switch off, consult your Yamaha dealer. Twin engine drive users: If the low oil pressure alert system of one en- gine activates, both engines will slow down and the buzzer will sound.
  • Page 63 If the alert system has activated, stop the en- gine immediately and see page 104 of this manual to drain the water from the fuel filter. Get back to the port soon and consult a Yamaha dealer immediately. ECM02471 NOTICE Although the buzzer will stop when the...

  • Page 64: Installation

    Consult your gine overheating. If the engine is mounted Yamaha dealer or boat manufacturer for fur- too low, water resistance (drag) will increase, ther information on determining the proper thereby reducing engine efficiency and per- mounting location.
  • Page 65 Test runs at differ- ent heights can help determine the optimum mounting height. Consult your Yamaha deal- er or boat manufacturer for further informa- tion on determining the proper mounting height.

  • Page 66: Operation

    NOTICE: Failure to follow the break-in The outboard motor is shipped from the fac- procedure could result in reduced engine tory without engine oil. If your Yamaha deal- life or even severe engine damage. [ECM00802] er did not fill the engine with engine oil, you EMU41223 must fill the engine before starting it.

  • Page 67: Checks Before Starting Engine

    Operation EMU36414 2. Bottom cowling Checks before starting engine 3. Top cowling EWM01922 WARNING If any item in “Checks before starting en- gine” is not working properly, have it in- spected and repaired before operating the outboard motor. Otherwise, an acci- dent could occur.

  • Page 68: Controls

    Check the engine shut-off cord and clip for is between the upper and lower marks. damage, such as cuts, breaks, and wear. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the oil level is not at the proper level or if it ap- pears milky or dirty.

  • Page 69: Outboard Motor

    Check the rubber seal for damage. If the garden hose connector to the fitting on rubber seal is damaged, have it replaced the bottom cowling and tighten it secure- by a Yamaha dealer. ly. Otherwise, cooling water will leak out during operation, causing the engine to overheat.
  • Page 70 Operation Check that the rubber seal is seated all the way around the bottom cowling. Check that all of the cowling lock levers are pulled outward. Align the 3 protrusions on the top cowl- ing with the corresponding holders on the bottom cowling, and then place the top cowling on the bottom cowling.

  • Page 71: Checking Power Trim And Tilt System

    Operation EMU35245 Checking power trim and tilt system EWM01931 WARNING Never get under the lower unit while it  is tilted, even when the tilt support lever is locked. Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accidentally falls. Body parts can be crushed between the ...

  • Page 72: Filling Fuel

    Operation start the engine. ly with dry rags. Dispose of rags properly Refer to the battery manufacturer’s instruc- according to local laws or regulations. tions for checks for your particular battery. EMU40252 Operating engine EMU30027 Filling fuel EWM02601 WARNING EWM01831 WARNING This product emits exhaust gases which Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-...
  • Page 73 If equipped with the Yamaha Security System: If the lock mode of the Yamaha Security System is selected, use the re- mote control transmitter to select the un- lock mode. Short beep will sound twice when unlocking the Yamaha Security System.
  • Page 74 Operation make sure that the digital electronic con- Start/Stop button, press the button to trol-active indicator lights. The engine start the engine. The indicator for the can not be started when the digital elec- starting engine will come on. tronic control-alert indicator lights. ZMU07148 ZMU07217 When starting the engine using the...

  • Page 75: Checks After Starting Engine

    Check that the engine stops when the clip  hole is blocked. Consult your Yamaha is pulled from the engine shut-off switch. dealer if the problem cannot be located Check that the engine cannot be started ...

  • Page 76: Stopping Boat

    Operation result, for quick gear shifting there could be a time lag when the gear is shifted until the en- gine speed has decreased sufficiently. To shift out of neutral Pull the neutral interlock trigger up (if equipped). Move the control lever firmly and crisply forward (for forward gear) or backward (for reverse gear) 22.5...

  • Page 77: Stopping Engine

    Operation r/min. The display will show the engine TIP: speed when the engine speed is increased Trolling is affected by currents and other  from the fully closed position during trolling operating conditions and may differ from speed setting mode. When the throttle is re- the actual engine speed.

  • Page 78: Trimming Outboard Motor

    ” (off). If equipped with the Yamaha Security System: When you leave your boat, set the Yamaha Security System to the lock mode by pressing the lock button of the remote control transmitter. Short beep will sound once when locking the securi- ty system.

  • Page 79: Adjusting Boat Trim

    Operation a complete stop with the engine off. Do bow up, the boat may have a greater tenden- not adjust the trim angle with this cy to steer to one side or the other. Compen- switch while the boat is moving. sate for this as you steer.

  • Page 80: Tilting Up And Down

    Operation To prevent the cooling water passages the bow is greatly increased, heightening the  from becoming frozen when the ambi- danger of “bow steering” and making opera- tion difficult and dangerous. ent temperature is 5C (41F) or below, tilt the outboard motor up after it has been stopped 30 seconds or more.

  • Page 81: Procedure For Tilting Down (Power Trim And Tilt Models)

    Operation ZMU05838 ZMU07153 ZMU07177 Once the outboard motor is supported Set the tilt support lever to support the with the tilt support lever, press the pow- engine. WARNING! After tilting the er trim and tilt switch “ ” (down) to re- outboard motor, be sure to support it tract the trim rods.

  • Page 82: Shallow Water

    Operation ZMU07178 ZMU07179 Push the power trim and tilt switch “ ” EMU28063 Shallow water (down) to lower the outboard motor to the desired position. EMU40702 Cruising in shallow water The outboard motor can be tilted up partially to allow operation in shallow water. ECM02361 NOTICE Do not tilt the outboard motor up so that...

  • Page 83: Operating In Other Conditions

    Operation mal running position, press the power trim and tilt switch and slowly tilt the out- board motor down. EMU41371 Operating in other conditions Operating in salt water After operating in saltwater, brackish water, or water high in other minerals, flush the cooling system with fresh water to minimize ZMU05829 corrosion and clogging of the cooling water...

  • Page 84: Maintenance

    Maintenance EMU41532 EMU35412 Transporting and storing Storing outboard motor When storing your Yamaha outboard motor outboard motor for prolonged periods of time (2 months or EWM02641 longer), several important procedures must WARNING be performed to prevent excessive damage. USE CARE when transporting fuel tank, ...

  • Page 85: Procedure

    Seal replacement should be per- A partially filled fuel tank, less than 7/8 full formed by an authorized Yamaha dealer but not completely empty, is not recommend- prior to use. ed. Air space above the gasoline allows air Lubricate all grease fittings.

  • Page 86: Checking Painted Surface Of Outboard Motor

    If you do not have the proper skills, tools, or supplies ZMU05844 to perform a maintenance procedure, 1. Fitting have a Yamaha dealer or other qualified 2. Garden hose connector mechanic do the work. 3. Garden hose adapter The procedures involve disassembling the motor and exposing dangerous parts.

  • Page 87: Replacement Parts

    Yamaha marine dealership. A service manual is available for purchase through your Yamaha dealer for owners who have the mechanical skills, tools, and other equipment necessary to perform mainte- nance not covered by this owner’s manual.

  • Page 88: Maintenance Chart 1

     be flushed with clean water after each use. The “ ” symbol indicates the check-ups which you may carry out yourself. The “ ” symbol indicates work to be carried out by your Yamaha dealer. Initial Every Item Actions...
  • Page 89 Maintenance Initial Every Item Actions Page 20 hours 100 hours 300 hours 500 hours (3 months) (1 year) (3 years) (5 years) Fuel filter/water Inspection or separator (can be replacement as disassembled) necessary Inspection or Fuel line (High replacement as —...

  • Page 90: Maintenance Chart 2

    Connector connec- Inspection or tions/lead connec- replacement as — tions necessary (Yamaha) Inspection — Meter/gauge EMU46240 *1 cylinder head exhaust passage *2 cylinder head, cylinder block, cylinder block thermostat portion, oil cooler cover, exhaust guide EMU46080 Maintenance chart 2...

  • Page 91: Greasing

    Maintenance EMU41302 Greasing Yamalube Marine Grease ZMU07181 ponent. The condition of the spark plug can EMU40665 Inspecting spark plug indicate something about the condition of the The spark plug is an important engine com- engine. For example, if the center electrode...
  • Page 92 Do not attempt to diagnose any problems yourself. Instead, take the out- board motor to a Yamaha dealer. You should periodically remove and check the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode.

  • Page 93: Inspecting Engine Idle Speed

    Maintenance To install the spark plug Wipe off any dirt from the threads, insu- lator, and gasket surface of the spark plug. Install the spark plug, and then tighten it to the specified torque. Spark plug tightening torque: 28 Nm (2.86 kgf-m, 20.7 ft-lb) ZMU06948 TIP: To check the spark plug...

  • Page 94: Changing Engine Oil

    Maintenance be accurate. [ECM01862] Inspect the engine idle speed. If the en- gine idle speed is out of specification, consult a Yamaha dealer or other quali- fied mechanic. Idle speed (in neutral): 650–750 r/min EMU41206 Changing engine oil ZMU05843 EWM00761 WARNING Start the engine.
  • Page 95 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.
  • Page 96 16. Dispose of used oil according to local regulations. TIP: For more information on the disposal of  ZMU07956 used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer. Change the oil more often when operating  1. Screw the engine under adverse conditions such Remove the bolts.
  • Page 97 Maintenance ZMU06951 1. Oil filler cap Prepare a suitable container that holds a larger amount than the engine oil capac- ZMU07957 ity. Remove the drain screw and gasket 1. Bolt while holding the container under the drain hole. Let the oil drain completely. Remove the apron from starboard side Wipe up any spilled oil immediately.
  • Page 98 Maintenance Apply a light coat of oil to the gasket and Recommended engine oil: install the drain screw. F225CA YAMALUBE 4M FC-W or 4- stroke outboard motor oil Drain screw tightening torque: F250CA YAMALUBE 4M FC-W or 4- 27 Nm (2.75 kgf-m, 19.9 ft-lb) stroke outboard motor oil F250DET1 YAMALUBE 4 or 4-stroke TIP:...
  • Page 99 16. 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. ZMU07960 1. Apron 19.

  • Page 100: Inspecting Wiring And Connectors

    22. Dispose of used oil according to local regulations. TIP: For more information on the disposal of  used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer. ZMU07185 Change the oil more often when operating  the engine under adverse conditions such EMU41671 Inspecting propeller as extended trolling.

  • Page 101: Removing Propeller

    Maintenance ening the propeller nut. when loosening or tightening the propeller [EWM01891] nut. Place a block of wood between the anti- cavitation plate and the propeller to prevent the propeller from turning. ZMU07269 1. Cotter pin 2. Propeller nut ZMU06953 3.

  • Page 102: Changing Gear Oil

    If you are not able to place the out- TIP: board motor in a vertical position, have a Yamaha dealer change the gear oil. Make sure to align the protrusions on the Tilt the outboard motor so that the gear spacer with the cutout areas of the propeller.
  • Page 103 If the gear oil is milky or contains water or a large amount of metal particles, the gear case may be damaged. Have a Yamaha dealer check and repair the outboard motor. [ECM00714] TIP: For disposal of used gear oil, consult your...

  • Page 104: Inspecting And Replacing Anode(S)

    EMU29318 FL300BET1 YAMALUBE outboard Inspecting and replacing anode(s) gear oil or Hypoid gear oil Yamaha outboard motors are protected from LF225CA Yamalube Marine Gearcase corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the Lube HD or Hypoid gear oil external anodes periodically. Remove scales...

  • Page 105: Checking Battery (For Electric Start Models)

    Inspect ground leads attached to external anodes on equipped models. Consult a Check the battery’s charge. If your boat Yamaha dealer for inspection and replace- is equipped with the digital speedome- ment of internal anodes attached to the pow- ter, the voltmeter and low battery alert er unit.

  • Page 106: Connecting The Battery

    Connecting an accessory battery (optional) arcing and cause an explosion. If connecting an accessory battery, con- sult your Yamaha dealer about correct [EWM01913] wiring. For the fuse size, see ABYC (E- EMU35496 Connecting the battery 11).

  • Page 107: Disconnecting The Battery

    EMU38661 Storing the battery When storing your Yamaha outboard motor for prolonged periods of time (2 months or longer), remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry place. Check the battery and charge it if necessary.

  • Page 108: Trouble Recovery

    If your outboard motor requires repair, bring Starter will not operate. it to a Yamaha dealer. Q. Is your Yamaha Security System in the If the engine trouble-alert indicator is blink- lock mode? ing, consult your Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 109 Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale? A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. Q. Are ignition parts malfunctioning? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Is fuel filter clogged? A. Clean or replace fuel filter. Q. Has alert system activated? A.
  • Page 110 A. Have outboard motor adjusted to proper Q. Is low oil pressure-alert indicator on or transom height. blinking? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Has alert system activated? A. Find and correct cause of alert. Q. Is heat range of spark plugs incorrect? A.

  • Page 111: Temporary Action In Emergency

    Q. Are outboard motor mounting bolts loose? Q. Are electrical parts malfunctioning? A. Tighten bolts or have serviced by a A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Yamaha dealer. Q. Is specified fuel not being used? Q. Is steering pivot loose or damaged? A.

  • Page 112: Replacing Fuse

    Trouble Recovery cy, be sure to keep the unused one tilted up and operate the other engine at low speed. ECM00371 NOTICE If the boat is operated with one engine in the water but not running, water may run into the exhaust pipe due to wave action, causing engine trouble.

  • Page 113: Power Trim And Tilt Unit Will Not Operate

    1. Manual valve screw ZMU04337 Tilt the outboard motor up manually to 1. Fuse puller the desired position, and then tighten the Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuse manual valve screw by turning it clock- immediately blows again. wise. EMU40983...
  • Page 114 Trouble Recovery Remove the top cowling. Remove the bolts, and then remove the fuel filter cover. ZMU07521 1. Filter housing 2. O-ring ZMU07519 3. Filter cup 4. Water detection switch lead 1. Bolt 2. Fuel filter cover Drain the water in the filter cup by soak- ing it up with a rag.

  • Page 115: Treatment Of Submerged Motor

    EMU33502 Treatment of submerged motor If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immedi- ately. NOTICE: Do not attempt to run the outboard motor until it has been com- pletely inspected.

  • Page 116: Consumer Information (For North America)

    Owner’s Manual. The owner of the outboard motor shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha Outboard Motor Dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten (10) days of discovery and make the motor available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer’s place of business.
  • Page 117 TRANSFER OF WARRANTY Transfer of the warranty from the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser is possible by having the motor inspected by an authorized Yamaha Outboard Motor Dealer and requesting the dealer to submit a change of registration to Yamaha within ten (10) days of the transfer.

  • Page 118: Important Warranty Information If You Use Your Yamaha Outside The U.s.a. Or Canada

    He will be able to contact Yamaha on your behalf to see if any refund can be provided.

  • Page 119: Index

    INDEX Cleaning and anticorrosion measures..........78 6Y8 Multifunction fuel management Cleaning the outboard motor ....78 meters ..........51 Compliance mark and manufactured 6Y8 Multifunction meters ...... 45 date label ..........11 6Y8 Multifunction speed & fuel Components diagram ......28 meters ..........
  • Page 120 INDEX Flushing cooling water passage ... 78 Mounting the outboard motor....57 Flushing device....... 40, 62 Free throttle switch ....... 34 Fuel filter ..........40 Operating engine ........65 Fuel filter, checking....... 61 Operating in salt water or other Fuel leaks, checking for ......60 conditions ...........
  • Page 121 Shifting (checks after engine warm YAMAHA SECURITY SYSTEM up) ............68 indicator (if equipped) ......42 Spark plug, inspecting ......84 Yamaha Security System information... 46 Specifications........16 Yamaha Security System lock and Star labels..........26 unlock mode ........32 Start-in-gear protection ......
  • Page 123 — right out of the box. Yamalube — Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils, lubricants, and care products. They’re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know: the Yamaha engineering teams that know your Yamaha from the inside out.
  • Page 124 Printed in Japan November 2014–3.2  1 ! Printed on recycled paper...

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