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OWNER'S MANUAL
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outboard motor.
63P-28199-7K-E0

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  • Page 1 F150D FL150D F150F OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. 63P-28199-7K-E0...
  • Page 2 Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating. This manual should stay with the outboard motor if it is sold.
  • Page 3 If EMU25108 To the owner there is any question concerning this manual, Thank you for selecting a Yamaha outboard please consult your Yamaha dealer. motor. This Owner’s Manual contains infor- To ensure long product life, Yamaha recom-...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    People in the water ......2 Components diagram ....16 Passengers......... 2 Optional items ........18 Overloading ........2 Yamaha Security System (Y-COP) ... 18 Avoid collisions ........3 Remote control box......19 Weather ..........3 Remote control lever ......19 Passenger training ......
  • Page 5 Table of contents Trim meter ........26 Installing top cowling ....... 47 Hour meter ........26 Checking power trim and tilt Low oil pressure-alert indicator..26 system........... 48 Overheat-alert indicator ....27 Battery..........49 Digital speedometer ...... 27 Filling fuel ........50 Speedometer........
  • Page 6 Table of contents Maintenance chart 1 ......67 Maintenance chart 2 ......69 Greasing ........... 70 Inspecting spark plug....... 71 Inspecting idle speed ....... 72 Changing engine oil......72 Inspecting wiring and connectors ..75 Checking propeller ......75 Removing propeller ......76 Installing propeller ......
  • Page 7: 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 in area at all times.
  • Page 8: Gasoline

    Gasoline and its vapors are highly flamma- Have an approved PFD on board for every ble and explosive. Always, refuel according occupant. Yamaha recommends that you to the procedure on page 50 to reduce the must wear a PFD whenever boating. At a mi- risk of fire and explosion.
  • Page 9: Avoid Collisions

    Safety information tions. Overloading or incorrect weight EMU33791 Weather distribution can compromise the boats han- Stay informed about the weather. Check dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or weather forecasts before boating. Avoid swamping. boating in hazardous weather. EMU33773 Avoid collisions EMU33881 Passenger training...
  • Page 10: General Information

    Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for reference in case your outboard motor is sto- len.
  • Page 11: Compliance Mark Label

    Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) Engines affixed with this mark conform to certain portion(s) of the Australian Radio ZMU08264 Communications Act. 1. CE marking location YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, SHIZUOKA, JAPAN YAMAHA ZMU08190 ZMU08148 1. Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM)
  • Page 12: 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. EMU33836 Warning labels If these labels are damaged or missing, contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements. ZMU06189...
  • Page 13 General information 6EE-H1994-40 6EE-G2794-40 6EE-H1994-50 6EE-G2794-50 ZMU06191  Attach engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to EMU34652 Contents of labels your PFD, arm, or leg so the engine The above warning labels mean as follows. stops if you accidentally leave the helm, which could prevent a runaway boat.
  • Page 14 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 15: Specifications And Requirements

    Specifications and requirements Ignition system: EMU40501 Specifications TIP: Spark plug (NGK): “(SUS)” indicates that the specification is for LFR5A-11 the outboard motor when it is equipped with Spark plug gap: a stainless steel propeller. 1.0–1.1 mm (0.039–0.043 in) EMU2821V Steering system: Remote steering Dimension and weight: Starting system:...
  • Page 16: Installation Requirements

    39/94): working correctly and you should dis- 79.6 dB(A) continue using the outboard. Contact EMU33556 Installation requirements your Yamaha dealer. EMU33565 Boat horsepower rating The remote control unit must be equipped EWM01561 with a start-in-gear protection device(s). This WARNING...
  • Page 17: Battery Requirements

    Yamaha outboard motor and 510–1080 A every application. Battery rating (20HR/IEC): Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the 80 Ah right propeller for your boating needs. Select a propeller that will allow the engine to reach...
  • Page 18: Counter Rotation Models

    76. 122˚F EMU25771 50˚C Start-in-gear protection 10W–30 Yamaha outboard motors or Yamaha-ap- proved remote control units are equipped 10W–40 with start-in-gear protection device(s). This 5W–30 feature permits the engine to be started only when it is in neutral. Always select neutral be- ZMU06854 fore starting the engine.
  • Page 19: Fuel Requirements

    EMU36881 ing occurs, use a different brand of gasoline Muddy or acidic water or premium unleaded fuel. Yamaha strongly recommends that you have your dealer install the optional chromium- Recommended fuel: Regular unleaded gasoline plated water pump kit if you use the outboard Min.
  • Page 20: Emergency Equipment

     Spare parts, such as an extra set of spark EMU25275 Star labels plugs. Your outboard motor is labeled with a Califor- Consult your Yamaha dealer for details. nia Air Resources Board (CARB) star label. EMU39001 Emission control information See below for a description of your particular The following labels are affixed to outboard label.
  • Page 21 Specifications and requirements ZMU01702 ZMU01704 EMU40341 EMU33862 Two Stars—Very Low Emission Four Stars—Super Ultra Low Emission The two-star label identifies engines that The four-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal meet the Air Resources Board’s Sterndrive Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2004 and Inboard marine engine 2009 exhaust exhaust emission standards.
  • Page 22: Components

    Components EMU46721 Components diagram TIP: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models (order from dealer). ZMU08232 1. Top cowling 2. Cowling lock lever 3. Clamp bracket 4. Power trim and tilt unit 5.
  • Page 23 Components ZMU08233 1. Cowling lock lever 2. Oil dipstick 3. Cooling water pilot hole 4. Cooling water inlet 5. Gear oil drain screw 6. Oil level plug 7. Power trim and tilt switch 8. Fuel filter 9. Oil filler cap...
  • Page 24: Optional Items

    Components EMU46731 Optional items The following items are available from your Yamaha dealer. For details, consult your Yamaha dealer. YAMAHA SPEED Km/h knot mile TRIP TIME BATT MODE MODE mode ZMU08523 EMU46750 1. Remote control box (side mount type) Yamaha Security System (Y-COP) 2.
  • Page 25: Remote Control Box

    Components The Yamaha Security System, which pro- 5. Main switch tects against theft, consists of the receiver 6. Engine shut-off switch and remote control transmitters. The Yamaha 7. Throttle friction adjuster Security System is available from your Yamaha dealer. For details, consult your Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 26: Neutral Interlock Trigger

    Components 7. Fully open ZMU01728 1. Fully open ZMU04573 2. Fully closed 1. Neutral “ ” 2. Forward “ ” TIP: 3. Reverse “ ” The neutral throttle lever will operate only 4. Shift when the remote control lever is in neutral. 5.
  • Page 27: Throttle Friction Adjuster

    Components  After the button is pushed, the throttle be- gins to open after the remote control lever is moved at least 35°.  After using the free accelerator, return the remote control lever to the neutral position. The free accelerator button will return auto- matically to its set position.
  • Page 28: Main Switch

    Components With the main switch in the “ ” (start) po- sition, the starter motor turns to start the en- gine. When the key is released, it returns automatically to the “ ” (on) position. START ZMU01716 1. Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) 2.
  • Page 29: Power Trim And Tilt Switch On Bottom Cowling

    Components ZMU01781 ZMU07741 1. Power trim and tilt switch 1. Power trim and tilt switch EMU26156 Power trim and tilt switch on bottom EMU26164 Power trim and tilt switches (twin bin- cowling nacle type) The power trim and tilt switch is located on The power trim and tilt system adjusts the the side of the bottom cowling.
  • Page 30: Trim Tab With Anode

    Components EMU26246 Trim tab with anode EWM00841 WARNING An improperly adjusted trim tab could cause difficult steering. Always test run af- ter 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 31: Cowling Lock Lever

    Components EMU40762 Cowling lock lever The cowling lock levers are used to secure the top cowling. ZMU07841 1. Flushing device TIP: For details on usage, see page 64. ZMU07745 1. Cowling lock lever EMU41312 Fuel filter The fuel filter functions to remove foreign ma- terial and separate water from the fuel.
  • Page 32: Instruments And Indicators

    Instruments and indicators EMU41391 Digital tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed and has the following functions. All segments of the display will light momen- tarily after the main switch is turned on and will return to normal thereafter. ZMU01740 EMU26652 Hour meter This meter shows the number of hours the...
  • Page 33: Overheat-Alert Indicator

    For fur- ZMU01737 ther information, see page 46. 1. Overheat-alert indicator EMU26603 Digital speedometer This gauge shows the boat speed and other information. YAMAHA SPEED km/h knot ZMU01736 mile 1. Low oil pressure-alert indicator TRIP...
  • Page 34: Fuel Gauge

    ” (mode) button until the the gauge will give false readings. Consult desired hour is displayed. your Yamaha dealer on how to correctly set Press the “ ” (set) button again, the mi- the selector switch. NOTICE: Running out of nute display will begin blinking.
  • Page 35: Fuel Level-Alert Indicator

    Instruments and indicators Get back to the port soon if an alert device has activated. For charging the battery, con- sult your Yamaha dealer. YAMAHA SPEED km/h knot YAMAHA mile SPEED TRIP TIME BATT km/h knot mode mile ZMU07004 TRIP...
  • Page 36: Fuel Consumption Meter / Fuel Economy Meter / Twin Engine Speed Synchronizer

    Instruments and indicators  The fuel flow meter displays gallons/hour gine only), “ ” (for fuel flow to the port engine or liters/hour according to operator prefer- only), or “ ” (for total fuel flow both en- ence. Select the desired units of measure- gines).
  • Page 37 (winter or summer fuel and amount of additives).  The Yamaha digital speedometer and fuel ZMU01754 management meter calculates speed, 1. Port engine speed is higher miles traveled, and fuel economy by water 2.
  • Page 38: Water Separator-Alert Indicator

    1. Multifunction display 2. Directional keypad 3. Set button 4. Cancel button 5. Menu button ZMU08325 1. Yamaha Security System indicator (optional) 2. Engine trouble-alert indicator 3. Low battery voltage-alert indicator 4. Water separator-alert indicator 5. Low oil pressure-alert indicator...
  • Page 39 Instruments and indicators 6. Overheat-alert indicator Yamaha Security System indicator (op- tional) This indicator appears, when the Yamaha Se- curity System is in lock mode. ZMU08332 1. Engine trouble-alert indicator ECM00921 NOTICE In such an event, the engine will not oper- ate properly.
  • Page 40 Stop the engine immediately and see page voltage-alert device has activated. For charg- 86 of this manual to drain the water from the ing the battery, consult your Yamaha dealer. fuel filter. Get back to the port soon and con- Water separator alert sult a Yamaha dealer immediately.
  • Page 41: 6Y8 Multifunction Meters

    If the alert device has ging. activated while the appropriate engine oil lev- ECM01594 NOTICE el is maintained, consult your Yamaha dealer.  Do not continue to run the engine if the ECM01602 NOTICE overheat-alert indicator blinks. Serious Do not continue to run the engine if the engine damage will occur.
  • Page 42 3. Multifunction display alert indicators. Indicators 6Y8 Multifunction speed & fuel meter MODE ZMU08411 ZMU08409 1. Yamaha Security System indicator (optional) 1. Set button 2. Water separator-alert indicator 2. Mode button 3. Engine trouble-alert indicator 4. Battery voltage indicator 5. Overheat-alert indicator...
  • Page 43 Yamaha Security System indicator (op- Gasoline mixed with water could cause tional) damage to the engine. This indicator appears, when the Yamaha Se- curity System is in lock mode. Engine trouble-alert indicator Lock mode If the engine malfunctions while cruising, the engine trouble-alert indicator will start to blink.
  • Page 44 Instruments and indicators Get back to the port soon if the low battery voltage alert device has activated. For charg- ing the battery, consult your Yamaha dealer. Overheat-alert indicator If the engine temperature rises too high while cruising, the overheat-alert indicator will start to blink, and the engine speed will automati- cally decrease to about 2000–3500 r/min.
  • Page 45: Engine Control System

    Alert system ECM00093 NOTICE Do not continue to operate the engine if an alert device has activated. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. EMU41926 ZMU01758 Overheat alert This engine has an overheat-alert device. If the engine temperature rises too high, the alert device will activate.
  • Page 46: Low Oil Pressure Alert

     The pop-up window will appear on the is correct and the alert device does not Multi-Display. 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 47 Multi-Display. gine immediately and see page 86 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 en-...
  • Page 48: Installation

    (drag) will increase, tant from the centerline. Consult your thereby reducing engine efficiency and per- Yamaha dealer or boat manufacturer for fur- formance. ther information on determining the proper Most commonly, outboard motor should be mounting location.
  • Page 49 Installation optimum mounting height. Consult your Yamaha dealer or boat manufacturer for fur- ther information on determining the proper mounting height. ZMU01762 ECM01635 NOTICE  Make sure that the idle hole is high enough to prevent water from entering the engine even if the boat is stationary with the maximum load.
  • Page 50: Operation

    Operation EMU36382 EMU27086 First-time operation Procedure for 4-stroke models Your new engine requires a period of 10 EMU36393 Fill engine oil hours break-in to allow mating surfaces of The engine is shipped from the factory with- moving parts to wear in evenly. out engine oil.
  • Page 51: Fuel Level

    Operation ECM00121 NOTICE Do not start the engine out of water. Over- heating and serious engine damage can occur. EMU36422 Fuel level Be sure you have plenty of fuel for your trip. A good rule is to use 1/3 of your fuel to get to the destination, 1/3 to return, and to keep 1/3 ZMU07750 as an emergency reserve.
  • Page 52: Controls

    Consult the complete range of motion, and each le- your Yamaha dealer if the oil level is out ver should return completely to the idle po- of specified level or if it appears milky or sition.
  • Page 53: Engine

    Operation EMU40752 Installing top cowling Check the rubber seal for damage. If the rubber seal is damaged, have it replaced by a Yamaha dealer. ZMU07056 1. Oil dipstick 2. Lower mark 3. Upper mark EMU27154 Engine ZMU08260  Check the engine and engine mounting.
  • Page 54: Checking Power Trim And Tilt System

    Operation rectly, water can enter the top cowling and damage the engine, or the top cowling can blow off at high speeds. [ECM02371] ZMU07757 1. Top cowling 2. Protrusion 3. Holder 4. Bottom cowling ZMU07760 Push the cowling lock levers inward to EMU2915A Checking power trim and tilt system secure the top cowling.
  • Page 55: Battery

    Check the battery’s charge. If your boat is the cylinders. equipped with a Yamaha digital speedome- ter, the voltmeter and low battery alert func- tions will help you monitor the battery’s charge. A battery in good condition will pro- vide a minimum of 12 volts.
  • Page 56: Filling Fuel

    Operation If the battery needs charging, consult your Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediate- Yamaha dealer or the battery manufacturer’s ly with dry rags. Dispose of rags properly instructions. according to local laws or regulations. EMU30027 EMU27453 Filling fuel Operating engine...
  • Page 57: Starting Engine

    Operation Place the remote control lever in “ ” (neutral). 1. Arrow ZMU01771 EMU27495 Starting engine EWM01601 WARNING Before starting the engine, make sure that the boat is tightly moored and that you can steer clear of any obstructions. Be sure there are no swimmers in the water near you.
  • Page 58: Checks After Starting Engine

    Operation START START START ZMU05828 ZMU05830 Turn the main switch to “ ” (on). Immediately after the engine starts, re- lease the main switch to return it to “ ” (on). NOTICE: Never turn the main switch to “ ” (start) while the en- gine is running.
  • Page 59: Warming Up Engine

    EMU36532 Checks after engine warm up or the cooling water pilot hole is blocked. EMU36542 Consult your Yamaha dealer if the prob- Shifting lem cannot be located and corrected. While the boat is tightly moored, and without applying throttle, confirm that the engine shifts smoothly into forward and reverse, and back to neutral.
  • Page 60 Operation ZMU01727 ZMU05462 1. Neutral interlock trigger Move the remote control lever firmly and crisply forward (for forward gear) or rear- ward (for reverse gear) about 35° (a de- tent can be felt). 32˚ 32˚ After the engine is at idle speed in gear, move the remote control lever firmly and crisply to the neutral position.
  • Page 61: Stopping Boat

    Operation ZMU04588 ZMU01779 EMU31743 Stopping boat EWM01511 WARNING  Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the boat as it could cause you to lose control, be ejected, or im- pact the steering wheel or other parts of the boat.
  • Page 62: Adjusting Trim Angle (Power Trim And Tilt)

    Operation prove performance and fuel economy while reducing strain on the engine. Correct trim angle depends upon the combination of boat, engine, and propeller. Correct trim is also affected by variables such as the load in the boat, sea conditions, and running speed. ZMU01781 1.
  • Page 63: Tilting Up And Down

    Operation Bow Up TIP: Too much trim-out puts the bow of the boat Depending on the type of boat, the outboard too high in the water. Performance and econ- motor trim angle may have little effect on the omy are decreased because the hull of the trim of the boat when operating.
  • Page 64: Procedure For Tilting Up

    Operation ECM00242 NOTICE  Before tilting the outboard motor, stop the engine by following the procedure on page 55. Never tilt the outboard mo- tor while the engine is running. Severe damage from overheating can result.  Do not tilt up the engine by pushing the tiller handle (if equipped) because this ZMU07848 could break the handle.
  • Page 65: Procedure For Tilting Down

    Operation NOTICE: Do not use the sure. EMU42702 [EWM00263] Procedure for tilting down tilt support lever or knob when traile- Push the power trim and tilt switch “ ” ring the boat. The outboard motor (up) until the outboard motor is support- could shake loose from the tilt support ed by the tilt rod and the tilt support lever and fall.
  • Page 66: Shallow Water

    Operation ZMU07853 ZMU07772 1. Cooling water inlet 1. Power trim and tilt switch EMU32923 Procedure for power trim and tilt models Place the remote control lever in neutral. ZMU07771 1. Power trim and tilt switch ZMU01771 EMU28063 Shallow water EMU40702 Cruising in shallow water The outboard motor can be tilted up partially to allow operation in shallow water.
  • Page 67: Cruising In Other Conditions

    Cruising in muddy, turbid, or acidic water Yamaha strongly recommends that you use the optional chromium-plated water pump kit (see page 13) if you use the outboard motor in acidic water or water with a lot of sediment in it, such as muddy or turbid (cloudy) water.
  • Page 68: Maintenance

    It is advisable to have your outboard motor  Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. Tighten se- serviced by an authorized Yamaha dealer pri- curely the fuel valve when transporting or to storage. However, you, the owner, with and storing the outboard motor.
  • Page 69: Procedure

    TIP: ler to prevent the propeller from turning. A flushing attachment is available from your Yamaha dealer. Cooling system flushing is essential to pre- Run the engine at a fast idle for a few mi- vent the cooling system from clogging up nutes in neutral while supplying fresh wa- with salt, sand, or dirt.
  • Page 70: Lubrication

    TIP: drained before storing the outboard motor.  When using the flushing attachment, main- Have a Yamaha dealer drain the gasoline tain adequate water pressure so that there from the vapor separator. is a steady flow of water from the cooling...
  • Page 71: Cleaning The Outboard Motor

    Touch-up paint is Connect the garden hose connector to available from your Yamaha dealer. the fitting on the bottom cowling and tighten it securely. NOTICE: If the gar- den hose connector is not properly...
  • Page 72: Periodic Maintenance

    EMU28512 Replacement parts If replacement parts are necessary, use only genuine Yamaha parts or parts of equivalent design and quality. Any part of inferior quality may malfunction, and the resulting loss of control could endanger the operator and pas- sengers.
  • Page 73: Maintenance Chart 1

     When operating in salt water, muddy, other turbid (cloudy), acidic water, the engine should 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...
  • Page 74 Maintenance Initial Every 20 hours Item Actions Page 100 hours 300 hours 500 hours (1 year) (3 years) (5 years) months) Inspection or re- Fuel filter (can be placement as nec- disassembled) essary Fuel line (High Inspection — pressure) Inspection or re- Fuel line (High placement as nec- —...
  • Page 75: Maintenance Chart 2

    — switch essary Wire harness con- Inspection or re- nections/wire cou- placement as nec- — pler connections essary (Yamaha) Me- Inspection — ter/gauge EMU46040 *1 exhaust cover *2 cylinder head, exhaust cover, cylinder block EMU46080 Maintenance chart 2 Every Item...
  • Page 76: Greasing

    Maintenance EMU46110 Greasing Yamaha grease A (water resistant grease) Yamaha grease D (corrosion resistant grease; for propeller shaft and trim rods) ZMU01796...
  • Page 77: Inspecting Spark Plug

    Do not attempt to diagnose any problems yourself. Instead, take the out- ZMU08245 board motor to a Yamaha dealer. You should 1. Spark plug cap periodically remove and check the spark plug Remove the spark plug. WARNING!
  • Page 78: Inspecting Idle Speed

    Install the spark plug, and then tighten it page 9. If you have difficulty verifying the to the specified torque. idle speed, or the idle speed requires ad- justment, consult a Yamaha dealer or Spark plug tightening torque: other qualified mechanic. 25 N·m (2.55 kgf·m, 18.4 lb·ft)
  • Page 79 If you are not familiar with the proce- dure for changing the engine oil, consult your Yamaha dealer. Put the outboard motor in an upright po- sition (not tilted). NOTICE: If the out- ZMU04753 1.
  • Page 80 Apply a light coat of oil to the gasket and be sure the level falls between the upper install the drain screw. and lower marks. Consult your Yamaha Drain screw tightening torque: dealer if the oil level is out of specified 27 N·m (2.75 kgf·m, 19.9 lb·ft)
  • Page 81: Inspecting Wiring And Connectors

    15. 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.
  • Page 82: Removing Propeller

    Maintenance ZMU07854 ZMU07900 Checkpoints 1. Cotter pin  Check each of the propeller blades for ero- 2. Propeller nut sion from cavitation or ventilation, or other 3. Washer damage. 4. Spacer  Check the propeller shaft for damage. 5. Propeller ...
  • Page 83: Changing Gear Oil

    Maintenance thrust washer before installing the propeller. Otherwise, the lower case and propeller boss could be damaged. [ECM01882] Install the spacer, washer, and propeller nut. Tighten the propeller nut to the specified torque. ZMU06956 1. Cotter pin TIP: If the propeller nut slot does not align with the propeller shaft hole after tightening the pro- peller nut to the specified torque, tighten the nut further to align the slot with the hole.
  • Page 84 Maintenance magnetic gear oil drain screw, this TIP: can indicate lower unit problem. Con- For disposal of used oil, consult your Yamaha sult your Yamaha dealer. [ECM01901] dealer. Put the outboard motor in a vertical posi- tion. Using a flexible or pressurized filling device, inject the gear oil into the gear oil drain screw hole.
  • Page 85: Inspecting And Replacing Anode(S)

    Tightening torque: 7 N·m (0.71 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft) EMU29318 Inspecting and replacing anode(s) ZMU08268 Yamaha outboard motors are protected from 1. Anode corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the external anodes periodically. Remove scales TIP: from the surfaces of the anodes. Consult a...
  • Page 86: Connecting The Battery

    If connecting an accessory battery, consult an insulating cover. WARNING! Bad your Yamaha dealer about correct wiring. It is connections can produce shorting or recommendable to install the fuse to the iso- arcing and cause an explosion.
  • Page 87: Disconnecting The Battery

    Maintenance Single engine Twin engines ZMU05939 ZMU05941 1. Isolator lead with circuit protection 1. Starboard side engine 2. Red cable 2. Port side engine 3. Black cable 3. Red cable 4. Fuse 4. Black cable 5. Battery for accessories 5. Isolator leads with circuit protection 6.
  • Page 88 Maintenance Clean, maintain, and store the battery according to the manufacturer’s instruc- tions.
  • Page 89: Trouble Recovery

    If the engine trouble-alert indicator is blinking, consult your Yamaha dealer. Q. Is fuel pump malfunctioning? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Starter will not operate. Q. Is remote control lever in gear? Q. Are spark plugs fouled or of incorrect ty- A.
  • Page 90 Q. Is throttle cable adjustment incorrect? Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. Q. Is battery cable disconnected? Q. Is fuel filter clogged? A.
  • Page 91 Trouble Recovery A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. A. Clean or replace fuel filter. Q. Is there excess water in fuel filter? Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale? A. Drain fuel filter. A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.
  • Page 92: Temporary Action In Emergency

    Trouble Recovery A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Stop the engine immediately. Check the control system and all compo- Engine vibrates excessively. nents for damage. Also, check the boat Q. Is propeller damaged? for damage. A. Have propeller repaired or replaced.
  • Page 93: Replacing Fuse

    When replacing the engine main fuse or 1. Fuse puller isolator fuse, remove the screws, and then remove the fuse. Install the spare Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuse engine main fuse, and then tighten the immediately blows again. screws.
  • Page 94: Water Separator Alert Is Activated After Leaving Port

    Trouble Recovery EMU43572 Water separator alert is activated af- ter leaving port EWM01501 WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable, and its va- pors are flammable and explosive.  Do not perform this procedure on a hot or running engine. Allow the engine to cool.
  • Page 95: Treatment Of Submerged Motor

    If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- filter housing. [ECM01971] ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise Connect the water detection switch cou- some corrosion may begin almost immedi- pler securely until a click is heard.
  • Page 96: Index

    INDEX 6Y8 Multifunction meters...... 35 Draining the gasoline from the vapor 6YC Multifunction meter....... 32 separator ..........64 Alcohol and drugs........2 EC Declaration of Conformity (DoC) ..4 Alert system.......... 39 Electric shock ......... 1 Anode(s), inspecting and replacing ..79 Emergency equipment......
  • Page 97 INDEX Gasoline exposure and spills....2 Outboard motor safety ......1 Gear oil, changing......... 77 Outboard motor serial number ....4 Greasing ..........70 Overheat alert ........39 Overheat-alert indicator......27 Overloading ..........2 Hot parts..........1 Hour meter..........26 Passenger training ........
  • Page 98 Warming up engine ......53 Warning labels ........6 Water separator alert ......40 Water separator alert is activated after leaving port ........ 88 Water separator-alert indicator..... 32 Weather ..........3 Wiring and connectors, inspecting..75 Yamaha Security System (Y-COP) ..18...
  • Page 99 Although the sensors and recorded data will vary by model, the main data points are:  Engine status and engine performance data This data will be uploaded only when a special Yamaha diagnostic tool is attached to the en- gine, such as when maintenance checks or service procedures are performed. Engine data uploaded will be handled appropriately according to the following Privacy Policy.
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