Replacing The Engine Oil Filter - Yamaha VF115 Owner's Manual

problem could cause severe engine
damage. Consult your Yamaha dealer
if the problem cannot be located and
corrected.
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(14) Install the top cowling.
(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.
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Replacing the engine oil filter

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 Avoid draining the engine oil immediate-
ly after stopping the engine. The oil is
hot and should be handled with care to
avoid burns.
 Be sure the outboard motor is securely
fastened to the transom or a stable
stand.
Yamaha recommends you to have a Yamaha
dealer replace the engine oil filter.
If you perform replacement yourself, follow
the procedure below. If you have any ques-
tions, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
(1) Drain the engine oil. For further informa-
tion, see page 74.
(2) Place a cloth under the engine oil filter.
(3) Turn the engine oil filter counterclock-
wise and remove it.
TIP:
 Wipe up any spilled engine oil.
 Dispose of the removed engine oil filter in
accordance with local regulations.
(4) Apply engine oil to the O-ring of the en-
gine oil filter.
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1. O-ring
(5) Turn the engine oil filter clockwise and
tighten it to the specified torque.
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