EMU31280 To the owner Thank you for choosing a Yamaha outboard motor. This Owner’s Manual contains infor- mation needed for proper operation, mainte- nance and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha.
Table of contents General information ... 1 Identification numbers record ... 1 Outboard motor serial number ... 1 Key number ... 1 Emission control information ... 1 North American models... 1 Star labels ... 2 Safety information ... 3 Important labels... 4 Warning labels...
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Table of contents Consumer information... 79 Important warranty information for U.S.A. and Canada ... 79 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. FOUR-STROKE OUTBOARD MOTOR THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ... 81 IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE THE USA OR CANADA ... 83...
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. 1. Outboard motor serial number location...
General information EMU25262 Manufactured date label This label is attached to the clamp bracket or the swivel bracket. 1. Manufactured date label location Manufactured: EMU25272 Star labels Your outboard motor is labeled with a Califor- nia Air Resources Board (CARB) star label. See below for a description of your particular label.
EMU25300 Three Stars—Ultra Low Emission The three-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s 2008 ex- haust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 65% lower emissions than One Star-Low-Emission engines. EMU25362 Safety information Before mounting or operating the outboard motor, read this entire manual.
If necessary, verify the necessary replacement proce- dure with the dealer. Never illegally discard (dump) the product. Yamaha recommends consulting the deal- er on discarding the product. Be informed about boating safety. Additional publications and information can be obtained...
EMU25413 Label (counter rotation models) EWM01281 WARNING Use only a counterclockwise rotation pro- peller with this engine. Counterclockwise propellers are marked with a letter “L” after the size indication. The wrong type of propeller could cause the boat to go in an unexpected direction, which could lead to an accident.
General information Crossing: (you are traveling across the other vessel’s path) Overtaking: (you are passing or being passed by another vessel) In the following illustration, your boat is in the center. You should give the right-of-way to any vessels shown in white area (you are the Give-Way vessel).
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vessels, the operator should sound a pro- longed blast on the whistle (4 to 6 seconds). If another vessel is around the bend, it too should sound the whistle. Even if no reply is heard, however, the vessel should still pro- ceed around the bend with caution.
General information EMU25540 Fueling instructions EWM00010 WARNING GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH- LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE! ZMU01708 Do not smoke when refueling, and keep away from sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition. Stop engine before refueling. Refuel in a well-ventilated area. Refuel portable fuel tanks off the boat.
Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 10% and the fuel meets minimum octane ratings. Yamaha does not recommended gasohol containing methanol because it can cause fuel system damage or engine performance problems.
Yamaha outboard motors are fitted with pro- pellers chosen to perform well over a range of applications, but there may be uses where a propeller with a different pitch would be more appropriate.
For instructions on propeller removal and in- stallation, see page 64. EMU25770 Start-in-gear protection Yamaha outboard motors or Yamaha-ap- proved remote control units are equipped with start-in-gear protection device(s). This feature permits the engine to be started only when it is in neutral.
Basic components EMU25799 NOTE: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models. 1. Top cowling 2. Anti-cavitation plate 3. Trim tab (anode) 4. Propeller* 5. Cooling water inlet 6. Clamp bracket 7.
1. Tachometer unit (Square type)* 2. Tachometer unit (Round type)* 3. Speedometer unit (Square type)* 4. Speed & fuel meter unit (Square type)* 5. Speed & fuel meter unit (Round type)* 6. Fuel management meter (Square type)* EMU26180 Remote control The remote control lever actuates both the shifter and the throttle.
Basic components 1. Remote control lever 2. Power trim and tilt switch 3. Free accelerator 4. Throttle friction adjuster EMU26190 Remote control lever Moving the lever forward from the neutral po- sition engages forward gear. Pulling the lever back from neutral engages reverse. The en- gine will continue to run at idle until the lever is moved about 35°...
NOTE: The neutral throttle lever will operate only when the remote control lever is in neutral. The remote control lever will operate only when the neutral throttle lever is in the closed position. 1. Fully open 2. Fully closed EMU26232 Free accelerator To open the throttle without shifting into either forward or reverse, push the free accelerator...
Basic components When constant speed is desired, tighten the adjuster to maintain the desired throttle set- ting. EMU25990 Engine stop lanyard switch The lock plate must be attached to the engine stop switch for the engine to run. The lanyard should be attached to a secure place on the operator’s clothing, or arm or leg.
With the main switch in the “ sition, the starter motor turns to start the en- gine. When the key is released, it returns automatically to the “ ” (on) position. START EMU26141 Power trim and tilt switch on remote control or tiller handle The power trim and tilt system adjusts the out- board motor angle in relation to the transom.
Basic components NOTE: For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch, see page 45. EMU26161 Power trim and tilt switches (twin bin- nacle type) The power trim and tilt system adjusts the out- board motor angle in relation to the transom. Pushing the switch “...
3. Cap EMU26340 Tilt support lever for power trim and tilt or hydro tilt model To keep the outboard motor in the tilted up po- sition, lock the tilt support lever to the clamp bracket. EMU26382 Top cowling lock lever (pull up type) To remove the engine top cowling, pull up the lock lever(s) and lift off the cowling.
The water separator warning indicator will blink. The buzzer will sound intermittently only when the gear shift is in neutral. If the warning system has activated, stop the engine and consult a Yamaha dealer immediately. EMU31410 Digital tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed and has the following functions.
ECM00020 CAUTION: Do not continue to run the engine if the low oil pressure warning indicator is on and the engine oil level is lower. Serious engine damage will occur. The low oil pressure warning indicator does not indicate the engine oil level. Use the oil dipstick to check the remain- ing oil quantity.
Basic components NOTE: The speedometer displays km/h, mph, or knots, according to operator preference. Se- lect the desired unit of measurement by set- ting the selector switch on the back of the gauge. See the illustration for settings. 1. Cap 2.
When all segments are showing, the fuel tank is full. ECM00860 CAUTION: The Yamaha fuel tank sensor differs from conventional sensors. Incorrectly setting the selector switch on the gauge will give false readings. Consult your Yamaha deal- er on how to correctly set the selector switch.
ECM00870 CAUTION: Get back to the port soon if a warning de- vice has activated. For charging the bat- tery, consult your Yamaha dealer. ZMU01745 1. Low battery indicator EMU26740 Fuel management meter...
EMU26750 Fuel flow meter The fuel flow meter displays the amount of fuel flow over a one hour period, at the current rate of engine operation. If twin engines are installed on your boat, the fuel flow meter displays the total fuel flow of both the port and starboard engines.
(winter or summer fuel and amount of addi- tives). The Yamaha digital speedometer and fuel management meter calculates speed, miles traveled, and fuel economy by water movement at the stern of the boat. This dis-...
If optional sensors are connected to the unit, cooling water pressure display will be available. For the optional sensor, consult your Yamaha dealer. The tachometer unit is available in round or square types. Check your tachometer unit type. ZMU01755 1.
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If the buzzer sounds and the water separator warning indicator blinks, consult your Yamaha dealer immediately. NOTE: To stop the buzzer, press the “ “...
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Do not continue to operate the engine if a warning device has activated. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem can- not be located and corrected. Water separator warning This indicator will blink when water has accu- mulated in the water separator (fuel filter) while cruising.
Engine trouble warning This indicator will blink when the engine mal- functions while cruising. Get back to the port soon and consult a Yamaha dealer immedi- ately. ECM00920 CAUTION: In such an event, the engine will not oper- ate properly.
If optional sensors are connected to the unit, trip display, water surface temperature display, depth display, and clock will be avail- able. For the optional sensor, consult your Yamaha dealer. ZMU05434 ZMU05435 ” (set) and “ ” (mode)
Basic components 1. Set button 2. Mode button 1. Speedometer 2. Fuel meter 3. Multifunction display NOTE: After the main switch is first turned on, all the displays come on as a test. After a few sec- onds, the gauge will change to normal opera- tion.
Warning system ECM00090 CAUTION: Do not continue to operate the engine if a warning device has activated. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. EMU26824 Overheat warning (twin engines) This engine has an overheat warning device.
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Check the oil level and add oil as needed. If the oil level is correct and the warning device does not switch off, consult your Yamaha dealer. ECM00100 CAUTION: Do not continue to run the engine if the low oil pressure warning indicator is on.
EMU26901 Installation ECM00110 CAUTION: Incorrect engine height or obstructions to smooth water flow (such as the design or condition of the boat, or accessories such as transom ladders or depth finder trans- ducers) can create airborne water spray while the boat is cruising. Severe engine damage may result if the motor is operat- ed continuously in the presence of air- borne water spray.
Test runs at different heights can help determine the optimum mounting height. Consult your Yamaha dealer or boat manufacturer for further information on determining the prop- er mounting height. For instructions on setting the trim angle of the outboard motor, see page 43.
Make sure there are no fuel leaks or gaso- line fumes. Check fuel line connections to be sure they are tight (if equipped Yamaha fuel tank or boat tank). Be sure the fuel tank is positioned on a se- cure, flat surface, and that the fuel line is not...
Performance drops and engine wear increases dramatical- While many additives available may reduce deposits, Yamaha recommends the use of Ring Free Fuel Additive, available from your Yamaha dealer. Ring Free Fuel Additive has repeatedly proven its ability to clean com-...
1. Arrow EMU27490 Starting engine EMU27624 Electric start and remote control models Place the remote control lever in “ ” (neutral). NOTE: The start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu- tral. Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a secure place on your clothing, or your arm or leg.
Otherwise serious engine dam- age could occur. Check the oil level and add oil if necessary. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the cause for the low oil pressure warning indicator cannot be found. START...
Stop the engine and check whether the cooling water inlet on the lower case or the cooling water pilot hole is blocked. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. If the cooling passage is frozen, it may take awhile for water to start flowing out of the pilot hole.
Operation To shift from in gear (forward/reverse) to neu- tral Close the throttle so that the engine slows to idle speed. After the engine is at idle speed in gear move the remote control lever firmly and crisply into the neutral position. EMU31741 Braking EWM01510...
After stopping the engine, disconnect the fuel line or close the fuel cock if there is a fuel joint or a fuel cock on the boat. Tighten the air vent screw on the fuel tank cap (if equipped). Remove the key if the boat will be left un- attended.
Operation complete stop with the engine off. Do not adjust the trim angle with this switch while the boat is moving. Adjust the outboard motor trim angle using the power trim and tilt switch. 1. Power trim and tilt switch 1.
Bow Down Too much trim-in causes the boat to “plow” through the water, decreasing fuel economy and making it hard to increase speed. Operat- ing with excessive trim-in at higher speeds also makes the boat unstable. Resistance at the bow is greatly increased, heightening the danger of “bow steering”...
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Operation Disconnect the fuel line from the out- board motor or close the fuel cock. Press the power trim and tilt switch / pow- er tilt switch “ ” (up) until the outboard motor has tilted up completely. ZMU04588 Push the tilt support knob into the clamp bracket or pull the tilt support lever toward you to support the engine.
ECM00250 CAUTION: Be sure to retract the trim rods completely during mooring. This protects the rods from marine growth and corrosion which could damage the power trim and tilt mechanism. EMU28055 Procedure for tilting down (power trim and tilt models / power tilt models) Push the power trim and tilt switch / pow- er tilt switch “...
Operation EWM00660 WARNING Place the gear shift in neutral before set- ting up for shallow water cruising. Return the outboard motor to its normal position as soon as the boat is back in deeper water. ECM01490 CAUTION: If the engine speed is suddenly in- creased when the outboard motor is par- tially tilted up, the power trim and tilt unit could be damaged.
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Operation Cruising in turbid water Yamaha strongly recommends that you use the optional chromium-plated water pump kit (not available for some models) if you use the outboard motor in turbid or muddy water con- ditions.
Maintenance EMU31480 Specifications NOTE: “(AL)” stated in the specification data below represents the numerical value for the alumi- num propeller installed. Likewise, “(SUS)” represents the value for stainless steel propeller installed and “(PL)” for plastic propeller installed. EMU28218 Dimension: Overall length: 892 mm (35.1 in) Overall width: 634 mm (25.0 in)
It is advisable to have your outboard motor ser- viced by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to storage. However, you, the owner, with a min- imum of tools, can perform the following pro- cedures.
Stabilizer” (Part No. LUB-FUELC-12- 00) to each gallon of fuel. NOTE: The use of “Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and Stabilizer” eliminates the need to drain the fuel system. Consult your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is to be drained instead.
Spray the outboard motor exterior with “Yamaha Silicone Protectant” (Part No. LUB-SILCNE-13-00). Maintenance Wax the cowling with a non-abrasive wax such as “Yamaha Silicone Wax” (Part No. ACC-11000-15-02). EMU28430 Battery care EWM00330 WARNING Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous; it contains sulfuric acid and therefore is poi- sonous and highly caustic.
Maintenance Batteries vary among manufacturers. There- fore the following procedures may not always apply. Consult your battery manufacturer’s in- structions. Procedure Disconnect and remove the battery from the boat. Always disconnect the black negative cable first to prevent the risk of shorting.
If you or the owner is not famil- iar with machine servicing, this work should be done by your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any marine engine repair establishment or individual.
When operating in salt water, turbid or muddy 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. Item Inspection / replace- Anode(s) (external) ment...
Maintenance EMU28931 Greasing Yamaha marine grease (Water resistant grease) EMU28952 Cleaning and adjusting spark plug EWM00560 WARNING When removing or installing a spark plug, be careful not to damage the insulator. A damaged insulator could allow external sparks, which could lead to explosion or...
Do not attempt to di- agnose any problems yourself. Instead, take the outboard motor to a Yamaha dealer. You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode.
Maintenance Checkpoints Fuel system parts leakage Fuel line joint leakage Fuel line cracks or other damage Fuel connector leakage EMU29087 Changing engine oil EWM00760 WARNING Avoid draining the engine oil immediate- ly after stopping the engine. The oil is hot and should be handled with care to avoid burns.
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Continued op- eration with a problem could cause severe engine damage. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. Turn off the engine and wait 3 minutes.
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Dispose of used oil according to local regulations. NOTE: 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. Draining the oil by removing the oil drain...
EMU29140 Engine oil leakage Check for oil leaks on the around the engine. NOTE: If any leaks are found, consult your Yamaha dealer. Maintenance EMU29153 Checking power trim and tilt system EWM00430...
Activate the trim-up switch until the tilt rod is fully extended. Unlock the tilt support lever. Tilt the outboard motor down. Check that the tilt rod and trim rods operate smooth- NOTE: Consult your Yamaha dealer if any operation is abnormal. EMU29171 Checking propeller EWM00321 WARNING...
Be sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely. Otherwise the propeller could come off during opera- tion and be lost. Apply Yamaha marine grease or a corro- sion resistant grease to the propeller shaft. Install the thrust washer and propeller on the propeller shaft.
If the oil is milky, water is getting into the gear case which can cause gear damage. Consult a Yamaha dealer for re- pair of the lower unit seals. NOTE: For disposal of used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer.
Do not paint anodes, as this would render them ineffective. NOTE: Inspect ground leads attached to external an- odes on equipped models. Consult a Yamaha dealer for inspection and replacement of inter- nal anodes attached to the power unit. EMU29320...
If the battery will be stored for longer than a month, check the specific gravity of the fluid at least once a month and recharge the battery when it is low. NOTE: Consult a Yamaha dealer when charging or re-charging batteries. EMU30051 Connecting the battery EWM00570...
5. Large black lead 6. Negative connecting cable 7. Power for accessories NOTE: If connecting an accessory battery, consult your Yamaha dealer about correct wiring. EMU29370 Disconnecting the battery Disconnect the BLACK cable from the NEGA- TIVE (-) terminal first. Then disconnect the RED cable from the POSITIVE (+) terminal.
Maintenance EMU29400 Coating the boat bottom A clean hull improves boat performance. The boat bottom should be kept as clean of marine growth as possible. If necessary, the boat bot- tom can be coated with an anti-fouling paint approved for your area to inhibit marine growth.
A. Check for cause of electric overload and repair. Replace fuse with one of correct am- perage. Q. Are starter components faulty? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Is shift lever in gear? A. Shift to neutral. Engine will not start (starter operates).
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Q. Is fuel filter clogged? A. Clean or replace filter. Q. Have ignition parts failed? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Has warning system activated? A. Find and correct cause of warning. Q. Is spark plug gap incorrect? A.
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A. Distribute load to place boat on an even plane. Q. Is water pump or thermostat faulty? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Is there excess water in fuel filter cup? A. Drain filter cup. Engine power loss.
A. Remove and clean propeller. Q. Is motor mounting bolt loose? A. Tighten bolt. Q. Is steering pivot loose or damaged? A. Tighten or have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. EMU29433 Temporary action in emergency EMU29440 Impact damage...
EMU29492 Replacing fuse If the fuse has blown on an electric start mod- el, open the fuse box and use a fuse puller to replace the fuse with a spare one of the prop- er amperage. EWM00630 WARNING Be sure to use the specified fuse. An in- correct fuse or a piece of wire could allow excessive current flow.
Trouble Recovery NOTE: Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuse immediately blows again. EMU29522 Power trim and tilt / power tilt will not operate If the engine cannot be tilted up or down with the power trim and tilt / the power tilt because...
EMU29760 Treatment of submerged motor If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immediate- If you cannot immediately take the outboard motor to a Yamaha dealer, follow the proce- dure below in order to minimize engine dam- age.
Spray “Fogging Oil” or supply engine oil through the intake manifold and spark plug holes while rotating the flywheel manually. Take the outboard motor to a Yamaha dealer as soon as possible. ECM00400 CAUTION: Do not attempt to run the outboard motor...
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