Owner`s manual

Maintenance
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tighten 1/4 to 1/2 turn more. Tighten the drain
screw to the correct torque with a torque
wrench as soon as possible.
4. Add the correct amount of oil through the
filler hole. Install the filler cap.
5. Start the engine and watch to make sure
the low oil pressure warning indicator (if
equipped) turns off. Make sure that there
are no oil leaks.
CAUTION:
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If the low oil pressure warning indicator
does not turn off or if there are oil leaks,
stop the engine and find the cause. Con-
tinued operation with a problem could
cause severe engine damage. Consult
your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot
be located and corrected.
6. Turn off the engine and wait 3 minutes.
Recheck the oil level using the dipstick to
be sure the level falls between the upper
and lower marks. Fill with oil if it is below
the lower mark, or drain to the specified
level if it is above the upper mark.
7. 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.
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Checking wiring and connectors
● Check that each grounding wire is properly
secured.
● Check that each connector is engaged se-
curely.
Recommended engine oil:
4-stroke outboard motor oil
Engine oil quantity (excluding oil filter):
4.3 L (4.55 US qt) (3.78 Imp.qt)
1. Oil filler cap
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1. Lower level mark
2. Oil dipstick
3. Upper level mark
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