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EJU34212
Checking the fuel system
WARNING
EWJ00381
Leaking fuel can result in fire or explosion.
● Check for fuel leakage regularly.
● If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys-
tem must be repaired by a qualified me-
chanic. Improper repairs can make the
watercraft unsafe to operate.
Check the fuel system for leaks, cracks, and
malfunctions. If any problem is found, consult
a Yamaha dealer.
Check:
● Fuel tank filler cap and seal for damage
● Fuel in fuel tank for water and dirt
● Fuel tank for damage, cracks, and leakage
● Fuel hoses and joints for damage, cracks,
and leakage
● Air bleeding passages for leakage
EJU34230
Fuel tank
Check the fuel tank for leakage and for water
in the tank. If water is found in the fuel system,
or if the fuel tank needs to be cleaned, have a
Yamaha dealer service the watercraft.
EJU36941
Engine oil and oil filter
WARNING
EWJ00340
Engine oil is extremely hot immediately af-
ter the engine is turned off. Coming in con-
tact with or getting any engine oil on your
clothes could result in burns.
NOTICE
ECJ00991
Do not run the engine with too much or not
enough oil in the engine, otherwise the en-
gine could be damaged.
It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer
change the engine oil. However, if you choose
to change the oil on your own, refer to the ser-
vice manual for this watercraft.
EJU34311
Air filter element
Have a Yamaha dealer check the air filter ele-
ment at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance chart.
EJU34321
Checking the jet thrust nozzle angle
Check the handlebars and jet thrust nozzle for
smooth operation.
Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the
right and left and check that the difference of
distances A and B between the jet thrust noz-
zle and the nozzle is within specification.
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Recommended engine oil:
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40, 20W-
50
Oil grade:
API SE,SF,SG,SH,SJ,SL
Oil quantity:
With oil filter replacement:
3.1 L (3.28 US qt, 2.73 Imp.qt)
Without oil filter replacement:
3.0 L (3.17 US qt, 2.64 Imp.qt)
Total amount:
4.3 L (4.55 US qt, 3.78 Imp.qt)
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