maintenance YAMAHA FX HO CRUISER 2009 User Guide

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If the steering is stiff or misadjusted, have a
Yamaha dealer service it.
EJU36590Checking the shift cable
Place the shift lever in the reverse position.
Make sure that the reverse gate makes con-
tact with the stopper.If the reverse gate does not make contact with
the stopper, have a Yamaha dealer service it.
EJU37030Checking and adjusting the throttle
cable
Face the handlebars straight ahead, and then
check that the throttle cable moves back to
the set position smoothly and that the throttle
lever free play is within specification.
Squeeze and release the throttle lever. If the
throttle lever does not return smoothly, have a
Yamaha dealer service it.
If the specified throttle lever free play cannot
be obtained as described below, have a
Yamaha dealer make the adjustment.
FX High Output
(1) Remove the eight screws, and then re-
move the front handlebar cover.
(2) Slide the rubber cover away from the ad-
juster, and then loosen the locknut. Difference of A and B:
Maximum 5 mm (0.20 in)
1Stopper
1Front handlebar cover
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(3) Make sure that the handlebars are facing
straight ahead, and then adjust the free
play by turning the adjuster.
(4) Hold the adjuster with one wrench while
tightening the locknut with another
wrench. Slide the rubber cover to its orig-
inal position.
(5) Install the front handlebar cover, and then
install the eight screws.
FX Cruiser High Output
(1) Remove the ten screws, and then re-
move the front and rear handlebar cov-
ers.(2) Slide the rubber cover away from the ad-
juster, and then loosen the locknut.
(3) Make sure that the handlebars are facing
straight ahead, and then adjust the free
play by turning the adjuster.
(4) Hold the adjuster with one wrench while
tightening the locknut with another
wrench. Slide the rubber cover to its orig-
inal position.
1Rubber cover
2Locknut
3Adjuster
4Throttle lever free play
Throttle lever free play:
2.0–5.0 mm (0.08–0.20 in)
1Front handlebar cover
2Rear handlebar cover
1Rubber cover
2Locknut
3Adjuster
4Throttle lever free play
Throttle lever free play:
2.0–5.0 mm (0.08–0.20 in)
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(5) Install the front and rear handlebar cov-
ers as shown in the illustration, and then
install the ten screws.
EJU37610Cleaning and adjusting the spark
plugs
WARNING
EWJ00350
Be careful not to damage the insulator
when removing or installing a spark plug.
A damaged insulator could allow sparks to
escape, which could result in a fire or ex-
plosion.
The spark plug is an important engine compo-
nent and is easy to inspect. The condition of
the spark plug can indicate something about
the condition of the engine. For example, if
one spark plug has a distinctly different color,
the engine could require servicing. Do not at-
tempt to diagnose any problems yourself.
Have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft.Remove and inspect the spark plugs periodi-
cally; heat and deposits will cause the spark
plugs to slowly break down and erode. If elec-
trode erosion becomes excessive, or if carbon
and other deposits are excessive, replace the
spark plug with the specified plug.
To remove a spark plug:
(1) Remove the seats. (See page 25 for seat
removal and installation procedures.)
(2) Open the plastic tie that is securing the
breather hose.
TIP:
Be careful not to drop the plastic tie into the
engine compartment.
Specified spark plug:
LFR6A
1Breather hose
2Plastic tie
2 1
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(3) Remove the engine cover screws, and
then remove the engine cover.
(4) Remove the spark plug cap bolts, and
then remove the spark plug cap.
NOTICE: Do not use any tools to re-
move or install the spark plug cap,
otherwise the ignition coil coupler
could be damaged. The spark plug
cap may be difficult to remove be-
cause the rubber seal on the end of
the cap fits tightly. To remove the
spark plug cap, simply twist it back
and forth while pulling it up; to install
it, twist it back and forth while pushing
it down.
[ECJ00211]
(5) Remove the spark plug.
Measure the spark plug gap with a wire
thickness gauge. Replace the spark plug
or adjust the gap to specification if neces-
sary.
To install a spark plug:
(1) Clean the gasket surface.
(2) Wipe any dirt from the threads of the
spark plug.
(3) Install the spark plug, and then tighten it
to the specified torque.
TIP:
If a torque wrench is not available when you
are installing a spark plug, a good estimate of
the correct torque is 1/4 turn to 1/2 turn past
finger tight using the spark plug wrench in-
cluded in the tool kit. Have the spark plug ad-
justed to the correct torque with a torque
wrench as soon as possible.
(4) Wipe off any water on the spark plug or
inside the spark plug cap, and then install
the cap. Push the spark plug cap down
until it is securely installed, and then in-
1Engine cover
2Engine cover screw
1Spark plug cap bolt
2Spark plug cap
21
2
1
1Spark plug gap
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Spark plug tightening torque:
24.5 Nm (2.50 kgf-m, 18.1 ft-lb)
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stall the spark plug cap bolts and tighten
them to the specified torque.
(5) Lift up the breather hose so that it will not
be routed under the engine cover, and
then install the cover and engine cover
screws.
(6) Slide the corrugated tube on the breather
hose toward the bow until it stops, andthen secure the breather hose to the en-
gine cover by closing the plastic tie.
(7) Install the seats in their original positions.
EJU36970Lubrication points
To keep moving parts sliding or rotating
smoothly, coat them with water-resistant
grease.

Throttle cable (handlebar end)
Loosen the adjuster and disconnect the
outer cable from the bracket. Spray a rust
inhibitor into the outer cable. Connect the
outer cable, and then adjust the throttle ca- Spark plug cap bolt tightening torque:
7.6 Nm (0.77 kgf-m, 5.6 ft-lb)
1Engine cover
2Breather hose
1
2
1Corrugated tube
1Plastic tie
Recommended water-resistant grease:
Yamaha Marine Grease/Yamaha
Grease A
1
1
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ble free play. (See page 80 for adjustment
procedures.)

Steering cable (handlebar end)

Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end)

QSTS rod (jet thrust nozzle end)

Shift cable (shift lever end)

Shift cable (reverse gate end)

Intermediate housing
Fill the intermediate housing with water-re-
sistant grease through the grease nipple
using a grease gun.
1Adjuster
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EJU34452Checking the battery
Check the level of the battery electrolyte and
make sure that the negative (–) and positive
(+) battery leads are tightened securely.
WARNING
EWJ00791
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan-
gerous, causing severe burns, etc. Elec-
trolyte contains sulfuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.
Antidotes
External: Flush with water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten
egg, or vegetable oil. Call a physician im-
mediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc., well away.
If using or charging the battery in an en-
closed space, make sure that it is well ven-tilated. Always shield your eyes when
working near batteries.
Keep out of the reach of children.
To remove the battery:
Disconnect the negative (–) battery lead first,
then the positive (+) battery lead and breather
hose, and then remove the battery from the
watercraft.
To replenish the battery:
(1) Make sure that the electrolyte level is be-
tween the maximum and minimum level
marks.
(2) If the electrolyte level is low, add distilled
water to raise it to the specified level.
NOTICE: Use only distilled water for
replenishing the battery, otherwise
battery life could be shortened.
[ECJ00241]
To recharge the battery:
NOTICE
ECJ00250
Do not attempt to charge a battery hastily.
Battery life could be shortened.
It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer
charge the battery. If you charge the battery
yourself, be sure to read and follow the in-
structions provided with the battery tester and
charger you use. Grease quantity:
Initial 10 hours or 1 month:
33.0–35.0 cm³ (1.12–1.18 US oz,
1.16–1.23 Imp.oz)
Every 100 hours or 12 months:
6.0–8.0 cm³ (0.20–0.27 US oz,
0.21–0.28 Imp.oz)
1Grease nipple
1
1Maximum level mark
2Minimum level mark
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To install the battery:
(1) Place the battery in the battery compart-
ment. Connect the red lead to the positive
(+) battery terminal, and then connect the
black lead to the negative (–) battery ter-
minal. NOTICE: Reversal of the battery
leads will damage the electrical parts.
[ECJ00261]
(2) Connect the breather hose to the battery.
(3) Secure the battery in place. WARNING!
Fire or explosion could result if the
breather hose is damaged, obstruct-
ed, or not connected properly.
[EWJ00451]
EJU34491
Fuel injection system
If the fuel injection system is malfunctioning,
have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft.
EJU34500Checking the trolling speed
(1) Place the watercraft in the water.
(2) Start the engine and warm it up. Use the
tachometer in the multifunction informa-
tion center to check the trolling speed.
If the trolling speed is out of specification,
have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft.
1Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead
2Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
3Breather hose
Trolling speed:
1300 ±100 r/min
3
1
2
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Index
M
Main components, location of .................. 21
Maintenance and adjustments ................. 76
Model information....................................... 2
Multifunction information center ......... 39, 59
N
No-wake mode ......................................... 36
“NO-WAKE MODE” switch ....................... 29
O
Oil pressure warning indicator.................. 44
Operating in weeded areas ...................... 72
Operating your watercraft......................... 63
Operation ................................................. 60
Operation of controls and other
functions ............................................... 25
Operation requirements ........................... 12
Owner’s/operator’s manual and tool kit .... 76
P
Periodic maintenance chart...................... 77
Post-operation care .................................. 72
Pre-operation check list............................ 50
Pre-operation check points ...................... 52
Pre-operation checks ............................... 50
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ...... 1
Pull-up cleats
(for FX Cruiser High Output) ................. 34
Q
Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS) ............. 57
Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS)
selector ................................................. 31
R
Reboarding step ....................................... 33
Recommended equipment ....................... 14
Remote control transmitter ....................... 26
Reverse on waterways ............................. 71
Riding with passengers ............................ 64
“RPM” indicator light................................. 41
S
Safe boating rules .................................... 19
Seat storage compartment ....................... 47
Seats ........................................................ 25
Selecting the operation mode .................. 36
“SET” switch ............................................. 29
Shift cable, checking ................................ 80
Shift lever ................................................. 31Shift lever and reverse gate ..................... 56
Shifting ..................................................... 62
Spark plugs, cleaning and adjusting ........ 82
“SPEED” indicator light ............................ 41
Start switch............................................... 28
Starting the engine ................................... 60
Starting the watercraft .............................. 64
Steering system ................................. 30, 56
Stern drain plugs ...................................... 54
Stern eyes ................................................ 34
Stopping the engine ................................. 61
Stopping the watercraft ............................ 70
Storage..................................................... 74
Storage compartments ............................. 45
Submerged watercraft .............................. 95
Switches ................................................... 58
Switches, right handlebar ......................... 28
T
Throttle cable, checking and adjusting ..... 80
Throttle lever ...................................... 29, 55
Tilt lever .................................................... 30
Towing the watercraft ............................... 95
Transporting ............................................. 73
Trolling speed, checking .......................... 87
Troubleshooting ....................................... 89
Troubleshooting chart .............................. 89
Turning the watercraft .............................. 69
U
“UNLOCK” indicator light .......................... 41
Up and down switches ............................. 29
W
“WARNING” indicator light ....................... 41
Water separator ....................................... 53
Watercraft characteristics ......................... 15
Water-skiing ............................................. 17
Watertight compartment ........................... 47
Y
Yamaha Engine Management System
(YEMS) ................................................. 34
Yamaha Security System ......................... 34
Yamaha Security System settings ........... 35
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