YAMAHA FZR SVHO 2009 Service Manual

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EJU37250Information display
The information display shows watercraft op-
erating conditions.
EJU37261Hour meter/voltmeter
The hour meter/voltmeter can be used as an
hour meter or a voltmeter.
TIP:
The hour meter is selected at the Yamaha
factory.
Hour meter
The hour meter shows the hours of engine op-
eration that have elapsed since the watercraft
was new.To switch to the hour meter from the voltme-
ter:
Push the “Hour Volt” button for at least 1 sec-
ond. The display switches from the voltmeter
to the hour meter.
Voltmeter
The voltmeter shows the battery voltage.
When the battery voltage is normal, the volt-
meter displays approximately 12 volts.
If the battery voltage has dropped significant-
ly, “LO” is displayed on the voltmeter. If the
battery voltage has risen significantly, “HI” is
displayed. If “HI” or “LO” is displayed, immedi-
ately return to shore and have a Yamaha
dealer service the watercraft.
1Fuel level meter
2Fuel indicator
3Engine overheat warning indicator
4Check engine warning indicator
5Oil pressure warning indicator
6Hour meter/voltmeter
1Hour meter/voltmeter
12345
6
1
1“Hour Volt” button
2Hour meter
1
2
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To switch to the voltmeter from the hour
meter:
Push the “Hour Volt” button for at least 1 sec-
ond. The display switches from the hour
meter to the voltmeter.
EJU37270Fuel level meter
The fuel level meter is provided for convenient
fuel level checking while riding.
The fuel level meter has four segments which
show the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
tank. The display segments of the fuel level
meter disappear one at a time as the fuel level
decreases.
TIP:
The fuel level is most accurate when the wa-
tercraft is sitting level on a trailer or in the wa-
ter.
EJU37280Fuel level warning
If the fuel remaining in the fuel tank drops to
about 18 L (4.8 US gal, 4.0 Imp. gal), the low-
est fuel level segment, the fuel indicator, and
the “WARNING” indicator light blink, and the
buzzer sounds intermittently.
If this occurs, refill the fuel tank as soon as
possible.
The warning signals will be cleared when the
engine is restarted after the fuel tank is re-
filled.
TIP:
Push the “Hour Volt” button to stop the buzz-
er.
EJU37290Oil pressure warning
If the oil pressure drops significantly, the
“WARNING” indicator light and the oil pres-
sure warning indicator blink, and the buzzer
sounds intermittently. At the same time, the
1“Hour Volt” button
2Vo l t m e t e r
1Fuel level meter
1
2
1
1“Hour Volt” button
1
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maximum engine speed is limited to help pre-
vent damage.
If this occurs, immediately reduce the engine
speed, return to shore, and then check the en-
gine oil level. (See page 45 for engine oil level
checking procedures.) If the oil level is suffi-
cient, have a Yamaha dealer check the water-
craft.
TIP:
Push the “Hour Volt” button to stop the buzz-
er.
EJU37300Engine overheat warning
If the engine temperature rises significantly,
the “WARNING” indicator light and the engine
overheat warning indicator blink, and the
buzzer sounds intermittently. Then, the
“WARNING” indicator light and the engine
overheat warning indicator stop blinking and
remain on, and the buzzer sounds continu-ously. After the light and indicator start to blink
and the buzzer sounds, the maximum engine
speed is limited to help prevent damage.
If this occurs, immediately reduce the engine
speed, return to shore, and then check for wa-
ter discharge at the port (left) cooling water pi-
lot outlets while the engine is running. If there
is no discharge of water, shut the engine off,
and then check the jet intake for clogging.
(See page 83 for jet intake cleaning proce-
dures.) NOTICE: If you cannot locate and
correct the cause of the overheating, con-
sult a Yamaha dealer. Continuing to oper-
ate at higher speeds could result in severe
engine damage.
[ECJ00041]
1“Hour Volt” button
1
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TIP:
Push the “Hour Volt” button to stop the buzz-
er.
EJU37310Check engine warning
If a sensor malfunction or a short circuit is de-
tected, the “WARNING” indicator light and the
check engine warning indicator blink, and the
buzzer sounds intermittently.
If this occurs, immediately reduce the engine
speed, return to shore, and have a Yamaha
dealer check the engine.
TIP:
Push the “Hour Volt” button to stop the buzz-
er.
EJU37320Storage compartments
A front storage compartment, glove compart-
ment, and watertight compartment are provid-
ed.
Only the securely closed watertight compart-
ment is waterproof. If you carry objects that
must be kept dry, such as the manuals, put
them in a waterproof bag.
Make sure that the storage compartments are
closed securely before operating the water-
craft.
EJU37330Front storage compartment
The front storage compartment is located at
the bow.
1“Hour Volt” button
1
1“Hour Volt” button
1
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To open the front storage compartment:
Push the hood latch, and then lift up the hood.To close the front storage compartment:Push down on the rear of the hood until it
latches securely.
EJU37350Glove compartment
The glove compartment is located in front of
the seat.
1Hood latch
1Front storage compartment
Front storage compartment:
Capacity:
68.4 L (18.1 US gal, 15.0 Imp.gal)
Load limit:
5.0 kg (11 lb)
1
1
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To open the glove compartment:
Slide the glove compartment latch toward
you, and then lift up the lid.
To close the glove compartment:
Push the lid down until it latches securely.
Beverage holder
A removable beverage holder, which includes
a transmitter holder, is provided in the glove
compartment.
Do not place beverages in the beverage hold-
er when operating the watercraft.Keep the remote control transmitter in the
transmitter holder when operating the water-
craft.
EJU37230Watertight compartment
The watertight compartment is located under
the rear seat.
To open the watertight compartment:
(1) Remove the rear seat. (See page 23 for
rear seat removal and installation proce-
dures.)
1Glove compartment latch
1Glove compartment
Glove compartment:
Capacity:
3.5 L (0.9 US gal, 0.8 Imp.gal)
Load limit:
1.0 kg (2 lb)
1
1
1Beverage holder
2Transmitter holder
1
2
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(2) Turn the cap counterclockwise.
To close the watertight compartment:
(1) Turn the cap clockwise until it stops.
(2) Install the rear seat.
1Cap
1Watertight compartment
Watertight compartment:
Capacity:
8.7 L (2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp. gal)
Load limit:
3.0 kg (7 lb)
1
1
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EJU31821
Fuel and oil EJU37222Fuel
WARNING
EWJ00282

Gasoline and gasoline vapors are ex-
tremely flammable. To avoid fires and
explosions and to reduce the risk of in-
jury when refueling, follow these in-
structions.

Gasoline is poisonous and can cause in-
jury or death. Handle gasoline with care.
Never siphon gasoline by mouth. If you
should swallow some gasoline, inhale a
lot of gasoline vapor, or get some gaso-
line in your eyes, see your doctor imme-
diately. If gasoline spills on your skin,
wash with soap and water. If gasoline
spills on your clothing, change your
clothes.
NOTICE
ECJ00321

Do not use leaded gasoline. Leaded gas-
oline can seriously damage the engine.

Avoid getting water and contaminants in
the fuel tank. Contaminated fuel can
cause poor performance and engine
damage. Use only fresh gasoline that
has been stored in clean containers.
Gasohol
There are two types of gasohol: gasohol con-
taining ethanol and that containing methanol.
Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if
ethanol content does not exceed 10% and thefuel meets the minimum octane ratings. E-85
is a fuel blend containing 85% ethanol and
therefore must not be used in this watercraft.
All ethanol blends containing more than 10%
ethanol can cause fuel system damage or en-
gine performance problems.
Yamaha does not recommend gasohol con-
taining methanol because it can cause fuel
system damage and engine performance
problems.
To fill the fuel tank:
(1) Before refueling, turn off the engine. Do
not stand or sit on the watercraft. Never
refuel while smoking, or while in the vicin-
ity of sparks, open flames, or other sourc-
es of ignition.
(2) Place the watercraft in a well-ventilated
area and in a horizontal position.
(3) Remove the seats, and then check the
fuel level. (See page 23 for seat removal
and installation procedures.)
(4) Open the hood. (See page 24 for hood
opening and closing procedures.)
(5) Remove the fuel tank filler cap, and then
slowly add fuel to the fuel tank. Stop filling
when the fuel level reaches approximate-
ly 50 mm (2 in) from the top of the fuel
tank. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Be-
cause fuel expands when it heats up,
heat from the engine or the sun can
cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank. Do
not leave the watercraft with a full tank in
direct sunlight. Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a mini-
mum octane rating of
86
(Pump octane number) = (R + M)/2
90 (Research octane number)
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(6) Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
(7) Install the fuel tank filler cap, and then
close the hood. Make sure that the fuel
tank filler cap and the hood are securely
closed before operating the watercraft.
(8) Install the seats. Make sure that the seats
are securely installed before operating
the watercraft.
EJU31891Engine oil
NOTICE
ECJ00281
Use only 4-stroke engine oil. Usage of 2-
stroke engine oil could result in severe en-
gine damage.
Make sure that the engine oil is at the speci-
fied level. Add oil as necessary. (See page 45
for engine oil level checking procedures.) Use
a combination of the recommended SAE and
API engine oil classifications shown in the
chart below. Fuel tank capacity:
70 L (18.5 US gal, 15.4 Imp.gal)
1Approximately 50 mm (2 in) from top of the
fuel tank
1
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EJU31980
Pre-operation checks EJU31991Pre-operation check list
Before operating this watercraft, perform the checks in the following check list.
WARNING
EWJ00411
Failure to inspect or maintain the watercraft properly increases the possibility of an ac-
cident or damage to the watercraft. Do not operate the watercraft if you find any prob-
lem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have
the watercraft inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
BEFORE LAUNCH OR OPERATION
Engine compartmentRemove the seats to ventilate the engine compart-
ment. Check for fuel vapors and loose electrical con-
nections.45
BilgeCheck for water and fuel and drain if necessary. 47
Stern drain plugsCheck for proper installation. 47
Throttle leverCheck that the throttle lever springs back smoothly. 48
Steering systemCheck for proper operation.
Check that the handlebars are locked in place.49
Shift lever and reverse gateCheck for proper operation. 49
QSTSCheck for proper operation. 50
Fuel and oilCheck the fuel and oil levels and replenish if neces-
sary.
Check the hoses and tanks for leakage.45, 45
Water separatorCheck for water and drain if necessary. 46
BatteryCheck the electrolyte level and battery condition. 47
HoodCheck that the hood is securely closed. 24
Front and rear seatsCheck that the seats are securely installed. 23
Hull and deckCheck the hull and deck for cracks and other dam-
age.45
Jet intakeCheck for debris and remove if necessary. 51
Fire extinguisherCheck the condition and replace if necessary. 48
Engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard)Check the condition and replace if frayed or broken. 51
SwitchesCheck the start switch, engine stop switch, and en-
gine shut-off switch for proper operation.51
AFTER LAUNCH
Cooling water pilot outletCheck that water is discharged while the engine is
running and the watercraft is in the water.52
Dual analog meter unitCheck for warning indications and proper operation. 52
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