oil filter YAMAHA GP1300R 2007 Owners Manual

Features and functions
29
The meter shows the hours of engine opera-
tion that have elapsed since the watercraft
was new.
Voltmeter
The voltmeter is provided to display the volt-
age of the battery.
The voltmeter displays 12 volts or more when
the battery voltage is within specification.
If the voltage displayed is low, return to shore
and, if necessary, have a Yamaha dealer
check the charging system and the battery.
EJU31560Fuel level warning indicator
If the fuel remaining in the fuel tank drops to
about 13 L (3.4 US gal, 2.9 Imp gal), the low-
est two fuel level segments, the fuel level
warning indicator, and the “WARNING” light
begin to blink. The buzzer also starts sound-
ing 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.
EJU31570Oil level warning indicator
If the oil remaining in the oil tank drops to
about 1.7 L (0.45 US gal, 0.37 Imp gal) or the
oil filter is clogged, the oil level warning indica-
tor and the “WARNING” light begin to blink.The buzzer also starts sounding intermittent-
ly.
If this occurs, refill the oil tank as soon as pos-
sible.
The warning signals will be cleared when the
engine is restarted after the oil tank is refilled.
NOTE:
If the oil level warning indicator and the
“WARNING” light blink when there is ade-
quate oil in the oil tank, have a Yamaha dealer
check the oil filter for dirt and clogs.
EJU31580Engine overheat warning indicator
This model is equipped with an engine over-
heat warning system.
If the engine starts to overheat, the “WARN-
ING” light and the engine overheat warning in-
dicator begin to blink, and the buzzer sounds
intermittently.
If this occurs, reduce the engine speed, return
to shore, and then check for water discharge
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Maintenance and care
66
EJU34210Checking the fuel system
WARNING
EWJ00380
Gasoline is highly flammable and explo-
sive. Failure to check for and repair any
fuel leakage could result in a fire or explo-
sion. A fire or explosion can cause severe
injury or death. Shut the engine off. Do not
smoke. Avoid spilling gasoline.
Fuel in the fuel lines is pressurized.
Fuel can spray out and cause injury or a
fire hazard if a fuel line is disconnected.
Do not run the engine with a fuel line dis-
connected.
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.EJU34230Fuel 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.
EJU34240Checking the oil injection system
Check the oil injection system for leakage,
cracks, and malfunctions. Have a Yamaha
dealer repair the oil injection system if neces-
sary.
Check:

Oil tank for damage, cracks, and leakage.

Oil in the oil tank for water and dirt.

Oil hoses and joints for damage, cracks,
and leakage.

Oil filter for dirt.

Oil pump for leakage.EJU34250Oil tank
Check the oil tank for leakage and for water in
the tank. If water is found in the oil injection
system, or if the oil tank needs to be cleaned,
have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft.
EJU34260Oil filter
Have a Yamaha dealer check the oil filter for
dirt and clogs.
EJU34320Checking 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.
1Fuel tank
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Trouble recovery
74
Engine runs irregu-
larly or stallsFuel Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible36
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer66
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer66
Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace 67
Incorrect heat range Replace 67
Gap incorrect Adjust 67
Spark plug
capLoose Connect properly 67
Cracked, torn, or
damagedReplace
—
Electrical wir-
ingLoose connection Tighten or connect
properly—
Fuel injec-
tion systemFaulty or clogged in-
jectorsHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Warning light or in-
dicator blinksFuel level Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible36
Engine oil
levelEmpty Refill immediately 36
Oil filter clogged Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Engine over-
heatedJet intake clogged Clean 76
Water temperature
sensor is failedHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer29
Low battery
voltageBattery voltage low Charge 69
Battery terminal con-
nected wrongConnect properly
69
Exhaust gas
temperatureGas temperature is
too highCool down engine
31
Check engine
warningFaulty sensors Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer31 TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Index
O
Oil filter ..................................................... 66
Oil injection system, checking .................. 66
Oil level warning indicator ........................ 29
Oil pump, bleeding ................................... 71
Oil tank ..................................................... 66
Oil tank filler cap....................................... 22
Operating your watercraft......................... 48
Operation ................................................. 45
Operation of controls and other
functions ............................................... 21
Operation requirements ........................... 11
Owner’s/operator’s manual and tool kit .... 63
P
Periodic maintenance chart...................... 65
Post-operation care .................................. 58
Pre-operation check list............................ 38
Pre-operation check points ...................... 39
Pre-operation checks ............................... 38
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ...... 1
Q
Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS) ............. 42
Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS)
selector ................................................. 25
R
Recommended equipment ....................... 13
Riding with a passenger ........................... 49
Rough water operation ............................. 57
S
Safe boating rules .................................... 15
Seat .......................................................... 21
Spark plugs, cleaning and adjusting ........ 67
Speedometer............................................ 28
Start switch............................................... 23
Starting the engine ................................... 46
Starting the watercraft .............................. 50
Steering system ................................. 24, 42
Stern drain plugs ...................................... 40
Stern rope holes ....................................... 27
Stopping the engine ................................. 48
Stopping the watercraft ............................ 56
Storage..................................................... 60
Storage compartments ............................. 32
Submerged watercraft .............................. 79
Switches ................................................... 44T
Tachometer .............................................. 28
Throttle cable, checking and adjusting ..... 67
Throttle lever ...................................... 23, 42
Towing the watercraft ............................... 78
Transporting ............................................. 59
Trolling speed, checking .......................... 71
Troubleshooting ....................................... 73
Troubleshooting chart .............................. 73
Turning the watercraft .............................. 55
W
Water separator ....................................... 39
Watercraft characteristics ......................... 14
Y
Yamaha Adjustable Sponsons (YAS) ...... 33
Yamaha Engine Management
System (YEMS) .................................... 27
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