Reliability Maintenance

Starts Here
MATTERS
TM

When it comes to that by insisting on

boats and outboard Genuine Yamaha
engines, you get out maintenance and care
of them what you put products, and by
into them. That’s why following Yamaha-
proper maintenance recommended
and care is so very guidelines, your
important. It helps outboard will be
maintain the value of receiving the best of
your investment and care. In return, it will
provide years of reward you with year
trouble-free fun on after year of relaxation
the water. and enjoyment.
Proper maintenance Accept no substitutes.
doesn’t have to be Insist on only the best.
expensive or difficult to Insist on Yamaha, and
do. Information about only Yamaha.
what to do, how to do
REMEMBER to always
it, when to do it, and
observe all applicable boating
the proper materials to laws. Never drink and drive.
do it with, are as close Dress properly with a USCG-
approved personal floatation
as Yamaha’s website device and protective gear.
and your local This document contains
authorized Yamaha many of Yamaha’s valuable
trademarks. It may also contain
Marine dealer. Do it trademarks belonging to other
yourself, or enlist the companies. Any references to
highly trained services other companies or their
products are for identification
of your Yamaha dealer. purposes only, and are not
Either way, you’ll know intended to be an endorsement.
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 Why is using Genuine Yamaha Maintenance and Care
Products important? Using the proper maintenance products
is as important as proper maintenance itself. That’s why Yamaha offers
Why a full line of maintenance and care products. They’re all specifically

MAINTENANCE? designed and manufactured to help maintain the performance

and value of your Yamaha outboard for many years to come. It’s
all about your satisfaction.

Regular maintenance is critical for the continued proper

operation of any engine, and your Yamaha outboard lives
in one of the harshest environments imaginable. High load,
high-RPM operation, extreme temperatures, high moisture,
even periods of non-use all take a toll on your outboard.
Following simple maintenance procedures and intervals using recommended
products will add value and longevity to your Yamaha outboard.

• It’s easier to maintain than fix. Following simple

maintenance procedures on a regular basis helps
Contents
ensure proper operation and maintains the value
of your Yamaha outboard engine.
• Your boat’s ready when you are. Regular
maintenance helps make sure your boat’s ready Maintenance
Maintenance 02
at a moment’s notice.
• Nobody wants a boating hassle. Spending a
Let’s Get
Let’s Get Started
Started 04 • Factory-recommended products versus generic. Yamaha uses proprietary specifications
relatively small amount of time making sure your to formulate the best-possible products to maintain and care for Yamaha outboards.
outboard’s in proper condition means hours of
Engine Oil
Engine Oil 06
• Engineered to work better. Yamaha formulates its products to meet the specific needs of
trouble-free enjoyment.
Fuel &
Fuel & Fuel
Fuel System
System 08 your outboard. Aftermarket product manufacturers use a “one size fits all” approach that
• Yamaha dealers stand ready to help. Your may not fully protect your Yamaha outboard.
authorized Yamaha Marine Dealer can assist Lower Unit
Lower Unit &
& PTT
PTT 10 • Designed and formulated by Yamaha engineers. Yamaha is concerned
you with proper maintenance of your Yamaha with making your outboard last. Whether you choose to do the work
outboard. From regular maintenance to Battery and
Battery and Electrical
Electrical 12 or your have your authorized Yamaha Marine Dealer do it, insist
installation of parts and accessories, they have on Genuine Yamaha Maintenance and Care Products in order
the tools and the training to do the job right. And Propellers
Propellers 13 to receive the most performance and value from your
they feature Genuine Yamaha Maintenance and Yamaha outboard.
Care Products. That’s important. External Care
External Care 14
• Use the right tools for the job. Using Genuine Yamaha
• Yamaha website. For additional information and
a complete list of Genuine Yamaha maintenance,
Extended Storage
Extended Storage 16 Maintenance and Care Products means never having to guess
if your investment is adequately or properly protected. That’s
care, and accessory products, please visit Accessories
Accessories 18 powerful peace of mind.
YamahaOutboards.com.

Note: All the items in this catalog are available through your local authorized
2 Yamaha Marine Dealer. More information can be found at YamahaOutboards.com. 3
 Know that when the fish move,
you can too. When the fish pick
up and move, make sure you’re
Let’s Get ready by keeping your Yamaha

STARTED
outboard properly maintained.
Yamaha and your
authorized
Yamaha
Your checklist begins here. Using Yamaha Marine
maintenance and care products is important. So Dealer
is following Yamaha-recommended maintenance offer a
intervals for your particular Yamaha outboard. wealth of
The chart below provides an overview of the general products and
maintenance requirements of your outboard. information for
keeping your outboard in tip-top
REPLACEMENT SCHEDULE
shape. A regular maintenance
Every 3~6 Months or 50~100 Hours

schedule helps you to keep up

with the fish by always making
First 10 Hours (New Engine)

sure your Yamaha outboard is

Annually or 200 Hours
Winterization/Lay-up

ready for the chase.

Continuous Use
Four Stroke
Two Stroke

• Service Interval Reminders. Yamaha provides recommended service intervals so you know
when to service your outboard.
YAMALUBE® 4-M FC-W® • • Engine Hour Meter. Yamaha offers engine hour meters to help ensure
YAMALUBE® 2-M TC-W3® proper maintenance intervals are followed. Easy to install, they track
10-MICRON FUEL/WATER SEPARATING FILTER • engine operating hours so you know when it’s time for maintenance. Our
ON-ENGINE FUEL FILTERS* • Command Link® gauges even feature built-in service interval reminders.
RING FREE FUEL ADDITIVE • You can do it. Want to know how to do it yourself? What to do? When to
FUEL STABILIZER & CONDITIONER do it? What you’ll need? Yamaha offers a wealth of information on its website
NGK® SPARK PLUGS* • at YamahaOutboards.com. From maintenance and care products, to service manuals and
YAMAHA GEARCASE LUBE • owner’s manuals, to a detailed graphic parts look-up program, you’ll find the information to
YAMAHA OIL FILTER do the job right. Not a do-it-yourselfer? Your authorized Yamaha Marine Dealer always
IMPELLER/WATER PUMP ASSEMBLY stands ready to help with the products, tools and training to keep you ready to run.
YAMAHA POWER TRIM & TILT FLUID
BOESHIELD T-9®
YAMAHA SILICONE SPRAY Note: All the items in this catalog are available through your local authorized
STOR-RITE FOGGING OIL Yamaha Marine Dealer. More information can be found at YamahaOutboards.com.

* Clean (if applicable) or replace

• Please refer to your Owner’s Manual or consult with your authorized Yamaha Marine Dealer for specific
requirements of your engine.
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 YAMAHA COMPETITOR

O-ring seal Rectangular

seal
Tall filter
element Short filter
element
Special
non-paper filter Paper filter
media media
Metal bottom
Full filtration
bottom Metal bottom
spacer

Thick Thin

Let’s Begin with outer

can
outer
can

CHOOSING THE OIL

Check your oil. You’ve heard the expression “choose Importance of regular oil changes. Using the correct oil and filter at the
wisely.” Never has this applied more than to the products you recommended time is the single most important thing you can do for
choose to service, maintain and care for your Yamaha your outboard.
outboard. And the oil and filters you use are perhaps most
important of all.
• Yamalube® 4-M FC-W® properly protects your investment from the harsh
• Why Yamalube®? Your Yamaha outboard is vastly different from your
effects of cold starts, hours of trolling and high-load, high-speed operation.
automotive engine, and it operates in one of the harshest environments
Available in 10W-30 or 20W-40 weight.
imaginable. Yamalube provides specific protection other oils don’t, using a
proprietary blend of anti-wear additives, shear-stable polymers, corrosion inhibitors,
detergents, dispersants and viscosity index improvers. Yamalube is far superior to
automotive engine oils in its strength of protection, durability and corrosion resistance.
• Yamalube 2-M TC-W3® Yamaha-formulated and NMMA®-approved, it
• Why Genuine Yamaha oil filters? Yamaha oil filters are manufactured specifically to protect
provides outstanding engine protection with its special blend of additives
Yamaha engines, and use only the finest components available. From the quality of the
that protects against ring stick, corrosion, varnish and wear.
materials used to their high-quality construction, they simply out-perform aftermarket alternatives.
• Why FC-W® and TC-W3® oils? Whatever oil you choose, make sure it is the correct type
and viscosity and that it carries either the FC-W® (four stroke) or TC-W3® (two stroke) label.
These marks indicate oil that meets the minimum standards of the National Marine
Manufacturer’s Association (NMMA®) for marine engines.
• Ratio Rite® Yamaha two stroke outboards 25hp and down are precision-
manufactured to require a 100:1 pre-mix of gasoline and oil. A Ratio Rite®
cup will help you measure just the right amount needed for proper operation.

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 YAMAHA COMPETITOR
10-micron
filtration at 95%

Keeping Your Machine Clean nominal

efficiency

FUEL & FUEL SYSTEM

Check your fuel system. Regular maintenance is necessary
Tall filter
element
Sealed metal
Shorter filter
element

bottom
to help keep your fuel system in peak condition. From hoses Plastic base
Large water
and connections to proper filtration and even fuel additives, reservoir
time spent maintaining your fuel system helps keep you safe
and your boat ready for action.
Sealed Screw-on
• Fuel filtration. Ethanol in today’s fuel is a powerful solvent that can bottom
can loosen debris and cause clogging. It also readily attracts
water. Your best line of defense? A Yamaha 10-micron fuel/water
separating filter. It traps impurities down to 10 microns in size
(1/20th of the diameter of a human hair), helps remove water
from your fuel system and is easy to install and replace.
• Fuel Conditioner and Stabilizer. It’s • Carburetor Cleaner. Today’s leaner
• On-engine fuel filtration. Your Yamaha outboard has a system
inexpensive and simple to use, and can carburetors have very small passages
of fuel filters on the engine, as well. It’s important to know the
help prevent expensive repair that can clog with gum and varnish.
location of these filters and to clean or replace them at the
bills caused by bad fuel. Use full strength, or diluted using
recommended intervals. You can find this information in your
Fuel begins to deteriorate warm, soapy water, to help clean
service manual or through your authorized Yamaha Marine Dealer.
in as little as 60 days. them up.
• Fuel system components. It’s important
• Ring Free. Naturally • Primer Bulbs. Priming your
to check the condition of the fuel hoses
occurring carbon Yamaha outboard’s fuel system
and connections for any signs of leaks or
deposits can cause poor is vital for proper cold-engine
cracking each time you use your boat.
performance and even starting. Yamaha offers primer
You should also check your primer bulb.
catastrophic damage. bulbs of the highest quality for
If the bulb does not become firm when
Keep your engine carbon- maximum reliability.
squeezed prior to starting the engine,
free with regular use. • Gas Cans. Features a “Spill-Proof
replace it.
• Combustion Chamber Cleaner. Already Spout” which shuts off automatically
• Yamaha 10-micron filters. They’re
have carbon deposits? This cleans the when the tank reaches
designed to protect all outboard
inside of your outboard, and it’s easy to capacity. Complies with
engines using high quality materials
use. Also offered in a highly concentrated C.A.R.B.
and construction standards. Nothing’s
liquid form (dealer application only). requirements.
better at helping protect your outboard’s
fuel system.
Note: All the items in this catalog are available through your local authorized
Yamaha Marine Dealer. More information can be found at YamahaOutboards.com.
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 Check your Power Trim & Tilt. Simple checks on your PT&T
unit keep it operating at peak efficiency. From hole shot all the
Lower Unit and way up through wide-open throttle operation, it adjusts the

POWER TRIM & TILT

Check your lower unit. Your outboard’s lower unit is a vital
thrust angle of the engine for maximum performance.

• How’s that? The PT&T unit is electro-hydraulic, meaning an electric pump moves hydraulic
fluid, which moves the outboard. It’s a very simple, reliable system that under normal
conditions needs only minimal
component in its overall performance. Simple maintenance maintenance.
procedures, regularly performed, mean hours of enjoyment and • Check the rams. Periodically lubricate
increased value. the tops of the rams and their contact
points using Yamaha Marine Grease.
It’s specially formulated to withstand
• Check it out. Periodically inspect your lower unit. If there’s any extreme pressures and resist corrosion
entanglement around the propeller shaft, remove the lower and “wash-away,” even in saltwater
drain plug and check the color of the lubricant. If it is white environments. Also, the trim and tilt
or milky in appearance, water has entered your gearcase. rams should be free of corrosion and
Your lower unit should be disassembled and inspected, and show no signs of fluid leaks. If leaking
its seals should be replaced before using your outboard again. is present (which usually causes
• Change the gear lube periodically. The extreme pressures the engine to return to the “down”
exerted inside any lower unit will eventually break down the position by itself over time), have your
effectiveness of the lubricant. Using Yamaha Gearcase Lube authorized Yamaha Marine Dealer
(Gearcase Lube HD for V8 models) according to the schedule in your check the system.
owner’s or service manual is one of the best ways to protect the lower unit and your • Top it off. Periodically check
investment. It’s easy to change the lubricant yourself, or you can have your dealer do it. the fluid level in the PT&T
unit, and if low, top it off
using Yamaha Performance
Power Trim & Tilt Fluid.
Non-foaming, it resists the
intense heat and pressures
found in PT&T systems to
provide smooth operation and reduced
wear. It’s also excellent for use in
marine power steering systems.

Note: All the items in this catalog are available

through your local authorized Yamaha Marine
Dealer. More information can be found at
YamahaOutboards.com.

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 The Perfect Match for Your
BOATING STYLE
Check your propeller. Horsepower does you no good if
you can’t get it to the water effectively. You need a propeller
designed specifically to work with your Yamaha outboard.
You need a Yamaha propeller.
• Yamaha offers a full range of propellers. They’re
designed to help you get the most from your Yamaha outboard.
Large offshore props. High-speed props. Painted stainless
steel props. High Thrust™ props. And cost-effective, lightweight

Take Charge of Your aluminum props.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
• Tips on proper propping. Correct propping depends on your
specific application, but a general rule is that your Yamaha
outboard should run at, or very near, its maximum-allowed RPM at
wide-open throttle with an average-to-full load.

Verify your volts. The marine environment is tough on your

electrical system, and it’s one of the most important. Make sure
it’s up to the task by using Genuine Yamaha and Yamaha-
recommended components.
• Don’t forget the battery. Make sure to use the right size and type recommended in your
owner’s or service manual (see chart for general specifications) and that all battery/cable
connections use self-locking nuts (not old-fashioned wing nuts). Also consider adding one or
more “house batteries” to power • Pick the right prop. The correct
accessories. Most large Yamaha Recommended Battery Specifications style of Yamaha propeller is vital
outboards (150hp and up) have ENGINE SIZE MINIMUM BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
to the proper operation of your
Cold Marine Reserve
separate battery isolator/charging Cranking Cranking Capacity boat. Make sure you have the one
leads specifically for this purpose. AMPS AMPS (RC) that best suits your type and style
Engine (CCA) (MCA) Minutes
• We’ve got the goods. Type/Horsepower @ 0ºF @ 32ºF @ 25 AMPS of boating.
Yamaha offers a complete 2 Stroke 50 hp and below 245 323 52 • Take a walk on our website.
range of electrical system care 2 Stroke 60 ~ 150 380 502 124 Additional information about
products for the life of your electrical 2 Stroke 2.6L 150 ~ 200 EFI 380 502 124 Yamaha propellers, as well as
system. Original-equipment NGK® spark 2 Stroke 3.1L 200 ~ 250 EFI Performance Bulletins, are available
512 675 182
plugs. Boeshield T-9® Protectant and 2 Stroke 150 ~ 300 HPDI at YamahaOutboards.com.
Lubricant. Yamaha Battery Cleaner and 4 Stroke F25 and below 245 323 52
Protector. Even Yamaha Contact Cleaner. 4 Stroke F30 ~ F115 380 502 124

4 Stroke F150 ~ F250 512 675 182

4 Stroke F350 750 950 182

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 Baby Your Baby
EXTERNAL CARE
Check your look. Show off your investment and maintain
its value with Genuine Yamaha Care Products. Yamaha offers
a complete line of no-compromise, high-quality products
formulated to protect and preserve your baby.
• Yamaha External Engine Cleaner.
Your engine’s well cared for on the
inside, right? Keep the outside
looking clean and sharp, too!
• Yamaha Spray Polish and Instant
Detailer. Quickly restores a
lustrous shine to paint, chrome,
glass and smooth plastic surfaces.
Anti-static properties repel dust.
• Yamaha High Tech Fabric Guard.
Repels water, dirt, grease and
oil-based stains on most fabrics.
Perfect for re-treating and adding
water- and dirt-repellency to that
aging boat cover or seats.
• Yamaha Non-Slip Cleaner
& Protectant. Effectively
cleans, protects and shines
vinyl, rubber and hard plastics
without making them slippery.
That’s important on a boat.
• Simichrome® Polish. Get
your boat looking great too! This paste
cleans and polishes chrome, aluminum,
silver, brass or any metal found aboard.
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• Genuine Yamaha
Engine Covers.
Protect your engine
when not in use.
Made of only the Check it out. Make sure you have a safe and enjoyable day
finest, most durable on the water by giving your entire boat a “once over” each time
materials, with a you take it out or return to port. In most instances, this is
precise fit.
nothing more than a simple checklist and visual inspection to make
sure you’re ready for maximum safety and enjoyment.
• Check the bottom of the boat. Also • Check the engine oil and all fuel lines.
check the sacrificial anodes (replace They should be tight and proper. Also,
these if over 50% of the material is gone). make sure you have sufficient oil
• Check the electricals. Verify tight (including extra) on board.
connections on all batteries • Check the on-board
and that bilge pumps and maintenance supplies. Do you
navigation lights are all have a metric tool kit? Spare
operative. spark plugs and a wrench?
• Check the safety Got spare wire, connectors
equipment. and crimping pliers? Spare fuel
Are there life jackets of the filters, spare prop and prop
correct type available for all wrench? High-quality versions of
aboard? What about other all these items can be found at
safety equipment such as a YamahaOutboards.com.
flashlight, EPIRB, first aid kit and the • Don’t forget to flush. Make sure you
boat’s horn or other signaling device? have and use the correct flushing attachment
upon your return. You can find these at our
website and obtain them through your
authorized Yamaha Marine Dealer.
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 Now’s the Time to Think About
EXTENDED STORAGE
Time for a checkup. Preparing for extended storage
efficiently and effectively (the first time) means you’ll have a
worry-free experience when you return to using your Yamaha
outboard. This is not the time to compromise or settle for lesser-quality
products. You want Genuine Yamaha.
• Fog her down. Fogging oil helps protect vital internal engine
components during periods of inactivity by coating them with
a thick petroleum-based lubricant. This prevents rust and
corrosion from forming on them, and protects them during
start-up when the outboard is returned to service. An
excellent choice is Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine Fogging Oil, and
it’s easy to apply.
• Keep her dry. Water can form in the fuel system during extended
storage periods due to natural convective condensation. In addition,
ethanol fuels can draw water directly from the atmosphere through the tank’s vent. Yamaha
Gas Line Anti-freeze and Drier helps remove water from gasoline tanks and lines and prevent
any water which may be present from freezing. Also, make sure to run Yamaha Fuel
Stabilizer and Conditioner through the entire fuel system prior to shut down, and always
store with the tank nearly full of fuel to help prevent over-accumulation of condensation.
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• Check her out. Just prior to extended lay-up is an excellent time to perform
routine annual maintenance, and to take care of any outstanding service issues.
Is it time to install a new high-quality Yamaha water pump? Have you been meaning
to install a new Yamaha depth finder or radio system? Now is the time to schedule
or perform this work, and all these items are featured at YamahaOutboards.com and are
available through your local authorized Yamaha Marine Dealer.
• Get her ready. Rather than wait for next season, take the time now to check the anchor,
chains, dock lines, fenders, etc. Replace any worn or damaged items now so you’ll be ready
to hit the water when it’s time. Also check the boat for any loose items that need repair. Many
of these items can easily be fixed using one of our exclusive YamabondTM formulas. All of
these items are featured at YamahaOutboards.com and are available through your authorized
Yamaha Marine Dealer.
• Trailers and lifts. Take the time now to check your trailer bunks or
your lift straps. Any loose, sagging or rotted bunks, straps or rollers
should be replaced. Check trailer wheel bearings for signs of water
intrusion and repair as necessary. Grease trailer bearings and lift roller
assemblies using Yamaha Marine Grease and a Yamaha Marine
Grease Gun. Its high-pressure, corrosion-resistant formula is great for
these areas. Boeshield T-9® from Yamaha is an excellent choice for
lubricating winch cables, and Yamaha
Contact Cleaner will help clean and
restore proper taillight or dock light
connections.
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 12-Foot Mushroom Yamaha Logo Aussie Beach Children’s
Dock Lines Anchor Men’s Board Shorts Floppy Hat Two Buckle PFD

Let’s Talk About Accessorizing

YOUR BOAT Deluxe Yamaha
Receiver Hitch Cover
Yamaha Logo
Floatable Key Fob
Multicolor
Registration Kits
Yamaha Logo
Spare Tire Cover
Yamaha
Tool Bag
Check your accessories. Just visit YamahaOutboards.com. w/clip

From matching dock ropes, fenders and PFDs to first aid kits,
radios and more, you’ll find everything you need for complete
fun in the sun. There’s even Yamaha clothing to get the whole family
looking Yamaha-sharp.
Siphon Yamaha Yamaha Deluxe Yamaha
Hose 1-2 Rider 2-3 Rider Universal Tiedowns Type IV Throwable
Deck Tube Deck Tube White Flotation Device

Yamaha Yamaha Yamaha Yamaha Yamaha

Fenders Engine Covers Cooler Bag Digital Depth Finder Telescoping Paddle

JBL®/Sirius® JBL® Two Way Yamaha Heavy Duty Yamaha

Ready Receiver 6 1/2˝ Marine Speakers Contour Fender Boat Anchor Neoprene
Controller Two Buckle PFD
AM/FM/CD

Check out the complete line of cool Yamaha accessories at YamahaOutboards.com.

With all this going for you, you’re sure to be spending day after quality day looking stylish while
enjoying the reliability and value of your Yamaha outboard engine.

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 Reliability Maintenance
Starts Here
MATTERS
TM

When it comes to that by insisting on

boats and outboard Genuine Yamaha
engines, you get out maintenance and care
of them what you put products, and by
into them. That’s why following Yamaha-
proper maintenance recommended
and care is so very guidelines, your
important. It helps outboard will be
maintain the value of receiving the best of
your investment and care. In return, it will
provide years of reward you with year
trouble-free fun on after year of relaxation
the water. and enjoyment.
Proper maintenance Accept no substitutes.
doesn’t have to be Insist on only the best.
expensive or difficult to Insist on Yamaha, and
do. Information about only Yamaha.
what to do, how to do
REMEMBER to always
it, when to do it, and
observe all applicable boating
the proper materials to laws. Never drink and drive.
do it with, are as close Dress properly with a USCG-
approved personal floatation
as Yamaha’s website device and protective gear.
and your local This document contains
authorized Yamaha many of Yamaha’s valuable
trademarks. It may also contain
Marine dealer. Do it trademarks belonging to other
yourself, or enlist the companies. Any references to
highly trained services other companies or their
products are for identification
of your Yamaha dealer. purposes only, and are not
Either way, you’ll know intended to be an endorsement.
For the name of your Yamaha
Marine Dealer or for more
information on our complete
line of Yamaha Outboards
please visit us at

or call 1-800-88-YAMAHA.

LIT-MNTMT-RS-07 © 2007 Yamaha Motor Corporation