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Care and storage

EJU33493  Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end), elec-
Long-term storage
tric trim rod (jet thrust nozzle end), and ball
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joint
WARNING
Always place the watercraft upright in a
horizontal position when storing it, other-
wise fuel could leak out into the engine or
engine compartment, which could create
a fire hazard.
Storage for long periods of time, such as win-
ter storage, requires preventive maintenance
to ensure against deterioration. It is advisable
to have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha
dealer prior to storage. TIP:
However, the following procedures can be Disconnect the electric trim rod from the ball
performed easily by the owner. joint before lubricating.
EJU40256  Shift rod (reverse gate end) and ball joint
Cleaning
(1) Flush the cooling water passages. (See
page 93 for information on flushing the
cooling water passages.)
TIP:
If you will be storing the watercraft for a pro-
longed period, such as winter storage, top off
the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add one
ounce of Yamalube Fuel Stabilizer & Condi-
tioner Plus to each gallon of fuel in the fuel
tank before starting the engine.
(2) Clean the watercraft. (See page 94 for in- TIP:
formation on cleaning the watercraft.) Disconnect the shift rod from the ball joint be-
Wax the hull with a non-abrasive wax fore lubricating.
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such as Yamalube Professional Polish.
Rustproofing
EJU44950
Lubrication Spray metallic parts of the hull, deck, and en-
To keep moving parts sliding or rotating gine with a rust inhibitor such as Yamalube
smoothly, lubricate them with water-resistant Silicone Protectant & Lubricant.
grease. Have a Yamaha dealer rustproof the internal
engine components.
Recommended water-resistant grease:
YAMALUBE MARINE GREASE

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