﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><Search><pages Count="132"><page Index="1"><![CDATA[2023 WaveRunner

                              VX-C/VX/VX DELUXE


                                                         VX CRUISER


                                                            VX LIMITED







                                OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL























                                                                              U.S.A. Edition



                               Read this manual carefully                      LIT-18626-13-97
                         before operating this watercraft.                        F4N-F8199-12





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                                              WARNING:
                                                                             Operating, servicing
                                         and maintaining a recreational marine
                                         vessel can expose you to chemicals
                                         including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
                                         phthalates, and lead, which are known to
                                         the State of California to cause cancer and
                                         birth defects or other reproductive harm. To
                                         minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust,
                                         service your vessel in a well-ventilated area
                                         and wear gloves or wash your hands
                                         frequently when servicing this vessel.
                                         For more information go to
                                         www.P65warnings.ca.gov/marine


















                        Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft. This manual
                        should stay with the WaveRunner if it is sold.]]></page><page Index="3"><![CDATA[UF4N12E0.book  Page 1  Thursday, July 14, 2022  10:42 AM



                                                    Important manual information

                        EJU46561
                                            Radio law certified country list

                              Area       Country    Bluetooth     Area       Country    Bluetooth
                                         Canada       ʓ                      Australia    ʓ
                           North America  USA         ʓ          Oceania    New Zealand   ʓ
                                         Austria      ʓ                      Argentina    ʓ
                                         Belgium      ʓ                       Brazil      ʓ
                                         Bulgaria     ʓ                       Chile       ʓ
                                         Croatia      ʓ         South America  Colombia   ʓ
                                         Cyprus       ʓ                       Peru        ʓ
                                       Czech Republic  ʓ                     Uruguay      ʓ
                                         Denmark      ʓ
                                         Estonia      ʓ                      Mexico       ʓ
                                                               Central America
                                         Finland      ʓ
                                         France       ʓ                      Bahrain      ʓ
                                         Germany      ʓ                       Israel      ʓ
                                         Greece       ʓ                       Kuwait      ʓ
                                         Hungary      ʓ                       Oman        ʓ
                                         Ireland      ʓ         Middle East   Qatar       ʓ
                               EU
                                          Italy       ʓ                     Saudi Arabia  ʓ
                                          Latvia      ʓ                      Turkey       ʓ
                                         Lithuania    ʓ                   United Arab Emirates  ʓ
                                        Luxembourg    ʓ
                                          Malta       ʓ                       Brunei      ʓ
                                        Netherlands   ʓ                       China       ʓ
                                         Poland       ʓ                     Hong Kong     ʓ
                                         Portugal     ʓ                       Japan       ʓ
                                         Romania      ʓ                     Philippines   ʓ
                                         Slovakia     ʓ                      Singapore    ʓ
                                         Slovenia     ʓ           Asia      South Korea   ʓ
                                          Spain       ʓ                      Taiwan       ʓ
                                         Sweden       ʓ                      Thailand     ʓ

                                         Moldova      ʓ
                                         Norway       ʓ
                                         Russia       ʓ
                                         Serbia       ʓ
                                        Switzerland   ʓ
                            Other Europe
                                         Ukraine      ʓ
                                       United Kingdom  ʓ



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                        Important manual information

                        EJU30183                               Engine status and  engine  performance
                             To the owner/operator
                                                               data
                        Thank you for choosing a Yamaha watercraft.
                                                              This data will be uploaded only when a spe-
                        This owner’s/operator’s manual contains in-
                                                              cial Yamaha diagnostic tool is attached to the
                        formation you will need for proper operation,
                                                              engine, such as when maintenance checks or
                        maintenance, and care. A thorough under-
                                                              service procedures are performed.
                        standing of these simple instructions will help
                                                              Yamaha will not disclose this data to a third
                        you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your
                                                              party except in the following cases. In addi-
                        new Yamaha. If  you have  any questions
                                                              tion, Yamaha may provide engine data to a
                        about the operation or maintenance of your
                                                              contractor in order to outsource services re-
                        watercraft, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
                                                              lated to the handling of the engine data. Even
                        In this manual, information of particular im-
                                                              in this case, Yamaha will require the contrac-
                        portance  is distinguished in the following
                                                              tor to properly handle the engine data  we
                        ways:
                                                              provided and Yamaha  will appropriately
                                                              manage the data.
                            This is the safety alert symbol. It is used
                                                               With the consent of the boat owner
                        to alert you to potential personal injury haz-
                                                               Where obligated by law
                        ards. Obey all safety messages that follow
                                                               For use by Yamaha in litigation
                        this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
                                                               For general  Yamaha-conducted  research
                        EWJ00072
                                                               purposes when the data is not related to an
                                                               individual engine or owner
                        A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa-
                        tion which, if not avoided, could result in
                        death or serious injury.
                        ECJ00092
                        A NOTICE  indicates special precautions
                        that must be taken to avoid damage to the
                        watercraft or other property.
                        TIP
                        A TIP provides key information to make pro-
                        cedures easier or clearer.

                        EJU45461
                             Engine data recording
                        This model’s ECM stores certain engine data
                        to assist in the diagnosis of malfunctions and
                        for research, statistical analysis and develop-
                        ment purposes.
                        Although the sensors and recorded data will
                        vary by model, the main data points are:]]></page><page Index="5"><![CDATA[UF4N12E0.book  Page 3  Thursday, July 14, 2022  10:42 AM



                                                    Important manual information

                        EJU40401                               Increase the separation between the
                                                               equipment and the receiver.
                        Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing
                                                               Connect the equipment into an outlet that
                        product improvement, this product may not
                                                               is on a different circuit from the GPS de-
                        be exactly as described in this owner’s/oper-
                                                               vice.
                        ator’s manual. Specifications are subject to
                                                               Consult the dealer  or an experienced  ra-
                        change without notice.
                                                               dio/TV technician for help.
                        This manual should be considered a perma-
                                                              FCC CAUTION
                        nent part of this watercraft and should remain
                                                              Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
                        with it even if the watercraft is subsequently
                                                              proved by the party responsible for compli-
                        sold.
                                                              ance  could void the  user’s authority  to
                        EJU46570
                                                              operate the equipment.
                                                              RF Exposure Compliance
                        FCC Compliance
                        This device complies with part 15 of the FCC  This equipment complies with FCC radiation
                                                              exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
                        Rules. Operation is subject to the following
                                                              environment  and meets the FCC  radio  fre-
                        two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
                                                              quency (RF)  Exposure Guidelines as this
                        harmful interference, and (2) this device must
                                                              equipment has very low levels of RF energy.
                        accept  any interference received, including
                        interference that may cause undesired oper-
                                                              Model: F4N-U826A
                        ation.
                                                              Manufacturer: MiTek Corporation
                        This equipment has been tested and found to
                                                              Address: 1 MiTek Plaza, Winslow, IL 61089
                        comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-
                                                              USA
                        vice, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
                                                              Telephone No.: 602-707-5257
                        These limits are designed to provide reason-
                                                              Website: www.mitekusa.com
                        able protection against harmful interference
                                                              EJU30224
                        in a residential installation. This equipment
                        generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre-
                        quency energy and may cause harmful inter-  WaveRunner VX-C / VX / VX DELUXE /
                        ference to radio communications if not      VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED
                                                                 OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
                        installed and used in accordance with the in-
                                                               ©2023 by Yamaha Motor Corporation,
                        structions.  However, there  is no guarantee         U.S.A.
                        that interference will not occur in a particular  1st Edition, April 2022
                        installation.                                  All rights reserved.
                        If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-  Any reprinting or unauthorized use
                                                                 without the written permission of
                        ence to radio or television reception, which
                                                                Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
                        can be determined by turning the equipment
                                                                     is expressly prohibited.
                        off and on, the user is encouraged to try to    Printed in U.S.A.
                        correct the interference by one of the follow-  P/N LIT-18626-13-97
                        ing measures:
                         Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.]]></page><page Index="6"><![CDATA[UF4N12E0.book  Page 1  Thursday, July 14, 2022  10:42 AM



                        Table of contents


                        General and important labels...........1  Engine start/stop switch (VX /
                          Identification numbers .................... 1  VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                                                                   LIMITED) .......................................  32
                            Primary Identification (PRI-ID)
                             number............................................  1  Engine shut-off switch .....................  32
                            Hull Identification Number (HIN).........  1  Start switch (VX-C) ...........................  33
                            Engine serial number..........................  1  Throttle lever ....................................  33
                          Emission control information .......... 2  RiDE lever (VX / VX DELUXE /
                                                                   VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)..........  34
                            Approval label of emission control
                             certificate ........................................  2  Steering system................................  34
                            Manufactured date label ....................  3  Cooling water pilot outlet .................  34
                            Star labels ..........................................  3  Water separator................................  35
                          Important labels .............................. 5
                                                              Watercraft operation ...................... 36
                            Warning labels....................................  6
                            Other labels........................................  9  Watercraft operation functions .....  36
                                                                 Shift system (VX / VX DELUXE /
                                                                   VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)..........  36
                        Safety information...........................11
                                                               Watercraft operation modes
                          Limitations on who may operate
                                                                 (VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                            the watercraft............................. 11
                                                                 LIMITED) ....................................  39
                          Cruising limitations........................ 12
                                                                 Reverse assist ..................................  39
                          Operation requirements ................ 13
                                                                 T.D.E.
                          Recommended equipment ........... 16
                                                                   (thrust directional enhancer) ......... 40
                          Hazard information........................ 16
                                                                 No-wake mode.................................  41
                          Watercraft characteristics............. 17  Drive control mode...........................  42
                          Wakeboarding and water-skiing ... 18   Cruise assist..................................... 43
                          Rules of the Road ......................... 20
                          To get more boating safety          Instrument operation...................... 45
                            information ................................. 24  Multifunction information center
                          Enjoy your watercraft                  (VX-C / VX).................................  45
                            responsibly................................. 25  Information display...........................  45
                                                               Multifunction information center
                        Description.......................................26  (VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                          Watercraft glossary....................... 26  LIMITED) ....................................  50
                          Location of main components ...... 27  Operation buttons ............................  50
                                                                 Display..............................................  51
                        Control function operation .............31  Home screen ...................................  52
                          Watercraft control functions ......... 31  Information screen .......................... 53
                                                                 Drive control mode screen ..............  53
                            Yamaha Security System
                             (VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX        Setting menu screen .......................  53
                             LIMITED) .......................................  31  Engine lock screen .......................... 55
                            Engine stop switch (VX-C)................  32  Warning function ..............................  55
                                                               Audio system
                                                                 (equipped models) .....................  58
                                                                 Audio control....................................  58]]></page><page Index="7"><![CDATA[UF4N12E0.book  Page 2  Thursday, July 14, 2022  10:42 AM



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                          Accessory outlet (VXDELUXE/            Learning to operate your
                            VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)....... 59     watercraft......................................  83
                          USB charger (VX DELUXE /               Riding position .................................  84
                            VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)....... 59   Launching the watercraft .................  84
                                                                 Starting the engine on water ............  84
                                                                 Stopping the engine.........................  85
                        Equipment operation ......................60
                                                                 Leaving the watercraft......................  86
                          Equipment..................................... 60
                                                                 Operating the watercraft ..................  86
                            Seats ................................................  60  Turning the watercraft ......................  87
                            Handgrip ..........................................  61  Stopping the watercraft.................... 88
                            Reboarding grip ...............................  61  Operating the watercraft in reverse
                            Reboarding step (VX / VX DELUXE /      or neutral (VX / VX DELUXE /
                             VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)..........  61  VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)..........  89
                            Bow eye ...........................................  62  Boarding the watercraft.................... 90
                            Stern eyes ........................................  62  Starting off........................................  93
                            Cleat.................................................  62  Capsized watercraft .........................  94
                            Pull-up cleats (VX CRUISER / VX      Beaching and docking the
                             LIMITED) .......................................  63  watercraft......................................  94
                            Storage compartments ....................  63  Operating in weeded areas ..............  95
                            Fire extinguisher holder and cover...  66
                                                                 After removing the watercraft from
                                                                   the water .......................................  96
                        Operation and handling
                        requirements ...................................67  Care and storage ............................ 97
                          Fuel requirements ......................... 67  Post-operation care......................  97
                            Fuel...................................................  67  Flushing the cooling water
                          Engine oil requirements ................ 69  passages.......................................  97
                            Engine oil..........................................  69  Cleaning the watercraft .................... 98
                          Draining the bilge water ................ 71  Battery care......................................  98
                            Draining the bilge water on land ......  71  Long-term storage......................  100
                            Draining the bilge water on water ....  71  Cleaning ......................................... 100
                          Transporting on a trailer................ 72  Lubrication .....................................  100
                                                                 Rustproofing................................... 101
                        First-time operation ........................73
                          Engine break-in............................. 73  Maintenance.................................. 103
                                                               Maintenance ...............................  103
                        Pre-operation checks .....................74  Periodic maintenance chart ...........  104
                            Pre-operation checklist ....................  74  Engine oil and oil filter ....................  106
                          Pre-operation check points........... 76
                            Pre-launch checks ...........................  76  Specifications................................ 107
                            Post-launch checks .........................  81  Specifications .............................  107

                        Operation .........................................83  Trouble recovery........................... 109
                          Operating your watercraft ............. 83  Troubleshooting..........................  109
                            Getting to know your watercraft ......  83  Troubleshooting chart ....................  109]]></page><page Index="8"><![CDATA[UF4N12E0.book  Page 3  Thursday, July 14, 2022  10:42 AM



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                          Emergency procedures............... 112
                            Cleaning the jet intake and
                             impeller .......................................  112
                            Raising the reverse gate (VX /
                             VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                             LIMITED) .....................................  113
                            Jumping the battery .......................  113
                            Towing the watercraft ....................  114
                            Submerged watercraft ...................  114

                        Consumer information..................116
                          Limited warranty ......................... 116
                          YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
                            (Y.E.S.) ..................................... 118

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                        EJU30263
                             Identification numbers
                        Record the  Primary Identification (PRI-ID)
                        number, Hull Identification Number (HIN), and
                        engine serial number in the spaces provided             PRI-I.D.
                        for assistance when ordering genuine parts  MODEL
                                                               YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD.
                        from a Yamaha dealer. Also record and keep  ASSEMBLED IN U.S.A. WITH FOREIGN AND DOMESTIC COMPONENTS.
                                                               ASSEMBLÉ EN U.S. AVEC DES COMPOSANTS ÉTRANGERS ET
                                                               DOMESTIQUES.
                        these ID numbers in a separate place in case
                        your watercraft is stolen.
                        EJU30284
                        Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number
                        The PRI-ID number is stamped on a plate at-
                        tached inside the engine compartment. (See  EJU30301
                                                              Hull Identification Number (HIN)
                        page 60 for seat removal and installation pro-
                                                              The HIN is stamped on a plate attached to
                        cedures and page 65 for information on the
                                                              the aft deck.
                        seat storage compartment.)
                        MODEL:
                        VX1050G-Y (VX-C)
                        VX1050F-Y (VX)                                  1
                        VX1050E-Y (VX DELUXE)
                        VX1050D-Y (VX DELUXE)
                        VX1050C-Y (VX CRUISER)
                        VX1050B-Y (VX CRUISER)
                        VX1050A-Y (VX LIMITED)
                                               1
                                                               1 Hull Identification Number (HIN) location



                                                              EJU30312
                                                              Engine serial number
                                                              The  engine serial number is stamped on  a
                                                              plate attached to the engine unit. (See page
                                                              60 for seat removal and installation proce-
                                                              dures.)
                          1 Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number loca-
                            tion












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                                                              EJU30353
                                                               Emission control information
                                                              This engine conforms to U.S. Environmental
                                                1             Protection Agency (EPA) and/or California Air
                                                              Resources Board (CARB) regulations for ma-
                                                              rine SI engines applicable at the time of man-
                                                              ufacture.
                                                              This engine is certified to operate on regular
                                                              unleaded gasoline.
                                                              EJU46410
                                                              Approval label of emission control
                          1 Engine serial number location
                                                              certificate
                                                              This label is attached to the top of the cylin-
                                                              der head and to the inside of the engine com-
                                                              partment. (See page 60 for seat removal and
                                                              installation procedures and page 65 for infor-
                                                              mation on the seat storage compartment.)
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                                                               1 Emission control information label location

                                                               EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
                                                               THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO          CALIFORNIA AND U.S. EPA EXHAUST REGULATIONS
                                                               FOR SI MARINE ENGINES. REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE
                                                               SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.
                                                               ENGINE FAMILY :  DISPLACEMENT :                                            liters
                                                               MAX POWER :                                    kW  EPA/CA FEL : HC+NOx            , CO            g/kW-h
                                                               YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD.















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                          1 Emission control information label location
                                                              EJU30441
                                                              Star labels
                                                              This watercraft is labeled with a California Air
                                                              Resources Board (CARB) star label. See be-
                                                              low for a description of your particular label.
                                      EPA/CA      ,
                                       KNCNPLINEME2 ,   KYMXPTANKTK2 ,   KBEMPMDRN003
                                  KYMXPVSSLYM1
                                                                        1
                        EJU44100
                        Manufactured date label
                        This label is attached to the port side of the
                        air filter case. (See page 60 for seat removal
                        and installation procedures.)




                                                               1 Star label location
                                          1                   One Star - Low Emission
                                                              The one-star label identifies engines that
                                                              meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal
                                                              Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001
                                                              exhaust emission standards. Engines meet-
                                                              ing these standards have 75% lower emis-
                          1 Manufactured date label location
                                                              sions than conventional carbureted two-
                                                              stroke engines. These engines are equivalent
                                                              to the U.S. EPA’s 2006 standards for marine
                                                              engines.











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                        Two Stars - Very Low Emission         Four Stars - Super Ultra Low Emission
                        The two-star label identifies  engines  that  The four-star label  identifies engines  that
                        meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal  meet the Air Resources Board’s  Sterndrive
                        Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2004  and Inboard marine  engine 2009  exhaust
                        exhaust emission standards. Engines meet-  emission standards. Personal Watercraft and
                        ing these standards have 20% lower emis-  Outboard marine engines may also comply
                        sions than One Star-Low Emission engines.  with these standards. Engines meeting these
                                                              standards have 90% lower emissions than
                                                              One Star-Low Emission engines.












                        Three Stars - Ultra Low Emission
                        The three-star label identifies engines  that
                        meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal
                        Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008
                        exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive
                        and Inboard marine engine 2003-2008 ex-
                        haust emission standards. Engines meeting
                        these standards have 65% lower emissions
                        than One Star-Low Emission engines.










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                                                      General and important labels

                        EJU30455
                                                   Important labels
                        Read the following labels before using this watercraft. If you have any questions, consult a
                        Yamaha dealer.

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                        EJU35914
                        Warning labels
                        If any of these labels are damaged or missing, contact a Yamaha dealer for replacements.
                          1  VX-C/VX


























































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                          1  VX DELUXE/VX CRUISER/VX LIMITED






























































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                                                        F1B-U415B-02
                                                        F1S-U415B-01
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                                                    F3V-U416A-00
                                                    F3V-U416A-20





































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                        EJU44221
                        Other labels
                           4






                                                       F0P-U41G1-01
                                                       F1S-U41G1-01
                           5



                                                                                        F0V-U41F5-01

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                                                                            F3Y-U418E-40
                                                                            F3Y-U418E-50

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                                                      XXX-XXX
                                     XXX-XXX
                                     XXX-XXX          XXX-XXX
                                                     PFD
                                                      1
                                                      2
                                                  NEOPRENE





















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                                                                     Safety information

                        EJU30675                              EJU30733
                                                                  Limitations on who may
                        The safe use and operation of this water-  operate the watercraft
                        craft is dependent upon the use of proper   Make sure that the operator is 16 years of
                        riding techniques, as well  as  upon  the  age or older and has taken a boater safety
                        common sense, good judgment, and ex-   course.
                        pertise  of the  operator. Every operator  Adults must supervise use by minors.
                        should  know the following requirements  Your state (or province) may have addition-
                        before riding the watercraft.          al requirements. You can find local rules by
                         Before operating the watercraft, read this  contacting the United States Coast Guard
                          owner’s/operator’s manual,  the Riding  (USCG), the National Association of State
                          Practice Guide, the Riding Instruction card,  Boating Law Administrators, or your local
                          and all labels on the watercraft. Also, watch  Power Squadron.
                          the WaveRunner Basic Orientation Video   This watercraft is designed to carry the op-
                          linked to the following QR code.     erator and up to 2 passengers. Never ex-
                                                               ceed the maximum load limit or allow more
                                                               than  3 persons  (or 2  persons if a wake-
                                                               boarder or water-skier is being pulled) to
                                                               ride the watercraft at any time.








                          https://yamahawaverunners.com/orientation
                          A DVD is also  available  at your  nearest
                          dealer for your convenience.
                          These materials should give you an under-
                          standing of the watercraft and its opera-
                                                                Maximum load:
                          tion.
                                                                  240 kg (530 lb)
                         Never allow anyone to operate this water-  Load is the total weight of cargo, op-
                          craft  until they  too have read this own-  erator, and passengers.
                          er’s/operator’s manual, the Riding Practice
                          Guide, the Riding Instruction card, and all   Do not operate the watercraft with any pas-
                          labels, and,  if  possible, watched the  sengers on board until you have consider-
                          WaveRunner Basic Orientation Video.  able practice and experience riding alone.
                          Showing them the video may help reinforce  Operating the watercraft with passengers
                          the information contained in these materi-  requires more skill. Take the time to be-
                          als.                                 come accustomed to the handling charac-
                                                               teristics of the watercraft before trying any
                                                               difficult maneuvers.


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                        EJU44481                               handlebar grip can be used to change the
                               Cruising limitations
                                                               direction of the jet thrust so that the water-
                         Scan  constantly for people, objects,  and
                                                               craft moves in reverse or is in neutral. The
                          other watercraft. Be alert for conditions
                                                               RiDE  system assists  the operator when
                          that limit your visibility or block your vision
                                                               slowing down and during slow-speed ma-
                          of others.
                                                               neuvering, such as launching, beaching,
                                                               and docking.
                                                               VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                                                               LIMITED: Avoid sharp turns, slowing down
                                                               rapidly by squeezing the RiDE lever force-
                                                               fully, and  other maneuvers  that make  it
                                                               hard for others to avoid you or understand
                                                               where you are going.
                                                               Avoid areas  with submerged objects  or
                                                               shallow water.
                                                               Do not release the throttle lever when trying
                         Operate defensively at safe speeds and  to steer away from objects—as with other
                          keep a safe  distance away from people,  powerboats, you need throttle to steer. Al-
                          objects, and other watercraft.       ways check throttle and steering controls
                         Do not follow directly behind watercraft or  before starting the watercraft.
                          other boats.                         Ride within your limits and avoid aggres-
                         Do not go near others to spray or splash  sive maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss of
                          them with water,  go too  close to  other  control, ejection, and collision.
                          boats, or go too fast for the traffic condi-   This is a high performance boat—not a toy.
                          tions.                               Avoid aggressive operation, sharp turns,
                         VX-C: Take early action to avoid collisions.  and unexpected acceleration  that can
                          Remember, watercraft and other boats do  cause you to be thrown off. Do not jump
                          not have brakes.                     waves or wakes—jumping can cause inju-
                         VX-C: Avoid sharp turns or other maneu-  ries such as back or spinal injuries (paraly-
                          vers that make it hard for others to avoid  sis), facial injuries, and broken legs, ankles,
                          you or understand where you are going.  and other bones. Improper operation can
                         VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /  VX    result in severe injury or death.
                          LIMITED: Take early action to avoid colli-   Do not operate the watercraft in rough wa-
                          sions. Remember, watercraft and other  ter, bad weather, or when visibility is poor;
                          boats do not have brakes. In addition, the  this may lead to an accident causing injury
                          Reverse with  Intuitive Deceleration  Elec-  or death. Be alert to the possibility of ad-
                          tronics (RiDE) system is not a braking de-  verse weather. Take note of weather fore-
                          vice for avoiding dangerous situations. The  casts  and  the  prevailing  weather
                          RiDE system is an electronic system for  conditions before setting out on your wa-
                          controlling the engine  speed and reverse  tercraft.
                          gate, which is located near the  jet thrust
                          nozzle. The RiDE lever located at the left


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                         As with any water sport, you should not op-  EJU43123 Operation requirements
                          erate your watercraft without someone else
                                                               All riders must wear a personal flotation de-
                          nearby. If you operate further than swim-
                                                               vice (PFD) that is approved by the appro-
                          ming distance from shore, you should be
                                                               priate authorities and  is suitable for
                          accompanied by  another boat or water-
                                                               personal watercraft use.
                          craft, but make sure you stay a safe dis-
                                                               Wear protective clothing. Severe internal
                          tance away. It’s good, common sense.
                                                               injuries can occur  if water is forced into
                         Never operate in water that is less than 60
                                                               body cavities as a result of falling into the
                          cm (2 ft) deep from the bottom of the wa-
                                                               water or being near the jet thrust nozzle.
                          tercraft, otherwise  you increase  your
                                                               You must wear shorts with neoprene (wet-
                          chance of hitting a submerged  object,
                                                               suit material) to keep water from being
                          which could result in injury.
                                                               forcefully injected into the rectum or vagina
                                                               during a fall backward. Riders not wearing
                                                               neoprene shorts have received severe rec-
                                                               tal, vaginal, and internal injuries resulting in
                                                               permanent damage. Normal swimwear
                                                               does not offer adequate protection.
                                     60 cm (2 ft)
                                                                     1

                         This watercraft is not equipped with light-                 2
                          ing required for night operation. Do not op-
                          erate the watercraft after sunset or before
                          dawn, otherwise you increase  the risk of
                          colliding with another boat, which could re-
                          sult in severe injury or death.
                                                               1 Authority-approved PFD
                                                               2 Wetsuit bottom
                                                               Eye protection  is recommended  to keep
                                                               wind, water, and glare from the sun out of
                                                               your eyes while you operate your water-
                                                               craft. Restraining straps for  eyewear are
                                                               made which are designed to float should
                                                               your eyewear fall in the water.
                                                               Footwear and gloves are recommended.
                                                               Helmets meeting Snell or DOT standards
                                                               are required for IJSBA-sanctioned  races.
                         Follow navigation rules, and state/provin-
                                                               You must decide whether to wear a helmet
                          cial and local laws that apply to watercraft.
                                                               while you ride for recreation. You should
                                                               know that a helmet could help protect you

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                          in  certain kinds  of accidents and  that it  should hold on firmly, either to the person
                          could injure you in others.          in front of them or to the handgrip provid-
                          A helmet is designed to provide some head  ed.
                          protection. Although helmets cannot pro-   The operator and passengers should al-
                          tect against all foreseeable impacts, a hel-  ways keep their feet on the floor of the foot-
                          met might reduce your injuries in a collision  well when the watercraft is in motion.
                          with a boat or other obstacle.       Lifting your feet increases the chances of
                          A helmet  may have potential safety haz-  losing your balance, or hitting objects out-
                          ards, as well. Falling into the water could  side the watercraft with your feet. Do not
                          risk the chance of the helmet catching wa-  give a ride to children if their feet cannot
                          ter, commonly known as “bucketing”, and  reach the floor of the footwell.
                          the resulting strain on your neck could
                          cause choking, severe and permanent
                          neck injuries, or death. A helmet could also
                          increase the risk of an accident if it reduces
                          your vision or hearing, or if it distracts you
                          or increases your fatigue.
                          How should you decide if a helmet’s poten-
                          tial safety benefits outweigh  its  potential
                          risks for you? Consider your particular rid-
                          ing conditions. Consider factors such as
                          your riding  environment and your riding   Never allow a passenger to ride in front of
                          style and ability. Also consider the likeli-  the operator.
                          hood of traffic congestion, and the water   Always consult your doctor on whether it is
                          surface conditions.                  safe for you to ride this watercraft if you are
                          If you decide to wear a helmet based upon  pregnant or in poor health.
                          your riding circumstances, choose one   Do not attempt to modify this watercraft.
                          carefully. Look for a helmet designed for  Modifications to  your watercraft may re-
                          personal watercraft use, if possible. Con-  duce safety and reliability, and render the
                          sider a helmet meeting Snell or DOT stan-  watercraft unsafe or illegal for use.
                          dards.  If  you will be  engaging in closed-   Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to
                          course competition, follow the helmet re-  your left wrist and keep it free from the han-
                          quirements of the sanctioning organization.  dlebars so that the engine stops if you, the
                         Never operate the watercraft after consum-  operator, fall off. After riding, remove the
                          ing alcohol or taking other drugs.   engine shut-off cord (lanyard) from the wa-
                         For reasons of safety and proper care of  tercraft to avoid accidental starting or un-
                          the watercraft, always perform the pre-op-  authorized use by children or others.
                          eration checks listed on page 74 before op-
                          erating the watercraft.
                         The operator  should  grip the handlebars
                          firmly with both hands and the passengers



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                         Scan carefully for swimmers and stay away
                          from swimming areas. Swimmers are hard
                          to see and you could accidentally hit some-
                          one in the water.
                         Avoid being hit by another boat. You
                          should  always take the  responsibility to
                          watch for traffic; other boaters may not be
                          watching for you. If they do not see you, or
                          if you maneuver more quickly than other
                          boaters expect, you risk a collision.
                         Maintain a safe distance from other boats
                          and watercraft, and  also watch  for  ski
                          ropes or fishing lines. Obey the “Rules of
                          the Road” and be sure to check behind you
                          before making a turn or slowing down. (See
                          “Rules of the Road” on page 20.)
                         According to the USCG, boats under 6.1 m
                          (20 ft)  in length like your watercraft must
                          carry a fire extinguisher of a 5-B (B-1) clas-
                          sification, with a capacity of two pounds or
                          more when  navigating in  waters under
                          USCG jurisdiction. In addition, most state
                          and local boating laws also require that the
                          fire extinguisher be approved by the US-
                          CG.












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                        EJU30831                              EJU44611
                           Recommended equipment                    Hazard information
                        The following items  should be carried on   Never start the engine or let it run for any
                        board your watercraft:                 length of time in an enclosed area. Exhaust
                         Sound-signaling device               fumes contain carbon monoxide, a color-
                          You should carry a whistle or other sound-  less, odorless gas that may cause loss of
                          signaling device that can be used to signal  consciousness and death within a short
                          other boats. See “Rules of the Road” for  time. Always operate the watercraft in an
                          more information.                    open area.
                         Visual distress signals              Do not touch the hot oil tank, muffler, or en-
                          It is recommended that a U.S. Coast Guard  gine during or immediately after engine op-
                          approved pyrotechnic device be stored in a  eration; they can cause serious burns.
                          waterproof container on your watercraft. A   Do  not place  magnets or objects  with a
                          mirror can also be used as an emergency  strong magnetic force near the throttle le-
                          signal. Contact a  Yamaha  dealer or the  ver or RiDE lever (VX / VX DELUXE /
                          U.S. Coast Guard for more information.  VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED). The electronic
                         Watch                                throttle mechanism of the levers can be ad-
                          A watch is  helpful so you will know how  versely affected, which could cause loss of
                          long you have been operating the water-  control. In addition, do not place objects
                          craft.                               susceptible to magnetic forces (i.e., credit
                         Towline                              cards, watches, etc.) close to the throttle
                          A towline can be used to tow a disabled  lever or RiDE lever.
                          watercraft in an emergency.






























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                        EJU44971                               balanced to help keep the watercraft from
                           Watercraft characteristics
                                                               moving in either direction, although some
                         Jet  thrust turns the watercraft. Releasing
                                                               movement may occur.
                          the throttle lever completely produces only
                                                              VX
                          minimum thrust. If  you are traveling at         1
                          speeds above trolling, you will have rapidly
                          decreasing ability to steer without throttle.
                          This model is equipped with the Yamaha
                          Engine Management System (YEMS) that
                          includes an off-throttle steering (OTS) sys-
                          tem. It will activate at planing speeds
                          should you attempt to steer the watercraft
                          after releasing the throttle lever. The OTS
                          system assists in turning by continuing to
                          supply some thrust while the watercraft is  1 “N” (Neutral position)
                          decelerating, but you can turn more sharp-  VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED
                          ly if you apply throttle while turning the han-
                          dlebars.
                          The OTS system does not function below
                          planing speeds or when the engine is off.                  MPH
                          Once the engine slows down, the water-
                                                                                     RPM
                          craft will no longer turn in response to han-
                          dlebar input until you apply throttle again or
                          you reach trolling speed.            14.3V
                          Practice turning in an open area without
                                                                                            1
                          obstacles until you have a good feel for this
                                                               1 “N” (Neutral position)
                          maneuver.
                         VX-C: This watercraft is water-jet pro-   VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                          pelled. The jet pump is directly connected  LIMITED: To avoid rear-end collisions while
                          to the engine. This means that jet thrust will  operating the watercraft, check behind you
                          produce some  movement whenever  the  before using the RiDE lever to slow down
                          engine is running. There is no “neutral” po-  or stop the watercraft. Make sure that there
                          sition.                              are no obstacles or people behind you be-
                         VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /  VX    fore shifting into reverse.
                          LIMITED: This watercraft is water-jet pro-   Keep away from the intake grate while the
                          pelled. The jet pump is directly connected  engine is on. Items such as long hair, loose
                          to the engine. This means that jet thrust will  clothing, or PFD straps can become entan-
                          produce some  movement whenever  the  gled in moving parts, resulting in severe in-
                          engine is running and the “F” (forward) or  jury or drowning.
                          “R” (reverse)  shift  indicator is displayed.   Never insert any object into the jet thrust
                          When the “N” (neutral) shift indicator is dis-  nozzle while the engine is running. Severe
                          played, the forward and reverse thrust are  injury or death could result from coming in


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                          contact with the rotating parts  of the jet  EJU30947
                                                                 Wakeboarding and water-
                          pump.
                                                                            skiing
                                                              You can use the watercraft for wakeboarding
                                                              or water-skiing if it has the seating capacity to
                                                              carry the operator, a rearward-facing spotter,
                                                              and the wakeboarder or water-skier when he
                                                       2      or she is not being pulled.
                                                              The  watercraft must also have a  cleat de-
                                                              signed to pull a ski rope; do not attach the
                                               1
                                                              rope to any other location.
                          1 Intake grate
                          2 Jet thrust nozzle
                                                                                           1
                         Stop the engine and remove the clip from
                          the engine shut-off switch before removing
                          any debris or weeds, which may have col-
                          lected around the jet intake.
                                                       2

                                                               1 Cleat
                                                              It is the watercraft operator’s responsibility to
                                   1                          be alert to the safety of the wakeboarder or
                                                              water-skier and others. Know and follow all
                                                              state and  local regulations in effect  for the
                                                              waters in which you will be operating.
                                                              The operator should be comfortable carrying
                          1 Clip                              passengers before attempting to pull a wake-
                          2 Engine shut-off switch            boarder or water-skier.
                                                              The following are some important consider-
                                                              ations for  minimizing risks while  pulling  a
                                                              wakeboarder or water-skier.
                                                               The wakeboarder or water-skier should
                                                               wear an approved PFD, preferably a bright-
                                                               ly colored one so boat operators can see
                                                               the person being pulled.
                                                               The wakeboarder or water-skier should
                                                               wear protective clothing. Severe internal in-
                                                               juries can occur if water is forced into body
                                                               cavities as a result of falling into the water.



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                          Normal swimwear does  not adequately  er’s or water-skier’s ability, as well as water
                          protect against forceful water entry into the  and weather conditions.
                          rectum or vagina. The person being pulled   When preparing to pull a wakeboarder or
                          should wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing  water-skier, operate the watercraft at the
                          that provides equivalent protection.  slowest possible speed until the watercraft
                         A second person should be on board as a  is well away from the person being pulled
                          spotter to watch the wakeboarder or wa-  and slack in the ski rope is taken up. Make
                          ter-skier;  in  most states  it is required by  sure that the  rope is not looped  around
                          law. Let the person being pulled direct the  anything.
                          operator’s control of speed and direction  After checking that the wakeboarder or wa-
                          with hand signals.                   ter-skier is ready and that there is no traffic
                          The spotter should sit astride the rear of the  or other obstacles, apply enough throttle to
                          seat and hold onto the handgrip with both  raise the person.
                          feet firmly on the floor of the footwell for   Make smooth, wide turns. The watercraft is
                          proper balance while facing to the rear to  capable of very sharp turns, which could
                          watch the wakeboarder’s or water-skier’s  exceed the abilities of the wakeboarder or
                          hand signals and condition.          water-skier. Keep the person being towed
                                                               at least 50 m (164 ft), about twice the dis-
                                                               tance of a standard  ski  rope, away from
                                                               any potential hazard.
                                                    1          The  operators  of boats and other water-
                                                               craft may not be aware that you are pulling
                                                               a wakeboarder or  water-skier. Together
                                                               with the  spotter, pay attention to others
                                                               around you and cruise at safe speeds.
                                                               Be alert to the hazard of the ski rope handle
                                                               snapping back at the watercraft when the
                          1 Handgrip
                                                               wakeboarder or water-skier falls or is un-
                                                               able to get up.
                                                         1     Towing heavy or bulky objects other than
                                                               wakeboarders or water-skiers, such as an-
                                                               other boat or watercraft, can cause loss of
                                                               steering  control and  create a hazardous
                                                               condition. If you must tow another boat in
                                                               an emergency situation, operate slowly
                                                               and cautiously.


                          1 Handgrip
                         Your control while pulling a wakeboarder or
                          water-skier is affected by the wakeboard-


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                        EJU30962                              Give-way vessel
                                Rules of the Road             The vessel which does not have the right-of-
                        Your Yamaha watercraft is legally consid-  way has the duty to take positive and timely
                        ered a powerboat. Operation of the water-  action to stay out of the way of the stand-on
                        craft must be in accordance with the rules  vessel. Normally, you should not  cross in
                        and regulations governing  the waterway  front of the vessel with the right-of-way. You
                        on which it is used.                  should slow down or change directions brief-
                        Just as there are rules that apply when you  ly  and pass  behind the other vessel. You
                        are driving on streets and highways, there are  should always move in such a way that the
                        waterway rules that apply when you are oper-  operator of the other vessel can see what you
                        ating your watercraft. These rules are used  are doing.
                        internationally, and are also enforced by the  The  General Prudential Rule regarding the
                        United States Coast Guard and local agen-  right-of-way is that if a collision appears un-
                        cies. You should be aware of these rules, and  avoidable, neither boat has the right-of-way.
                        follow them whenever you encounter another  Both boats must avoid the collision.
                        vessel on the water.                  In other words, follow the standard rules ex-
                        Several sets  of rules prevail according to  cept when a collision will occur unless both
                        geographic location, but are all basically the  vessels try to avoid each other. If that is the
                        same as the International Rules of the Road.  case, both vessels become give-way  ves-
                        The rules presented here in this owner’s/op-  sels.
                        erator’s manual are condensed, and have
                                                              Rules when encountering vessels
                        been provided for your convenience only.  There are three main situations that you may
                        Consult your local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary  encounter  with other vessels which  could
                        or Department of Motor Vehicles for a com-  lead to a collision unless the Steering Rules
                        plete set of rules governing the waters in  are followed:
                        which you will be operating your watercraft.  Meeting: you are approaching another vessel
                        Steering and sailing rules            head-on
                        Whenever two vessels on the water meet one  Crossing:  you are traveling across  another
                        another, one vessel has the right-of-way; it is  vessel’s path
                        called the “stand-on” vessel. The vessel that  Overtaking: you are passing or being passed
                        does not have the right-of-way is called the  by another vessel
                        “give-way” or “burdened” vessel. These rules  In the following illustration, your watercraft is
                        determine which vessel has the right-of-way,  in the center. You should give the right-of-
                        and what each vessel should do.       way to any vessels shown in the white area
                        Stand-on vessel                       (you are the give-way vessel). Any vessels in
                        The vessel with the right-of-way has the duty  the shaded area must yield to you (they are
                        to continue its course and speed, except to  the give-way vessels). Both you and  the
                        avoid an immediate  collision. When you  meeting vessel  must  alter course to  avoid
                        maintain your direction and speed, the other  each other.
                        vessel will be able to determine how best to
                        avoid you.



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                        Meeting                               Overtaking
                        If you are meeting another power-driven ves-  If you are passing another vessel, you are the
                        sel head on, and are close enough to run the  give-way vessel. This means that the other
                        risk of collision, neither of you has the right-  vessel is expected to maintain its course and
                        of-way. Both of you should alter course to  speed. You must stay out of its way until you
                        avoid an accident. You should keep the other  are clear of it. Likewise, if another vessel is
                        vessel on your port (left) side. This rule does  passing you, you should maintain your speed
                        not apply if both of you will clear one another  and direction so that the other vessel can
                        if you continue on your set course and speed.  steer itself around you.
                                                              Other special situations
                                                              There are three other rules you  should be
                                                              aware of when riding your watercraft around
                                                              other vessels.
                                                              Narrow channels and bends
                                                              When navigating in narrow channels, you
                                                              should keep to the right when it is safe and
                                                              practical to do so. If the operator of a power-
                                                              driven vessel is preparing to go around a
                                                              bend that may obstruct the view of other wa-
                        Crossing                              ter vessels, the operator should sound a pro-
                        When two power-driven vessels are crossing  longed  blast of four to six seconds  on  the
                        each other’s path close enough to run the risk  whistle. If another vessel is around the bend,
                        of collision, the vessel which has the other on  it too should sound the whistle. Even if no re-
                        the starboard (right) side must keep out of the  ply is heard, however, the vessel should still
                        way of the other. If the other vessel is on your  proceed around the bend with caution. If you
                        starboard (right) side, you must keep out of  navigate  such waters with your  watercraft,
                        its way; you are the give-way vessel. If the  you will need to carry a portable  air horn,
                        other vessel is on your port (left) side, remem-  available from local marine supply stores.
                        ber that you should maintain course and di-  Fishing vessel right-of-way
                        rection, provided the other vessel gives you  All vessels fishing with nets, lines, or trawls
                        the right-of-way as it should.        are considered to be “fishing vessels” under


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                        the International Rules. Vessels with trolling  state. The Uniform State Waterway Marking
                        lines are not considered fishing vessels. Fish-  System has been devised for these waters.
                        ing vessels have the right-of-way regardless  This system uses buoys and signs with dis-
                        of position. Fishing vessels cannot, however,  tinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory
                        impede the passage of other vessels in nar-  or advisory  information. These markers  are
                        row channels.                         white with black letters and orange borders.
                        Sailing vessel right-of-way           They signify speed zones, restricted areas,
                        Sailing vessels should normally be given the  danger areas, and general information.
                        right-of-way. The exceptions to this are:
                        (1) When the sailing vessel is overtaking the
                            power-driven vessel, the power-driven
                            vessel has the right-of-way.
                        (2) Sailing vessels should keep clear of any
                            fishing vessel.
                        (3) In a narrow channel, a sailing vessel
                            should not hamper the safe passage of a
                            power-driven vessel that  can  navigate
                            only in such a channel.
                        Reading buoys and other markers
                        The waters of the United States are marked
                        for safe navigation by the lateral system of
                        buoyage. Simply put, buoys and markers
                        have an arrangement of shapes, colors, num-
                        bers, and lights to show which side  of the
                        buoy a boater should pass on when navigat-
                        ing in a particular direction. The markings on
                        these buoys are oriented from the perspec-
                        tive of being entered from seaward (the boat-
                        er is going towards the harbor). Red buoys
                        are passed on your starboard (right) side
                        when proceeding from open water into the
                        harbor, and black buoys are to your port (left)
                        side. An easy way to remember the meaning
                        of the colors is the phrase “red right return-
                        ing”. When navigating out of the harbor, your
                        position with respect to the buoys should be
                        reversed; red buoys  should  be to port  and
                        black buoys to starboard.
                        Many bodies of water used by boaters are
                        entirely within the boundaries of a particular




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                        Remember, markings may vary by geograph-
                        ic location. Always consult local boating au-
                        thorities before riding your watercraft in
                        unfamiliar waters.







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                        EJU30983                              reached out to over one million Americans
                           To get more boating safety
                                                              promoting the benefits of boating education.
                                   information
                        Be informed about boating safety. Additional  The Online Boating Safety Course:
                                                                  http://www.boatus.org/
                        publications and information can be obtained
                        from many organizations,  including the fol-
                        lowing.
                        United States Coast Guard
                        Consumer Affairs Staff (G-BC)
                        Office of Boating, Public, and Consumer Af-
                        fairs
                        U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters
                        Washington, D.C. 20593-0001
                        http://www.uscgboating.org/
                        Other sources
                        You can find local rules by contacting the Na-
                        tional Association of State Boating Law Ad-
                        ministrators, or your local Power Squadron.
                        Watercraft Education and Training
                        The Online Boating Safety Course, available
                        through the watercraft section of  the
                        yamaha-motor.com website, is a free, 50
                        question learning course available to the
                        public. Upon successful completion of 80
                        percent or better, the user can request a cer-
                        tificate of completion by mail or can down-
                        load one immediately. The  Online  Boating
                        Safety Course, provided by  the Boat/US
                        Foundation, is approved by the National As-
                        sociation of State Boating Law Administra-
                        tors (NASBLA) and recognized by the United
                        States Coast Guard. This course meets the
                        education requirement for those states that
                        recognize  non-proctored,  NASBLA-ap-
                        proved courses.
                        Yamaha is the watercraft industry’s leading
                        manufacturer  to build  awareness and sup-
                        port for boating education. In 1997, Yamaha
                        launched its GET W.E.T. (Watercraft Educa-
                        tion and Training) initiative and has since




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                        EJU30992                              When you ride responsibly, with respect and
                              Enjoy your watercraft           courtesy for others, you help ensure that our
                                   responsibly                waterways stay open for the enjoyment of a
                        You share the areas you enjoy when riding  variety of recreational opportunities.
                        your watercraft with others and with nature.
                        So your enjoyment includes a responsibility
                        to treat  these other people, and the lands,
                        waters, and wildlife with respect and courte-
                        sy.
                        Whenever  and wherever you ride, think of
                        yourself as the guest of those around you.
                        Remember, for example, that the sound of
                        your watercraft may be music to you, but it
                        could be just noise to others. And the exciting
                        splash of your wake can make waves others
                        won’t enjoy.
                        Avoid riding close to shoreline  homes and
                        waterfowl nesting areas or other wildlife ar-
                        eas, and keep a respectful distance from fish-
                        ermen,  other  boats,  swimmers,  and
                        populated beaches. When travel in areas like
                        these is unavoidable, ride slowly and obey all
                        laws.
                        Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure
                        that the exhaust emission and sound levels of
                        your watercraft will continue to be within reg-
                        ulated limits. You have the responsibility to
                        make sure that the  recommended mainte-
                        nance in this owner’s/operator’s manual is
                        carried out.
                        Remember, pollution can be harmful to the
                        environment. Do not refuel or add oil where a
                        spill could cause damage to nature. Remove
                        your watercraft from the water and move it
                        away from the shoreline before refueling. Dis-
                        pose of water and any fuel and oil residue in
                        the engine compartment according to local
                        regulations. And  keep your surroundings
                        pleasant for the people and wildlife that share
                        the waterways: don’t litter.




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                        Description

                        EJU43332
                                                  Watercraft glossary
                        Trolling speed
                        “Trolling” is the lowest maneuvering speed. You are applying little or no throttle. The water-
                        craft is down in the water, and there is no wake.
                        Sub-planing speed
                        “Sub-planing” is a medium speed. The bow of the watercraft is slightly up from the water sur-
                        face, but you are still traveling through the water. There is a wake.
                        Planing speed
                        “Planing” is a faster speed. The watercraft is more level and is skimming on top of the water.
                        There is a wake.
                        Bow
                        The front end of the watercraft.
                        Stern
                        The rear end of the watercraft.
                        Starboard
                        The right side of the watercraft when facing forward.
                        Port
                        The left side of the watercraft when facing forward.
                        Bilge water
                        Water that has collected in the engine compartment.
                        Yamaha Engine Management System (YEMS)
                        YEMS is an integrated, computerized management system that controls and adjusts ignition
                        timing, fuel injection, engine diagnostics, and the off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
                        Reverse with Intuitive Deceleration Electronics (RiDE)
                        RiDE is an electronic system that controls the reverse, neutral, and deceleration operations of
                        the watercraft.
























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                        EJU31012
                                            Location of main components
                        Exterior


                                 1                               2
                                                                         3       4
                                                                                        5



                                                                                         6

                                                                                            7








                                                                                             8


                             13                        12         11      10      9


                          1 Hood
                          2 Glove compartment (page 64)
                          3 Front seat (page 60)
                          4 Rear seat (page 60)
                          5 Handgrip (page 61)
                          6 Footwell
                          7 Pull-up cleat (VX LIMITED) (page 63)
                          8 Sponson
                          9 Gunwale
                         10 Pull-up cleat (VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                            (page 63)
                         11 Cooling water pilot outlet (page 34)
                         12 Fuel filler cap (page 67)
                         13 Bow eye (page 62)










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                                          1
                                                                            2
                                                                                   3

                                                                                       4














                              5                                                           5


                                    6                                             6

                                             7                                       9
                                                      8
                                                                                         10








                          1 Cleat (page 62)
                          2 Reboarding grip (page 61)
                          3 Reboarding step (VX / VX DELUXE /
                            VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) (page 61)
                          4 Boarding platform
                          5 Stern eye (page 62)
                          6 Stern drain plug (page 71)
                          7 Reverse gate (VX / VX DELUXE /
                            VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) (page 36)
                          8 Jet thrust nozzle
                          9 Ride plate
                         10 Intake grate




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                                                  VX/VX DELUXE/
                          VX-C                    VX CRUISER/VX LIMITED
                               2            3       6        3                         12
                                             4                       4


                                                      7
                                        5             9           8           13         14

                                                11
                                        10                                   10


                                 1                                                  1





                                  15                                               15






                            17                                                            16
                                                         1819


                          1 Handlebar                         13 Engine start/stop switch (VX / VX DELUXE /
                          2 Start switch (VX-C) (page 33)        VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) (page 32)
                          3 Engine shut-off switch (page 32)  14 “SPEED ADJUST” switch (VX DELUXE /
                                                                 VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) (page 39, 41,
                          4 Clip (page 32)
                                                                 43)
                          5 Engine stop switch (VX-C) (page 32)
                                                              15 Speaker (equipped models) (page 58)
                          6 RiDE lever (VX / VX DELUXE /
                            VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) (page 36)  16 Touchpad control (VX DELUXE /
                                                                 VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) (page 50)
                          7 “T.D.E.” switch (VX DELUXE /
                            VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) (page 40)  17 Audio control (equipped models) (page 58)
                                                              18 12V DC outlet (VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /
                          8 “CRUISE/NO WAKE” switch (VX DELUXE /
                            VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) (page 43, 41)  VX LIMITED) (page 59)
                                                              19 USB charger (VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /
                          9 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) (page 32)
                                                                 VX LIMITED) (page 59)
                         10 Rearview mirror
                         11 Multifunction information center (page 45)
                         12 Throttle lever (page 33)

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                        Engine compartment



                                                                         4




                                         1
                                                         2            3





















                            5               6
                                                                              7


                                                                              8



                          1 Air filter case
                          2 Spark plug/Ignition coil
                          3 Seat storage compartment (page 65)
                          4 Battery (page 77)
                          5 Fuel tank
                          6 Water separator (page 35)
                          7 Flushing hose connector (page 97)
                          8 Oil tank filler cap/Dipstick (page 69)








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                        EJU31027
                          Watercraft control functions        TIP
                                                              The multifunction information center is turned
                        EJU45092
                        Yamaha Security System                on, even if the engine start/stop switch is also
                        (VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX          pushed briefly.
                        LIMITED)
                                                              (2) Select the lock or unlock mode indicator
                        The  Yamaha  Security System functions to
                                                                 on the multifunction information center.
                        help prevent unauthorized use or theft of the
                        watercraft. The lock and unlock modes of the  (3) Input each digit of the 4-digit PIN, and
                        security system can  be selected  using  the  then push the “OK” button of the touch-
                        engine lock screen of the multifunction infor-  pad control.
                        mation center. The engine cannot be started
                        if the lock mode of the security system is se-
                        lected. The engine can only be started if the       Enter PIN
                        unlock mode is selected.                           * * * *
                                                                       1       2       3
                        TIP
                                                                       4       5       6
                        The  Yamaha Security  System setting  can
                                                                       7       8       9
                        only be selected while the engine is stopped.
                                                                               0
                        EJU45870
                        Yamaha Security System setting
                        The Yamaha Security System setting can be
                        confirmed by the lock or unlock mode indica-  TIP
                        tor on the multifunction information center.  The default setting for the PIN is “1234”. The
                                                              PIN can also be changed. (See page 54 for in-
                                                              formation on changing the PIN.)
                                                       1
                                                              (4) To select the lock mode of the Yamaha
                                                                 Security System, select “ON”. To select
                                                                 the unlock mode, select “OFF”.
                                                       2


                                                                          Engine Lock

                          1 Lock mode indicator                               ON
                          2 Unlock mode indicator
                                                                              OFF
                        To select the lock or unlock mode of the
                        Yamaha Security System:
                        (1) Stop the engine.
                                                              (5) The beeper sounds once when the lock
                                                                 mode of the Yamaha Security System is




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                            selected, and two times when the unlock
                            mode is selected.
                        EJU31154
                        Engine stop switch “ ” (VX-C)
                        The engine stop switch (red button) stops the
                        engine when the switch is pushed.



                                                                               1

                                                               1 Engine start/stop switch
                                                              The engine will not start under any of the fol-
                                                              lowing conditions:
                                                               VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED:
                                                   1           Lock mode of the Yamaha Security System
                                                               has been selected. (See page 31 for
                          1 Engine stop switch
                                                               Yamaha Security System setting proce-
                        EJU46113
                        Engine start/stop switch “  / ” (VX /   dures.)
                        VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX            Clip is removed from the engine shut-off
                        LIMITED)                               switch.
                                                               Throttle lever is squeezed.
                        ECJ01311
                                                               Throttle lever is malfunctioning.
                        Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on   RiDE lever is squeezed.
                        land. Also, do not run the engine for more   RiDE lever is malfunctioning.
                        than 15 seconds without supplying water,  EJU31164
                                                              Engine shut-off switch “  ”
                        otherwise the engine could overheat.
                                                              The engine  shut-off switch  automatically
                        The  engine start/stop switch  (red button)  stops the engine when the clip, on the end of
                        starts the engine when the switch is pushed  the engine shut-off cord (lanyard), is removed
                        while the engine is stopped, and stops the  from the switch, such as if the operator falls
                        engine when the switch is pushed while the  off the watercraft.
                        engine is running.                    Insert the clip  under  the engine  shut-off
                        Release the engine start/stop switch as soon  switch before starting the engine.
                        as the engine starts to run. If the engine does
                        not start in 5 seconds, release the engine
                        start/stop switch, wait 15 seconds, and then
                        try again.









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                                                              push the start switch while the engine is
                                                       1      running. Do not operate the start switch
                                                              for  more than 5  seconds, otherwise  the
                                                              battery will be discharged and the engine
                                                              will not start. Also, the starter motor could
                                                              be damaged. [ECJ01041]

                                                         2                           1
                                                      3
                          1 Engine shut-off switch                              START
                          2 Clip
                          3 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
                        When the engine is not running, remove the
                        clip from the engine shut-off switch to pre-
                        vent accidental starting or unauthorized op-
                        eration by children or others.         1 Start switch
                                                              The engine will not start under any of the fol-
                                                              lowing conditions:
                                                               Clip is removed from the engine shut-off
                                                               switch.
                                                               Throttle lever is squeezed.
                                                               Throttle lever is malfunctioning.
                                                              EJU31212
                                                              Throttle lever
                                                              The throttle lever increases the engine speed
                                                              when the lever is squeezed.
                        EJU46190
                        Start switch “  ” (VX-C)                         1
                        ECJ01311

                        Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on
                        land. Also, do not run the engine for more
                        than 15 seconds without supplying water,
                        otherwise the engine could overheat.
                        The start switch (green button) starts the en-
                        gine when the switch is pushed.        1 Throttle lever
                        Release the start switch as soon as the en-
                                                              The throttle lever returns automatically to its
                        gine starts to run. If the engine does not start
                                                              fully closed (idle) position when released.
                        in 5 seconds, release the start switch, wait 15
                        seconds, and then try again. NOTICE: Never


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                        EJU43343                              Since the strength of the jet thrust determines
                        RiDE lever (VX / VX DELUXE /
                                                              the speed and degree of a turn, throttle must
                        VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                                                              always be applied when attempting a turn,
                        When the RiDE lever is squeezed, the reverse
                                                              except at trolling speed.
                        gate lowers and the watercraft starts moving
                                                              This model is equipped with the Yamaha En-
                        in reverse. If the watercraft is moving forward,
                                                              gine  Management  System (YEMS) that in-
                        the watercraft gradually slows down until it
                                                              cludes an off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
                        stops, and then the watercraft starts moving
                                                              It will activate at planing speeds should you
                        in reverse.
                                                              attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing
                                                              the throttle lever. The OTS system assists in
                                             1                turning by continuing to supply some thrust
                                                              while the watercraft is decelerating, but you
                                                              can turn  more sharply if you  apply  throttle
                                                              while turning the handlebars. The OTS sys-
                                                              tem does not function below planing speeds
                                                              or when the engine is off. Once the engine
                                                              slows down, the watercraft will no longer turn
                                                              in response to handlebar input until you apply
                                                              throttle again or you reach trolling speed.
                          1 RiDE lever
                                                              EJU35975
                        When the RiDE lever is released, it automati-  Cooling water pilot outlet
                        cally returns to its fully closed (idle) position  When the engine  is running, some of the
                        and the reverse gate moves to the neutral po-  cooling water that is circulated in the engine
                        sition.                               is discharged from  the cooling  water pilot
                        EJU31263                              outlet.
                        Steering system
                        By turning the handlebars in the direction you
                        wish to travel, the angle of the jet thrust noz-
                        zle is changed, and the direction of the water-
                        craft is changed accordingly.




                                                  1
                                                                     1
                                                               1 Cooling water pilot outlet
                                                              There is a cooling water pilot outlet on the
                                                   2          port (left) side of the watercraft. To check for
                                                              proper operation of the cooling system, make
                                                              sure that water is being discharged from the
                          1 Handlebar
                          2 Jet thrust nozzle                 cooling water pilot outlet. If water is not being
                                                              discharged from the outlet, stop the engine


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                        and check the jet intake for clogging. (See  (3) Securely tighten the drain screw until it
                        page 112 for information on the jet intake.)  stops.
                        TIP
                         It will take about 60 seconds for the water
                          to reach the outlet after the engine is start-
                          ed.
                         Water discharge may not  be  constant
                          when the engine is running at idling speed.
                          If this occurs, apply a little throttle to make
                          sure that water discharges properly.

                        EJU40323
                        Water separator
                        The water separator prevents water from en-
                        tering the fuel tank by collecting any water
                        that has entered the fuel tank breather hose if
                        the watercraft was capsized.
                        If water has collected in the water separator,
                        drain it by loosening the drain screw.


                                                         1

                                                         2








                          1 Water separator
                          2 Drain screw
                        To drain water from the water separator:
                        (1) Place a drain pan or dry cloth under the
                            water separator.
                        (2) Gradually loosen the drain screw to drain
                            the water. Catch the draining water in the
                            drain pan or soak it up with the dry cloth
                            so that it does not spill into the engine
                            compartment. If any water spills into the
                            watercraft, be sure to wipe it up with a
                            dry cloth.



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                        EJU40014                                 reverse, and the “R” (reverse) shift indi-
                         Watercraft operation functions
                                                                 cator will be displayed.
                        EJU43156
                        Shift system (VX / VX DELUXE /                             1
                        VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                        EWJ01774

                         Make sure that there are no obstacles or
                          people behind you before  shifting  into
                          reverse.
                         Do not touch the reverse gate while the
                          RiDE lever is being operated, otherwise
                                                               1 RiDE lever
                          you could be pinched.
                         If the RiDE  lever and throttle lever are
                          being operated at the same time, do not                     1
                          release only the RiDE lever. Otherwise,
                          the watercraft  could accelerate more
                          quickly than expected, which may lead
                          to an accident.

                        The RiDE lever and throttle lever can be oper-                       2
                        ated to change the forward or rearward
                        movement of the watercraft only when the
                        engine is running.  When the  RiDE  lever is  1 Reverse gate
                        squeezed, the reverse gate lowers and de-  2 Reverse position
                        flects the water jet being discharged from the  VX
                        jet thrust nozzle so that the watercraft moves     1
                        in reverse or is in neutral. When the throttle le-
                        ver is squeezed, the reverse gate rises and
                        the watercraft moves forward.
                        TIP
                         This  model is equipped with a function
                          which limits the engine speed in reverse.
                         When the  engine is started,  the reverse
                          gate automatically moves to the neutral po-
                          sition.
                                                               1 “R” (Reverse position)
                        To shift into reverse:
                        (1) Release the throttle lever.
                        (2) Squeeze the  RiDE lever. The reverse
                            gate will lower, the engine speed will in-
                            crease, the watercraft will start moving in


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                        VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED   VX
                                                                           1



                                                MPH
                                                RPM


                          14.3V
                                                       1
                          1 “R” (Reverse position)             1 “N” (Neutral position)
                        To shift into neutral from reverse:   VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED
                        Release the RiDE lever. The reverse gate will
                        automatically return to the neutral position
                        and the “N” (neutral) shift indicator will be dis-
                        played.                                                      MPH

                                                                                     RPM
                                         1
                                                               14.3V
                                                                                            1
                                                               1 “N” (Neutral position)
                                                              TIP
                                                              Although the neutral position helps keep the
                                                              watercraft from moving even when the en-
                          1 RiDE lever                        gine is running, some movement may occur.
                                                              To shift into forward:
                                              1
                                                              (1) Release the RiDE lever.
                                                              (2) Squeeze the throttle lever. The reverse
                                                                 gate  will rise completely, the engine
                                                                 speed will increase, the watercraft will
                                                                 start moving forward, and the “F” (for-
                                                        2        ward) shift indicator will be displayed.


                          1 Reverse gate
                          2 Neutral position





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                                                              VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED

                                   1


                                                                                     MPH
                                                                                     RPM


                                                               14.3V
                                                                                            1
                          1 Throttle lever
                                                               1 “F” (Forward position)
                                                              TIP
                                                              If the RiDE lever is squeezed while the throttle
                                             1
                                                              lever is squeezed, the watercraft  will  slow
                                                              down, and once stopped, move in reverse.
                                                              To shift into neutral from forward:
                                                         2
                                                              (1) Release the throttle lever.
                                                              (2) Lightly squeeze and release the RiDE le-
                                                                 ver. The “N” (neutral) shift indicator will
                          1 Reverse gate                         be displayed.
                          2 Forward position
                        VX
                                     1













                          1 “F” (Forward position)












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                        VX                                    EJU40003
                                                               Watercraft operation modes
                                     1
                                                               (VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /
                                                                        VX LIMITED)

                                                              EJU45892
                                                              Reverse assist
                                                              The reverse assist is a function for temporar-
                                                              ily increasing the engine speed when moving
                                                              in  reverse,  such as to  enter the water
                                                              smoothly when launching the watercraft from
                          1 “N” (Neutral position)            a trailer.
                        VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED   This function operates  after the engine is
                                                              started and only if the watercraft is not shifted
                                                              into forward.
                                                              TIP
                                                MPH           Once the watercraft is shifted into forward af-
                                                              ter the engine is started, the reverse assist
                                                RPM
                                                              cannot be operated.
                                                              Activating and deactivating the reverse
                          14.3V
                                                              assist
                                                       1      The activation of the reverse assist can be
                          1 “N” (Neutral position)            confirmed by the reverse assist indicator on
                                                              the multifunction information center.
                        TIP
                        If the RiDE lever is squeezed continuously,
                        the reverse gate will move to the reverse po-
                        sition.
                                                                                     MPH
                                                                                     RPM
                                                                        Reverse Assist  +2

                                                               14.3V
                                                                             1       2
                                                               1 Reverse assist indicator
                                                               2 Reverse assist level
                                                              To activate the reverse assist:
                                                              (1) Start the engine.
                                                              (2) Squeeze the RiDE lever to the fully open
                                                                 position, and then push the upper side of
                                                                 the “SPEED ADJUST” switch. Once the


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                            beeper sounds three times and the re-  speeds when the engine is running at idling
                            verse assist indicator is displayed,  the  speed.
                            engine speed will increase. The engine  This function can be used only when the wa-
                            speed can be adjusted to two levels: +1  tercraft is in neutral.
                            and +2.                           Activating and deactivating the T.D.E.
                                                              The activation of the T.D.E. can be confirmed
                                             1                by the T.D.E. indicator on the multifunction
                                                              information center.

                                                                           2   T.D.E. FORWARD
                                                                           3   T.D.E. REVERSE
                                                                                     MPH
                                                                                     RPM
                                                                         T.D.E. FORWARD
                          1 RiDE lever
                                                               14.3V
                                                                               1
                                                               1 T.D.E. indicator
                                                               2 Forward operation at a very low speed
                                                               3 Reverse operation at a very low speed
                                                              To activate the T.D.E.:
                                                              (1) Shift into neutral.
                                                              (2) Push the  upper side of  the “T.D.E.”
                                              1                  switch to move forward at a very  low
                                                                 speed or push the lower side of the
                          1 “SPEED ADJUST” switch
                                                                 “T.D.E.” switch to move in reverse at a
                        To deactivate the reverse assist:        very low speed.
                        Perform one of the following operations. The
                        beeper sounds two times and the reverse as-
                        sist indicator  disappears when the  reverse
                        assist is deactivated.
                         Relax your grip on the RiDE lever.
                         Push the lower side of the “SPEED AD-
                          JUST” switch when the reverse assist level
                          is set to +1.                                    1
                         Squeeze the throttle lever.
                        EJU46280
                        T.D.E. (thrust directional enhancer)   1 “T.D.E.” switch
                        The T.D.E. is a function for slightly lifting or
                        lowering the reverse gate from the neutral po-
                        sition  to  operate the watercraft at  very low


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                        TIP
                        While the T.D.E. is activated, the “N” (neutral)
                        shift indicator will be displayed and “0” will be
                        displayed on the speedometer.                                MPH

                        To deactivate the T.D.E.:                                    RPM
                        Perform one of the following operations. The       No Wake
                        T.D.E. indicator disappears and the T.D.E. is
                                                               14.3V
                        deactivated.
                         Squeeze the throttle lever.                        1
                         Squeeze the RiDE lever.              1 No-wake mode indicator
                         Push and  hold  the “CRUISE/NO WAKE”  To activate the no-wake mode:
                          switch.                             (1) Shift into neutral, or release the throttle
                         While moving forward at a very low speed,  lever and let the engine speed return to
                          push the lower side of the “T.D.E.” switch.  idle.
                         While moving in reverse at a very low
                                                              (2) Push and hold the “CRUISE/NO WAKE”
                          speed, push the upper side of the “T.D.E.”
                                                                 switch.  Once  the beeper sounds three
                          switch.
                                                                 times and the no-wake mode indicator is
                        TIP                                      displayed, the no-wake mode is activat-
                        The T.D.E. is also deactivated when the en-  ed.
                        gine is stopped.
                        EJU46420
                        No-wake mode
                        The no-wake mode is a function that main-
                        tains the engine speed at a fixed setting for
                        operating the watercraft at low speeds.
                        This function can be used only when the wa-
                        tercraft is in neutral, or when the watercraft is
                        shifted into forward and the engine is operat-                      1
                        ing at idling speed.
                                                               1 “CRUISE/NO WAKE” switch
                        TIP
                        If the no-wake mode is activated when the  To deactivate the no-wake mode:
                        watercraft is in neutral, the watercraft will au-  Perform one of the following operations. The
                        tomatically shift into forward and the water-  beeper sounds two times and the no-wake
                        craft will start moving at a low speed.  mode indicator  disappears when  the no-
                                                              wake mode is deactivated.
                        Activating and deactivating the no-wake    Push the “CRUISE/NO WAKE” switch.
                        mode                                   Squeeze the throttle lever.
                        The activation of the no-wake mode can be
                                                               Squeeze the RiDE lever.
                        confirmed by the no-wake mode indicator on
                        the multifunction information center.



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                        TIP                                   When the drive control mode is locked, a PIN
                        The no-wake mode is also deactivated when  must be entered to operate the drive control
                        the engine is stopped.                mode screen.
                                                              To select the maximum watercraft speed
                        EJU46380
                        Drive control mode                    setting:
                        The drive control mode is a function for set-  (1) Select “Speed”.
                        ting the maximum watercraft speed.    (2) Select the maximum  watercraft  speed
                        The maximum watercraft speed can be se-  setting.
                        lected from two settings.
                                                                               1
                        Activating the drive control mode
                        Activation of the drive control mode can be       Drive Control
                        confirmed by the drive control mode indica-          Speed
                        tor on  the multifunction information center.        Middle
                        When the drive control mode is activated, the         Low
                        drive control mode indicator is shown in light
                        yellow.
                                                                              Save
                                                1
                                                                               2
                                                               1 Maximum watercraft speed setting
                                                               2 “Save”
                                     Drive Control
                                                              (3) Select the “Save” button to complete the
                                                                 settings and return to the previous dis-
                                       Speed
                                                                 play.
                                        Lock                  Locking the drive control mode
                                                              The drive control mode can be locked.
                                                              To lock the drive control mode:
                          1 Drive control mode indicator
                                                              (1) Select “Lock”.
                        To operate the watercraft using the drive
                                                              (2) Input each digit of the 4-digit PIN, and
                        control mode:                            then push the “OK” button of the touch-
                        (1) Release the throttle lever and let the en-  pad control.
                            gine speed return to idle.
                        (2) Activate each drive control mode.
                        (3) Squeeze the throttle lever.                     Enter PIN
                        Selecting the drive control mode settings          * * * *
                        The drive control mode setting for the maxi-   1       2       3
                        mum watercraft speed is saved. In addition,    4       5       6
                        the activation and settings of the drive control  7    8       9
                        mode can be locked to prevent others from              0
                        changing them.




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                        To unlock the drive control mode:     (2) When the engine speed reaches the de-
                        (1) Select the drive control mode indicator.  sired cruise assist  setting, push  the
                        (2) Input each digit of the 4-digit PIN, and  “CRUISE/NO WAKE” switch. Once  the
                            then push the “OK” button of the touch-  beeper sounds three times and the
                            pad control.                         cruise assist indicator is displayed, the
                                                                 cruise assist is activated.
                        (3) Select “Lock”.
                        EJU46390
                        Cruise assist
                        The cruise assist is a function for maintaining
                        a desired engine speed within a fixed range
                        while  operating the watercraft.  Once the
                        cruise  assist  is activated, the set engine
                        speed can be increased or decreased. How-
                        ever, the adjustment is limited to a maximum
                        of five increments above or below the initial                       1
                        cruise assist setting.
                                                               1 “CRUISE/NO WAKE” switch
                        TIP
                        The cruise assist can only be set between en-  (3) When the cruise assist is activated, slow-
                        gine speeds of approximately 4000 r/min and  ly  squeeze the  throttle lever to  keep it
                        approximately 7000 r/min.                squeezed further than the position at
                                                                 which the cruise assist was set.
                        Activating and deactivating the cruise as-
                                                              TIP
                        sist
                        Activation of the cruise assist can be con-  Check the multifunction information center to
                        firmed by the cruise assist indicator on the  make sure that the cruise assist is activated
                        multifunction information center.     before squeezing the throttle lever to the full
                                                              throttle position. If the cruise assist is not ac-
                                                              tivated, the engine will respond normally to
                                                              the throttle operation.

                                                              (4) Once the cruise assist is activated, push
                                                MPH
                                                                 the upper side of the “SPEED ADJUST”
                                                RPM
                                                                 switch to increase the set engine speed
                                   Cruise Assist  +4
                                                                 or the  lower side of the  “SPEED AD-
                          14.3V                                  JUST” switch to decrease the set engine
                                                                 speed. The engine  speed can  be
                                        1      2
                                                                 changed in the range of the cruise assist
                          1 Cruise assist indicator
                                                                 levels –5 to +5.
                          2 Cruise assist level
                        To activate the cruise assist:
                        (1) Operate the throttle lever until the de-
                            sired engine speed is reached.



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                                              1

                          1 “SPEED ADJUST” switch
                        TIP
                        Because the cruise assist can only be set be-
                        tween engine speeds of approximately 4000
                        r/min  and approximately 7000  r/min, the
                        cruise assist level cannot be adjusted to an
                        engine speed outside of this range.
                        To deactivate the cruise assist:
                        Relax your grip on the throttle lever past the
                        position at which the cruise assist was set.
                        The beeper sounds two times and the cruise
                        assist indicator disappears when the cruise
                        assist is deactivated.




























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                        EJU44572
                            Multifunction information             1        2 3 4     5    6
                                center (VX-C / VX)
                        The multifunction information center displays
                        various watercraft information.
                                         1             2



                                                                                 8        7
                                                               1 Fuel level meter
                                                               2 Shift indicator (VX)
                                                               3 Engine overheat warning indicator
                                                               4 Check engine warning indicator
                                                               5 Tachometer / hour meter / voltmeter
                                                               6 Oil pressure warning indicator
                          1 Information display
                                                               7 Fuel level warning indicator
                          2 “WARNING” indicator light
                                                               8 Speedometer
                        Multifunction information center initial op-
                                                              EJU46430
                        eration                               Speedometer
                        When the multifunction information center is  The speedometer shows the watercraft
                        activated, all of the display segments come  speed.
                        on. After 2 seconds, the warning indicators in
                        the information display go off, and then the
                        center starts to operate normally.
                        Multifunction information center standby
                        state
                        If the  multifunction information center  does
                        not receive any operation input within 30 sec-
                        onds after the engine stops, the center will
                        turn off and enter a standby state. When the
                        engine is started again, the displays return to          1
                        their state before the center turned off, and  1 Speedometer
                        then the center starts to operate normally.
                                                              By switching the display units, the speed can
                        EJU35028
                        Information display                   be shown in kilometers per hour “km/h” or
                        The information display shows watercraft op-  miles per hour “MPH”.
                        erating conditions.                   TIP
                                                              “MPH” is selected as the display unit at the
                                                              Yamaha factory.







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                        To switch the speedometer display units
                        (VX-C):                                                             2
                        Start the engine, stop the engine, and then
                        push the engine stop switch 3 times, pushing
                        the switch for 0.4 seconds or more each time,  1
                        before the  multifunction information center
                        turns  off. The speedometer display  units
                        change.
                        To  switch the speedometer display units
                        again, repeat this procedure.
                                                               1 Clip
                                                               2 Engine shut-off switch









                                                   1

                          1 Engine stop switch
                                                                                 1
                                                               1 Speedometer
                                                              EJU44650
                                                              Tachometer
                                                              The tachometer shows the engine speed.
                                                                                     1




                                            1
                          1 Speedometer
                        To switch the speedometer display units
                        (VX):
                        Start the engine, stop the engine, and then
                                                               1 Tachometer
                        remove and insert the clip 3 times before the
                        multifunction information center turns  off.  TIP
                        The speedometer display units change.  While the engine is stopped, the battery volt-
                        To  switch the speedometer display units  age and the total engine hours are displayed
                        again, repeat this procedure.         alternately.



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                        EJU46200                              error code will be displayed alternately at 3-
                        Shift indicator (VX)
                        This indicator shows the  reverse gate  shift  second intervals.
                        positions: “F” (forward), “N” (neutral), and “R”  Hour meter
                        (reverse).  (See page 36 for shifting proce-  The hour meter shows the total number of
                        dures.)                               hours that the engine has been running since
                                                              the watercraft was new.
                                     1
                                                         2
                                                                                     1
                                                         3

                                                         4





                          1 Shift indicator
                          2 “F” (Forward position)             1 Hour meter
                          3 “N” (Neutral position)
                          4 “R” (Reverse position)            TIP
                                                              The elapsed time will be kept even if the bat-
                        EJU44701
                        Hour meter and voltmeter              tery terminals have been disconnected.
                        The hour meter and voltmeter are displayed
                        in the tachometer portion of the information  Voltmeter
                                                              The voltmeter shows the battery voltage.
                        display while the engine is stopped.
                                                              When the battery voltage is normal, the volt-
                        The hour meter and voltmeter are displayed
                                                              meter displays approximately 12 volts.
                        alternately at 3-second intervals.
                                                              If the battery voltage has dropped significant-
                                               1              ly, “Lo” is displayed on the voltmeter, and all
                                                              other display segments  of the information
                                                              display turn off. If the battery voltage has ris-
                                                              en significantly, “HI” is displayed. If “Lo” or
                                                              “HI” is displayed, immediately return to shore
                                                              and have a Yamaha dealer service the water-
                                                              craft.


                          1 Hour meter and voltmeter

                        TIP
                        If the engine is stopped after the check en-
                        gine warning is activated, the hour meter and




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                                               1












                          1 Voltmeter
                                                              If the fuel level warning is activated, refill the
                        EJU37272                              fuel tank as soon as possible. (See page 67
                        Fuel level meter
                                                              for information on filling the fuel tank.)
                        The fuel level meter shows the amount of fuel
                                                              After the fuel tank is refilled, the warning sig-
                        remaining in the fuel tank. The amount of re-
                                                              nals will  be cleared when  the engine  is  re-
                        maining fuel is shown using four display seg-
                                                              started.
                        ments, which disappear one at a time as the
                                                              EJU43721
                        fuel level decreases.                 Oil pressure warning
                        TIP                                   If the oil pressure drops significantly, the oil
                        The accuracy of the fuel level meter varies  pressure warning indicator, the check engine
                        depending on the operating conditions. Use  warning indicator, and the “WARNING” indi-
                        this function as a reference only.    cator light blink, and the buzzer sounds inter-
                                                              mittently for 30 seconds. At the same time,
                            1                                 the maximum engine speed is limited.












                          1 Fuel level meter
                        EJU44711
                        Fuel level warning                    If the oil pressure warning is activated, imme-
                        If the fuel remaining in the fuel tank drops to  diately reduce the engine  speed,  return to
                        about 18 L (4.8 US gal, 4.0 Imp.gal), the low-  shore, and then check the engine oil level.
                        est fuel level segment, the fuel level warning  (See page 69 for information on checking the
                        indicator, and the “WARNING” indicator light  engine oil level.) If the oil level is sufficient,
                        blink, and the buzzer sounds intermittently for  have a Yamaha dealer check the watercraft.
                        30 seconds.



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                        EJU43902
                        Engine overheat warning
                        If the engine temperature rises significantly,
                        the engine overheat warning indicator, the
                        check  engine warning indicator, and the
                        “WARNING” indicator light blink, and the
                        buzzer sounds intermittently. After 5  sec-
                        onds, the engine overheat warning indicator
                        and the “WARNING” indicator light stop
                        blinking  and remain on,  and the  buzzer
                        sounds continuously. After 30 seconds, the
                                                              EJU44691
                        buzzer stops. While the engine overheat  Check engine warning
                        warning is activated, the  maximum  engine  If a sensor malfunction or a short circuit is de-
                        speed is limited.                     tected,  the check engine  warning indicator
                                                              and the “WARNING” indicator light blink, and
                                                              the buzzer sounds intermittently for 30 sec-
                                                              onds.










                        If the engine overheat warning is activated,
                        immediately reduce the engine speed, return
                        to shore, and then make sure that water is
                        being discharged from the cooling water pilot  If the engine is stopped after the check en-
                        outlet while the engine is running. If there is  gine warning is  activated, the  tachometer
                        no discharge of water, stop the engine, and  portion of the information display will show
                        then check the jet intake for clogging. (See  the hour meter and error code alternately at
                        page 112 for information on the jet intake.)  3-second intervals.
                        NOTICE: If you cannot locate and correct
                        the  cause of the  overheating, consult  a
                        Yamaha dealer. Continuing to operate at
                        higher speeds could result in severe en-
                        gine damage. [ECJ00042]









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                                                              EJU45943
                                               1                 Multifunction information
                                                                    center (VX DELUXE /
                                                                VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                                                              The multifunction information center displays
                                                              various watercraft information.
                                                              The multifunction information center can turn
                                                              the various functions on or off or change set-
                                                              tings by using the d-pad of the  touchpad
                                                              control.
                          1 Error code
                                                              In addition, the language and display units
                        If the check engine warning is activated, im-  shown can be changed. (See page 53 for in-
                        mediately reduce the engine speed, return to  formation on changing the language and dis-
                        shore, and have a Yamaha dealer check the  play units.)
                        engine.                               Turning on the multifunction information
                                                              center
                                                              When the engine start/stop switch is pushed,
                                                              the multifunction information center turns on.
                                                              After the logo display appears for a few sec-
                                                              onds, the home screen is displayed.
                                                              TIP
                                                              The multifunction information center is turned
                                                              on, even if the engine start/stop switch is also
                                                              pushed briefly.
                                                              Turning off the multifunction information
                                                              center
                                                              If the multifunction information center does
                                                              not receive any operation input within 25 sec-
                                                              onds after the engine stops or if 3 minutes
                                                              have elapsed after the engine stops, the cen-
                                                              ter turns off.
                                                              TIP
                                                              The multifunction information center turns off
                                                              3 minutes after the engine stops even if there
                                                              is operation input.
                                                              EJU45951
                                                              Operation buttons
                                                              This model is equipped with a touchpad con-
                                                              trol to operate the multifunction information
                                                              center.



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                                                              EJU46290
                                                              Display
                                                              The display is configured as shown below.
                                           1
                                                                                           1
                                           2            3



                                                                                    MPH
                                                                                    RPM
                          1 D-pad
                                                                 14.3V
                          2 “BACK” button
                                                                               2
                          3 “OK” button
                                                               1 Screen tab bar
                        D-pad
                                                               2 Center display
                        Operate the  d-pad to switch or select
                        screens for each item.
                        If the right side of the d-pad is pushed when
                        the home screen is displayed, the multifunc-
                        tion information center switches in the follow-
                        ing order.                                             1
                        Home screen → Drive control screen → En-  1 Warning bar
                        gine lock screen → Setting screen → Infor-  Screen tab bar
                        mation screen → Home screen           When each symbol is selected, the watercraft
                        “BACK” button                         information, function settings, and other in-
                        Push this button to go back to the previous  formation are shown  in the center display.
                        screen.                               (See page 52 for information on each screen.)
                        Push and hold the  “BACK” button and the  Center display
                        “OK” button simultaneously to display the  The center display shows the watercraft in-
                        home screen.                          formation, function settings, and other infor-
                        “OK” button                           mation according  to the symbol on  the
                        Push this button to select the currently high-  screen tab bar that is selected.
                        lighted item.                         Warning bar
                                                              The warning bar is shown when an error or
                        TIP
                                                              malfunction is detected.
                        Push this button to stop the buzzer when a
                                                              Push the “OK” button of the touchpad control
                        warning is activated.
                                                              when  the warning symbol is displayed  to
                                                              show the warning  description, error  code,
                                                              and other information in the center display.
                                                              (See page 55 for information about the warn-
                                                              ing descriptions.)





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                                                     1        TIP
                                                              The accuracy of  the  fuel  level meter varies
                                                              depending on the operating conditions. Use
                                                              this function as a reference only.
                                               MPH
                                                              EJU45151
                                                              Home screen “ ”
                                               RPM
                                                              The center display of the home screen shows
                                                              the speedometer and the indicators for the
                            14.3V
                                                              operation modes. (See page 39 for informa-
                             2           3           4
                                                              tion on the functions of the various modes.)
                          1 Fuel level meter
                          2 Voltmeter                         TIP
                          3 Tachometer                        If the engine speed increases while the drive
                          4 Shift indicator                   control mode screen, setting menu screen, or
                        Voltmeter                             engine lock screen  is  displayed, the  multi-
                        The voltmeter shows  the battery  voltage.  function information center will automatically
                        When the battery voltage is normal, the volt-  switch to the home screen.
                        meter displays approximately 14 volts.
                        If the  battery voltage has dropped or risen           1
                        significantly, the battery voltage warning will
                        activate and the  voltage display will blink.
                        (See page 56 for information on the battery                    MPH
                        voltage warning.)
                                                                                      RPM
                        Tachometer
                        The tachometer shows the engine speed and
                        the number of display segments.
                        Shift indicator                        2    Reverse Assist  +2
                        This indicator shows the  reverse gate  shift  3  T.D.E. FORWARD
                        positions: “F” (forward), “N” (neutral), and “R”
                                                               4    No Wake
                        (reverse).  (See page 36 for shifting proce-
                        dures.)                                5    Cruise Assist  +4
                        Fuel level meter
                        The fuel level meter shows the amount of fuel  6  Drive Control
                        remaining in the fuel tank using the number of  1 Speedometer
                        display segments.                      2 Reverse assist indicator
                        If the amount of remaining fuel is low, the fuel  3 T.D.E. indicator
                                                               4 No-wake mode indicator
                        level warning will activate. (See page 55 for
                                                               5 Cruise assist indicator
                        information on the fuel level warning.)
                                                               6 Drive control indicator
                                                              Speedometer
                                                              The speedometer shows the watercraft
                                                              speed.


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                        TIP                                        Item          Description
                         The display units of the speedometer are          Shows the hours of engine
                          selected according to the display units of  Trip time*  operation that have
                                                                            elapsed since the item
                          the multifunction information center. (See        was last reset.
                          page 54 for information on switching the          Shows the distance trav-
                          display units.)                       Distance trav-  eled by the watercraft
                         When operating the watercraft in reverse,  eled*  since the item was last re-
                                                                            set.
                          or when moving forward or in reverse at a
                                                                            Shows the total hours of
                          very low speed using the T.D.E., “0” will be  Total engine   engine operation that have
                          displayed on the speedometer.            hours    elapsed since the water-
                                                                            craft was new.
                        EJU45970                                            Shows the average dis-
                        Information screen “  ”                 Average fuel   tance that was traveled by
                        The information screens show the trip infor-  consumption   the watercraft on 1.0 gal-
                                                               per gallon or li-
                        mation and fuel information in the center dis-      lon or 1.0 liter of fuel since
                                                                    ter*
                        play.                                               the item was last reset.
                                                                            Shows the total fuel that
                        TIP                                                 has been consumed by
                        The display units for the distances and fuel  Total fuel used*  the engine in gallons or li-
                                                                            ters since the item was
                        amounts are selected according to the dis-
                                                                            last reset.
                        play  units of  the multifunction information       Shows the current fuel
                        center. (See page 54 for information on  Fuel consump-  consumption in gallons
                                                                tion per hour
                        switching the display units.)                       per hour or liters per hour.
                                                              * This item can be reset by pushing the “OK”
                                                              button of the touchpad control.
                                                              To reset all items, select “Reset All”.
                                     Trip/Fuel Info           EJU45170
                         1     0.7 Trip Hrs.  1.6 Av MPG  4   Drive control mode screen “ ”
                                                              The drive control mode screen  shows  the
                         2     0.6 Trip Miles  0.3 Gal used  5
                                                              setting screen for the drive control mode in
                         3     0.9 Engine Hrs.  0.6 GpH   6
                                                              the center display. (See page 42 for informa-
                                       Reset All              tion on the drive control mode.)
                                                              EJU45981
                                         7                    Setting menu screen “ ”
                          1 Trip time                         The setting menu screen shows a menu for
                          2 Distance traveled                 accessing the screens for the following func-
                          3 Total engine hours
                                                              tions.
                          4 Average fuel consumption per gallon or liter
                                                               Changing the PIN
                          5 Total fuel used
                                                               Selecting the display units
                          6 Fuel consumption per hour
                                                               Selecting the display language
                          7 “Reset All”
                                                               Displaying the time since the last mainte-
                                                               nance
                                                               Resetting the settings

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                                       Settings                               Unit
                             PIN Settings     Language
                                                                             Metric
                                Unit           Wellness
                                                                            US Unit
                                        Reset


                        Changing the PIN (“PIN Settings”)     To select the display units:
                        The PIN can be changed to any 4-digit num-  Select “US Unit” or “Metric”, and then push
                        ber.                                  the “BACK” button of the touchpad control.
                                                              Selecting the display language (“Lan-
                                                              guage”)
                                     PIN Setting
                                                              The display language for the multifunction in-
                                      * * * *                 formation  center can  be selected from  the
                                 1       2       3            following languages.
                                 4       5       6             English
                                 7       8       9             French
                                         0                     Spanish


                        To change the PIN:
                                                                           Language
                        (1) Input the current PIN, and then push the
                            “OK” button of the touchpad control.            English
                        (2) Input the new PIN,  and  then  push the
                                                                            Français
                            “OK” button of the touchpad control.
                        Selecting the display units (“Unit”)                Español
                        The following display units can be selected
                        for the display units of the multifunction infor-
                        mation center.                        To select the display language:
                         “US Unit”: Distances are shown in miles,  Select the desired language, and then push
                          speeds are shown in  MPH,  and fuel  the “OK” button of the touchpad control.
                          amounts are shown in gallons.       Displaying the time since the last mainte-
                         “Metric”: Distances  are shown in kilome-  nance (“Wellness”)
                          ters, speeds are shown in km/h, and fuel  The total number of hours that the engine has
                          amounts are shown in liters.        been running since the last watercraft main-
                                                              tenance can be displayed.





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                                                              EJU45190
                                                              Engine lock screen “   ”
                                                              The engine lock  screen shows the  setting
                                      Wellness
                                                              screen for the Yamaha Security System in the
                              Time Since Last Maintenance     center display. (See page 31 for Yamaha Se-
                                                              curity System setting procedures.)
                                            0Hrs
                                                              EJU46401
                                                              Warning function
                                        Reset
                                                              The multifunction information center can indi-
                                                              cate the following warnings.
                                                               Fuel level warning
                        To reset the number of hours of opera-   Battery voltage warning
                        tion:                                  Check engine warning
                                                               Engine overheat warning
                        Select “Reset”.
                                                               Oil pressure warning
                        Resetting the settings (“Reset”)
                        The settings can be reset to their factory de-   Other warnings (communication errors, ex-
                                                               ceeding the maintenance intervals, and so
                        fault settings. The items that are reset and the
                                                               on)
                        default settings are as follows.
                                                              To stop the buzzer when a malfunction is ac-
                         Display units: US Unit
                                                              tivated, correct the cause of the problem and
                         Language: English
                                                              start the engine again, or push the “OK” but-
                         Trip time: 0.0
                                                              ton of the touchpad control.
                         Distance traveled: 0.0
                         Average fuel consumption per gallon or li-
                          ter: 0.0
                         Total fuel used: 0.0
                                                                                          1

                                        Reset
                                   Reset To Factory?

                                        Reset                  1 “OK” button
                                                              Fuel level warning
                                                              If the amount of remaining fuel is low, the low-
                                                              est fuel level segment blinks  orange, “Low
                        To reset the settings:
                                                              Fuel” is displayed  on the  display, and  the
                        Select “Reset”.
                                                              buzzer sounds intermittently.








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                                                              shore, and have a Yamaha dealer check the
                                                              engine.
                                                              TIP
                                                              Push the “OK” button of the touchpad control
                                                MPH
                                                              to display a description of the warning in the
                                                              center display.
                                                RPM
                                                   Low        Engine overheat warning “  ”
                                                   Fuel
                                                              If  the   engine  temperature  rises
                          14.3V
                                                              significantly, “  ” and “  ” are shown in the
                                                              warning bar, and the buzzer sounds continu-
                        If the fuel level warning is activated, refill the
                                                              ously.
                        fuel tank as soon as possible. (See page 67
                        for information on filling the fuel tank.)
                        Battery voltage warning
                        If the battery voltage is less than 12 volts or
                        more than 18 volts when the engine is  not
                                                              If the engine overheat warning is activated,
                        running, the voltage display of the voltmeter
                                                              immediately reduce the engine speed, return
                        blinks.
                                                              to shore, and then make sure that water is
                                                              being discharged from the port (left) cooling
                                                              water pilot outlet while the engine is running.
                                                              If there is no discharge of water, stop the en-
                                                              gine, and then check the jet intake for clog-
                                                MPH
                                                              ging. (See page 112 for information on the jet
                                                RPM           intake.) NOTICE: If you cannot locate and
                                                              correct the cause of the overheating, con-
                                                              sult a Yamaha dealer. Continuing to oper-
                          10.8V                               ate at higher speeds could result in severe
                                                              engine damage. [ECJ00042]
                        If the battery voltage warning is activated,
                        have the watercraft serviced by  a  Yamaha
                        dealer as soon as possible.
                        Check engine warning “  ”
                        If a sensor malfunction  or a short circuit is
                        detected, “  ” is shown in the warning bar,
                        and the buzzer sounds intermittently.





                        If the check engine warning is activated, im-
                        mediately reduce the engine speed, return to


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                        TIP                                   If a warning is activated, have the watercraft
                         While the engine overheat warning is acti-  serviced by a Yamaha dealer as soon as pos-
                          vated, the maximum engine speed is limit-  sible.
                          ed.                                 TIP
                         Push the “OK” button of the touchpad con-  Push the “OK” button of the touchpad control
                          trol to display a description of the warning  to display a description of the warning in the
                          in the center display.              center display.
                        Oil pressure warning “  ”
                        If the oil pressure drops significantly, “  ”
                        and “  ” are shown in the warning bar, and
                        the buzzer sounds intermittently.





                        If the oil pressure warning is activated, imme-
                        diately reduce the engine  speed, return to
                        shore, and then check the engine oil level.
                        (See page 69 for information on checking the
                        engine oil level.) If the oil level is sufficient,
                        have a Yamaha dealer check the watercraft.
                        TIP
                         While the oil pressure warning is activated,
                          the maximum engine speed is limited.
                         Push the “OK” button of the touchpad con-
                          trol to display a description of the warning
                          in the center display.
                        Other warnings (communication errors,
                        exceeding the maintenance intervals, and
                        so on) “  ”
                        If any other malfunction is detected or if the
                        engine has been operated for more than 50
                        hours since the last maintenance, the warn-
                        ing bar is shown instead of the tachometer
                        value display, “  ” is shown, and the buzz-
                        er sounds intermittently.








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                        EJU46302                              Cursor button “ / ”
                            Audio system (equipped            Press these buttons to skip to the previous or
                                     models)                  next track.
                        This model is equipped with an audio system  Cursor button “ / ”
                        that can be connected via Bluetooth.  Press these buttons to adjust the volume.
                                                              TIP
                                                              Playing  music may stop  to save power  to
                                                              start the engine.
                           1                           1
                                                              To connect an external device:
                                                              (1) Turn on the Bluetooth function of the ex-
                                                                 ternal device, and  then search for this
                                                                 audio system.
                                                              (2) Turn the audio system on by pushing the
                                                                 power button on the audio control.
                          1 Speaker
                                                              (3) Select this audio system to connect to it.
                                                              To disconnect an external device:
                                                              Turn the Bluetooth function of the  external
                                                              device off.



                         4         3
                                       1   2
                         5         6
                          1 12V DC outlet
                          2 USB charger
                          3 Audio control
                          4 Cursor button
                          5 Play/Pause button
                          6 Power button
                        EJU46313
                        Audio control
                        This model is equipped with an audio control
                        to operate the audio system.
                        Power button
                        Press this button to turn the audio system on.
                        Play/Pause button
                        Press this button to play or pause.






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                        EJU46322                              EJU46332
                        Accessory outlet (VX DELUXE /           USB charger (VX DELUXE /
                           VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)             VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                        There is a 12 V DC outlet located inside the  There  is a USB  charger located inside  the
                        glove compartment.                    glove compartment. The USB charger can be
                        ECJ02920                              used to charge external devices.
                                                              ECJ02930
                         Do  not use an automotive  cigarette
                          lighter or other accessories that get hot  The load must never exceed 10.5 W (2.1 A),
                          because the outlet can be damaged.  otherwise the fuse may blow or the battery
                         The load must never exceed 120 W (10 A),  may discharge.
                          otherwise the fuse may blow or the bat-
                          tery may discharge.



                                                                                             1

                           1




                                                               1 USB charger

                          1 12V DC outlet




























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                        EJU40338
                                    Equipment
                        EJU31045
                        Seats
                        The front and rear seats are removable.
                        Remove the seats to access the engine com-
                        partment and seat storage compartment.
                        To remove the rear seat:
                        (1) Pull the rear seat latch up, and then lift up
                            the rear of the seat.

                                               1              (2) Push the rear of the seat down to secure-
                                                                 ly lock it in place.










                          1 Seat latch
                        (2) Pull the seat rearward and remove it.

                                                              To remove the front seat:
                                                              (1) Remove the rear seat.
                                                              (2) Pull the front seat latch up, and then lift
                                                                 up the rear of the seat.





                                                                                             1
                        To install the rear seat:
                        (1) Insert the projections on the front of the
                            seat into the stays on the deck.


                                                               1 Seat latch
                                                              (3) Pull the seat rearward and remove it.






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                                                              is facing rearward. WARNING! Do not use
                                                              the handgrip to lift the watercraft.  The
                                                              handgrip is not  designed to support the
                                                              watercraft’s weight. If the handgrip
                                                              breaks, the watercraft could  fall, which
                                                              could result in severe injury. [EWJ00022]

                                                                                              1


                        To install the front seat:
                        (1) Insert the projection on the front of the
                            seat into the stay on the deck.



                                                               1 Handgrip
                                                              EJU37383
                                                              Reboarding grip
                                                              The reboarding grip is used when boarding
                                                              the watercraft from the water.



                                                                                          1
                        (2) Push the rear of the seat down to secure-
                            ly lock it in place.







                                                               1 Reboarding grip
                                                              EJU34867
                                                              Reboarding step (VX / VX DELUXE /
                                                              VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                                                              The reboarding step is used to assist in re-
                                                              boarding the watercraft from the water.
                        (3) Securely install the rear seat in its original
                                                              When boarding the watercraft, push the re-
                            position.
                                                              boarding step down until it stops. The step
                        EJU31365
                        Handgrip                              returns automatically to its original position
                        The handgrip is used when boarding the wa-  when released. WARNING! Do not use the
                        tercraft from the water and when the spotter  reboarding step to lift the watercraft. The


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                        reboarding step is not designed to support  boarding step for any other purpose. The
                        the watercraft’s weight. If the reboarding  watercraft can be damaged.
                        step  breaks,  the watercraft could fall,
                                                              EJU34874
                        which could result in severe injury. [EWJ01212]  Bow eye
                        VX / VX DELUXE                        The bow eye is used to attach a rope to the
                                                              watercraft  when transporting, mooring, or
                                                 1            towing it in an emergency. (See page 114 for
                                                              information on towing the watercraft.)









                          1 Reboarding step
                        VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED
                                                                 1
                                                               1 Bow eye
                                                 1
                                                              EJU34883
                                                              Stern eyes
                                                              The stern eyes are used to attach a rope to
                                                              the watercraft when transporting or mooring
                                                              it.




                          1 Reboarding step




                                                                               1



                                                               1 Stern eye
                                                              EJU40423
                                                              Cleat
                                                              The cleat is used to attach a ski rope to the
                                                              watercraft  when pulling a wakeboarder or
                        ECJ00743
                                                              water-skier.  WARNING! Do not use the
                                                              cleat to lift the watercraft. The cleat is not
                        Use the reboarding step only to board the
                                                              designed to support the watercraft’s
                        watercraft in the water. Do not use the re-

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                        weight. If the cleat breaks, the watercraft  EJU31686
                                                              Storage compartments
                        could fall, which could result in severe in-
                                                              This watercraft is equipped with the following
                        jury. [EWJ01511]
                                                              storage compartments.
                                                              The storage compartments are not designed
                                                              to be waterproof.  If you carry objects that
                                                     1        must be kept dry, put them in a waterproof
                                                              bag.
                                                              Make sure  that the storage  compartments
                                                              are closed securely before operating the wa-
                                                              tercraft.
                                                              EJU45250
                                                              Bow storage compartment
                                                              The bow storage compartment is located un-
                          1 Cleat                             der the hood.
                        EJU34895                              To open the bow storage compartment:
                        Pull-up cleats (VX CRUISER / VX
                                                              Pull the hood latch rearward, and then lift up
                        LIMITED)
                        The pull-up cleats are used to attach a rope  the rear of the hood.
                        to the watercraft when mooring it.                                   1
                        To use a pull-up cleat, pull it up. The pull-up
                        cleat returns automatically to its original posi-
                        tion when released. WARNING! Do not use
                        the pull-up cleats to lift the watercraft. The
                        pull-up cleats are not designed to support
                        the watercraft’s weight. If the pull-up
                        cleats break, the watercraft could fall,
                        which could result in severe injury. [EWJ00822]
                                                               1 Hood latch
                                                       1
                                                                               1
                                   2








                          1 Pull-up cleat (VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                          2 Pull-up cleat (VX LIMITED)         1 Bow storage compartment






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                                                              To open the glove compartment:
                          Bow storage compartment:
                            Capacity:                         Pull the glove compartment latch  up,  and
                              92.0 L (24.3 US gal, 20.2 Imp.gal)  then lift up the lid.
                            Load limit:
                              5.0 kg (11 lb)

                        To close the bow storage compartment:
                        Push the rear of the hood down to securely
                        lock it in place.                                                 1






                                                               1 Glove compartment latch







                        EJU46212                                                      1
                        Glove compartment
                        The glove compartment is located in front of
                        the seat.
                        TIP
                         Make sure the seal of lid is intact, clear and
                                                               1 Glove compartment
                          properly positioned before using.
                         Completely  dry inside of the glove com-  Glove compartment:
                          partment and its contents before and after  Capacity:
                          using.                                    16.5 L (4.4 US gal, 3.6 Imp.gal)
                                                                  Load limit:
                         Make sure nothing is pinches between the
                                                                    1.5 kg (3 lb)
                          glove compartment and the lid when clos-
                          ing the glove compartment.
                                                              To close the glove compartment:
                         VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED:
                                                              Push the lid down to securely lock it in place.
                          Make sure the seals around the USB char-
                          ger and 12V DC outlet are intact and prop-
                          erly positioned before using.
                         VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED:
                          When not in use, the rubber caps for the
                          USB charger and 12V DC outlet should be
                          installed to cover the connectors.





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                                                                             1
                                                                                              2








                        To drain water from the glove compart-  1 Lid
                                                               2 Latch
                        ment:
                        (1) Remove the drain plug on the bottom of
                            the glove compartment to drain the wa-                    1
                            ter.

                                                         1






                                                               1 Seat storage compartment
                                                                Seat storage compartment:
                                                                  Capacity:
                          1 Drain plug                              5.4 L (1.4 US gal, 1.2 Imp.gal)
                                                                  Load limit:
                        (2) Securely install the drain plug in it original  3.0 kg (7 lb)
                            position.
                        EJU46011                              To close the seat storage compartment:
                        Seat storage compartment
                        The seat storage compartment is located un-  (1) Insert the projections on the lid into the
                        der the rear seat.                       slots on the seat storage compartment.
                        The storage compartment is removable.
                        To open the seat storage compartment:
                        (1) Remove the rear seat. (See page 60 for
                            seat removal and installation proce-
                            dures.)
                        (2) Push the latch forward, and then lift up
                            the lid and remove it.





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                        (2) Push the rear of the lid down.



                                                                       1


                                                                                           2




                                                               1 Fire extinguisher holder and cover
                                                               2 Band
                        (3) Securely install the rear seat in its original
                            position.                         (3) Place the fire extinguisher in the fire ex-
                        EJU46030                                 tinguisher cover, and then securely fas-
                        Fire extinguisher holder and cover       ten the fire extinguisher with the band.
                        The fire extinguisher holder and cover are lo-
                                                              (4) Push the rear of the hood down to se-
                        cated in the bow storage compartment.
                                                                 curely lock it in place. Make sure that the
                        To use the fire extinguisher holder and  hood is securely closed before using the
                        cover:                                   watercraft.
                        (1) Pull the hood latch rearward, and then lift
                            up the rear of the hood.

                                                        1












                          1 Hood latch
                        (2) Unhook the band and remove the fire ex-
                            tinguisher from the fire extinguisher cov-
                            er.












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                        EJU31823                              Gasohol  containing ethanol can  be used  if
                                Fuel requirements
                                                              the ethanol  content  does not exceed 10%
                        EJU45302
                        Fuel                                  and the fuel meets the minimum octane rat-
                        EWJ00283                              ings. E-85 is a fuel blend containing 85% eth-
                                                              anol and therefore must not be used in this
                         Gasoline and  gasoline vapors are ex-  watercraft.  All ethanol blends  containing
                          tremely flammable. To avoid  fires  and  more than 10% ethanol can cause fuel sys-
                          explosions and to reduce the risk of in-  tem  damage or  engine performance prob-
                          jury when refueling, follow these in-  lems.
                          structions.                         Yamaha does not recommend gasohol con-
                         Gasoline is poisonous and can cause in-  taining methanol because it can cause fuel
                          jury or death. Handle gasoline with care.  system damage  and engine performance
                          Never siphon gasoline by mouth. If you  problems.
                          should swallow some gasoline, inhale a  To fill the fuel tank:
                          lot of gasoline vapor, or get some gaso-  (1) Before refueling, stop the engine. Do not
                          line in your eyes, see your doctor imme-  stand or sit on the watercraft. Never refu-
                          diately. If gasoline spills on  your skin,  el while smoking, or while in the vicinity
                          wash with soap and water. If gasoline  of sparks, open flames, or other sources
                          spills  on your clothing, change  your  of ignition.
                          clothes.                            (2) Place the watercraft in a well-ventilated
                                                                 area and in a horizontal position.
                        ECJ00322
                                                              (3) Remove the seats, and then check the
                         Do  not  use leaded gasoline. Leaded   fuel level. (See page 60 for seat removal
                          gasoline can seriously damage the en-  and installation procedures.)
                          gine.                               (4) Loosen the fuel filler cap and remove it.
                         Avoid getting water and contaminants in
                          the  fuel  tank. Contaminated fuel can
                          cause poor performance  and engine
                          damage. Use only fresh  gasoline that                      1
                          has been stored in clean containers.

                          Recommended fuel:
                            Regular unleaded gasoline with a
                            minimum octane rating of
                              86
                               (Pump octane number) = (R + M)/2
                                                               1 Fuel filler cap
                              90 (Research octane number)
                                                              (5) Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank.
                        Gasohol
                                                                Fuel tank capacity:
                        There are two types of gasohol: gasohol con-
                                                                  70 L (18.5 US gal, 15.4 Imp.gal)
                        taining ethanol and gasohol containing meth-
                        anol.

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                                                                                        1
                                                                                             2











                                                               1 Top of the fuel tank
                        (6) Stop filling  when the  fuel level reaches
                                                               2 Approximately 50 mm (2 in) from top of the
                            approximately 50 mm (2 in) from the top
                                                                 fuel tank
                            of the fuel tank. Do not overfill the fuel
                                                              (7) Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately with
                            tank. Because fuel expands when it
                                                                 a dry cloth.
                            heats up, heat from the engine or the sun
                                                              (8) Securely install the fuel filler cap by tight-
                            can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank.
                                                                 ening it until it clicks.
                            Do not  leave the watercraft with  a full
                            tank in direct sunlight.          (9) Securely install the seats in their original
                                                                 positions.



                                                    1
                                                     2



                          1 Top of the fuel tank
                          2 Approximately 50 mm (2 in) from top of the
                            fuel tank


















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                        EJU40291                              Checking the engine oil level
                             Engine oil requirements          EWJ00341
                        EJU43951
                        Engine oil
                                                              Engine oil is extremely hot immediately af-
                        ECJ00282
                                                              ter the engine is turned off. Coming in con-
                        Use only 4-stroke engine oil. Usage of 2-  tact with or getting any engine oil on your
                        stroke engine oil could result in severe en-  clothes could result in burns.
                        gine damage.                          ECJ00392

                          Recommended engine oil:              Do not run the engine with too much or
                            YAMALUBE 4W or 4-stroke motor oil
                          Recommended engine oil type:         not enough oil in the oil tank, otherwise
                            SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40,        the engine could be damaged.
                            20W-50                             Make sure that debris and water do not
                          Recommended engine oil grade:        enter the oil tank filler hole. Debris and
                            API SG, SH, SJ, SL
                                                               water in the engine oil can cause serious
                                                               engine damage.
                        Why Yamalube
                        YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part  TIP
                        born of the engineers’ passion and belief that
                                                               When checking the engine oil level on land,
                        engine oil is an important liquid engine com-
                                                               the engine must be running while water is
                        ponent. We form teams of specialists in the
                                                               being supplied to the cooling water pas-
                        fields of mechanical engineering, chemistry,
                                                               sages. (See “Flushing  the cooling  water
                        electronics and track testing, and have them
                                                               passages” on page 97 for information on
                        develop the engine together with the oil it will
                                                               supplying water.)
                        use. Yamalube oils take full advantage of the
                                                               When checking the engine oil level on wa-
                        base oil’s qualities and blend in the ideal bal-
                                                               ter, moor the watercraft so that it will not
                        ance of additives to make sure the final oil
                                                               drift away.
                        clears our performance standards. Thus,
                        Yamalube mineral, semisynthetic and syn-  To check the engine oil level:
                        thetic oils have their own distinct characters  (1) With the engine stopped, place the wa-
                        and value. Yamaha’s experience gained over  tercraft in a precisely level position on
                        many years of research  and development  land or launch the watercraft.
                        into oil since the  1960’s helps make  (2) Look in all directions, and then start the
                        Yamalube the best choice for your Yamaha  engine. (See page 84 for information on
                        engine.                                  starting the engine.)
                                                              (3) Run the engine at idling speed for 6 min-
                                                                 utes or more. Run the engine an addi-
                                                                 tional 5 minutes if  the  ambient
                                                                 temperature is 20 °C (68 °F) or less.
                                                              (4) Stop the engine.




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                        (5) Remove the seats. (See page 60 for seat  (10) Securely install the oil tank filler cap and
                            removal and installation procedures.)  turn it until it stops.
                        (6) Loosen the oil tank filler cap and remove  (11) Securely install the seats in their original
                            it, and then wipe  the attached dipstick  positions.
                            clean.




                                                   1








                          1 Oil tank filler cap/Dipstick
                        (7) Screw the oil tank filler cap into the filler
                            hole until it stops. Remove the oil tank
                            filler cap again and make sure that the
                            engine oil level is between the minimum
                            and maximum level marks.









                                1    2      3



                          1 Dipstick
                          2 Maximum level mark
                          3 Minimum level mark
                        (8) If the  engine oil  level is significantly
                            above the maximum level mark, consult
                            a Yamaha dealer. If the engine oil level is
                            below the minimum  level  mark, slowly
                            add engine oil.
                        (9) Repeat steps 6–8 until the engine oil is at
                            the proper level.


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                        EJU40022                                 as dirt or sand. Otherwise, the stern
                            Draining the bilge water
                                                                 drain plugs could be damaged, allow-
                        ECJ01302
                                                                 ing water to enter the engine compart-
                                                                 ment. Check the O-rings on the stern
                        Do not run the engine at full throttle when
                                                                 drain plugs  and make  sure that the
                        bilge water remains in the engine com-
                                                                 plugs are tightened  securely  before
                        partment. The bilge water can splash into
                                                                 launching the  watercraft. Otherwise,
                        the engine, which can result  in  severe
                                                                 water may flood the engine compart-
                        damage.
                                                                 ment and cause the watercraft to sub-
                        EJU44262                                 merge. [ECJ00364]
                        Draining the bilge water on land
                        To drain the bilge water on land:
                        (1) Loosen the stern drain plugs and remove
                            them.






                                                                                   1
                                               1               1 O-ring
                                                              (5) Securely install the stern drain plugs by
                                                                 tightening them until they stop.
                                                              EJU40536
                          1 Stern drain plug                  Draining the bilge water on water
                                                              A small quantity of bilge water will remain in
                        (2) Raise the bow of the watercraft, such as
                                                              the engine compartment even after the bilge
                            by placing the watercraft on a slope, to
                                                              water is drained on  water. To completely
                            drain the bilge  water from  the  engine
                                                              drain the bilge water, remove the watercraft
                            compartment.
                                                              from the water and drain the bilge water on
                        (3) After the bilge water has drained from the
                                                              land.
                            stern drain plug holes, wipe up any re-
                                                              Jet vacuum bilge draining system
                            maining moisture in the engine compart-
                                                              While the watercraft is operating, bilge water
                            ment with a dry cloth.
                                                              in the engine compartment is drawn in by the
                        (4) Check that the stern drain plugs and O-
                                                              vacuum that is generated in the jet pump and
                            rings on the plugs are not damaged and
                                                              discharged from the watercraft through the
                            that there is no foreign material on the
                                                              jet thrust nozzle.
                            threads or O-rings on the plugs.
                                                              To drain the bilge water on water:
                            NOTICE: Before  installing the stern
                                                              Operate the watercraft as straight as possible
                            drain plugs, clean  the  drain plug
                                                              and above planing speed for at least 2 min-
                            threads and the O-rings on the plugs
                                                              utes. NOTICE: Do not run the engine at full
                            to remove any foreign materials, such
                                                              throttle for at least 1 minute after the en-
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                        gine has been restarted. Bilge water in the  EJU42434 Transporting on a trailer
                        engine compartment can splash into the
                                                              When transporting the watercraft on a trailer,
                        engine, which can result in severe dam-
                                                              secure the tie downs to the trailer through the
                        age. [ECJ00554]
                                                              bow eye and stern eyes. NOTICE: Do not at-
                                                              tach ropes or tie downs to any part of the
                                                              watercraft  other than  the bow eye  and
                                                              stern eyes to secure the watercraft to the
                                                              trailer. Otherwise, the watercraft may be
                                                              damaged. Wrap the ropes  or  tie  downs
                                                              with towels or rags where they touch the
                                                              body of the watercraft to avoid scratches
                                                              or damage. [ECJ02151]













































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                        EJU32787
                                 Engine break-in
                        ECJ00432

                        Failure to perform the engine break-in
                        could result in reduced engine life or even
                        severe engine damage.
                        The engine break-in is essential to allow the
                        various components of the engine to  wear
                        and polish themselves to the correct operat-
                        ing clearances. This ensures proper perfor-
                        mance and promotes longer component life.
                        To perform the engine break-in:
                        (1) Check the engine oil level. (See page 69
                            for information on checking  the  engine
                            oil level.)
                        (2) Launch the watercraft and start the en-
                            gine. (See page 84 for information  on
                            starting the engine.)
                        (3) For the first 5 minutes, operate with the
                            engine at idling speed.
                        (4) For the next 30 minutes, operate with the
                            engine speed below 5000 r/min.
                        (5) For the next 1 hour, operate with the en-
                            gine speed below 6500 r/min.
                        After the engine break-in is complete, the wa-
                        tercraft can be operated normally.






















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                        EJU31984

                        EWJ00413

                        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.

                        EJU41237
                        Pre-operation checklist
                        Before using this watercraft, be sure to perform the checks in the following checklist.
                        PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS

                                  ITEM                         ROUTINE                   PAGE
                                                Ventilate the engine compartment.
                         Engine compartment                                               76
                                                Check inside the engine compartment for damage.
                                                Check the fuel system for leakage.
                         Fuel system                                                      76
                                                Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
                         Water separator        Check the water separator for water.      76
                         Engine unit            Check the exterior of the engine unit for damage.  77
                         Engine oil level       Check the engine oil level.               77
                         Bilge water            Check the engine compartment for bilge water.  77
                         Battery                Check the battery connections.            77
                         Steering system        Check the steering system for proper operation.  77
                         RiDE lever (VX /
                         VX DELUXE /            Check the RiDE lever for proper operation.  78
                         VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                         Throttle lever         Check the throttle lever for proper operation.  78
                         Yamaha Security System   Check the Yamaha Security System for proper op-
                         (VX DELUXE /           eration.                                  78
                         VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                         Engine shut-off cord (lan-  Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for dam-  78
                         yard)                  age.
                                                VX-C:
                                                Check the start switch, engine stop switch, and en-
                                                gine shut-off switch for proper operation.
                         Switches                                                         79
                                                VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED:
                                                Check the engine start/stop switch and engine
                                                shut-off switch for proper operation.
                                                Check the storage compartments for damage and
                         Storage compartments                                             80
                                                water.
                         Fire extinguisher holder,   Check the fire extinguisher holder, cover, and band   80
                         cover, and band        for damage.
                         Fire extinguisher      Check the condition of the fire extinguisher.  80
                                                Check that safety equipment meeting the applica-
                         Safety equipment                                                 80
                                                ble regulations is on board.

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                                  ITEM                         ROUTINE                   PAGE
                         Hull and deck          Check the hull and deck for damage.       80
                         Jet intake             Check the jet intake for damage and clogging.  80
                         Jet thrust nozzle and re-
                         verse gate (VX /       Check the jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate for   81
                         VX DELUXE /            damage.
                         VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                                                Check the stern drain plugs for damage and foreign
                         Stern drain plugs                                                81
                                                material and check that they are securely installed.
                         Hood                   Check that the hood is securely closed.   81
                         Front and rear seats   Check that the seats are securely installed.  60
                        POST-LAUNCH CHECKS
                                  ITEM                         ROUTINE                   PAGE
                                                Check that water is discharged from the cooling
                         Cooling water pilot outlet                                       81
                                                water pilot outlet while the engine is running.
                         Multifunction information   Check the multifunction information center for prop-
                         center                 er operation.                             82
                         Shift system (VX /
                         VX DELUXE /            Check the shift system for proper operation.  82
                         VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                         Engine idling speed    Check the engine idling speed.            82

                        TIP
                        To ensure safety and reliability, pre-operation checks should be made each time the water-
                        craft is used.




























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                        EJU32282                              EJU34215
                           Pre-operation check points         Fuel system checks
                                                              EWJ00382
                        EJU40099
                        Pre-launch checks
                        Perform the pre-launch checks in the pre-op-  Leaking fuel can result in fire or explosion.
                        eration checklist while the watercraft is  on   Check for fuel leakage regularly.
                        land.                                  If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys-
                        To perform the pre-launch checks:      tem must be repaired by a qualified me-
                        (1) Remove the seats and  seat  storage  chanic. Improper repairs can make the
                            compartment. (See page 60 for seat re-  watercraft unsafe to operate.
                            moval and  installation procedures and
                                                              Make sure that there is no damage, leakage,
                            page 65 for information on the seat stor-
                                                              or other problem in the fuel system.
                            age compartment.)
                                                              Check:
                        (2) Perform the checks and make sure that
                                                               Fuel filler cap and seal for damage
                            there are no malfunctioning items or oth-
                                                               Fuel tank for damage and leakage
                            er problems.
                                                               Fuel hoses and joints for damage and leak-
                        (3) After completing these checks, securely
                                                               age
                            install the seat storage compartment and
                                                               Fuel tank breather hose  for damage and
                            seats in their original positions.
                                                               leakage
                        EJU32334
                        Engine compartment check              EJU36875
                                                              Fuel level check
                        EWJ00462
                                                              Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
                                                              Add fuel if necessary. (See page 67 for infor-
                        Failure  to  ventilate the engine compart-
                                                              mation on filling the fuel tank.)
                        ment could result in a fire or explosion. Do
                                                              EJU32424
                        not start the engine if there is a fuel leak.  Water separator check
                                                              Make sure that no water has collected in the
                        Ventilate the engine compartment. Leave the  water separator. If water has collected in the
                        engine compartment open for a few minutes  water separator, drain it. (See page 35 for in-
                        to allow any fuel vapors to escape.   formation on draining the water separator.)
                        Make sure that there is no damage inside the
                        engine compartment.
                                                                                              1






                                                               1 Water separator





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                        EJU40182                              EJU32488
                        Engine unit check                     Battery checks
                        Check the exterior of the engine unit for dam-  Make sure that the battery terminals are not
                        age or other problem.                 damaged and that the battery leads are con-
                        EJU41561                              nected properly. WARNING! Never operate
                        Engine oil level check
                        Make sure that the engine oil level is between  the watercraft if the battery does not have
                                                              sufficient power to start the engine or if it
                        the minimum and maximum level marks on
                                                              shows any other signs of decreased pow-
                        the dipstick attached to the oil tank filler cap.
                                                              er. Loss of battery power may leave you
                        (See page 69 for information on checking the
                                                              stranded. [EWJ01242]
                        engine oil level.)
                                                               1
                                                                             2
                                                   1







                                                               1 Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
                          1 Oil tank filler cap/Dipstick
                                                               2 Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead
                                                              Make sure that the battery is securely held in
                                                              place.
                                                              EJU32614
                                                              Steering system checks
                                                              Turn the handlebars to the right and left sev-
                                                              eral times  to  make sure that operation is
                                                              smooth and unrestricted throughout the
                                1    2      3                 whole range, and that the free play is not ex-
                                                              cessive.

                          1 Dipstick
                          2 Maximum level mark
                          3 Minimum level mark
                        EJU32456
                        Bilge water check
                        Make sure that no bilge water has collected in
                        the engine compartment. If bilge water has
                        collected in the engine compartment, drain it.
                        (See page 71 for information on draining the
                        bilge water.)




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                        Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the
                        right and left to make sure that the jet thrust
                        nozzle moves as the handlebars are turned,
                        and that there is no difference between the
                        right and left fully turned positions of the jet
                        thrust nozzle.






                                                              EJU42181
                                                              Throttle lever checks
                                                              Operate the throttle lever several times to
                                                              make sure that operation is smooth through-
                                                              out the whole range. Also, make sure that the
                                                              throttle lever returns automatically to its fully
                                                              closed (idle) position when released.














                          Difference between fully turned posi-  EJU45351
                          tions of jet thrust nozzle (distances A   Yamaha Security System check
                          and B):                             (VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                            Maximum 5 mm (0.20 in)            Make sure that the Yamaha Security System
                                                              operates properly. (See page 31 for Yamaha
                        EJU43213                              Security System setting procedures.)
                        RiDE lever checks (VX / VX DELUXE /
                                                              EJU32666
                        VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)              Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check
                        Operate the RiDE lever several times to make  Make sure that the engine shut-off cord (lan-
                        sure that operation is smooth throughout the  yard) is not damaged. If the cord is damaged,
                        whole range. Also, make sure that the RiDE  replace it.  WARNING! Never try to repair
                        lever returns automatically to its fully closed  the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) or tie it
                        position when released.               together. The  engine  shut-off cord (lan-
                                                              yard) may not pull free when the operator
                                                              falls off, allowing the watercraft to contin-
                                                              ue to run and cause an accident. [EWJ01222]


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                                                              (See page 32 for information on operating
                                                              each switch.)
                                                                                   1
                                                                                               2









                        EJU46231
                        Switch checks                                                        3
                        ECJ01311
                                                               1 Clip
                                                               2 Engine shut-off switch
                        Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on  3 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
                        land. Also, do not run the engine for more
                        than 15 seconds without supplying water,
                        otherwise the engine could overheat.
                        VX-C:
                        Check the start switch, the engine stop
                        switch, and  the engine shut-off  switch for
                        proper operation. (See pages 32 to 33 for in-
                        formation on operating each switch.)
                                                                               1
                                       1     2     3
                                                               1 Engine start/stop switch
                                                              To check the operation of the switches
                                                              (VX-C):
                                                              (1) Push the start switch to make sure that
                                   4                             the engine starts.
                                                              (2) As  soon as the  engine starts running,
                                      5
                                                                 push the engine stop switch to  make
                                                                 sure that the engine stops immediately.
                          1 Engine shut-off switch
                                                              (3) Restart the engine, and then pull the en-
                          2 Clip
                          3 Start switch                         gine  shut-off cord (lanyard) to  remove
                          4 Engine stop switch                   the clip from the engine shut-off switch
                          5 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)       to make sure that the engine stops im-
                                                                 mediately.
                        VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                        LIMITED:
                        Check the engine start/stop switch and the
                        engine shut-off switch for proper operation.


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                        To check the operation of the switches
                        (VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /  VX
                        LIMITED):
                        (1) VX DELUXE /   VX CRUISER /   VX
                            LIMITED: If the lock mode is selected for
                            the Yamaha Security System setting, se-
                            lect the unlock mode. (See page 31 for
                            Yamaha Security System setting proce-
                            dures.)
                        (2) Push the engine start/stop switch  to
                                                              To check the fire  extinguisher, see  the  in-
                            make sure that the engine starts.
                                                              structions supplied by the fire extinguisher
                        (3) As soon as the  engine  starts  running,
                                                              manufacturer. Always keep the fire extin-
                            push  the engine start/stop  switch to
                                                              guisher secured in the holder with its cover in
                            make sure that the engine stops immedi-
                                                              place.
                            ately.
                                                              Always carry a fire extinguisher on board. A
                        (4) Restart the engine, and then pull the en-
                                                              fire extinguisher is not  standard  equipment
                            gine shut-off cord (lanyard) to  remove
                                                              with this watercraft. If you do not have one,
                            the clip from the engine shut-off switch
                                                              contact a Yamaha dealer or a fire extinguish-
                            to make sure that the engine stops im-
                                                              er dealer to obtain one meeting the proper
                            mediately.
                                                              specifications.
                        EJU40102
                        Storage compartment checks
                        Make  sure that  the storage compartments  Fire extinguisher:
                                                                  Classification:
                        are not damaged and that water has not col-
                                                                    5-B (B-1)
                        lected in the compartments. (See page 63 for  Capacity:
                        information on the storage compartments.)   2 lb or more
                        EJU43800
                        Fire extinguisher holder, cover, and band   EJU40122
                        checks                                Safety equipment check
                        Make sure that the fire extinguisher holder,  Check that safety equipment meeting the ap-
                        cover, and band are not damaged and that  plicable regulations is on board.
                        the fire extinguisher is securely held in place  EJU32353
                                                              Hull and deck check
                        using the band. (See page 66 for information
                                                              Check the hull and deck for damage or other
                        on the fire extinguisher holder, cover, and
                                                              problem.
                        band.)                                EJU32657
                        EJU32535                              Jet intake checks
                        Fire extinguisher check               Make sure that the jet intake is not damaged
                        Check that there is a full fire extinguisher on
                                                              or clogged with weeds or debris. If the jet in-
                        board.
                                                              take is clogged, clean it. (See page 112 for in-
                                                              formation on the jet intake.)
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                        EJU43221
                        Jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate check
                        (VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                        LIMITED)
                        Check the jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate
                        for damage or other problem.
                        EJU44252
                        Stern drain plug checks                                     1
                        Loosen  the stern  drain plugs and remove
                        them, and then make sure that the plugs and
                        O-rings on the plugs are not damaged and
                        that there is no foreign material  on  the  1 Stern drain plug
                        threads or O-rings  on  the plugs.  NOTICE:  EJU41441
                        Before installing the stern drain plugs,  Hood check
                        clean the drain plug threads and the O-  Push down on the rear of the hood and make
                        rings on the plugs to remove any foreign  sure that it is securely closed.
                        materials, such as dirt or sand. Otherwise,
                        the stern drain plugs could be damaged,
                        allowing water to enter the engine com-
                        partment. Check the O-rings on the stern
                        drain plugs and make sure that the plugs
                        are tightened securely before launching
                        the  watercraft. Otherwise, water may
                        flood the engine compartment and cause
                        the watercraft to submerge. [ECJ00364]
                                                              EJU40147
                                                              Post-launch checks
                                                              Perform the post-launch checks in the pre-
                                                              operation checklist while the watercraft is in
                                                              the water and the engine is running.
                                                              To perform the post-launch checks:
                                              2               (1) Launch the watercraft. (See page 84 for
                                                                 information on launching the watercraft.)
                                              1               (2) Perform the checks and make sure that

                          1 Stern drain plug                     there are no malfunctioning items or oth-
                          2 O-ring                               er problems.
                        Securely install the stern drain plugs by tight-  EJU40553
                                                              Cooling water pilot outlet check
                        ening them until they stop.           Make sure that water is discharged from the
                                                              cooling water pilot outlet while the engine is
                                                              running. (See page 34 for information on the
                                                              cooling water pilot outlet.)



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                                                                                     MPH
                                                                                     RPM
                                                                                     2
                                                                                     3
                                                               14.3V
                                                                                     4
                                                                                            1
                        EJU46240
                        Multifunction information center check  1 Shift indicator
                        Make sure that the multifunction information  2 “F” (Forward position)
                        center operates properly. (See page 45, 50  3 “N” (Neutral position)
                        for information on proper operation  of the  4 “R” (Reverse position)
                        multifunction information center.)    EJU40172
                                                              Engine idling speed check
                        EJU43394
                        Shift system check (VX / VX DELUXE /   Start the engine and warm it up. Use the ta-
                        VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)              chometer in the multifunction  information
                        Operate the throttle lever and RiDE lever, and  center to make sure  that the engine  idling
                        check that the watercraft moves or does not  speed is not significantly above or below the
                        move according to the displayed shift indica-  specified range.
                        tor. (See page 36 for shift system operation
                                                                Engine idling speed:
                        procedures.)  WARNING! To avoid colli-
                                                                  1500 ±100 r/min
                        sions, operate at safe speeds and keep a
                        safe distance away from people, objects,
                        and other watercraft. [EWJ01860]
                        VX
                                     1
                                                         2
                                                         3

                                                         4






                          1 Shift indicator
                          2 “F” (Forward position)
                          3 “N” (Neutral position)
                          4 “R” (Reverse position)




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                        EJU32905                              https://yamahawaverunners.com/orientation
                           Operating your watercraft
                                                              A DVD is also available at your nearest dealer
                        EWJ00512
                                                              for your convenience.
                                                              These materials should give you an under-
                        Before operating your watercraft, become
                                                              standing of the watercraft and its operation.
                        familiar with all of the controls. Consult a
                                                              Remember: This watercraft  is  designed to
                        Yamaha dealer about any control or func-
                                                              carry the operator and up to 2 passengers.
                        tion that you do not fully understand. Fail-
                                                              Never exceed the maximum load limit or al-
                        ure to understand how the controls work
                                                              low more than 3 persons (or 2 persons if a
                        could cause  an accident  or prevent you
                                                              wakeboarder or water-skier is being pulled)
                        from avoiding an accident.
                                                              to ride the watercraft at any time.
                        EJU32959
                        Getting to know your watercraft         Maximum load:
                        Operating your watercraft requires skills ac-  240 kg (530 lb)
                                                                  Load is the total weight of cargo, op-
                        quired through practice over a period of time.
                                                                  erator, and passengers.
                        Take the time to learn the basic techniques
                        well before attempting more difficult maneu-  EJU32996
                        vers.                                 Learning to operate your watercraft
                        Operating your new watercraft can be a very  Before operating the watercraft, always per-
                        enjoyable activity, providing you with hours of  form the pre-operation checks listed on page
                        pleasure. However, it is essential to familiar-  74. The short time spent checking the water-
                        ize yourself with the operation of the water-  craft will reward you with added safety and
                        craft to achieve the skill level necessary to  reliability.
                        enjoy riding safely.                  Check state and local laws before operating
                        Before  operating this watercraft,  read this  your watercraft.
                        owner’s/operator’s manual, the Riding Prac-  Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep
                        tice Guide, the Riding Instruction card, and all  a safe distance away from people, objects,
                        labels on the watercraft. Pay particular atten-  and other watercraft. Select a wide area to
                        tion to the safety  information  beginning  on  learn in, where  there is good visibility and
                        page 11. Also, watch the WaveRunner Basic  light boat traffic.
                        Orientation Video linked to the following QR
                        code.












                                                              Use the buddy system—operate with some-
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                        jects, and other watercraft. Be  alert for  EJU32804
                                                              Launching the watercraft
                        conditions that  limit  your visibility or block
                                                              When launching the watercraft,  make  sure
                        your vision of others.
                                                              that there are no obstacles around you.
                        You should grip  the handlebars  firmly  and
                                                              If the watercraft is launched from a trailer,
                        keep both feet on the floor of the footwell. Do
                                                              someone should make sure that waves do
                        not attempt to ride with passengers until your
                                                              not push the watercraft into the trailer.
                        operating skills are fully developed.
                                                              EJU46251
                        EJU40212                              Starting the engine on water
                        Riding position
                                                              EWJ01532
                        Operator riding position
                        The operator should grip the handlebars firm-
                                                              Do not apply throttle when anyone is at the
                        ly with both hands and sit astride the seat
                                                              rear of the watercraft. Turn the engine off
                        with both feet on the floor of the footwell.
                                                              or keep it at idle. Water and debris exiting
                                                              the jet thrust nozzle can cause severe in-
                                                              jury.
                                                              To start the engine:
                                                              (1) VX DELUXE /  VX CRUISER /    VX
                                                                 LIMITED: If the lock mode is selected for
                                                                 the Yamaha Security System setting, se-
                                                                 lect the unlock mode. (See page 31 for
                                                                 Yamaha Security System setting proce-
                                                                 dures.)
                        Passenger riding position             (2) Move the  watercraft to an  area  that is
                        The passenger(s) should hold on firmly, either  free from weeds and debris, and has a
                        to the person in front of them or to the hand-  water depth of at least 60 cm (2 ft) from
                        grip provided, and sit astride the seat with  the bottom of the watercraft.  NOTICE:
                        their feet on the floor of the footwell. Never al-  Never run the engine in water that is
                        low a passenger to ride in front of the opera-  less than 60 cm (2 ft) deep from the
                        tor. (See page 18 for information on the riding  bottom  of the watercraft, otherwise
                        position when pulling a wakeboarder or wa-  pebbles or sand could be sucked into
                        ter-skier.)                              the jet intake, causing impeller dam-
                                                                 age and engine overheating. [ECJ00473]















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                                                                                START






                        (3) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)  VX / VX DELUXE /  VX CRUISER / VX
                            to your left wrist, and then attach the clip  LIMITED: With the throttle lever released,
                            to the engine shut-off switch. (See page  push the engine start/stop switch (red
                            32 for information on operating the en-  button) to start the engine. (See page 32
                            gine shut-off switch.) WARNING! Check  for information on operating the engine
                            that the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)  start/stop switch.)
                            is attached  correctly. If the engine
                            shut-off cord (lanyard) is not attached
                            correctly, it may not pull free when the
                            operator falls off, allowing the water-
                            craft to continue to run and cause an
                            accident. [EWJ00583]
                                             1
                                                         2



                                                              EJU46260
                                                              Stopping the engine
                                                              Release the throttle lever, and then push the
                                                              engine stop switch (red button) (VX-C) or the
                                                              engine  start/stop switch (red  button) (VX /
                                                        3     VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) to
                          1 Clip                              stop the engine.  WARNING! You  need
                          2 Engine shut-off switch            throttle to  steer. Shutting the engine off
                          3 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)    can cause you to hit an obstacle you are
                        (4) VX-C: With  the throttle lever released,  attempting to avoid. A collision could re-
                            push the start switch (green button) to  sult in severe injury or death. [EWJ00602]
                            start the engine. (See page 33 for infor-
                            mation on operating the start switch.)






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                        VX-C                                  EJU44991
                                                              Operating the watercraft
                                                              VX-C:
                                                              When the  engine is running, the  watercraft
                                                              will move forward at trolling speed even if the
                                                              throttle lever is in the fully closed (idle) posi-
                                                              tion.






                        VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                        LIMITED





                                                              VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                                                              LIMITED:
                                                              When the throttle lever is squeezed, the “F”
                                                              (forward) shift indicator will be displayed and
                                                              the watercraft will move forward. While the
                                                              “F” (forward) shift indicator is displayed, the
                        EJU32874                              watercraft will move forward at trolling speed
                        Leaving the watercraft                even if the throttle lever is in the fully closed
                        If leaving the watercraft, remove the clip from
                                                              (idle) position. (See page 36 for shift system
                        the  engine shut-off switch  to prevent  acci-
                                                              operation procedures.)
                        dental starting or unauthorized operation by
                                                              VX
                        children or others.
                                                                           1










                                                               1 “F” (Forward position)







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                        VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED    device for avoiding  dangerous  situa-
                                                               tions.
                                                              Steering control depends on the combination
                                                              of handlebar position and the amount of
                                                MPH
                                                              throttle.
                                                              Water sucked in through the intake grate is
                                                RPM
                                                              pressurized by the impeller in the jet pump.
                                                              As the pressurized water is expelled from the
                          14.3V
                                                              pump through the jet thrust nozzle, it creates
                                                       1      thrust to move and steer the watercraft. The
                          1 “F” (Forward position)            higher the engine speed, the more thrust pro-
                                                              duced.
                                                              The amount of jet thrust, in addition to the po-
                                                              sition  of the handlebars, determines how
                                                              sharply you turn.
                                                              A. More throttle produces higher thrust, so
                                                                 the watercraft will turn more sharply.






                        EJU43424
                        Turning the watercraft
                        EWJ01784

                         Do not release the throttle lever when
                          trying to steer  away from  objects—as
                          with other powerboats, you need throt-
                                                              B. Less throttle produces lower thrust, so
                          tle to steer. A collision could result in se-
                                                                 the watercraft will turn more gradually.
                          vere injury or death.
                         When operating at higher speeds, make
                          gradual turns or slow down before turn-
                          ing. Sharp high-speed turns may cause
                          the watercraft to slide sideways or spin,
                          throwing the operator and passenger(s)
                          overboard, which could cause an injury.
                         VX /  VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                          LIMITED: Take early action to avoid col-
                          lisions. The RiDE system is not a braking
                                                              C. Releasing  the throttle lever completely
                                                                 produces only minimum thrust. If you are

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                            traveling  at speeds above trolling,  you  and the handlebars are turned when the
                            will  have rapidly decreasing ability  to  watercraft is cruising at planing speed,
                            steer without throttle. You may still have  the watercraft will turn gradually  while
                            some turning ability immediately after re-  slowing down.
                            leasing the throttle lever, but once the
                            engine slows down, the watercraft will no
                            longer respond to handlebar input until
                            you  apply throttle again or  you reach  E
                            trolling speed.
                            At trolling speed, the watercraft can be
                            turned gradually by handlebar position                            1
                            alone using  just the  amount of thrust
                            available at idle.

                                                               1 Reverse gate
                                                              This model is equipped with the Yamaha En-
                                                              gine  Management  System (YEMS) that in-
                                                              cludes an off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
                                                              It will activate at planing speeds should you
                                                              attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing
                                                              the throttle lever (see condition C above).
                                                              The OTS system assists in turning by con-
                                                              tinuing to supply some thrust while the water-
                        D. If the engine is stopped while riding,  craft is decelerating, but you can turn more
                            there is no thrust. The watercraft will go  sharply if you apply throttle while turning the
                            straight even though the handlebars are  handlebars. The OTS system does not func-
                            turned.                           tion below planing speeds or when the en-
                                                              gine is off. Once the engine slows down, the
                                                              watercraft will no longer turn in response to
                                                              handlebar input until you apply throttle again
                                                              or you reach trolling speed.
                                                              EJU45002
                                                              Stopping the watercraft
                                                              The watercraft is not equipped with a sepa-
                                                              rate braking system. The watercraft slows
                                                              down by water resistance or, when operating
                                                              in reverse, by the water jet. The watercraft
                                                              slows down as soon as the throttle lever is re-
                            You need throttle to steer.
                                                              leased, but will coast for a distance before
                                                              fully  stopping.  If you are  not sure you can
                        E.  VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                                                              stop in time before hitting an obstacle, apply
                            LIMITED: If the RiDE lever is squeezed
                                                              throttle and turn in another direction.

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                        From full speed, the watercraft comes to a   VX /  VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                        complete stop due to water resistance in ap-  LIMITED: To avoid rear-end collisions
                        proximately 70 m (230 ft) after the throttle le-  while operating the  watercraft,  check
                        ver is released or the engine is stopped,  behind you before using the RiDE lever
                        although this distance will vary depending on  to slow down or stop the watercraft.
                        many factors, including gross weight, water
                                                              EJU43447
                        surface conditions, and wind direction.  Operating the watercraft in reverse or
                                                              neutral (VX / VX DELUXE /
                                                              VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED)
                                                              Operating in reverse
                                                              When the RiDE lever is squeezed, the “R” (re-
                                                              verse) shift indicator will be displayed and the
                                                              watercraft will move in reverse. (See page 36
                                                              for shift system operation procedures.)
                                                              VX
                                                                           1

                        VX /  VX DELUXE /  VX CRUISER /  VX
                        LIMITED: If the RiDE lever is squeezed to
                        slow down, the stopping distance is approxi-
                        mately 30% shorter than when the RiDE lever
                        is not used. However, this distance will vary
                        depending on many factors, including gross
                        weight,  water surface conditions,  and wind
                        direction.
                                                               1 “R” (Reverse position)
                        EWJ01794
                                                              VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED
                         Allow adequate stopping distance. Stay
                          far enough away from others so you can
                          always safely coast to a stop.
                         Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-                 MPH
                          member, watercraft and other boats do                      RPM
                          not have brakes.
                         Operate defensively at safe speeds and
                          keep a safe distance away from people,  14.3V
                          objects, and other watercraft to give you                         1
                          time to stop.
                                                               1 “R” (Reverse position)
                         Do not shut the engine off when slowing
                          down in case you need engine power to
                          steer away from a boat or other obstacle
                          that comes into your path.


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                                                                                     MPH
                                                                                     RPM


                                                               14.3V
                                                                                            1
                        Make sure that there are no obstacles or peo-
                                                               1 “N” (Neutral position)
                        ple behind you before shifting into reverse.
                        TIP
                        This model is equipped with a function which
                        limits the engine speed in reverse.
                        Operating in neutral
                        When the RiDE lever is squeezed lightly and
                        released, the “N” (neutral) shift indicator will
                        be displayed and the watercraft will stop in its
                        current location. (See page 36 for shift sys-
                        tem operation procedures.)
                        VX                                    EJU36088
                                                              Boarding the watercraft
                                     1
                                                              EWJ01113
                                                              Be sure the operator and any passengers
                                                              have practiced boarding from the water
                                                              while still close to shore before riding. A
                                                              person who has made many unsuccessful
                                                              attempts to get back on the watercraft
                                                              may become fatigued and suffer from ex-
                                                              posure, increasing the  risk of injury and
                          1 “N” (Neutral position)            drowning.
                                                              Board the watercraft in water free from
                                                              weeds and debris and at least 60 cm (2 ft)
                                                              deep  from the bottom of  the watercraft.
                                                              NOTICE: Never run the engine in water
                                                              that is less than 60 cm (2 ft) deep from the
                                                              bottom of the watercraft, otherwise peb-
                                                              bles or sand could be sucked into the jet



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                        intake, causing impeller damage and en-
                        gine overheating. [ECJ00473]







                                     60 cm (2 ft)


                                                              (3) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
                                                                 to your left wrist, and then attach the clip
                        TIP                                      to the engine shut-off switch.
                        VX /  VX DELUXE /  VX CRUISER /  VX   (4) Grip the handlebars with both hands and
                        LIMITED: This watercraft is equipped with a  place both feet on the floor of the foot-
                        reboarding step, which can be lowered and  well.
                        used to assist in reboarding. (See page 61 for
                        information on  operating the reboarding
                        step.)
                        EJU36354
                        Boarding alone
                        (1) From  the rear of the  watercraft, place
                            both hands on the boarding platform,
                            pull yourself up, and  then  grasp  the
                            handgrip with one hand.

                                                              (5) Look  in all directions, start  the  engine,
                                                                 and then start off slowly.
                                                              EJU43261
                                                              Boarding with passenger(s)
                                                              EWJ01800

                                                               Severe internal injuries can occur if wa-
                                                               ter is forced into body cavities as a re-
                                                               sult of being near the jet thrust nozzle.
                                                               Do not start the engine until the passen-
                        (2) Pull yourself up to a kneeling position on  gers are  seated with  their feet on the
                            the boarding platform, and then move to  floor of the footwell and are securely
                            the seat and sit astride.          holding on to the person in front of them
                                                               or to the handgrip provided.
                                                               Before boarding the watercraft, make
                                                               sure that  the engine is  stopped. If the


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                          engine is running, the reverse gate may
                          move down  and a  person boarding
                          could be pinched.

                        The heavier the total weight of the operator
                        and passenger(s), the more difficult it will be
                        to balance the watercraft. Do not operate the
                        watercraft when the total weight exceeds 240
                        kg (530 lb) including any cargo.
                        To board with passenger(s):
                        (1) Board as noted in the previous section  (5) Have the  second passenger follow the
                            “Boarding alone”.                    same procedure. When the second pas-
                                                                 senger is boarding, try to  balance  the
                                                                 watercraft together with the first passen-
                                                                 ger.










                        (2) Grip the handlebars with both hands and
                            place both feet on the floor of the foot-
                            well.
                        (3) Have the first passenger move to the rear  (6) Make sure that  the passenger(s)  have
                            of the watercraft.                   their feet on the floor of the footwell and
                                                                 are securely holding on to the person in
                                                                 front of them or to the handgrip provided.











                        (4) Have the first passenger board using the
                            same procedure as the operator, place
                            their feet on the floor of the footwell, and
                            securely hold on to the operator.


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                        (7) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
                            to your left wrist, and then attach the clip
                            to the engine shut-off switch.
                        (8) Look in  all  directions, start the engine,
                            and then start off slowly.
                        EJU33085
                        Starting off
                        EWJ00714

                        To avoid collisions:
                         Scan constantly for people, objects, and
                                                              EJU44980
                          other watercraft. Be alert for conditions  Starting off from a trailer
                          that limit your visibility or block your vi-  VX-C:
                          sion of others.                     (1) Launch the watercraft, and then turn it
                         Operate defensively at safe speeds and  around so that the bow faces the direc-
                          keep a safe distance away from people,  tion you wish to go.
                          objects, and other watercraft.      (2) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
                         Do not follow directly behind watercraft  to your left wrist, and then attach the clip
                          or other boats. Do not go near others to  to the engine shut-off switch.
                          spray or splash them with water, go too  (3) Look  in all directions, start  the  engine,
                          close to other boats, or go too fast for  and then start off slowly.
                          the traffic conditions. Avoid sharp turns
                                                              VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX
                          or other maneuvers that make it hard for  LIMITED:
                          others to avoid you or understand where  (1) Launch the watercraft.
                          you  are going. Avoid  areas with sub-
                                                              (2) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
                          merged objects or shallow water.
                                                                 to your left wrist, and then attach the clip
                         Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-
                                                                 to the engine shut-off switch.
                          member, watercraft and other boats do
                                                              (3) Look in all directions, and then start the
                          not  have brakes. Do  not release the
                                                                 engine.
                          throttle lever when trying to steer away
                                                              (4) Squeeze the  RiDE lever and  move  the
                          from objects—as with  other power-
                                                                 watercraft back slowly. (See page 36 for
                          boats, you need throttle to steer.
                                                                 RiDE lever operation procedures.)
                        ECJ01341                              EJU33115
                                                              Boarding and starting off from a dock
                                                              (1) Board the watercraft from the side.
                        Never run the engine in water that is less
                                                              (2) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
                        than 60 cm (2 ft) deep from the bottom of
                                                                 to your left wrist, and then attach the clip
                        the watercraft, otherwise pebbles or sand
                                                                 to the engine shut-off switch.
                        could be sucked into the jet intake, caus-
                                                              (3) Push the watercraft away from the dock,
                        ing impeller damage and engine overheat-
                                                                 grip the handlebars with both hands, and
                        ing.
                                                                 place both feet on the floor of the foot-
                                                                 well.
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                        (4) Look in  all  directions, start the engine,
                            and then start off slowly.
                        EJU44211
                        Capsized watercraft
                        EWJ00672

                        Improper uprighting can cause injury.
                         Be sure to shut the engine off by pulling
                          on the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to
                          remove the clip from the engine shut-off
                          switch.
                                                              (3) Start the engine and operate the water-
                         Do not put your hands in the intake
                                                                 craft at planing speed to drain the bilge
                          grate.
                                                                 water  from the engine  compartment.
                        If the watercraft capsizes, turn it over imme-  (See page 71 for information on draining
                        diately.                                 the bilge water. If the engine does not
                        To upright the watercraft:               start, see “Towing  the  watercraft” on
                        (1) Remove the clip from the engine shut-off  page 114 or “Submerged watercraft” on
                            switch.                              page 114.) NOTICE: Do not run the en-
                        (2) Swim to the rear of the watercraft. Turn  gine at full throttle for at least 1 minute
                            the watercraft over by pulling on the ride  after the engine has been restarted.
                            plate with one hand while pushing down  Bilge  water in  the engine compart-
                            on the gunwale with your other hand or  ment can splash into  the  engine,
                            your foot.                           which can result in severe damage.
                                                                 [ECJ00554]
                                                              EJU44390
                                                              Beaching and docking the watercraft
                                                              To beach the watercraft (VX-C):
                                                              (1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim-
                                                                 mers, or obstacles near the beach.






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                        (2) Release the throttle lever  to  reduce  To dock the watercraft (VX-C):
                            speed about 70 m (230 ft) before you  (1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim-
                            reach the intended beaching area.    mers, or obstacles near the dock.
                        (3) Slowly approach the beach and stop the  (2) Release the throttle lever to reduce
                            engine just before reaching  land.   speed about 70 m (230 ft) away from the
                            WARNING! You need throttle to steer.  dock.
                            Shutting the engine off can cause you  (3) Slowly approach the dock and stop the
                            to hit an obstacle you are attempting  engine just before coming alongside it.
                            to avoid. A collision could result in se-  WARNING! You need throttle to steer.
                            vere injury or death. [EWJ00602]  NOTICE:  Shutting the engine off can cause you
                            Never run the engine in water that is  to hit an obstacle you are attempting
                            less than 60 cm (2 ft) deep from the  to avoid. A collision could result in se-
                            bottom  of the watercraft, otherwise
                                                                 vere injury or death. [EWJ00602]
                            pebbles or sand could be sucked into
                                                              (4) Come alongside the dock and get off the
                            the jet intake, causing impeller dam-
                                                                 watercraft.
                            age and engine overheating. [ECJ00473]
                                                              To   dock    the   watercraft  (VX /
                        (4) Get off the watercraft and pull it up on the
                                                              VX DELUXE /     VX CRUISER /    VX
                            beach.
                                                              LIMITED):
                        To   beach    the   watercraft  (VX /
                                                              (1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim-
                        VX DELUXE /     VX CRUISER /     VX
                                                                 mers, or obstacles near the dock.
                        LIMITED):
                                                              (2) Release the throttle lever to reduce
                        (1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim-
                                                                 speed about 70 m (230 ft) away from the
                            mers, or obstacles near the beach.
                                                                 dock.
                        (2) Release the throttle lever  to  reduce
                                                              (3) Slowly approach the dock using the
                            speed about 70 m (230 ft) before you
                                                                 throttle  lever  and RiDE lever to  control
                            reach the intended beaching area.
                                                                 the watercraft speed.
                        (3) Slowly approach the beach using  the
                                                              (4) After  coming alongside the dock, stop
                            throttle lever and  RiDE lever to control
                                                                 the engine, and then get off the water-
                            the watercraft speed.  NOTICE: Never
                                                                 craft.
                            run the  engine in water that is less  EJU37194
                            than 60 cm (2 ft) deep from the bottom  Operating in weeded areas
                            of the watercraft, otherwise pebbles  Always avoid using your watercraft in areas
                            or sand could be sucked into the jet  where weed growth is thick. If operating in
                            intake, causing impeller damage and  weeded areas is  unavoidable, alternately
                                                              squeeze the throttle lever and relax your grip
                            engine overheating. [ECJ00473]
                        (4) After reaching land, stop the engine, and  on the throttle lever to vary the engine speed.
                            then get off the watercraft and pull it up  Weeds tend to become clogged more when
                            on the beach.                     operating at a steady speed and at trolling
                                                              speed. If weeds may have clogged the intake
                                                              area, clean the jet intake. (See page 112 for
                                                              information on the jet intake.)
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                        EJU40243
                        After removing the watercraft from
                        the water
                        ECJ01311

                        Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on
                        land. Also, do not run the engine for more
                        than 15 seconds without supplying water,
                        otherwise the engine could overheat.
                        After operating and removing the watercraft
                        from the water, promptly discharge the  re-
                        maining water  from the cooling water  pas-
                        sages.
                        To discharge water from the cooling wa-
                        ter passages:
                        (1) Make sure that the area around the wa-
                            tercraft is clear, and then start  the en-
                            gine.
                        (2) Discharge the remaining water out of the
                            cooling  water passages by  alternately
                            squeezing and releasing the throttle lever
                            quickly for 10 to 15 seconds.
                        (3) Stop the engine.





























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                        EJU37148
                               Post-operation care
                        EWJ00332                                      1               2

                        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.
                        After using the watercraft, always take it out
                                                               1 Garden hose adapter
                        of the water, clean it, and store it. Leaving the
                                                               2 Garden hose
                        watercraft in the water for extended periods
                        will accelerate the rate of normal deteriora-  (4) Loosen the flushing hose connector cap
                        tion of the jet pump and hull. Marine organ-  and  remove  it. Insert the garden  hose
                        isms  and corrosion  are some of the     adapter into the flushing hose connector
                        conditions that can shorten the life of many  by pushing and twisting it until it is se-
                        watercraft components.                   curely connected.
                        EJU46370
                        Flushing the cooling water passages         2   3
                        ECJ01311
                        Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on
                        land. Also, do not run the engine for more  1
                        than 15 seconds without supplying water,
                        otherwise the engine could overheat.
                        Flush the cooling water passages to prevent
                        them from clogging with salt, sand, or dirt.
                        (1) Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi-
                            tion.
                        (2) Remove the seats. (See page 60 for seat
                            removal and installation procedures.)
                                                               1 Flushing hose connector cap
                        (3) Connect the garden hose adapter to a
                                                               2 Flushing hose connector
                            garden hose.
                                                               3 Garden hose adapter
                                                              (5) Connect the garden hose to a water tap.
                                                              (6) Make sure that the area around the wa-
                                                                 tercraft is  clear, and then  start the en-
                                                                 gine. Immediately after the engine starts,
                                                                 fully turn the water supply on so that wa-
                                                                 ter flows out continually from the jet
                                                                 thrust nozzle.


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                                                                 proofing the  internal engine  compo-
                                                                 nents.)
                                                              (3) Rinse  the engine and engine compart-
                                                                 ment with a small amount of  water.
                                                                 NOTICE: Do not use high-pressure
                                                                 water when rinsing the engine or en-
                                                                 gine  compartment as severe engine
                                                                 damage could result. [ECJ00572]
                                                              (4) Drain  the water  from the engine com-
                                                                 partment. (See page 71 for information
                        (7) Run the engine at idling speed for about  on draining the bilge water.)
                            3 minutes watching the engine condition.  (5) Wipe  the engine  and engine compart-
                            If the  engine stops  while flushing,  turn  ment with a dry cloth.
                            the water supply off immediately  and  (6) Wash down the hull, deck, and jet pump
                            perform the procedure again from step 6.  with fresh water.
                            NOTICE: Do not supply water to the
                                                              (7) Wipe the hull, deck, and jet pump with a
                            cooling water passages when the en-
                                                                 dry cloth.
                            gine is not running. The water could
                                                              (8) Wipe  all vinyl and rubber components,
                            flow back through the muffler into the
                                                                 such as the seats and engine compart-
                            engine, causing severe engine  dam-
                                                                 ment seals, with a vinyl protectant such
                            age. [ECJ00123]
                                                                 as Yamaclean Vinyl Dressing™.
                        (8) Turn the water supply off.
                                                              (9) To minimize corrosion, spray metallic
                        (9) Discharge the remaining water out of the
                                                                 parts of the hull, deck, and engine with a
                            cooling  water passages by  alternately
                                                                 rust inhibitor such as Yamalube Silicone
                            squeezing and releasing the throttle lever
                                                                 Protectant & Lubricant.
                            quickly for 10 to 15 seconds.
                                                              (10) Allow the engine compartment to air dry
                        (10) Stop the engine.                    completely before installing the seats.
                        (11) Remove the garden hose adapter, and
                                                              (11) Securely install the seats in their original
                            then securely install the flushing hose
                                                                 positions.
                            connector cap  by tightening  it until it  EJU41636
                            stops.                            Battery care
                        (12) Securely install seats in their original po-  If the watercraft will not be used for more than
                            sitions.                          a month, remove the battery from the water-
                                                              craft, check it, and then store it in a cool, dry
                        EJU43931
                        Cleaning the watercraft               place.
                        (1) Remove the seats. (See page 60 for seat  EWJ00794
                            removal and installation procedures.)
                        (2) If the watercraft will be stored for a week  Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan-
                            or more,  rustproof  the internal engine  gerous, causing severe burns, etc. Elec-
                            components to help prevent corrosion.  trolyte contains sulfuric acid. Avoid
                            (See page 101 for information on rust-  contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.

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                        Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep  Checking the battery voltage and charging
                        sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc., well away.  the battery
                        If using or charging the battery in an en-  It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer
                        closed space, make sure that it is well  check the battery voltage and charge the bat-
                        ventilated. Always shield your eyes when  tery. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
                        working near batteries.               tery as soon as possible if it seems to have
                        Keep out of the reach of children.    discharged. Keep in  mind that the  battery
                        Antidotes                             tends to discharge more quickly if the vehicle
                        External: Flush with water.           is equipped with optional electrical accesso-
                        Internal: Drink large quantities of water or  ries.  NOTICE: To charge a VRLA  (Valve
                        milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten  Regulated Lead  Acid) battery, a  special
                        egg, or vegetable oil. Call a physician im-  (constant-voltage) battery  charger is  re-
                        mediately.                            quired. Using a conventional battery char-
                        Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and  ger will damage the battery. [ECJ02810]
                        get prompt medical attention.
                                                              Checking the battery bands
                        To remove the battery:                Make sure  that  the battery bands are  not
                        (1) Disconnect the negative (–) battery lead.  damaged.
                        (2) Disconnect the positive (+) battery lead.
                                                                             1
                        (3) Unhook the battery bands, and then re-
                            move the battery from the watercraft.
                             2
                          1


                                        3



                                                               1 Battery band
                                                              To store the battery:
                                                              (1) Clean the battery case using fresh water.
                          1 Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
                          2 Battery band                      (2) If the battery terminals are dirty or cor-
                          3 Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead  roded, clean them using a wire brush.
                        Checking the battery
                         Make sure that the battery case is not dam-
                          aged.
                         Make  sure that the  battery terminals are
                          not corroded or damaged.






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                                                              EJU33495
                                         1                           Long-term storage
                                                              EWJ00332

                                                              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-
                          1 Battery terminal
                                                              ter storage, requires preventive maintenance
                        (3) Apply water-resistant grease to the bat-  to ensure against deterioration. It is advisable
                            tery terminals.                   to have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha
                                                              dealer prior to storage.
                          Recommended water-resistant grease:
                            YAMALUBE MARINE GREASE            However, the following procedures can be
                                                              performed easily by the owner.
                        (4) Store  the battery in a cool,  dry  place.  EJU40256
                                                              Cleaning
                            NOTICE: Storing the battery in an un-
                                                              (1) Flush the cooling water passages. (See
                            charged condition can cause perma-
                                                                 page 97 for information on flushing the
                            nent battery damage. Check the
                                                                 cooling water passages.)
                            battery periodically. [ECJ00103]
                                                              TIP
                        To install the battery:
                                                              If you will be storing the watercraft for a pro-
                        (1) Place the battery in the battery compart-
                                                              longed period, such as winter storage, top off
                            ment and hook the battery bands onto
                                                              the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add one
                            the holders.
                                                              ounce of Yamalube Fuel Stabilizer & Condi-
                        (2) Connect the positive (+) battery lead (red)
                                                              tioner Plus to each gallon of fuel in the fuel
                            to the  positive (+) battery terminal.
                                                              tank before starting the engine.
                            NOTICE: Reversal of the battery leads
                                                              (2) Clean the watercraft. (See page 98 for in-
                            will damage the electrical parts. [ECJ00262]
                        (3) Connect the  negative (–)  battery lead  formation on cleaning the watercraft.)
                            (black) to the negative (–) battery termi-  Wax the  hull with a non-abrasive wax
                            nal.                                 such as Yamalube Professional Polish.
                                                              EJU43672
                        (4) Make sure that the battery is securely
                                                              Lubrication
                            held in place.
                                                              To keep moving parts sliding or rotating
                                                              smoothly, lubricate them with water-resistant
                                                              grease.
                                                                Recommended water-resistant grease:
                                                                  YAMALUBE MARINE GREASE
                                                               Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end)

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                                                              (2) Remove the plastic tie that is fastening
                                                                 the fuel hose to the holder on the star-
                                                                 board side of the air filter case.
                                                              (3) Release the hooks on the port side of the
                                                                 air filter case, and remove the air filter
                                                                 case cover.



                                                                             2
                                                                                            3
                         VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /  VX                                 4
                          LIMITED: Shift rod (reverse gate end) and  1
                          ball joint                                                         5



                                                               1 Hook
                                                               2 Air filter case cover
                                                               3 Fuel hose
                                                               4 Plastic tie
                                                               5 Holder
                                                              (4) Spray a rust inhibitor such as Yamalube
                                                                 Stor-Rite Engine Fogging Oil into the in-
                                                                 take opening for 3 seconds. WARNING!
                        TIP                                      Do not spray flammable rust inhibitor
                        Disconnect the shift rod from the ball joint be-  products on engine surfaces while the
                        fore lubricating.                        engine is hot. The sprayed substance
                        EJU46550                                 or propellants could catch fire. [EWJ00262]
                        Rustproofing
                                                                              1
                        Rustproofing the hull, deck, and engine
                        Spray metallic parts of the hull, deck, and en-
                        gine with a rust inhibitor such as Yamalube
                        Silicone Protectant & Lubricant.
                        Rustproofing the internal engine compo-
                        nents
                        Rustproof the internal  engine  components
                        with a rust inhibitor such as Yamalube Stor-
                        Rite Engine Fogging Oil.
                        To rustproof the internal engine compo-  1 Intake opening
                        nents:
                        (1) Remove the seats. (See page 60 for seat
                            removal and installation procedures.)

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                        (5) Place the air filter case cover in its origi-
                            nal position, and then fit the hooks onto
                            the cover.
                        TIP
                        Make sure that the air filter case cover is se-
                        curely installed.

                        (6) Fasten the fuel hose to the holder using
                            the plastic tie.
                        (7) Make sure that the area around the wa-
                            tercraft is clear, and then start the engine
                            in a well-ventilated area and let it run at
                            idle for 15 seconds. (See page 32 for in-
                            formation on starting the engine.)
                        (8) Stop the engine.
                        (9) Securely install the seats in their original
                            positions.






































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                        EJU33759                              nance not covered by this owner’s/operator’s
                                   Maintenance
                                                              manual.
                        Periodic  checks and  lubrication will keep
                        your watercraft in the safest and most effi-
                        cient condition  possible. Therefore, make
                        sure to carry out the periodic maintenance.
                        Safety is an obligation of the watercraft own-
                        er. Proper maintenance must be carried out
                        to keep the exhaust emission and sound lev-
                        els within the regulated limits. The most im-
                        portant points of watercraft inspection  and
                        lubrication are explained on the following
                        pages.
                        See a Yamaha dealer for genuine Yamaha re-
                        placement parts and  optional accessories
                        designed for your watercraft.
                        Remember, failures that are the result of the
                        installation of parts or accessories which are
                        not qualitatively equivalent  to genuine
                        Yamaha parts are not covered by the limited
                        warranty.
                        Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
                        the emission control devices and system
                        may be performed by any marine SI engine
                        repair  establishment or individual.  War-
                        ranty repair, however, must be performed
                        at an authorized Yamaha  marine dealer-
                        ship.
                        EWJ00312

                        Be sure to turn off the engine when you
                        perform maintenance  unless otherwise
                        specified. If you are not familiar with ma-
                        chine servicing, this work should be done
                        by a Yamaha dealer or other qualified me-
                        chanic.

                        A service  manual is  available for  purchase
                        through a  Yamaha dealer  for owners  who
                        have the mechanical skills, tools, and other
                        equipment necessary to perform  mainte-




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                        EJU43103
                        Periodic maintenance chart
                        The periodic maintenance chart gives general guidelines for periodic maintenance. Have a
                        Yamaha dealer perform the checks in the following chart. However, maintenance may need
                        to be performed more frequently depending on your operating conditions. If you have any
                        questions, consult a Yamaha dealer.
                        This “√” mark indicates items to be checked and serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
                                                               Initial    Thereafter every
                                                                               100    200
                                                                     50 hours
                               Item             Operation              or 12   hours or  hours or   Page
                                                              10 hours         12      24
                                                                      months   months  months
                                                                        *1
                                                                               *1      *1
                                          Check fuel hoses and
                         Fuel line                                              √            —
                                          clamps
                         Fuel filler cap/Wa-  Check O-rings for cracks          √
                         ter separator    and deformation                                    —
                                          Check installation and
                         Fuel tank                                              √            —
                                          straps
                                          Check for clogs and dam-
                         Water inlet strainer                                   √            —
                                          age
                                          Check for damage and
                         Cooling water hos-  leakage, and check                 √            —
                         es
                                          clamps
                         Engine oil       Replace                √              √            106
                         Oil filter       Replace                               √            106
                         Intermediate hous-                                     √
                         ing              Lubricate                                          —
                         Spark plugs      Check                  √              √            —
                                          Check state of charge,
                         Battery                                                √            —
                                          terminals and bands
                         Battery leads    Check terminals                       √            —
                                          Check operation and for
                         Steering master                         √              √            —
                                          looseness
                                          Check exterior and con-
                         Steering cable                                         √            —
                                          nections, and lubricate
                         Shift rod and re-
                         verse gate (VX /
                         VX DELUXE /      Check exterior and con-               √            —
                         VX CRUISER / VX   nections, and lubricate
                         LIMITED)
                                          Check for damage and
                         Air filter element                                     √            —
                                          dirt
                                          Check for damage, and
                         Air intake hoses                                       √            —
                                          check clamps
                         Throttle body    Lubricate throttle valve              √            —

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                                                               Initial    Thereafter every
                                                                               100    200
                                                                     50 hours
                               Item             Operation              or 12   hours or  hours or   Page
                                                              10 hours         12      24
                                                                      months
                                                                        *1   months  months
                                                                               *1      *1
                                          Check for exhaust leak-
                         Exhaust system   age, and check hoses and              √            —
                                          clamps
                                          Check breather hose and
                         Breather hose                                          √            —
                                          clamps
                                          Check for bends, dam-
                         Impeller                                               √            —
                                          age, and foreign material
                                          Check for damage and lu-
                         Drive shaft spline                                     √            —
                                          bricate splines
                                          Check bearings and
                         Jet pump bearings                                      √            —
                                          grease condition
                                          Check movement, and lu-
                         Jet thrust nozzle                                      √            —
                                          bricate
                                          Check hoses for clogs
                                          and damage, check
                         Jet vacuum bilge                                       √            —
                                          clamps, and clean bilge
                                          strainer
                         Stern drain plugs  Check O-rings                       √            —
                                          Check for corrosion, and
                         Anode                                                        √ *2   —
                                          clean
                         Valve clearance  Check and adjust                            √ *2   —
                                          Check for cracks, inden-
                         Rubber coupling  tations, looseness, and                      √     —
                                          noise
                                          Check for damage and
                         Engine mount                                                  √     —
                                          peeling
                        *1: Whichever comes first.
                        *2: Check every 200 hours.
                        Perform the pre-operation checks and  post-operation checks  before  performing  periodic
                        maintenance.















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                        EJU36943
                        Engine oil and oil filter
                        EWJ00341
                        Engine oil is extremely hot immediately af-
                        ter the engine is turned off. Coming in con-
                        tact with or getting any engine oil on your
                        clothes could result in burns.

                        ECJ00992
                        Do not run the engine with too much or not
                        enough oil in the engine, otherwise the en-
                        gine could be damaged.

                        It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer
                        change the engine oil and the engine oil filter.
                        However, if you choose to change the oil and
                        filter on your own, consult a Yamaha dealer.






































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                                                                            Specifications

                        EJU46441
                                                     Specifications
                         Watercraft capaci-  Maximum people on board:  3 person
                         ty:             Maximum load capacity:      240 kg (530 lb)
                         Dimensions and                              3.33 m (131.1 in) (VX1050G-Y)
                         weight:                                     3.37 m (132.7 in) (VX1050A-Y,
                                         Length:
                                                                     VX1050B-Y, VX1050C-Y, VX1050D-Y,
                                                                     VX1050E-Y, VX1050F-Y)
                                         Width:                      1.24 m (48.8 in)
                                         Height:                     1.20 m (47.2 in)
                                                                     310 kg (683 lb) (VX DELUXE)
                                                                     312 kg (688 lb) (VX CRUISER)
                                                                     318 kg (701 lb) (VX DELUXE with
                                         Dry weight:                 audio / VX-C)
                                                                     320 kg (705 lb) (VX LIMITED /
                                                                     VX CRUISER with audio)
                                                                     326 kg (719 lb) (VX)
                         Performance:                                29.1 L/h (7.7 US gal/h, 6.4 Imp.gal/h)
                                                                     (VX1050G-Y)
                                         Maximum fuel consumption:   33.0 L/h (8.7 US gal/h, 7.3 Imp.gal/h)
                                                                     (VX1050A-Y, VX1050B-Y, VX1050C-Y,
                                                                     VX1050D-Y, VX1050E-Y, VX1050F-Y)
                                                                     2.12 hour (VX1050A-Y, VX1050B-Y,
                                                                     VX1050C-Y, VX1050D-Y, VX1050E-Y,
                                         Cruising range at full throttle:
                                                                     VX1050F-Y)
                                                                     2.41 hour (VX1050G-Y)
                                         Trolling speed:             1500 ±100 r/min
                         Engine:         Engine type:                Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
                                         Number of cylinders:        3
                                         Engine displacement:        1049 cm³
                                         Bore × stroke:              82.0 × 66.2 mm (3.23 × 2.61 in)
                                         Compression ratio:          11.0 : 1
                                         Valve clearance-intake (cold):  0.15–0.22 mm (0.0059–0.0087 in)
                                         Valve clearance-exhaust (cold):  0.26–0.32 mm (0.0102–0.0126 in)
                                         Lubrication system:         Dry sump
                                         Cooling system:             Water
                                         Starting system:            Electric
                                         Ignition system:            T.C.I.
                                         Spark plug (NGK):           CR9EB
                                         Spark plug gap:             0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
                                         Battery capacity:           12 V, 18 Ah
                                         Battery type:               YTX20L-BS
                                         Charging system:            Flywheel magneto






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                         Drive unit:     Propulsion system:          Jet pump
                                         Jet pump type:              Axial flow, single stage
                                         Impeller rotation:          Counterclockwise
                                         Jet thrust nozzle angle:    24+24 °
                         Fuel and oil:   Recommended fuel:           Regular unleaded gasoline
                                         Minimum octane rating (PON):  86
                                         Minimum octane rating (RON):  90
                                         Recommended engine oil:     YAMALUBE 4W or 4-stroke motor oil





                                                                     SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40,
                                         Recommended engine oil type SAE:
                                                                     20W-50
                                         Recommended engine oil grade API:  API SG, SH, SJ, SL
                                         Fuel tank total capacity:   70 L (18.5 US gal, 15.4 Imp.gal)
                                         Engine oil quantity with oil filter re-  3.4 L (3.59 US qt, 2.99 Imp.qt)
                                         placement:
                                         Engine oil quantity without oil filter re-  3.2 L (3.38 US qt, 2.82 Imp.qt)
                                         placement:
                                         Engine oil total quantity:  3.7 L (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp.qt)


































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                                                                       Trouble recovery

                        EJU34562
                                                   Troubleshooting
                        If you have any trouble with your watercraft, use the troubleshooting chart to check for the
                        possible cause.
                        If you cannot find the cause, consult a Yamaha dealer.
                        EJU46272
                        Troubleshooting chart
                        Confirm the possible cause and remedy, and then refer to the applicable page.
                             TROUBLE            POSSIBLE CAUSE             REMEDY         PAGE
                         Engine does not   Yamaha Securi- Lock mode selected  Select unlock mode
                         start (Starter motor  ty System
                         does not turn over)  (VX DELUXE /                                 31
                                          VX CRUISER /
                                          VX LIMITED)
                                          Engine shut-  Clip not in place  Install clip
                                          off switch                                       32
                                          Fuse       Burned out       Have serviced by
                                                                      Yamaha dealer        —
                                          Battery    Run down         Recharge             98
                                                     Poor terminal con-  Tighten as required
                                                     nections                              98
                                                     Terminal corroded  Clean or replace   98
                                          Starter motor  Faulty       Have serviced by
                                                                      Yamaha dealer        —
                         Engine does not   Throttle lever  Squeezed   Release              33
                         start (Starter motor
                                          RiDE lever (VX /  Squeezed  Release
                         turns over)
                                          VX DELUXE /
                                          VX CRUISER /                                     33
                                          VX LIMITED)
                                          Fuel       Fuel tank empty  Refill as soon as pos-
                                                                      sible                67
                                                     Stale or contaminat-  Have serviced by
                                                     ed               Yamaha dealer        —
                                          Fuel tank  Water or dirt present  Have serviced by
                                                                      Yamaha dealer        —
                                          Spark plug  Fouled or defective  Have serviced by
                                                                      Yamaha dealer        —
                                          Fuel injec-  Fuel pump faulty  Have serviced by
                                          tion system                 Yamaha dealer        —












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                             TROUBLE            POSSIBLE CAUSE             REMEDY         PAGE
                         Engine runs irregu-  Fuel   Fuel tank empty  Refill as soon as pos-  67
                         larly or stalls                              sible
                                                     Stale or contaminat-  Have serviced by   —
                                                     ed               Yamaha dealer
                                          Fuel tank  Water or dirt present  Have serviced by   —
                                                                      Yamaha dealer
                                          Spark plug  Fouled or defective  Have serviced by   —
                                                                      Yamaha dealer
                                                     Incorrect heat range  Have serviced by   —
                                                                      Yamaha dealer
                                                     Gap incorrect    Have serviced by     —
                                                                      Yamaha dealer
                                          Electrical wir-  Loose connection  Have serviced by   —
                                          ing                         Yamaha dealer
                                          Fuel injec-  Faulty or clogged in-  Have serviced by   —
                                          tion system  jectors        Yamaha dealer
                         Warning light or in-  Fuel level   Fuel tank empty  Refill as soon as pos-  67
                         dicator blinks or   warning                  sible
                         comes on (VX-C /   Oil pressure   Oil pressure dropped  Have serviced by
                         VX)              warning                     Yamaha dealer        48
                                          Engine over-  Jet intake clogged  Clean         112
                                          heat warning
                                          Check en-  Faulty sensors   Have serviced by     49
                                          gine warning                Yamaha dealer
                         Warning is dis-  Fuel level   Fuel tank empty  Refill as soon as pos-  67
                         played           warning                     sible
                         (VX DELUXE /     Oil pressure   Oil pressure dropped  Have serviced by
                         VX CRUISER / VX   warning                    Yamaha dealer        57
                         LIMITED)
                                          Engine over-  Jet intake clogged  Clean         112
                                          heat warning
                                          Check en-  Faulty sensors   Have serviced by     56
                                          gine warning                Yamaha dealer




















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                             TROUBLE            POSSIBLE CAUSE             REMEDY         PAGE
                         Watercraft slow or   Watercraft op-  Drive control mode   Deactivate or adjust
                         loses power      eration mode   activated    drive control mode
                                          (VX DELUXE /                                     42
                                          VX CRUISER /
                                          VX LIMITED)
                                          Cavitation  Jet intake clogged  Clean           112
                                                     Impeller damaged or   Have serviced by   112
                                                     worn             Yamaha dealer
                                          Engine over-  Engine speed reduc-  Clean jet intake and   49, 56
                                          heat warning  tion control activated  cool engine
                                          Oil pressure   Engine speed reduc-  Add oil    48, 57
                                          warning    tion control activated
                                          Spark plug  Fouled or defective  Have serviced by   —
                                                                      Yamaha dealer
                                                     Incorrect heat range  Have serviced by   —
                                                                      Yamaha dealer
                                                     Gap incorrect    Have serviced by     —
                                                                      Yamaha dealer
                                          Electrical wir-  Loose connection  Have serviced by   —
                                          ing                         Yamaha dealer
                                          Fuel       Stale or contaminat-  Have serviced by   —
                                                     ed               Yamaha dealer
                                          Air filter  Clogged         Have serviced by     —
                                                                      Yamaha dealer
                                                     Oil buildup      Have serviced by     —
                                                                      Yamaha dealer
                                          Throttle lever  Faulty      Have serviced by     —
                                                                      Yamaha dealer
                         Audio system does   Fuse    Burned out       Have serviced by
                         not activate                                 Yamaha dealer        —
                         (equipped models)






















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                        EJU34625
                             Emergency procedures
                        EJU44592
                        Cleaning the jet intake and impeller
                        EWJ00783

                        Before attempting to remove weeds or de-
                        bris  from the jet intake or  impeller area,
                        shut the engine off and  remove  the  clip
                        from the engine shut-off switch. Severe in-
                        jury or death could result from coming in
                        contact with the rotating parts of the jet
                        pump.
                        If weeds or debris gets caught in the jet intake
                        or impeller, cavitation can occur, causing jet
                        thrust to decrease even though engine speed
                        rises. If this condition is allowed to continue,
                        the  engine will overheat and  may  seize.
                        NOTICE: If weeds or debris gets caught in
                        the jet intake, do not operate the water-
                        craft above trolling speed until they have  (1) Place a suitable clean cloth or carpeting
                                                                 underneath the watercraft  to protect  it
                        been removed. [ECJ00654]
                        If there is any sign that the jet intake or impel-  from abrasions and scratches. Turn the
                        ler is clogged with weeds or debris, return to  watercraft on its  side as shown.
                        shore and check the intake and impeller. Al-  NOTICE: When turning the watercraft
                        ways stop the  engine before beaching the  on its side, support the bow so that
                        watercraft.                              the handlebars are not bent or dam-
                                                                 aged. [ECJ02691]














                                                              (2) Remove any weeds or debris from
                                                                 around the jet intake, drive shaft, impel-





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                            ler, jet pump housing, and jet thrust noz-
                            zle.
                            If debris is difficult to remove, consult a           1
                            Yamaha dealer.
                        EJU43473
                        Raising the reverse gate (VX /
                        VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER / VX                                            2
                        LIMITED)
                        If the RiDE system malfunctions and the re-
                        verse gate remains in the lowered position,
                        the watercraft will not be able to move for-  1 Reverse gate
                        ward.                                  2 Forward position
                        After raising the reverse gate so that the wa-
                                                              TIP
                        tercraft can move  forward, immediately  re-
                        turn to shore and have a  Yamaha dealer   While the shift rod is disconnected, the re-
                        service the watercraft.                verse gate will not move to the neutral po-
                                                               sition or reverse position even if the RiDE
                        To raise the reverse gate:
                                                               lever is squeezed.
                        (1) Stop the engine and remove the clip from
                                                               If the RiDE lever is squeezed while the shift
                            the engine shut-off switch.
                                                               rod is disconnected, the watercraft will
                        (2) Enter the water and move to the rear of
                                                               move forward.
                            the watercraft.
                        (3) Slide the shift rod joint toward the bow,  EJU34642
                                                              Jumping the battery
                            and then disconnect the shift rod joint
                                                              If the watercraft battery has run down, the en-
                            from the ball joint.
                                                              gine can be started using a 12-volt booster
                                                              battery and jumper cables.
                                                              EJU46101
                                                              Connecting the jumper cables
                                                              EWJ01252
                                                              To avoid battery explosion  and serious
                                                              damage to the electrical system:
                                                               Do not reverse the polarity of the jumper
                                                               cables when connecting to the batter-
                            1        2
                                                               ies.
                          1 Shift rod joint                    Do not connect the negative (–) jumper
                          2 Ball joint                         cable to the negative (–) terminal of the
                        (4) Raise the reverse gate to the forward po-  watercraft battery.
                            sition.                            Do not touch the positive (+) jumper ca-
                                                               ble to the negative (–) jumper cable.






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                        (1) Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to  To tow the watercraft:
                            the positive (+) battery terminals of both  Use a towline that is three times the com-
                            batteries.                        bined length of the towing boat and the wa-
                        (2) Connect one  end of the negative  (–)  tercraft.
                            jumper cable to the negative (–) battery  (1) Securely attach the towline to the bow
                            terminal of the booster battery.     eye of the watercraft being towed.
                        (3) Connect the other end of the negative (–)
                            jumper cable to an engine hanger.

                                       1              2
                           3





                                                                 1
                                          4                    1 Bow eye
                                                              (2) Sit astride the seat and hold on to the
                          1 Booster battery
                                                                 handlebars in order to balance the water-
                          2 Positive (+) jumper cable
                                                                 craft. NOTICE: The bow must be kept
                          3 Negative (–) jumper cable
                                                                 up out of the water during towing, oth-
                          4 Engine hanger
                                                                 erwise water could  flood the  engine
                        (4) Start the engine, and then disconnect the  compartment or  water could flow
                            jumper cables by reversing  the  steps  back into the engine, causing severe
                            above. (See page 32 for information on
                                                                 engine damage. [ECJ01331]
                            starting the engine.)             Tow the watercraft at 8 km/h (5 mph) or less.
                        EJU34717
                        Towing the watercraft                 NOTICE: Tow the watercraft at 8 km/h (5
                        EWJ00813                              mph) or less, otherwise water could flood
                                                              the engine  compartment or water could
                         The  operator of the  towing boat must  flow back into the engine, causing severe
                          keep  speed to a minimum  and avoid  engine damage. [ECJ01322]
                                                              EJU36157
                          traffic or obstacles which could be  a
                                                              Submerged watercraft
                          hazard to  the operator  on the water-
                                                              If the watercraft is submerged or flooded with
                          craft.
                                                              water, drain the bilge water from the engine
                         The towline should be long enough so
                                                              compartment. Then, have a Yamaha dealer
                          that the watercraft will not collide with
                                                              service the watercraft as soon as possible.
                          the towing boat when slowing down.
                                                              If the watercraft was submerged:
                        If the watercraft becomes inoperative in the  (1) Remove the watercraft from  the water
                        water, it can be towed to shore.         and drain  the water  from the  storage
                                                                 compartments. (See page 63 for  infor-

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                            mation on draining the storage compart-
                            ments.)
                        (2) Drain the bilge water from the engine
                            compartment. (See page 71 for informa-
                            tion on draining the bilge water.)
                        (3) Have the watercraft serviced  by a
                            Yamaha  dealer as soon  as possible.
                            NOTICE:  Be  sure to have a  Yamaha
                            dealer inspect the watercraft. Other-
                            wise, serious engine damage could
                            result. [ECJ00792]















































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                        EJU34785
                                                   Limited warranty
                         YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.
                                     ®
                         WAVERUNNER  WATERCRAFT LIMITED WARRANTY
                        Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. hereby warrants that new Yamaha WaveRunner watercraft purchased from an authorized Yamaha
                        WaveRunner Watercraft Dealer in the United States (excluding its territories) will be free from defects in material and workmanship for
                        the period of time stated herein, subject to certain stated limitations.
                        PERIOD OF WARRANTY. Any new Yamaha WaveRunner watercraft purchased for pleasure use will be warranted for a period of one
                        (1) year from the date of purchase, subject to exclusions noted herein. Any Yamaha WaveRunner watercraft purchased and utilized for
                        commercial applications will be warranted for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, subject to exclusions noted herein.
                        The battery will be warranted against defects in material or workmanship for thirty (30) days from the date of vehicle purchase for either
                        pleasure or commercial use. Replacement parts used in warranty repairs will be warranted for the balance of the applicable warranty
                        period.
                        OBTAINING REPAIRS UNDER WARRANTY. During the period of warranty, any authorized Yamaha WaveRunner Watercraft Dealer
                        will, free of charge, repair or replace, at Yamaha’s option, any part adjudged defective by Yamaha due to faulty workmanship or material
                        from the factory. All parts replaced under warranty will become the property of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
                        THE CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY under this warranty shall be to:
                        1. Operate, maintain, and store the WaveRunner watercraft as specified in the appropriate Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, and
                        2. Give notice to an authorized Yamaha WaveRunner watercraft dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten (10) days after
                          discovery, and make the machine available at that time for inspection and repairs at such dealer’s place of business.
                        GENERAL EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall include any failures caused by:
                        a. Racing or competition use, modification of original parts, abnormal strain.
                        b. Lack of proper maintenance and off-season storage as described in the Owner’s/Operator’s Manual.
                        c. Installation of parts or accessories that are not equivalent in design and quality to genuine Yamaha parts.
                        d. Use of lubricants, oils, and fuels that are not suitable for WaveRunner watercraft use.
                        e. Damage as a result of accidents, collisions, contact with foreign materials, or submersion.
                        f. Growth of marine organism on motor or hull surfaces.
                        g. Normal deterioration.
                        h. Gel coat stress cracks
                        i. Damage due to improper transportation.
                        SPECIFIC PARTS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY. Parts replaced due to normal wear or routine maintenance such as oil, spark
                        plugs, fuel filters, impeller and liner, and anodes are not covered by warranty. Charges for transporting the WaveRunner watercraft to
                        and from an authorized Yamaha WaveRunner Watercraft Dealer are excluded from warranty coverage.
                        EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY.
                        Yamaha warrants to the ultimate purchaser and any subsequent owner, that the exhaust emission control components on this engine
                        are designed, built and equipped so as to conform at the time of sale with applicable regulations under section 213 of the Clean Air Act
                        and that this engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause said engine to fail to conform with applicable
                        regulations for 30 months from the date of purchase or 175 hours of operation, whichever comes first. For evaporative emission
                        components, for a failure that will increase evaporative emissions, the warranty coverage is 2 years from the date of purchase. Some
                        states may have different emission control warranty provisions. As these vary from state to state, consult your Yamaha dealer or contact
                        Yamaha Customer Relations at 1-800-962-7926 for more information.
                        WARRANTY TRANSFER: To transfer the warranty from the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser(s), it is imperative that the
                        WaveRunner watercraft be inspected and registered for warranty by an authorized Yamaha WaveRunner watercraft dealer. In order for
                        this warranty to remain in effect, this inspection and registration must take place within ten (10) days after transfer of ownership to the
                        subsequent purchaser. A reasonable dealer-imposed fee may be charged for this inspection.
                        YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL
                        IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE
                        OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR
                        CORPORATION, U.S.A. AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY.
                        SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS
                        MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
                        INCLUDING LOSS OF USE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
                        CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.







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                        THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO
                        STATE.
                                                                         YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.
                                                                                     Post Office Box 6555
                                                                                  Cypress, California 90630
                        WARRANTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
                        Q. What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period?
                        A. The customer’s responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision dam-
                          ages.
                        Q. What are some examples of “abnormal” strain, neglect, or abuse?
                        A. These terms are general and overlap each other in areas. Specific examples include:
                          Running the watercraft out of oil, operating the machine with a broken or damaged part which causes another part to fail, and so
                          on. If you have any specific questions on operation or maintenance, please contact your Yamaha dealer for advice.
                        Q. Does the warranty cover incidental costs such as transportation due to a failure?
                        A. No. The warranty is limited to repair of the watercraft itself.
                        Q. May I perform any or all of the recommended maintenance shown in the Owner’s/Operator’s Manual instead of having the dealer do
                          them?
                        A. Yes, if you are a qualified mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner’s/Operator’s and Service Manual. We do rec-
                          ommend, however, that items requiring special or equipment be done by a Yamaha dealer.
                        Q. Will the warranty be void or cancelled if I do not operate or maintain my new watercraft exactly as specified in the Owner’s/Opera-
                          tor’s Manual?
                        A. No. The warranty on a new watercraft cannot be “voided” or “cancelled”. However, if a particular failure is caused by operation
                          or maintenance other than as shown in the Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, that failure may not be covered under warranty.
                        Q. What responsibility does my dealer have under this warranty?
                        A. Each Yamaha dealer is expected to:
                          1.  Completely set up each new watercraft before sale.
                          2.  Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at the time of sale, and upon your request at
                             any later date. In addition, each Yamaha dealer is held responsible for his setup, service and warranty repair work.
                        Q. Is the warranty transferable to second owners?
                        A. Yes. The remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon request. The unit has to be inspected and re-registered by an
                          authorized Yamaha dealer for the policy to remain effective.
                        CUSTOMER SERVICE
                        If your watercraft requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized Yamaha dealer within the continental United States. Be
                        sure to bring your warranty registration card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or problem arises regard-
                        ing warranty, first contact the owner of the dealership. Since all warranty matters are handled at the dealer level, this person is in the
                        best position to help you. If you are still not satisfied and require additional assistance, please write:
                                                 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A.
                                                 CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT
                                                         P.O. Box 6555
                                                     Cypress, California 90630
                        CHANGE OF ADDRESS
                        The federal government requires each manufacturer to maintain a complete, up-to-date list of all first purchasers against the possibility
                        of a safety-related defect and recall. This list is complied from the purchase registrations sent to Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. by
                        the selling dealer at the time of your purchase.
                        If you should move after you have purchased your new watercraft, please advise us of your new address by sending a postcard listing
                        your Yamaha model name, engine number, dealer number [or dealer’s name] as it is shown on your warranty card, your name and new
                        mailing address.
                        Mail to:
                                                 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.
                                                       1270 Chastain Road
                                                     Kennesaw, Georgia 30144
                                                    Attention: Warranty Department
                        This will ensure that Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. has an up-to-date registration record in accordance with federal law.







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                        EJU34803
                                       YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.)

                        Keep your Yamaha protected even after your warranty expires with genuine Yamaha Extended
                        Service (Y.E.S.).
                        • Y.E.S. is designed and administered by Yamaha Motor Corporation to provide maximum owner
                          satisfaction. You get uninterrupted factory-backed coverage for extra peace of mind.

                        • Y.E.S. is flexible. You choose the plan that is right for you: 12 months, 24 months, 36 months, or
                          (on four-stroke models) 48 months beyond your warranty period.
                        • Y.E.S. is designed and administered by the same Yamaha people who handle your warranty—
                          and it shows in the comprehensive coverage benefits. There are no mileage limitations. Cover-
                          age is not limited to “moving parts” or the “drive train” like many other plans. And Y.E.S. covers
                          manufacturing defects just like the warranty. See the sample contract at your Yamaha dealer to
                          see how comforting uninterrupted factory-backed protection can be.

                        • You do not have to pay anything for covered repairs. There is no deductible to pay, and repairs
                          are not “pro-rated.” You do not have any “out-of-pocket” expenses for covered repairs.
                        • In addition, Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection (TRIP) is included at no extra cost.
                          TRIP gives you up to $250 reimbursement per occurrence for any reasonable expenses you
                          incur because your Yamaha needs  covered service: replacement vehicle  rental, emergency
                          towing, phone calls, even food and lodging when you are away from home. This superb cover-
                          age goes into effect when you purchase Y.E.S., so it applies to any warranty repairs as well as
                          covered repairs during your entire Y.E.S. plan period.
                        • Y.E.S. coverage is honored at any authorized Yamaha dealer nationwide.

                        • Y.E.S. coverage is transferable to  a  new owner if you sell or trade-in. That can  make your
                          Yamaha much more valuable!

                        This excellent Y.E.S. plan coverage is only available to Yamaha owners like you, and only while
                        your Yamaha is still within the Yamaha Limited Warranty period. So visit your authorized Yamaha
                        dealer to get all the facts. He can show you how easy it is to protect your investment with Yamaha
                        Extended Service.
                        We urge you to act now. You will get the excellent benefits of TRIP coverage right away, and you
                        will rest easy knowing  you will have strong factory-backed protection even after your Yamaha
                        Limited Warranty expires.

                        A special note:
                        If visiting your dealer is not convenient, contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number (your Owner’s
                        Manual shows you where to find this number). We will be happy to help you get the Y.E.S. coverage
                        you need.
                        Yamaha Service Marketing
                        P.O. Box 6555
                        Cypress, CA 90630
                        1-(866)-YES-EXTD
                        (1-866-937-3983)


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                        A                                     Engine oil.................................................. 69
                        Accessory outlet (VX DELUXE / VX      Engine oil and oil filter............................ 106
                          CRUISER / VX LIMITED)....................... 59  Engine oil level check............................... 77
                        After removing the watercraft from the   Engine oil requirements ...........................69
                          water..................................................... 96  Engine overheat warning.......................... 49
                        Approval label of emission control    Engine serial number ................................. 1
                          certificate................................................ 2  Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check ....... 78
                        Audio control............................................ 58  Engine shut-off switch ............................. 32
                        Audio system (equipped models) ............ 58  Engine start/stop switch (VX /
                        B                                      VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /
                        Battery care.............................................. 98  VX LIMITED).......................................... 32
                        Battery checks ......................................... 77  Engine stop switch (VX-C)........................ 32
                        Battery, jumping..................................... 113  Engine unit check..................................... 77
                        Beaching and docking the watercraft...... 94  Enjoy your watercraft responsibly............ 25
                        Bilge water check..................................... 77  Equipment................................................ 60
                        Bilge water, draining ................................ 71  F
                        Bilge water, draining on land ................... 71  Fire extinguisher check ............................ 80
                        Bilge water, draining on water ................. 71  Fire extinguisher holder and cover........... 66
                        Boarding alone......................................... 91  Fire extinguisher holder, cover, and
                        Boarding and starting off from a dock..... 93  band checks ......................................... 80
                        Boarding the watercraft ........................... 90  Flushing the cooling water passages....... 97
                        Boarding with passenger(s) ..................... 91  Fuel .......................................................... 67
                        Bow eye ................................................... 62  Fuel level check........................................ 76
                        Bow storage compartment ...................... 63  Fuel level meter........................................ 48
                        C                                     Fuel level warning..................................... 48
                        Capsized watercraft................................. 94  Fuel requirements .................................... 67
                        Check engine warning ............................. 49  Fuel system checks ................................. 76
                        Cleaning................................................. 100  G
                        Cleaning the watercraft............................ 98  Getting to know your watercraft .............. 83
                        Cleat......................................................... 62  Glossary, watercraft................................. 26
                        Cooling water pilot outlet......................... 34  Glove compartment ................................. 64
                        Cooling water pilot outlet check .............. 81  H
                        Cruise assist............................................. 43  Handgrip .................................................. 61
                        Cruising limitations................................... 12  Hazard information................................... 16
                        D                                     Home screen............................................52
                        Display ..................................................... 51  Hood check.............................................. 81
                        Drive control mode................................... 42  Hour meter and voltmeter........................ 47
                        Drive control mode screen....................... 53  Hull and deck check ................................80
                        E                                     Hull Identification Number (HIN)................. 1
                        Emergency procedures.......................... 112  I
                        Emission control information ..................... 2  Identification numbers ............................... 1
                        Engine break-in........................................ 73  Information display................................... 45
                        Engine compartment check..................... 76  Information screen ................................... 53
                        Engine idling speed check....................... 82  J
                        Engine lock screen................................... 55  Jet intake and impeller, cleaning............ 112


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                        Jet intake checks ..................................... 80  Pre-operation checklist............................ 74
                        Jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate    Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number....... 1
                          check (VX / VX DELUXE /             Pull-up cleats (VX CRUISER /
                          VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) ................. 81  VX LIMITED).......................................... 63
                        Jumper cables, connecting.................... 113  R
                        L                                     Raising the reverse gate
                        Labels, important ....................................... 5  (VX / VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /
                        Labels, other .............................................. 9  VX LIMITED)........................................ 113
                        Labels, warning.......................................... 6  Reboarding grip ....................................... 61
                        Launching the watercraft ......................... 84  Reboarding step (VX / VX DELUXE /
                        Learning to operate your watercraft ........ 83  VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED).................. 61
                        Leaving the watercraft ............................. 86  Recommended equipment ...................... 16
                        Limitations on who may operate the    Reverse assist.......................................... 39
                          watercraft.............................................. 11  RiDE lever checks (VX / VX DELUXE /
                        Limited warranty .................................... 116  VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED).................. 78
                        Long-term storage ................................. 100  RiDE lever (VX / VX DELUXE /
                        Lubrication ............................................. 100  VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED).................. 34
                        M                                     Riding position ......................................... 84
                        Main components, location of ................. 27  Rules of the Road .................................... 20
                        Maintenance .......................................... 103  Rustproofing ..........................................101
                        Manufactured date label ............................ 3  S
                        Multifunction information center check ... 82  Safety equipment check .......................... 80
                        Multifunction information center      Seat storage compartment ...................... 65
                          (VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /           Seats ........................................................ 60
                          VX LIMITED).......................................... 50  Setting menu screen ................................53
                        Multifunction information center      Shift indicator (VX).................................... 47
                          (VX-C / VX)............................................ 45  Shift system check (VX / VX DELUXE /
                        N                                      VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED).................. 82
                        No-wake mode ........................................ 41  Shift system (VX / VX DELUXE /
                        O                                      VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED).................. 36
                        Oil pressure warning ................................ 48  Speedometer ........................................... 45
                        Operating in weeded areas...................... 95  Star labels .................................................. 3
                        Operating the watercraft.......................... 86  Start switch (VX-C)................................... 33
                        Operating the watercraft in reverse or   Starting off ............................................... 93
                          neutral (VX / VX DELUXE /           Starting off from a trailer .......................... 93
                          VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) ................. 89  Starting the engine on water.................... 84
                        Operating your watercraft........................ 83  Steering system ....................................... 34
                        Operation buttons.................................... 50  Steering system checks...........................77
                        Operation requirements ........................... 13  Stern drain plug checks ...........................81
                        P                                     Stern eyes ................................................ 62
                        Periodic maintenance chart ................... 104  Stopping the engine................................. 85
                        Post-launch checks ................................. 81  Stopping the watercraft ...........................88
                        Post-operation care ................................. 97  Storage compartment checks.................. 80
                        Pre-launch checks ................................... 76  Storage compartments ............................ 63
                        Pre-operation check points ..................... 76  Submerged watercraft ........................... 114


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                        Switch checks.......................................... 79
                        T
                        Tachometer.............................................. 46
                        T.D.E. (thrust directional enhancer).......... 40
                        Throttle lever ............................................ 33
                        Throttle lever checks................................ 78
                        To get more boating safety information... 24
                        Towing the watercraft ............................ 114
                        Transporting on a trailer........................... 72
                        Troubleshooting..................................... 109
                        Troubleshooting chart............................ 109
                        Turning the watercraft.............................. 87
                        U
                        USB charger (VX DELUXE /
                          VX CRUISER / VX LIMITED) ................. 59
                        W
                        Wakeboarding and water-skiing .............. 18
                        Warning function...................................... 55
                        Water separator ....................................... 35
                        Water separator check............................. 76
                        Watercraft characteristics........................ 17
                        Watercraft control functions .................... 31
                        Watercraft operation functions ................ 36
                        Watercraft operation modes
                          (VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /
                          VX LIMITED).......................................... 39
                        Y
                        YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
                          (Y.E.S.)................................................ 118
                        Yamaha Security System check
                          (VX DELUXE / VX CRUISER /
                          VX LIMITED).......................................... 78
                        Yamaha Security System setting............. 31
                        Yamaha Security System (VX DELUXE /
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                        Genuine Yamaha Parts – Genuine Yamaha replacement parts are the exact same
                        parts as the ones originally equipped on your vehicle, providing you with the
                        performance and durability you have come to expect. Why settle for aftermarket parts
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                        Genuine Yamaha Accessories – Yamaha only offers accessories that meet our
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                        Genuine Yamaha Service Manuals – Get the same factory manual for your vehicle
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                        Genuine Yamaha products are available only from your Yamaha dealer.

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