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FAQ

1.)  If your boat first does not start please check you have your lanyard kill switch installed and installed properly and boat is in Neutral also that your batteries are turned on.

2.)  If your speedomoter does not work please check our video below on how to unclog the speedo tube on the very bottom of the lower unit of the engine.  It's not easy to find its a small hole on the bullet but once  you find it you'll always know where it is and use a compressor or screw or tooth pic to clean out any sand or debris this is a common issue they clog up easy.

3.)  If you only recieved one Yamaha card for 3 year warranty and your extra 2 or 3 years are not on there it says in italics that another card will be coming in the mail within 4-6 weeks it processes from a separate office.  

Check out this link to the Maintance Matters Section of Yamaha for great New Boating Tips:



Also 
Click here for the Full Yamaha Maintenance Playlist
 
Browse the below "how-to" videos for information and instructions on how to properly maintain your boat!

Water Safety with Kill Lanyards - Yamaha Outboards

Checking Boat Speedometer on Yamaha Outboard

 

Lower Unit Care (Follow Above Link for Full Mainetenance Playlist)

3 Stupid Ways to Kill an Outboard Engine

The Most Common Outboard Engine Issues: Fuel Systems and Flushing

How to Change an Outboard Engine Water Pump Impeller

How To Winterize Your Stern Drive and Pressure Water System

How to Use a VHF: It Might Save Your Life

How to Remove Tough Stains from Gel Coat

How to Clean and Care for Boat Isinglass and Canvas

How to Change Engine Oil on Four-Stroke Outboard

How to Change the Thermostat on an Outboard Engine

100 Hour Two-Stroke Outboard Engine Service

Norfolk Marine Counter of Shame: Maintenance Mishaps

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