Maintenance
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problem could cause severe engine
damage. Consult your Yamaha dealer
if the problem cannot be located and
corrected.
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(14) Install the top cowling.
(15) Dispose of used oil according to local
regulations.
For more information on the disposal of
used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer.
Change the oil more often when operating
the engine under adverse conditions such
as extended trolling.
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Replacing the engine oil filter
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Avoid draining the engine oil immediate-
ly after stopping the engine. The oil is
hot and should be handled with care to
avoid burns.
Be sure the outboard motor is securely
fastened to the transom or a stable
stand.
Yamaha recommends you to have a Yamaha
dealer replace the engine oil filter.
If you perform replacement yourself, follow
the procedure below. If you have any ques-
tions, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
(1) Drain the engine oil. For further informa-
tion, see page 74.
(2) Place a cloth under the engine oil filter.
(3) Turn the engine oil filter counterclock-
wise and remove it.
Wipe up any spilled engine oil.
Dispose of the removed engine oil filter in
accordance with local regulations.
(4) Apply engine oil to the O-ring of the en-
gine oil filter.
(5) Turn the engine oil filter clockwise and
tighten it to the specified torque.
1. O-ring
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