Troubleshooting

No. Problem Possible Cause Action Reference Page

1 Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Excessive Free Play or Makes Unusual Sounds Insufficient lubrication on the shift and throttle (if applied) linkage fasteners. Lubricate. 44

Obstruction in the shift or throttle (if applied) linkages. Remove the obstruction. 44

Loose or missing shift and throttle linkages. Check all throttle linkages. If any are loose or missing, see your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor immediately.

Shift or throttle (if equipped) cable is kinked.

2 Steering Wheel Turns Hard or Jerky Low power steering pump fluid level. Straighten the cable or have your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor replace the cable if damaged beyond repair. Check for leaks. Refill the system with fluid. 44

Stern-drive belt is loose or in poor condition. Replace and / or adjust.

Insufficient lubrication on the steering components. Insufficient lubrication on the transom gimbal housing assembly and swivel shaft. Loose or missing steering fasteners or parts. Check all parts and fasteners. If any are loose or missing, see your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor immediately.

Contaminated power steering fluid. Lubricate.

Lubricate.

See your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor. 42

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No. Problem Possible Cause Action Reference Page

3 Power Trim Does Not Operate (Electric Motor Does Not Operate) Blown fuse. Replace the fuse. 19 Circuit breaker is tripped. Wait until the breaker cools down and the breaker is restored. 19

4 Power Trim Does Not Operate (Electric Motor Operates but Stern-drive Does Not Move) Loose or dirty electrical connections or damaged wiring. Check all associated electrical connections and wires (especially battery cables). Clean and tighten faulty connection. Repair or replace wiring.

Trim pump oil level is low. Stern-drive binding in gimbal ring. 19

Fill pump with oil. 28

Check for obstruction. See your authorized Yanmar Marine dealer or distributor.