Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. is proud of its heritage and reputation for producing products with high standards of quality and workmanship. Product excellence provides the cornerstone for our commitment to customer satisfaction. The Yamaha Outboard Limited Warranty is your assurance of this commitment.

This warranty provides you with protection against the expense of repairs for your outboard motor that are required as a result of defects in materials or workmanship. When maintained and utilized in the prescribed manner, you can count on your Yamaha outboard to provide reliable service.

This warranty provides you with specific coverage and notes your responsibilities in maintaining and operating your outboard. Please take the time to read and become familiar with this warranty.

PERIOD OF WARRANTY.

• Pleasure Use: Any new Yamaha two stroke outboard motor purchased and registered with Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. for pleasure use in the United States, will be warranted against defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase, subject to exclusions noted herein.
• Commercial Use: Any Yamaha two stroke outboard motor purchased and utilized for commercial applications will bo warranted for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, subject to exclusions noted herein.
• Peripheral Equipment: Yamaha peripheral equipment included with the motor, such as gauges, fuel tanks and hoses, remote control boxes, propellers, and wiring external from the motor unit, will be warranted for one (1) year from the date of purchase for either pleasure or commercial use. Replacement parts used in warranty repairs will be warranted for the balance of the applicable warranty period.

The Second Year

The second year of warranty (if applicable) shall be limited to covering the cost of parts and labor for major components only. The major components covered are:

Power Unit Section

• Power Head
• Intake Manifold and Reed Valve Assembly
• Carburetor Assembly and its Related Components
• Fuel and Oil Pump Assemblies
• Ignition System (Standard and Microcomputer)
• Precision Blend ® System Bracket Section
• Bracket System

Lower Unit Section

• Exhaust System
• Upper Casing
• Lower Unit Assembly Bracket Section
• Bracket System
• Power Trim and Tilt Assembly

The warranty described here applies to outboard motor purchased and registered for use in the United Sates only excluding its territories. For warranty provisions outside the United States, contact the particular country's local Yamaha distributor.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION

To be eligible for warranty coverage, the outboard motor must first be registered with Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. A warranty registration form is provided in the Owner's Manual with each outboard. This form must be completed and mailed to Yamaha by either the selling dealer or the purchaser. Warranty registration can also be accomplished by any authorized Yamaha outboard dealer. Upon receipt of the registration, an Owner's Warranty Card will be sent by Yamaha to the registered purchaser.

OBTAINING REPAIRS UNDER WARRANTY

To receive repairs under this warranty, a valid Owner's Warranty Card must be presented to an authorized Yamaha Outboard Motor Dealer. During the period of warranty, any authorized Yamaha outboard dealer will, free of charge, repair or replace, at Yamaha's option, any parts adjudged defective by Yamaha due to faulty workmanship or material from the factory. All replaced parts will become the property of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

CUSTOMER'S RESPONSIBILITY

Under the terms of this warranty, the customer will be responsible for ensuring that the outboard motor is properly operated, maintained, and stored as specified in the applicable Owner's Manual.

The owner of the outboard motor shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha Outboard Motor Dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten (10) days of discovery and make the motor available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer's place of business.

EXCLUSIONS: READ CAREFULLY.

General exclusions from warranty.

This warranty will not cover the repair of damage if the damage is a result of abuse or neglect of the product. Examples of abuse and neglect include, but are not limited to:

• 1. Racing or competition use, modification of original parts, abnormal strain.
• 2. Lack of proper maintenance and off season storage as described in the Owner's Manual, improper mounting of the motor, installation of parts or accessories that are not equivalent in design and quality to genuine Yamaha parts.
• 3. Operation of the motor at an rpm other than specified, improper propeller selection, use of lubricants, oils, and fuel/oil mixtures that are not suitable for outboard motor use.
• 4. Damage as a result of accidents, collisions, contact with foreign materials, or submersion.
• 5. Growth of marine organism on motor surfaces.
• 6. Normal deterioration.

SPECIFIC PARTS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY.

Parts replaced due to normal wear or routine maintenance such as oil, spark plugs, shear pins, propellers, hubs, fuel and oil filters, brushes for the starter motor and power tilt motor, water pump impellers, and anodes, are not covered by warranty.

Charges for removal of the motor from a boat and transporting the motor to and from an authorized Yamaha Outboard Motor Dealer are excluded from warranty coverage.

Specific parts excluded from the second year of warranty (if applicable) are:

• Top and Bottom Cowling
• Electric Components (other than ignition system).
• Rubber Components (such as hoses, tubes, rubber seals, fittings, and clamps)

TRANSFER OF WARRANTY

Transfer of the warranty from the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser is possible by having the motor inspected by an authorized Yamaha Outboard Motor Dealer and requesting the dealer to submit a change of registration to Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. within ten (10) days of the transfer.

YAMAHA DISCLAIMER

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.

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 damages.
• 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 machine out of oil, operating the machine with a broken or damaged part which causes another part to fail, damage or failure due to improper or careless transportation, and/or tie down. If you have any specific questions on operation or maintenance, please contact your Yamaha outboard dealer for advice.
• Q. Does the warranty cover incidental costs such as towing or transportation due to a failure?
• A. No. The warranty is limited to repair of the machine itself. >
• Q. May I perform any or all of the recommended maintenance shown in the Owner'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 and Service Manuals. We do recommend, however, that items requiring special tools or equipment be done by a Yamaha outboard dealer.
• Q. Will the warranty be void or canceled if I do not operate or maintain my new outboard exactly as specified in the Owner's Manual?
• A. No. The warranty on a new outboard cannot be "voided" or "canceled". However, if a particular failure is caused by operation or maintenance other than as shown in the Owner's Manual, that failure may not be covered under warranty.
• Q. What responsibility does a Yamaha outboard dealer have under this warranty?
• A. Each Yamaha outboard dealer is expected to:
  1. Completely set up each outboard he sells prior to delivery. 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 outboard 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 any existing warranty can be transferred upon request. The unit has to be inspected and re-registered by an authorized Yamaha outboard dealer for the policy to remain effective.

CUSTOMER SERVICE

If your machine requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized Yamaha outboard dealer within the continental United States. Be sure to bring your warranty registration identification or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or problem arises regarding 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

When contacting Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. don't forget to include any important information such as names, addresses, model, engine serial number, dates, and receipts.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS The federal government requires each manufacturer of a motor vehicle 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 outboard, please advise us of your new address by sending a postcard with your outboard model name, engine serial number, dealer number (or dealer's name) as it is shown on your warranty identification; name and new mailing address.

Mail to:

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION
U.S.A. WARRANTY DEPARTMENT
P.O.Box 6555
Cypress, California 90630

This will ensure that Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. has an up-to-date registration record in accordance with federal law.

The above information is provided by Wefing's Marine and www.wefings.com for information purposes only. Final determination of warranty applicability is done by Yamaha Motor Corporation, not by us. There may be other conditions, exclusions, applications, etc. to the warranty not posted here. For full details see your Yamaha dealer.