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Yamaha WaveRunner & Yamaha Jet Boat Maintenance

Proper Yamaha WaveRunner maintenance and Yamaha Jet Boat maintenance are essential for ensuring years of worry-free fun on the water. But what does a proper Yamaha Boat or Yamaha WaveRunner maintenance schedule look like? What Yamaha parts and products do you need for the job, and how often should you perform this service?

At PartsVu, we’ve been helping Yamaha outboard owners maintain their engines for years. Now, we bring that same expertise and passion for easy maintenance to Yamaha WaveRunner and Yamaha Boat service and care. We aim to make Yamaha WaveRunner maintenance and Yamaha Boat maintenance easy by providing high-quality parts, maintenance kits, expert resources, fast shipping, and great prices.

Yamaha WaveRunner & Yamaha Jet Boat Maintenance Resources

We continue to build a library of Yamaha WaveRunner maintenance and Yamaha Jet Boat maintenance resources, including:

• Yamaha WaveRunner Troubleshooting: Common Issues and Fixes

• Yamaha Jet Boat Maintenance – Tips, Tricks & Troubleshooting

• Ten Tips for Maintaining Yamaha WaveRunners for Long-Term Performance

• Yamalube for WaveRunners & Yamaha Boats: The Best Choice for Engine Performance

• How to Maintain Yamaha Jet Boats for Optimal Performance

Interestingly, Yamaha Jet Boats and Yamaha WaveRunners operate with the same jet propulsion technology. In many ways, a Yamaha Boat is just a larger Yamaha jet ski, so the servicing needs for both are similar.

Key Steps for Yamaha WaveRunner & Yamaha Boat Maintenance

How often this maintenance needs to be performed depends greatly on how much and how often you use them. However, service should be performed minimally annually.

Oil & Filter Change

Both Yamaha WaveRunners and Yamaha Jet Boats use Yamalube 10W-40 Watercraft Oil. The proper oil and oil filter are included in PartsVu’s Yamaha WaveRunner service kits and Yamaha Boat service kits.

Cooling System Care

While you should flush your Yamaha WaveRunner or Yamaha Jet Boat engine after every saltwater use, it’s crucial to pay extra attention during annual maintenance. Regular flushing prevents buildup that could lead to overheating or corrosion. If you boat in saltwater, in addition to flushing with freshwater, use a high-quality salt remover like Salt Off. 

Inspect & Replace Spark Plugs

Check your Yamaha WaveRunner spark plugs for fouling or corrosion and replace them as needed.

Inspect the Fuel System

Look for cracks or leaks in the fuel lines. To prevent fuel degradation, use Yamalube Fuel Stabilizer & Conditioner or Yamalube® Fuel Med RX.

Check & Replace Air Filter

Clean or replace your Yamaha WaveRunner air filter or Yamaha Jet Boat air filter as needed for optimal performance.

Jet Pump & Impeller Inspection

Examine your impeller and wear ring for damage, dings, or debris that could impact performance. Grease the pump bearing to ensure smooth operation.

Battery Maintenance

Regularly inspect your Yamaha WaveRunner or Yamaha Boat battery for charge level and terminal corrosion. For long-term storage, use a trickle charger.

Hull & Exterior Maintenance

Regularly inspect the hull of your Yamaha WaveRunner or Yamaha Jet Boat for cracks, damage, or gel coat scratches. Clean with high-quality boat soap and apply marine-grade wax. Also, drain plugs should be replaced every few years to prevent leaks. This replacement is a cheap way to prevent big problems.

Steering & Controls Inspection

Check your steering and throttle cables for wear or binding. Use Yamalube marine grease to lubricate linkages and moving parts.

Safety Equipment Check

Make sure your kill switch, kill switch lanyard, and emergency shut-off features are in good working order. Also, check your fire extinguisher, PFDs, and other critical boat safety gear.

Find the Right Yamaha WaveRunner Service Kit or Yamaha Boat Maintenance Kit

PartsVu is your trusted source for Yamaha WaveRunner maintenance kits, and Yamaha Jet Boat maintenance kits. Whether you need a service kit, replacement parts, or expert guidance on servicing your vessel, we’ve got you covered.

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