YAMAHA

DIAGNOSTIC
SYSTEM
VERSION 1.30

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

6AW-2819U-10
 PREFACE

PREFACE
This Instruction Manual, written for use by Yamaha Outboard Motor and Watercraft dealers, contains
information on using the Yamaha Diagnostic System software and diagnosing problems in an
outboard motor or watercraft.
This manual contains information to be used together with basic servicing procedures, and therefore
requires that the person performing these procedures have a basic maintenance knowledge and
technical skills of outboard motors or watercraft.

Trademark Acknowledgments
IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies or organizations.

YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM

VERSION 1.30
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
©2007 Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, April 2007
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
In this Instruction Manual particularly important information is distinguished in the following ways.
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!

WARNING
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the Outboard
motor or Watercraft operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the outboard
motor or watercraft.

CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the
outboard motor or watercraft.

NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
Outboard motors
CONTENTS

CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................... 1
FEATURES .......................................................................................... 1
Functions ......................................................................................... 1
CONTENTS ......................................................................................... 2
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS .......................................................... 2
COMPATIBLE MODELS ..................................................................... 3

INSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ............................ 4

INSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UNDER
Windows 2000 or Windows XP .................................................... 4
UPDATING THE DATABASE ............................................................. 8
INSTALLING THE USB DRIVER ...................................................... 12

OPERATING ........................................................................................... 14
CONNECTING THE COMPUTER TO THE OUTBOARD MOTOR ... 14
STARTING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ........................ 15
SELECTING COMMANDS FROM THE MAIN MENU ...................... 19
DIAGNOSIS ....................................................................................... 21
Operating procedure ..................................................................... 22
Print ............................................................................................... 23
Save .............................................................................................. 24
DIAGNOSIS RECORD ...................................................................... 27
Deleting diagnosis record in the ECM ........................................... 30
ENGINE MONITOR ........................................................................... 32
Selecting the monitor items ........................................................... 34
Using the graph feature ................................................................. 36
Viewing saved graphs offline ......................................................... 43
STATIONARY TEST .......................................................................... 47
Sparking ignition coil procedure .................................................... 47
Operating injector procedure ......................................................... 52
Operating the electric fuel pump ................................................... 55
Operating electric oil pump procedure .......................................... 59
Operating the electric fuel feed pump ........................................... 62
Operating the ISC valve ................................................................ 65
Operating the oil control valve ....................................................... 67
ACTIVE TEST .................................................................................... 69
Dropping a cylinder ....................................................................... 70
Fully opening the ISC valve ........................................................... 72
Opening the ISC valve angle ......................................................... 75
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DATA LOGGER ................................................................................. 77

Data Logger item selection ............................................................ 77

Outboard motors
Data comparison graph ................................................................. 78
Engine operating hours according to engine speed ...................... 80
ECM record data graph ................................................................. 80
SOME FILES ..................................................................................... 95
EXIT ................................................................................................... 96
Operating procedure ..................................................................... 96
TILT LIMITER SET ............................................................................ 97
Setting the tilt limiter ...................................................................... 97
Clear the tilt limiter ....................................................................... 101
DIGITAL ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM RESET ................... 103
RECORD OF ENGINE OIL EXCHANGE ........................................ 105

TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................... 107

APPENDIX ............................................................................................ 108

SETTING THE DESKTOP AREA .................................................... 108
UNINSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM .............. 110
ABBREVIATIONS ........................................................................... 113
INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION
FEATURES
The newly developed Yamaha Diagnostic System provides quicker detection and analysis of engine
malfunctions.
By connecting your computer to the ECM (Electronic Control Module) of an outboard motor using
the communication cable, this software can be used to display sensor data and data stored in the
ECM on a computer’s monitor.
If this software is run on Microsoft Windows® 2000 or Windows XP, the information can be displayed
in colorful graphics. Also, the software can be operated using either a mouse or a keyboard.
In addition, the data for the main functions (Diagnosis, Diagnosis record, Engine monitor, Data
logger, and Record of engine oil exchange) can be saved on a disk or printed out.

Functions
Scan Tool
1. Diagnosis: With the engine main switch ON, each sensor’s status and each ECM
diagnosis code or item is displayed. This enables you to find malfunctioning parts and
controls quickly.
2. Diagnosis record: Sensors that had been activated and ECM diagnostic codes that have
been recorded are displayed. This allows you to check the outboard motor’s record of
malfunctions.
3. Engine monitor: Each sensor’s status and the ECM data are displayed while the engine
is running. This enables you to find malfunctioning parts quickly. In addition, the data
displayed using the Engine Monitor function can be displayed in a graph.
4. Stationary test: Operation tests can be performed with the engine off.
5. Active test: Operation tests can be performed with the engine running.
6. Data logger: From the data stored in the ECM, at least two items of 13 - 20 minutes of
recorded data are displayed on a graph. (The time varies depending on the model.) In
addition, the operating time as compared to the engine speed and the total operating time
are displayed. This allows you to check the operating status of the engine. For some
models, you can also save the ECM record data in a file so that you can read and display
the graph later.
7. Some files: Lets you select and run other applications while continuing to run the
diagnostic program.
Special Function
1. Tilt Limiter Set: Lets you specify the angle of tilt limiter.
2. Digital Electronic Control System Reset: Initializes the identification between the
outboard motor and the Digital Electronic Control.
Maintenance Information
1. Record of Engine Oil Exchange: Lets you record the history of engine oil change.

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CONTENTS
1. CD-ROM (software + instruction manual) (1)
2. Adapter (1)
3. Communication cable (1)

a b c
Fig. 1

HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS
Make sure that your computer meets the following requirements before using this software.

Computer: IBM PC/AT compatible computer

Operating system: Microsoft Windows 2000 or Windows XP (English version)
CPU:
Windows 2000: Pentium, 166 MHz or higher (Pentium 233 MHz or higher recommended)
Windows XP: Pentium, 300 MHz or higher (Pentium 500 MHz or higher recommended)
Memory:
Windows 2000: 64 MB or more (128 MB or more recommended)
Windows XP: 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)
Hard disk free space: 20 MB or more (40 MB or more recommended)
Drive: CD-ROM drive
Display: VGA (640 × 480 pixels), (SVGA [800 × 600 pixels] or more recommended)
256 or more colors
Mouse: Compatible with the operating systems mentioned above
Communication port: RS232C (Dsub-9 pin) port, USB port
Printer: Compatible with the operating systems mentioned above

NOTE:
• The amount of memory and the amount of free space on the hard disk differs depending on the
computer.
• Using this software while there is not enough free space on the hard disk could cause errors and
result in insufficient memory.
• This software will not run properly on some computers.
• When starting up this program, do not start other software applications.
• Do not use the screen saver function or the energy saving feature when using this program.
• If the ECM is changed, restart the program.
• Windows XP is a multiuser operating system, therefore, be sure to end this program if the login
user is changed.
• This manual uses the screens and explanations from Windows XP. Some operations may be
slightly different in other operating systems.

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COMPATIBLE MODELS
North American models: Z150, LZ150, VZ150, Z175, VZ175, Z200, LZ200, VZ200, VZ200-2,
Z225, VZ225, Z250, LZ250, VZ250, Z300, LZ300, VZ300, F50, T50, F60,
T60, F75, F90, F115, LF115, F150, LF150, F200, LF200, F225, LF225,
F250, LF250, F350, LF350
Worldwide models: Z150P, LZ150P, Z150Q, Z175G, Z175H, Z200N, LZ200N, Z200P, Z200Q,
Z200R, Z225H, Z250D, LZ250D, Z250F, Z300A, LZ300A, Z300B, F50F,
FT50G, F60C, FT60D, F75B, F80B, F90B, F100D, F115A, FL115A,
F150A, FL150A, F200A, FL200A, F225A, FL225A, F250A, FL250A,
F350A, FL350A

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INSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM

This section provides information on installing the Yamaha Diagnostic System under Windows 2000
or Windows XP.

INSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UNDER

Windows 2000 or Windows XP
NOTE:
• Before installing the Yamaha Diagnostic System, check that your computer meets the specified
requirements. For detailed information on the system requirements, see page 2.
• It is strongly recommended that you exit all other programs before running the installer.

1. Turn on your computer and start up Windows 2000 or Windows XP.

2. Insert the compact disc into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.
3. Double-click the My Computer icon, then the CD-ROM drive icon, and then double-click
the YDIS_Setup_image icon to start up the installer.

Fig. 2

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4. Click the Next button to start the installation process.

Fig. 3
NOTE:
If the Yamaha Diagnostic System has already been installed onto your computer, the
following dialog box appears.
Click the Yes button to update this program, or click the No button to quit the installation.

Fig. 4

NOTE:
• To quit the installation, click the Cancel button. The following dialog box appears. (See
fig. 3)

Fig. 5
• To quit the installation program, click the Yes button.
• To continue installation, click the No button. (Fig. 5)

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5. Check the target directory and the program name for the Yamaha Diagnostic System,
which are displayed in the dialog box.
Click the Next button to start copying the program files.
NOTE:
• To go back to the previous dialog box (step 4), click the Back button.
• To quit the installation, click the Cancel button.

Fig. 6

Fig. 7

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NOTE:
• To quit the installation, click the Cancel button. (See fig. 6) The following dialog box
appears.

Fig. 8
• To quit the installation program, click the Yes button.
• To continue installation, click the No button. (Fig. 8)

6. After the installation is completed, the following dialog box appears.

Click the Finish button to quit the installation program.

Fig. 9
NOTE:
Install the Database file before using the Yamaha Diagnostic System, otherwise the
program will not operate correctly. For installation procedures, refer to “UPDATING THE
DATABASE” on the next page.

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UPDATING THE DATABASE

NOTE:
When installing the Yamaha Diagnostic System for the first time, be sure to update the database.

1. Turn on your computer and start up Windows 2000 or Windows XP.

2. From the taskbar at the bottom of your computer screen, click the start button (fig. 10),
point to All Programs or Programs, and then click YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM to
open the Yamaha Diagnostic System window. (See fig. 11)

Fig. 10

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3. After about three seconds the display will automatically go to the first menu display, or you
can click or press any key to go to the first menu. (See fig. 12)

Fig. 11
4. Click the Update database [F1] button or press the F1 key on your keyboard.

Fig. 12
NOTE:
• Do not click the Starting service tool [Enter] button or press the Enter key on your
keyboard until the database has been updated, otherwise the program will not operate
correctly.
• To quit the update of the database, press the ESC key on your keyboard.

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5. Insert the compact disc into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.

NOTE:
• All the database files will be copied from the compact disc to the computer’s hard drive
automatically.
• Any earlier version of the database saved on the hard drive will be overwritten.

6. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard to start copying the database
files.

Fig. 13
NOTE:
If an error message appears and the program stops operating, follow the error message.

Fig. 14

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7. When the database is updated a confirmation screen is displayed.

To quit, click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.
To return to the first menu screen, click the Cancel button or press the Esc key on your
keyboard.

Fig. 15
NOTE:
• Display the program and database information to check version. (Fig. 16)
To display information, click the title in the first menu screen while pressing the Shift key
or press the Enter key while pressing Shift key. (See fig. 12)

Fig. 16

8. To quit the Yamaha Diagnostic System from the first menu (see fig. 12), press the Esc key
on your keyboard.

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INSTALLING THE USB DRIVER

1. Connect one end of the USB cable to 3-pin communication coupler on the outboard motor
engine. Connect the other end to the included USB adapter, and connect the adapter to the
USB port on the computer.
2. Turn the start switch to ON.
The Windows operating system senses the USB connection to the outboard motor and
automatically displays the hardware wizard.
3. Select Yes, now and every time I connect a device, and then click the Next button.
(Fig. 17)

Fig. 17
4. Confirm that the compact disc is in the computer’s CD-ROM drive, and select Install the
software automatically (Recommended), and then click the Next button.

Fig. 18

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Fig. 19
5. Click the Finish button.

Fig. 20

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CONNECTING THE COMPUTER TO THE OUTBOARD MOTOR
NOTE:
Be sure to use the enclosed communication cable a to connect the computer and adapter b to the
outboard motor.

1. Quit any applications that are running, and then turn off the computer.
2. Connect the communication cable to the 3-pin communication coupler of the outboard
motor, the adapter, and the communication port of your computer.

a
c

USB
RS232C

Fig. 21
NOTE:
• Use either the COM1 or COM2 port, and, if necessary, set the serial port as specified in
the computer’s manual. Set the serial port where the RS232C (Dsub-9 pin) cable is
connected to COM1 or COM2.
• For connection between the communication cable and outboard motor c, see the
applicable outboard motor service manual.
• When you finish all the YDIS operations, be sure to remove the communication cable
and reattach the coupler cap on the outboard motor.
• If using the USB adapter, be sure that you have installed the USB driver.

3. Connect the remote control to the outboard motor.

4. Connect the 12 V battery to the outboard motor.
NOTE:
The following items should be checked before starting the Yamaha Diagnostic System.
• The battery is properly charged and its specific gravity is within specification.
• There are no incorrect wiring connections.
• Wiring connections are properly secured and are not rusty.
• There are enough fuel and oil in each tank.

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STARTING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM

1. Turn the main switch of the outboard motor to ON.
2. Turn on your computer and start up Windows 2000 or Windows XP.
3. From the taskbar at the bottom of your computer screen, click the start button (fig. 22),
point to All Programs or Programs, and then click YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.

Fig. 22

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4. Open the Yamaha Diagnostic System window. (Fig. 23) After about three seconds the
display will automatically go to the first menu, or click or press any key to go to the first
menu. (Fig. 24)

Fig. 23

Fig. 24
NOTE:
• If you wish to use the service tools: Click the Start service tool [ENTER] button, or
press the Enter key.
• If you want to update the database: Click the Update database [F1] button, or press the
F1 key.
• If you wish to switch between color and monochrome display: Click the Change Colors
[F10] button, or press the F10 key.

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5. Click the Starting service tool [Enter] button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 25
NOTE:
• If an error message appears and the program stops operating, follow the error
messages.
• If the program doesn’t start, an error message will explain the problem. If the program
doesn’t start and an error message is not displayed, the cause of the problem is most
likely insufficient computer memory.
• To cancel, press the ESC key on your keyboard.

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6. Click or press any key to display the main menu.

Fig. 26

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SELECTING COMMANDS FROM THE MAIN MENU

1. Select a menu from the Main Menu using any of the followings:
• Click the desired menu in the area a.
• Click the desired menu in the area b.
• Press the number key (1, 2, 3, or 8) corresponding to the selected menu.
• Select the desired menu by the Up/Down key and press the Enter key.

a b

Fig. 27
NOTE:
If a diagnosis record is stored in the ECM, “Diagnosis record available.” appears as a
confirmation message before the command selection menu is displayed.

Fig. 28

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2. Select a command using any of the followings:

• Click the desired command in the area a.
• Click the desired command in the area b.
• Press the number key (1–8) corresponding to the selected command.

a b

Fig. 29
NOTE:
Some commands may not be available depending on the model of the outboard motor. If
the command is not available, “Unavailable” appears to the right of the command.

Fig. 30

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DIAGNOSIS
The diagnosis codes of malfunctions recorded in the outboard motor’s ECM, the diagnosis codes’
corresponding part name, the results of the diagnosis, and the condition of the part are listed.
Abnormal items are identified by terms other than “Normal” in the Result column and are displayed
at the top of the list. The results for those items are highlighted in red.
Eight items can be displayed at one time. To check the other items, scroll the display.
Troubleshooting procedures for the selected code are displayed in the box below the list.

List of diagnosis codes and items

Code Item Code Item

13 Pulser coil 62 Fuel pressure too low
14 Crank position sensor 68 Variable cam timing (STBD)
15* Water temp sensor 69 Variable cam timing (PORT)
15* Engine temp sensor 71 Cam position sensor (STBD INT)
17 Knock sensor 72 Cam position sensor (PORT INT)
18 Throttle position sensor 73 Oil control valve (STBD)
19 Battery voltage 74 Oil control valve (PORT)
22 Atmospheric press sensor 83 Trim/tilt sensor
23 Intake temp sensor 85 ION detection module
24 Cam position sensor (EXH) 112 - 119 Electronic throttle system
25 Fuel press sensor 121 - 123 Electronic throttle system
26 Injector 124 - 128 Throttle position sensor
27 Water in fuel 129 Electronic throttle system
28 Shift position switch 131 - 135 Accelerator position sensor
29 Intake press sensor 136 - 139 Electronic throttle system
37 Intake air passage 141 - 145 Electronic throttle system
39 Oil press sensor 146 - 150 Shift position sensor
44 Engine stop lanyard switch 153 - 155 Shift position sensor
45 Shift cut-off switch 156 - 157 ENG-R.C. communication
46 Overheat thermoswitch 160 - 181 Remote control system
49 Over cooling 183 - 184 Remote control system
59 Memory data 186 - 187 Remote control system

* The item varies depending on the model.

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Fig. 31
NOTE:
Some items may not be available depending on the model of the outboard motor. Refer to the
corresponding Service Manual for further information.

Operating procedure
Select the code number that you wish to view a diagnosis for by either clicking it or pressing the
up or down arrow keys on your keyboard.
To scroll the display and view other items, click ▲ or ▼ in the scroll bar, or press the up or down
arrow keys on your keyboard.

NOTE:
• Items where “Normal” does not appear in the Result column are displayed at the top of the
list. Items with 3-digit code numbers are listed above those with 2-digit code numbers.
• The selected code is highlighted in light blue and its confirmation procedure is displayed
below the table.

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Print
By selecting the Print command in the Diagnosis, Diagnosis record, Engine monitor, Data
logger mode, or Record of engine oil exchange, the data from the corresponding window can be
printed.
1. Click the Print [F1] button or press the F1 key on your keyboard. The Print dialog box is
displayed.

Fig. 32
2. Specify the printer, the printing range, and the number of copies to be printed.

Fig. 33

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3. Click the OK button to begin printing.

To cancel printing, click the Cancel button.
NOTE:
The Print Screen function in Windows cannot be used since scroll data cannot be printed.

Save
By selecting the Save command in the Diagnosis, Diagnosis record, Engine monitor, Data
logger mode, or Record of engine oil exchange, the corresponding data can be saved on a disk.
Operating procedure:
1. Click the Save [F2] button or press the F2 key on your keyboard. The Save As dialog box
is displayed.

Fig. 34

Fig. 35

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2. Select the disk and folder where the data will be saved and specify its file name.

Fig. 36
NOTE:
The default file name is assigned as shown below.
Example: D 6AW 07 01 30 1228 XX .csv
ID code Model Year Month Day Time File serial number

3. Click the Save button to save the data. (without Microsoft Office)
To cancel saving, click the Cancel button. (See fig. 36)
The data you saved can be viewed in Microsoft Excel. (Fig. 37)

Fig. 37

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NOTE:
• The program saves the data in both CSV format and Excel format. (with Microsoft
Office)
• If Microsoft Excel (version 97 or later) is installed on your computer, you can save the
data onto a one-page US Letter-size form as shown below.

Fig. 38

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DIAGNOSIS RECORD
The diagnosis codes of malfunctions that have been recorded in the outboard motor’s ECM, the
diagnosis codes’ corresponding items, and the time when the malfunctions occurred are listed.
In addition, if engine history information exists, a table listing the items and results appears.
The latest occurrence appears on top. In addition, diagnosis codes stored in the ECM can be
deleted.

List of diagnosis record codes and items

Code Item Code Item

13 Pulser coil 62 Fuel pressure too low
14 Crank position sensor 68 Variable cam timing (STBD)
15* Water temp sensor 69 Variable cam timing (PORT)
15* Engine temp sensor 71 Cam position sensor (STBD INT)
17 Knock sensor 72 Cam position sensor (PORT INT)
18 Throttle position sensor 73 Oil control valve (STBD)
19 Battery voltage 74 Oil control valve (PORT)
22 Atmospheric press sensor 83 Trim/tilt sensor
23 Intake temp sensor 85 ION detection module
24 Cam position sensor (EXH) 112 - 119 Electronic throttle system
25 Fuel press sensor 121 - 123 Electronic throttle system
26 Injector 124 - 128 Throttle position sensor
27 Water in fuel 129 Electronic throttle system
28 Shift position switch 131 - 135 Accelerator position sensor
29 Intake press sensor 136 - 139 Electronic throttle system
37 Intake air passage 141 - 145 Electronic throttle system
39 Oil press sensor 146 - 150 Shift position sensor
44 Engine stop lanyard switch 153 - 155 Shift position sensor
45 Shift cut-off switch 156 - 157 ENG-R.C. communication
46 Overheat thermoswitch 160 - 181 Remote control system
49 Over cooling 183 - 184 Remote control system
59 Memory data 186 - 187 Remote control system

* The item varies depending on the model.

List of engine history information items (displayed only when ECM record data exists)

Item Description
Maximum engine speed Indicates all-time peak engine speed (RPM), and time of its occurrence.
Fuel pressure minimum Indicates all-time minimum recorded fuel-pressure value, and time of
occurrence.
Over rev. count Indicates the number of times that over-rev prevention control has been
triggered to date.
Overheat count Indicates the number of times that the overheat switch has been activated to
date.
Low oil pressure count Indicates the number of times that the oil press sensor has detected the low
oil pressure to date.
Knocking control count Indicates the number of times that the knocking control has been triggered to
date.

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Fig. 39
a.Displays diagnosis codes information.
b.Display row used for “Water in fuel” diagnosis code only.
c.Displays engine history information. (Fields will be left empty if recorded data does not exist in
the ECM.)
d.Shows total hours of operation.

NOTE:
• Please never run the engine with the fuel supply cut off, as doing so may cause inappropriate
values to be recorded.
• If you have deleted data from the ECM, the program will reflect only the data recorded following
the last reset.
• Some items may not be available depending on the model of the outboard motor.

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NOTE:
When a Diagnosis record is not available, “Diagnosis Record is unavailable” is displayed.

Fig. 40

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Deleting diagnosis record in the ECM

1. Select the item that you wish to delete by either clicking it or pressing the up or down arrow
keys on your keyboard.
NOTE:
• The selected code is highlighted in light blue.
• Check that the items deleted are normal in the Diagnosis Record. If the items remain
irregular, they will appear as irregular in the Diagnosis Record even if you try to delete
them.

Fig. 41

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2. Click the Delete [F3] button or press the F3 key on your keyboard. (See fig. 41) A
confirmation message appears. (Fig. 42)

Fig. 42
NOTE:
Engine history information cannot be deleted except for the maximum engine speed.

3. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (See fig. 42) The selected
item is deleted. To cancel deleting the item, click the Cancel button or press the Esc key on
your keyboard.
NOTE:
If an error occurs while an item is being deleted, an error message appears. Follow the
instructions that appear in the error message. (Fig. 43)

Fig. 43

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ENGINE MONITOR
WARNING
Do not use the Engine Monitor function to check the engine condition while operating a boat,
otherwise you may become distracted, which could result in a collision.

CAUTION:
Be sure to avoid splashing water on the computer, adapter, and communication cable, and to
avoid damaging them with strong sudden jolts or vibration.

The data from the ECM of the outboard motor is displayed.

Ten items can be displayed at one time. To view the other items, scroll the display. Displayed items
can be changed as necessary.

List of engine monitor items

Monitor item Monitor item
Active Remote Control *1 Main switch
Accelerator position sensor (main) Oil level switch (remote tank)
Accelerator position sensor (sub) Oil level switch (engine tank)
Atmospheric pressure Oil pressure
Battery voltage Oil pressure switch
Dual engine system switch Overheat thermoswitch
Electric oil pump Over-rev control release lead
Electronic throttle relay Oxygen sensor voltage
Engine speed PT/T down switch
Engine stop lanyard switch PT/T up switch
Engine temperature Shift cut-off switch
Firing of cylinder Shift position judgement
Free throttle switch Shift position sensor (main)
Fuel injection duration Shift position sensor (sub)
Fuel pressure Shift position switch
Fuel pump relay Shift relay
Ignition timing Shift request *2
Intake cam timing (STBD) Starter switch
Intake cam timing (PORT) Throttle position sensor (main)
Intake pressure Throttle position sensor (sub)
Intake temperature Throttle request *3
ISC valve opening Throttle valve opening
LPS (main) TPS voltage
LPS (sub) Throttle valve opening
LPS_PORT (main) Trim/tilt sensor
LPS_PORT (sub) Water detection switch
LPS_STBD (main) Water temp switch (overheat)
LPS_STBD (sub) Water temperature
Main relay

*1: This item monitors which Digital Electronic Control is identified by the outboard motor.
The number stands for the steering station, and the alphabet stands for the position.
(P: Port, S: Starboard, C: Center)
*2: This item monitors the request value for the shift position sent by the Digital Electronic
Control. “100 %” stands for forward position, “0 %” stands for neutral position, and “-100 %”
stands for reverse position.
*3: This item monitors the request value for the throttle opening angle sent by the Digital
Electronic Control.

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Fig. 44
NOTE:
• In the Monitor Item column, the standard value (range) for each item is enclosed in parentheses.
• The diagnosis results displayed in the Result column are highlighted in red if they are out of
specification. (See fig. 44)
• If the results for a monitor item are highlighted in red, refer to “DIAGNOSIS RECORD”. Refer to
the corresponding service manual for the appropriate inspection and adjustment procedures.

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Selecting the monitor items

Select the items in the Monitor Item Selection window that you wish to display in the Engine
Monitor window.
1. To change a displayed item, click the Select [F3] button or press the F3 key on your
keyboard.

Fig. 45

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2. Select an item by either clicking it or pressing the up or down arrow keys on your keyboard,
and then press the space bar.
NOTE:
• Selected items a have a light blue background. Items that are not selected have a blue
background.
• At initialization, all items are displayed.

Fig. 46
3. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. The Engine Monitor window
appears. To cancel the monitor, click the Cancel button or press the Esc key on your
keyboard. (See fig. 46)

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Using the graph feature

The graph feature lets you generate a graph from the monitored engine data. The program
reads the monitored input signal and generates the graph accordingly. You can also save the
monitored signal data to disk so that you can regenerate and review the graphs later.
1. Click the Graph [F4] button at the bottom right of engine monitor window, or else press the
F4 key.

Fig. 47

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2. The program displays the comparison graph window.

Fig. 48
a Freely select up to five items for display in the graph.
b These are the graph control buttons. These buttons are disabled while monitoring is in
progress. For information about how to use these buttons, refer to “Graph window
controls (keys and buttons)”.
3. Click the Property [F6] button at the bottom of the graph or press the F6 key on your
keyboard.

Fig. 49

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4. The program displays the Comparison Graph Property window. Click the Logging, Graph,
and Color tabs and perform the appropriate settings. For detailed information on the graph
properties, refer to the graph setting table.

Logging

Fig. 50
Graph setting table
Tab Property Range
Logging Step (sec) Sets the period at which the program reads the signals
being monitored. The minimum setting varies according to
the number of items you are monitoring: starting at 0.5s for
up to five items and then rising 0.5s for each multiple of five
that you pass.
Example: If one to five items, the available range is 0.5s to
60s.
If six to ten items, the available range is 1.0s to
60s.
Note: If the program is unable to read data at the exact
interval that you select, it will operate at the nearest available
interval.
Total Time (sec) Sets the total monitoring time.
At 0.5s resolution: 5s to 7 hours
At 60s resolution: 600s to 840 hours
Item Display Order Changes the order of the items on the display.

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Graph

Fig. 51
Graph setting table
Tab Property Range
Graph Selects item to be Select up to a maximum of five items for display on the
plotted on graph. graph.
Y1 View If you check the box, the graph plots the corresponding item
against the left Y axis.
Y2 View If you check the box, the graph plots the corresponding
against the right Y axis.
X Step (sec) Sets the length (in seconds) for the graph’s X axis. The
available range is the same as the range for the Total Time
setting.
Example: If you set the Step setting (on the Logging sheet)
to 0.5s and you set X Length to 5s, the resulting graph
display will show ten discrete steps.
Y1 Scale Max Sets the top value for the left Y axis. The range varies
according to the input step setting (the Step setting on the
Y1 Scale Min
Logging sheet).
Y2 Scale Max Sets the top value for the right Y axis. The range varies
according to the input step setting (the Step setting on the
Y2 Scale Min
Logging sheet).

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Color

Fig. 52
Graph setting table
Tab Property Range
Color Color Select any color available on your system.
Line Style Select from five styles: SOLID, DASH, DOT, DASHDOT,
DASHDOTDOT (DASH, DOT, DASHDOT, and
DASHDOTDOT are available only if line width is set to
0.5pt.)
Line Width Select from five widths: 0.5pt, 0.75pt, 1pt, 1.5pt, 2pt
Background Select any color available on your system.

Fig. 53

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5. Click the Start [F3] button or press the F3 key to begin graphing. Once monitoring has
started, the button name changes to Stop [F3]. The program automatically stops reading
the signal data when the specified time elapses.

Fig. 54
Graph window controls (keys and buttons)
Keyboard Button Operation Remarks
←→ Moves cursor in indicated direction (by one sample Disabled when
increment). monitoring.
Shift + ← → Moves cursor in indicated direction (by ten sample Disabled when
increments). monitoring.
Ctrl + ← → None Moves cursor in indicated direction (by 100 increments). Disabled when
monitoring.
Insert Zooms in on time axis (2x zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
Delete Zooms out on time axis (1/2 zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
PageUp Zooms in on time axis (4x zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
PageDown Zooms out on time axis (1/4 zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
Space Returns graph display settings to their defaults. Disabled when
monitoring.
F5 Deletes currently saved data and returns graph display Disabled when
settings to their defaults. (This feature is disabled during monitoring.
offline operation.)
F6 Displays the graph properties window. (Note that the Disabled when
Logging settings are disabled during offline operation.) monitoring.
F10 Loads recorded data. Disabled when
When the coupler is connected and communication is in monitoring.
progress, this feature can be used to load and display the
recorded data corresponding to the engine ECM No. The
loaded data can be regraphed using the saved settings.

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6. Click the Save [F2] button or press the [F2] to save the graph.

Fig. 55
NOTE:
The default file name is assigned as shown below.
Example: L 60V 07 03 23 1347 XX .csv
ID code Model Year Month Day Time File serial number

7. When you are finished with graphic monitoring, click the Return [Esc] button (or press the
ESC key). (See fig. 54)
8. If you have not saved the graph, the program displays a confirmation dialog asking whether
you are sure you wish to delete previously saved signal and graph data. (Fig. 56) Click the
OK button (or press the Enter key) to save the new data (overwriting the old data). The
graph window will then close.

Fig. 56

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Viewing saved graphs offline

The program allows you to view saved graph data offline. Once you have saved some graph
data, you can recall it and review it with no need to connect to the ECM.
1. With the adapter disconnected, start up the Yamaha Diagnostic System on your computer.
Then click the Starting service tool [Enter] button, or press the Enter key.

Fig. 57
2. Click or press any key to display the main menu.

Fig. 58

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3. When the “communication error” dialog appears, click the OffLine button.

Fig. 59
4. Click the Scan Tool menu in the Main Menu or press the number key “1” on your keyboard.

Fig. 60

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5. Click the Engine Monitor command in the Main Menu or press the number key “3” on your
keyboard.

Fig. 61
6. Click the Load [F10] button, or press the F10 key.

Fig. 62

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7. Select the file containing the saved graph data that you want to view, and then click the
Open button.

Fig. 63
NOTE:
Graph files not saved in the Engine Monitor Comparison Graph mode cannot be opened.

8. The program displays the selected graph data.

Fig. 64
NOTE:
Remember that you cannot carry out actual monitoring while working offline. Offline graph
operation is limited to recalling and viewing saved graph data.

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STATIONARY TEST
Selecting this command displays a window where stationary tests can be selected.

List of stationary test items

Item Item
Ignite ignition coil Operate electric oil pump
Oil ctrl. valve drive (PORT) Operate injector
Oil ctrl. valve drive (STBD) Operate ISC valve
Operate elect. fuel feed pump Spark ignition coil
Operate electric fuel pump

WARNING
Avoid clicking the Execute and Cancel buttons repeatedly, otherwise the ECM or PC may not
work properly and they may be damaged.

Fig. 65

Sparking ignition coil procedure

A voltage is applied to the ignition coil of the selected cylinder, a spark is created in the spark
gap tester, and then the ignition system is checked. Five sparks are created within five
seconds.

WARNING
• Do not touch any connections of the spark gap tester lead wires.
• Do not let sparks leak out of the removed spark plug cap.
• Keep flammable gas or liquids away since this test will produce sparks.

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1. Select the test that you wish to perform by either clicking it or pressing the up or down
arrow keys on your keyboard. (See fig. 65)
NOTE:
• Make sure that the engine is not running.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.
• A special tool (spark gap tester YM-34487/90890-06754) is needed.

2. Connect the spark plug cap of the cylinder that will be tested to the spark gap tester.
Spark gap tester
A YM-34487 / B 90890-06754

3. Set the spark gap length on the adjusting knob.

A B

Fig. 66 Fig. 67

4. Select the cylinder number where the spark gap tester is connected, and then click the
Select button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (See fig. 65)

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5. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (Fig. 68)

Fig. 68

Fig. 69

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NOTE:
If the engine is running or not in neutral, an error message is displayed. Follow the
instructions that appear.

Fig. 70

6. While checking the information that appears in the Test situation column, follow the test
instructions in the messages that are displayed. (See fig. 69)
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear in the error message.

Fig. 71

7. To stop the stationary test, click the Cancel button. (See fig. 69)
8. Observe the spark through the discharge window of the spark gap tester.

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9. To perform the test again to the same cylinder, click the Execute button or press the Enter
key on your keyboard. To perform the test on a different cylinder, click the Return [ESC]
button or press the Esc key on your keyboard to return to main menu where a different test
can be selected.
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, the following message is displayed.

Fig. 72

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Operating injector procedure

A voltage is applied to the injector of the selected cylinder, the injector is activated, and then the
fuel system is checked. The fuel is injected 20 times within two seconds.

WARNING
• Do not perform the test with the injector removed from the cylinder head or with any
fuel system parts removed. High-pressure fuel may spurt out.
• When performing this operation, keep all sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition
away from the testing area. Gasoline is highly flammable.

NOTE:
Before activating the injector, operate the electric fuel pump for ten seconds in order to build up
fuel pressure.

1. Select the test that you wish to perform by either clicking it or pressing the up or down
arrow keys on your keyboard.

Fig. 73
NOTE:
• Make sure that the engine is not running.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.
• Make sure that there is fuel in the fuel tank, otherwise an error will occur and the test
cannot be performed.

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2. Select the cylinder to be tested, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard. (See fig. 73)
3. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (Fig. 74)

Fig. 74
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear.

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4. Listen to the operating sound of the injector for the cylinder being tested.

Fig. 75
WARNING
Do not touch the injector connector.

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5. To perform the test again on the same cylinder, click the Execute button or press the Enter
key on your keyboard. To perform the test on a different cylinder, click the Return [ESC]
button or press the Esc key on your keyboard to return to the window where a different test
can be selected.

Fig. 76
CAUTION:
Do not test the same cylinder three or more times, otherwise the spark plug
insulator may be damaged.

Operating the electric fuel pump

A voltage is applied to the electric fuel pump, the electric fuel pump is operated, and then the
fuel system is checked. The electric fuel pump is operated for ten seconds.

WARNING
• Do not perform the test with the injector removed from the cylinder head or with any
fuel system parts removed. High-pressure fuel may spurt out.
• When performing this operation, keep all sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition
away from the testing area. Gasoline is highly flammable.

NOTE:
Make sure that there is fuel in fuel tank, otherwise an error will occur and the test cannot be
performed.

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1. Select the test to be performed, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard.

Fig. 77
NOTE:
• Make sure that the engine is not running.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.

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2. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 78
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear.

3. Listen to the operating sound of the electric fuel pump.

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4. To perform the test again, click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.
To perform a different test, click the Return [ESC] button or press the Esc key on your
keyboard to return to the window where a different test can be selected.

Fig. 79

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Operating electric oil pump procedure

The electrical oil pump is operated by a signal sent from the ECM for six seconds. This checks
if oil has been spurted out from the electrical oil pump.
1. Select the test to be performed, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard.

Fig. 80
NOTE:
• Make sure that the engine is not running.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.

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2. Remove the oil hose a from the vapor separator inlet b.

Fig. 81
CAUTION:
Do not allow any air to enter the oil hose during the test.

3. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 82
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear.

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4. Check that oil flows from the electric oil pump hose end.

Fig. 83
5. To perform the test again click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.
To perform a different test, click the Return [ESC] button or press the Esc key on your
keyboard to return to the window where a different test can be selected.

Fig. 84

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6. After the test is finished, install the oil hose.

NOTE:
Make sure that there is no air in the oil hose.

Operating the electric fuel feed pump

Operate the fuel feed pump (low-pressure pump) and listen to its operating sound. The
operating time is ten seconds.

NOTE:
Carry out this test after priming the engine. If the fuel pump is not supplied with fuel when it is
operated, the pump may be burned.

1. Select the test to be performed, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard.

Fig. 85

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2. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 86
3. Listen to the operating sound of the fuel feed pump.

Fig. 87

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4. To test again, click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. To perform
a different test, click the Return button or return to the test selection menu or press the Esc
key on your keyboard.

Fig. 88

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Operating the ISC valve

Operate the ISC valve and listen to its operating sound. The operating time is three seconds.

1. Select the test to be performed, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard.

Fig. 89
2. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 90

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3. Listen to the operating sound of the ISC valve.

Fig. 91
4. To test again, click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. To perform
a different test, click the Return button to return to the test selection menu or press the Esc
key on your keyboard.

Fig. 92

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Operating the oil control valve

Operate the oil control valve and listen to its operating sound. The oil control valve operates ten
times.

1. Select the test to carry out, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on your
keyboard.

Fig. 93
2. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 94

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3. Listen to the operating sound of the oil control valve.

Fig. 95
4. To perform the test again, click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your
keyboard. To perform a different test, click the Return [Esc] button or press the Esc key on
your keyboard to return to the previous menu.

Fig. 96

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ACTIVE TEST
Selecting this command displays a window where active tests can be selected.

List of active test items

Item
Angle of ISC valve opening
Drop cylinder
Fully open ISC valve

WARNING
Avoid clicking the Execute and Cancel buttons repeatedly, otherwise the ECM or PC may not
work properly and they may be damaged.

Fig. 97
NOTE:
The test can be carried out while the engine is running and the shift is in the neutral position. It is not
possible to carry out the test while the boat is running.

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Dropping a cylinder
Start the engine and observe the changes in engine speed for 20 seconds.
For the first ten seconds operate all cylinders, and then stop one cylinder for five seconds. For
the last five seconds operate all cylinders.
A screen that allows you to select which ignition and fuel to cut is displayed.
1. Select which ignition and fuel you wish to cut by either clicking it or pressing the up or down
arrow keys on your keyboard. (See fig. 97)
NOTE:
• Set the shift into the neutral position.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.

2. Click the Select button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (See fig. 97)
3. Start the engine.
4. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (Fig. 98)

Fig. 98

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NOTE:
If the engine is not running, an error message is displayed. Follow the instructions that
appear.

Fig. 99

5. While checking the information that appears beside Test situation and Engine Speed,
follow the test instructions in the messages that are displayed. (See fig. 98)
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear.

Fig. 100

6. To perform the test again on the same cylinder, click the Execute button or press the Enter
key on your keyboard. To perform a different test, click the Return [ESC] button or press
the Esc key on your keyboard to return to the window where a different test can be selected.

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Fully opening the ISC valve

When the shift is in the neutral position and the engine is idling, fully open the ISC valve, and
then check that the engine speed increases and that the intake valves are normal. The ISC
valve operates for two seconds during this test.

WARNING
When the ISC valve is fully open the engine speed will increase, therefore do not put the
shift into gear.

1. Select the test to be performed, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard.

Fig. 101

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2. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 102
3. The ISC valve is fully open. Check that the engine speed increases.

Fig. 103

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4. To test again, click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. To perform
a different test, click the Return button to return to the test selection menu or press the Esc
key on your keyboard.

Fig. 104

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Opening the ISC valve angle

Set the opening angle of the ISC valve, and adjust the air volume when the engine is idling. The
operating time is 30 minutes.
Before testing warm the engine up.
1. Select the test to be performed, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard.

Fig. 105
2. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 106

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3. Check the opening angle of the ISC valve is set. Refer to the service manual for adjusting
procedures. After 30 minutes have passed, the test will end automatically.

Fig. 107
4. To test again, click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. To perform
a different test, click the Return button to return to the test selection menu or press the Esc
key on your keyboard.

Fig. 108

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DATA LOGGER
Data Logger item selection
A window that allows you to select the Data comparison graph, Engine operating hours
according to engine speed, or ECM record data graph window appears.

Fig. 109

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Data comparison graph

1. Click the Data comparison graph button or press the up or down arrow key on your
keyboard to select it and press the Enter key. (See fig. 109)
2. Select the desired items by either clicking them or pressing the up or down arrow keys on
your keyboard, and then press the space bar. (Fig. 110)
A window appears that allows you to select the items a to be graphed. No more than two
items can be displayed.

Fig. 110
List of data comparison graph items

Item Item
Battery voltage Oxygen sensor voltage
Engine speed Shift position sensor
Engine temperature Throttle position sensor
Fuel pressure Throttle request
Intake pressure TPS voltage
Oil press switch Water temperature
Oil pressure

NOTE:
• Selected items have a light blue background. Items that are not selected have a blue
background.
• At initialization, Engine speed [r/min] is selected.
• Some items may not be available depending on the model of the outboard motor.

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3. Click the Graph button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (See fig. 110) The Data
comparison window is displayed.
NOTE:
A line graph appears with the items selected in the Data item selection window on the
vertical axes and the Time before engine stop on the horizontal axis.

Fig. 111
NOTE:
• The item on the left vertical axis is graphed with a solid line and the item on the right vertical
axis is graphed with a dotted line.
• Although the engine is running, the graphed lines do not show the present engine conditions.
The graphed lines only display the values recorded up until the time the Enter key on your
keyboard was pressed in the Data Logger item selection.

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Engine operating hours according to engine speed

1. Click the Engine operating hours according to engine speed button or press the up or
down arrow key on your keyboard to select it and press the Enter key. (See fig. 109)
2. The operating hours as compared to the engine speed and the total operating hours are
displayed. (Fig. 112)

Fig. 112
A window is displayed showing the number of hours that the engine was operated at each
engine speed range and the total hours of operation.

NOTE:
• Although the engine is running, the current operating time is not included in the displayed
time. The displayed time only shows the total hours until the time the Enter key on your
keyboard was pressed in the Data Logger item selection.
• The sum of the Engine operating hours according to engine speed is not equal to the
total hours of operation since the hours are rounded to one decimal.

ECM record data graph

Four seconds of record data stored in the ECM, two seconds before and two seconds after
malfunctions occurred, can be displayed in a graph.
ECM record data can be saved and reviewed when the computer is connected to the ECM
using the communication cable.
The saved ECM record data can even be recalled and reviewed offline.

NOTE:
This function may not be available depending on the model of the outboard motor.

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When Display pattern 1, Display pattern 2, or Display pattern 3 is used, the displayed
monitor items have been fixed in the software. When Display item selection is used, you can
select the monitor items that you wish to display.

Fig. 113
Items graphed using Display pattern 1

Item
Engine speed
Accelerator position sensor 1
Throttle position sensor 1
Target TPS voltage*1

Items graphed using Display pattern 2

Item
Accelerator position sensor 1
Accelerator position sensor 2
Throttle position sensor 1
Throttle position sensor 2

Items graphed using Display pattern 3

Item
Engine speed
Target TPS voltage*1
Target TPS voltage for ISC*4

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Items that can be graphed using Display item selection

Item Item
Engine speed Target TPS voltage for ISC*4
Accelerator position sensor 1 Engine stop mode
Accelerator position sensor 2 Engine start mode
Throttle position sensor 1 Engine stop mode with SW
Throttle position sensor 2 Engine stop lanyard switch
Throttle request Main relay
Intake pressure Electronic throttle relay
Battery voltage Overheat warning
Target TPS voltage*1 Low oil pressure
Ref. TPS voltage*2 Engine hours
Ref. acc. pos. sensor voltage*3

*1: “Target TPS voltage” stands for “Target Throttle Position Sensor voltage”. This item shows
the target output voltage of TPS. This value means that ECM should control to open throttle
valve to get the goal open degree.
*2: “Ref. TPS voltage” stands for “Reference Throttle Position Sensor voltage”. This item shows
the criterion output voltage of TPS. This value is used to detect the TPS output voltage
during engine operation.
*3: “Ref. acc. pos. sensor voltage” stands for “Reference accelerator position sensor voltage”.
This item shows the criterion output voltage of Accelerator position sensor. This value is
used to detect the Accelerator position sensor output voltage when the remote control
throttle lever opens.
*4: “Target TPS voltage for ISC” stands for “Target Throttle Position Sensor voltage for Idle
Speed Control”. ECM controls the engine idle speed by using throttle valve attached TPS.
This target voltage is used by ECM to achieve the goal open degree of the throttle valve at
idle speed.

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Graphing using Display patterns 1, 2, and 3 (when computer is connected to

ECM using communication cable)

1. Click the ECM record data graph button or press the up or down arrow key on your
keyboard to select it and press the Enter key. (See fig. 109)
2. Select the disk and folder where the data will be saved and specify its file name. (Fig. 114)

Fig. 114
NOTE:
The default file name is assigned as shown below.
Example: R 6P2 07 03 23 1420 XX .csv
ID code Model Year Month Day Time File serial number

NOTE:
If there is no record data stored in the ECM, the Command Confirmation window is
displayed. Follow the instructions that appear.

Fig. 115

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3. Select the display pattern by either clicking the Display pattern 1, Display pattern 2, or
Display pattern 3 button or pressing the up or down arrow key on your keyboard and
pressing the Enter key.

Fig. 116

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4. The selected graph data is displayed.

Display pattern 1

Fig. 117
Display pattern 2

Fig. 118

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Display pattern 3

Fig. 119
Graph window controls (keys and buttons)
Keyboard Button Operation Remarks
←→ Moves cursor in indicated direction (by one sample Disabled when
increment). monitoring.
Shift + ← → Moves cursor in indicated direction (by ten sample Disabled when
increments). monitoring.
Ctrl + ← → None Moves cursor in indicated direction (by 100 increments). Disabled when
monitoring.
Insert Zooms in on time axis (2x zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
Delete Zooms out on time axis (1/2 zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
PageUp Zooms in on time axis (4x zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
PageDown Zooms out on time axis (1/4 zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
Space Returns graph display settings to their defaults. Disabled when
monitoring.
F5 Deletes currently saved data and returns graph display Disabled when
settings to their defaults. (This feature is disabled during monitoring.
offline operation.)
F6 Displays the graph properties window. (Note that the Disabled when
Logging settings are disabled during offline operation.) monitoring.

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Graphing using Display item selection (when computer is connected to ECM

using communication cable)

1. Click the ECM record data graph button or press the up or down arrow key on your
keyboard to select it and press the Enter key. (See fig. 109)
2. Select the disk and folder where the data will be saved and specify its file name. (Fig. 120)

Fig. 120
NOTE:
The default file name is assigned as shown below.
Example: R 6P2 07 03 23 1420 XX .csv
ID code Model Year Month Day Time File serial number

NOTE:
If there is no record data stored in the ECM, the Command Confirmation window is
displayed. Follow the instructions that appear.

Fig. 121

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3. To select the graph items, click the Display item selection button or press the up or down
arrow key on your keyboard to select it and press the Enter key.

Fig. 122

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4. Select an item by either clicking it or pressing the up or down arrow keys on your keyboard,
and then press the space bar. (Fig. 123) For a list of the items that can be selected, refer to
“Items that can be graphed using Display item selection”.
NOTE:
• Selected items have a light blue background. Items that are not selected have a blue
background.
• Up to five items can be selected.

Fig. 123

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5. Click the Graph button. (See fig. 123) The window is displayed. (Fig. 124) For information
on the buttons that appear below the graph, refer to “Graph window controls (keys and
buttons)”.

Fig. 124

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Graphing (when computer is not connected to ECM)

1. With the adapter disconnected, start up the Yamaha Diagnostic System on your computer.
Then click the Starting service tool [Enter] button, or press the Enter key.

Fig. 125
2. Click or press any key to display the main menu.

Fig. 126

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3. When the “communication error” dialog appears, click the OffLine button.

Fig. 127
4. Click the Scan Tool menu in the Main Menu or press the number key “1” on your keyboard.

Fig. 128

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5. Click the Data Logger command in the Main Menu or press the number key “3” on your
keyboard.

Fig. 129
6. Click the ECM record data graph button or press the up or down arrow key on your
keyboard to select it and press the Enter key.

Fig. 130

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7. Select the file containing the saved graph data that you want to view, and then click the
Open button.

Fig. 131
8. The following window is displayed. (Fig. 132) Proceed to step 3 in the applicable graphing
procedures.

Fig. 132
NOTE:
• For Display pattern 1, Display pattern 2, and Display pattern 3, proceed to step 3 in
“Graphing using Display patterns 1, 2, and 3 (when computer is connected to ECM
using communication cable)”.
• For Display item selection, proceed to step 3 in “Graphing using Display item selection
(when computer is connected to ECM using communication cable)”.

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SOME FILES
This feature lets you select and run other applications while continuing to run the diagnostic system.

Fig. 133
NOTE:
This program may not work correctly on some computer configurations (on some OS/hardware
combinations).

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EXIT
The program is exited.

Operating procedure
1. Click the Exit button.

Fig. 134
2. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard to exit the program.
To cancel exiting the program, click the Cancel button or press the Esc key on your
keyboard.

Fig. 135

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TILT LIMITER SET

You can specify the tilt limiter angle by this command.

NOTE:
If an error occurs when selecting this command, an error message appears. Follow the instructions
that appear in the error message.

Fig. 136

Setting the tilt limiter

CAUTION:
• Make sure the proper Outboard Motor mounting as referred to in the Rigging Guide or
Service Manual.
• When mounting twin or triple motors, make sure the motor has the enough clearance
to provide full movement between each motor as well as during trim/tilt functions.

1. Make sure that the engine is stopped, and the main switch is turned to ON.
2. Set the outboard motor at the fully tilted down position.

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3. Click the Next button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 137
4. Tilt up the outboard motor by using the PTT switch on the bottom cowling to decide the
position where the tilt limiter is activated.
NOTE:
• Be sure to keep at least 2 inches of clearance between the outboard motor and the
motor well.
• The outboard motor actually stops at the position slightly lower than the corresponding
tilt limiter setting angle. Chose the setting angle so that adequate clearance is ensured
for the tilt support lever engagement.
• Always disengage the tilt support lever before setting the tilt limiter. The tilt support lever
cannot be released after setting at certain angles.

CAUTION:
To prevent contact of motor well and cowling, do not use the PTT switch on the
Digital Electronic Control.

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5. Click the Set button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 138
6. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 139

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NOTE:
If an error occurs, an error message is displayed. Follow the instructions that appear in the
error message.

Fig. 140

7. Check the proper operation of the tilt limiter and the effective engagement of the tilt support
lever.
NOTE:
Clear the tilt limiter setting and then reset it, if the proper operation can not be obtained, or
the tilt limiter position is to be changed again.

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Clear the tilt limiter

1. Make sure that the engine is stopped, and the main switch is turned to ON.
2. Set the outboard motor at the fully tilted down position.
3. Click the Reset button or press the F1 key on your keyboard. (Fig. 141)

Fig. 141
4. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 142

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5. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 143

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DIGITAL ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM RESET

Identification between the outboard motor and the Digital Electronic Control is initialized by this
command.
1. Click the Next button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 144
2. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 145

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3. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 146
4. Turn off the main switch of the outboard motor, and then remove the control harness of the
Digital Electronic Control.

When the control harness is attached and main switch is turned on again, the outboard motor will
identify the newly connected Digital Electronic Control automatically.

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RECORD OF ENGINE OIL EXCHANGE

You can keep records of oil change by this command.
1. When you changed engine oil, click the Set button or press the Enter key on your keyboard
to record the current time.

Fig. 147
2. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 148

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NOTE:
If an error occurs when selecting this command, an error message appears. Follow the
instructions that appear in the error message.

Fig. 149

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Error content Cause Action
Communication cable Main switch is turned OFF. Turn the main switch to ON.
related error occurs
Communication cable is Connect communication cable
disconnected. between the computer’s
communication port and 3-pin
communication coupler of the
outboard motor.
Battery is disconnected from the Connect battery to outboard motor.
outboard motor.
The battery voltage is below 12 V. Connect battery of 12 V or higher.
The USB driver has not been Install the USB driver.
installed.
Application does not start The hardware does not meet the Use a computer that meets the
requirements to operate this specified hardware requirements.
application.
YDS.exe is not installed in If YDS.exe is not found in the
application directory. application directory, install the
application again.
Other application (Service tool) is Quit the application in operation,
already in operation. since two applications (Service tool)
cannot be operated simultaneously.
Application related error Error message “Program file or Install program file or database file
occurs Database file is not installed properly. again.
Please install again.” is displayed.
Database related error Error message “Database files are not Update database again.
occurs installed properly. Please update
again.” is displayed.
Error message “System file not found The database is not applicable to
######.###.” is displayed. communication with ECM. Update
database to correspond to ECM.
Incorrect fonts on screen The computer language does not Use a computer that operates the
correspond to the application. required operating system.
When executing the Execute and Cancel buttons have Turn off your PC.
stationary test or active test been clicked more than necessary, Turn the main switch to OFF and reset
the test cannot be ended and the ECM or PC does not operate the ECM.
even if the Cancel is properly.
clicked.

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APPENDIX
SETTING THE DESKTOP AREA
Use the following procedure to set the Yamaha Diagnostic System desktop area.
Compatible with SVGA (800 × 600 pixels) or more
1. From the taskbar at the bottom of your computer screen, click the start button, and then
click the Control Panel.
2. In the Control Panel, click Appearance and Themes. (Fig. 150)

Fig. 150
3. Click Display.

Fig. 151

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4. Select Settings and slide the Screen resolution slider a.

Fig. 152
5. Click the Yes button in the confirmation window to set the display area. To cancel, click the
No button.

Fig. 153

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UNINSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM

Use the following procedure to uninstall the Yamaha Diagnostic System.
1. Exit all programs before running the uninstaller.
2. From the taskbar at the bottom of your computer screen, click the start button, and then
click the Control Panel.
3. In the Control Panel dialog box, click Add or Remove Programs. (Fig. 154)

Fig. 154
4. Select YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM and click the Change/Remove button.

Fig. 155

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NOTE:
To cancel the uninstall operation of the utility software, click the Cancel button.

Fig. 156

Fig. 157

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5. After the uninstall operation is completed, the following dialog box appears. Click the Finish
button.

Fig. 158

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ABBREVIATIONS
The following abbreviations are used in this instruction manual.
Angle of ISC valve opening
Angle of Idle Speed Control valve opening
Atmospheric press sensor
Atmospheric pressure sensor
Cam position sensor (EXH)
Cam position sensor (EXHAUST)
Cam position sensor (PORT INT)
Cam position sensor (PORT INTAKE)
Cam position sensor (STBD INT)
Cam position sensor (STARBOARD INTAKE)
Engine-R.C. communication
Engine-Remote Control communication
Fuel press sensor
Fuel pressure sensor
Fully open ISC valve
Fully open Idle Speed Control valve
Intake cam timing (STBD)
Intake cam timing (STARBOARD)
Intake press sensor
Intake pressure sensor
ISC valve opening
Idle Speed Control valve opening
LPS (main)
Lever Position Sensor (main)
LPS (sub)
Lever Position Sensor (sub)
LPS_PORT (main)
Lever Position Sensor_PORT (main)
LPS_PORT (sub)
Lever Position Sensor_PORT (sub)
LPS_STBD (main)
Lever Position Sensor_STARBOARD (main)
LPS_STBD (sub)
Lever Position Sensor_STARBOARD (sub)
Oil control valve (STBD)
Oil control valve (STARBOARD)

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Oil ctrl. valve drive (PORT)

Oil control valve drive (PORT)
Oil ctrl. valve drive (STBD)
Oil control valve drive (STARBOARD)
Oil press sensor
Oil pressure sensor
Oil press switch
Oil pressure switch
Operate elect. fuel feed pump
Operate electric fuel feed pump
Operate ISC valve
Operate Idle Speed Control valve
Over-rev control release lead
Over revolution control release lead
Ref. acc. pos. sensor voltage
Reference accelerator position sensor voltage
Ref. TPS voltage
Reference Throttle Position Sensor voltage
rpm
Revolution per minute
RS232C
Recommended Standard 232 version C
Target TPS voltage
Target Throttle Position Sensor voltage
Target TPS voltage for ISC
Target Throttle Position Sensor voltage for Idle Speed Control
TPS voltage
Throttle Position Sensor voltage
USB
Universal Serial Bus
Variable Cam Timing (STBD)
Variable Cam Timing (STARBOARD)

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................... 1
FEATURES........................................................................................... 1
Functions .......................................................................................... 1
CONTENTS .......................................................................................... 1
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS........................................................... 2
COMPATIBLE MODELS ...................................................................... 2

INSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ............................. 3

INSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UNDER
Windows 2000 or Windows XP ..................................................... 3
UPDATING THE DATABASE .............................................................. 7
INSTALLING THE USB DRIVER ....................................................... 11

OPERATING............................................................................................ 13
CONNECTING THE COMPUTER TO THE WATERCRAFT.............. 13
STARTING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ......................... 14
SELECTING COMMANDS FROM THE MAIN MENU ....................... 18
DIAGNOSIS ........................................................................................ 20
Operating procedure ...................................................................... 21
Print ................................................................................................ 22
Save ............................................................................................... 23
DIAGNOSIS RECORD ....................................................................... 26
Deleting diagnosis record in the ECM ............................................ 28
ENGINE MONITOR ............................................................................ 30
Selecting the monitor items ............................................................ 32
Using the graph feature.................................................................. 34
Viewing saved graphs offline.......................................................... 41
STATIONARY TEST........................................................................... 45
Sparking ignition coil procedure ..................................................... 45
Operating injector procedure .......................................................... 50
Operating the stepping motor ......................................................... 54
Operating the electric fuel pump .................................................... 57
Operating the YPVS ....................................................................... 60
Operating the bypass valve motor.................................................. 62
ACTIVE TEST..................................................................................... 64
Dropping a cylinder ........................................................................ 65
DATA LOGGER.................................................................................. 67
Data Logger item selection............................................................. 67
Data comparison graph .................................................................. 68
Engine operating hours according to engine speed ....................... 70
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ECM record data graph .................................................................. 70

SOME FILES ...................................................................................... 85
EXIT .................................................................................................... 86
Operating procedure ...................................................................... 86

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................ 87

APPENDIX............................................................................................... 88
SETTING THE DESKTOP AREA....................................................... 88
UNINSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ................. 89
ABBREVIATIONS .............................................................................. 93

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INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION
FEATURES
The newly developed Yamaha Diagnostic System provides quicker detection and analysis of engine
malfunctions.
By connecting your computer to the ECM (Electronic Control Module) of a watercraft using the
communication cable, this software can be used to display sensor data and data stored in the ECM
on a computer’s monitor.
If this software is run on Microsoft Windows® 2000 or Windows XP, the information can be displayed
in colorful graphics. Also, the software can be operated using either a mouse or a keyboard.
In addition, the data for the main functions (Diagnosis, Diagnosis record, Engine monitor, and Data
logger) can be saved on a disk or printed out.

Functions
1. Diagnosis: Each sensor’s status and each ECM diagnosis code or item is displayed. This
enables you to find malfunctioning parts and controls quickly.
2. Diagnosis record: Sensors that had been activated and ECM diagnostic codes that have
been recorded are displayed. This allows you to check the watercraft’s record of
malfunctions.
3. Engine monitor: Each sensor’s status and the ECM data are displayed. This enables you
to find malfunctioning parts quickly. In addition, the data displayed using the Engine
Monitor function can be displayed in a graph.
4. Stationary test: Operation tests can be performed with the engine off.
5. Active test: Operation tests can be performed with the engine running.
6. Data logger: From the data stored in the ECM, at least two items of 78 seconds of
recorded data are displayed on a graph. In addition, the operating time as compared to the
engine speed and the total operating time are displayed. This allows you to check the
operating status of the engine. For some models, you can also save the ECM record data
in a file so that you can read and display the graph later.
7. Some files: Lets you select and run other applications while continuing to run the
diagnostic program.

CONTENTS
1. CD-ROM (software + instruction manual) (1)
2. Adapter (1)
3. Communication cable (1)

a b c
Fig. 1

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HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS
Make sure that your computer meets the following requirements before using this software.

Computer: IBM PC/AT compatible computer

Operating system: Microsoft Windows 2000 or Windows XP (English version)
CPU:
Windows 2000: Pentium, 166 MHz or higher (Pentium 233 MHz or higher recommended)
Windows XP: Pentium, 300 MHz or higher (Pentium 500 MHz or higher recommended)
Memory:
Windows 2000: 64 MB or more (128 MB or more recommended)
Windows XP: 128 MB or more (256 MB or more recommended)
Hard disk free space: 20 MB or more (40 MB or more recommended)
Drive: CD-ROM drive
Display: VGA (640 × 480 pixels), (SVGA [800 × 600 pixels] or more recommended)
256 or more colors
Mouse: Compatible with the operating systems mentioned above
Communication port: RS232C (Dsub-9 pin) port, USB port
Printer: Compatible with the operating systems mentioned above

NOTE:
• The amount of memory and the amount of free space on the hard disk differs depending on the
computer.
• Using this software while there is not enough free space on the hard disk could cause errors and
result in insufficient memory.
• This software will not run properly on some computers.
• When starting up this program, do not start other software applications.
• Do not use the screen saver function or the energy saving feature when using this program.
• If the ECM is changed, restart the program.
• Windows XP is a multiuser operating system, therefore, be sure to end this program if the login
user is changed.
• This manual uses the screens and explanations from Windows XP. Some operations may be
slightly different in other operating systems.

COMPATIBLE MODELS
GP1300R, VX, VX Cruiser, VX Deluxe, VX Sport, FX, FX Cruiser, FX High Output, FX Cruiser High
Output

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INSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM

This section provides information on installing the Yamaha Diagnostic System under Windows 2000
or Windows XP.

INSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM UNDER

Windows 2000 or Windows XP
NOTE:
• Before installing the Yamaha Diagnostic System, check that your computer meets the specified
requirements. For detailed information on the system requirements, see page 2.
• It is strongly recommended that you exit all other programs before running the installer.

1. Turn on your computer and start up Windows 2000 or Windows XP.

2. Insert the compact disc into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.
3. Double-click the My Computer icon, then the CD-ROM drive icon, and then double-click
the YDIS_Setup_image icon to start up the installer.

Fig. 2

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4. Click the Next button to start the installation process.

Fig. 3
NOTE:
If the Yamaha Diagnostic System has already been installed onto your computer, the
following dialog box appears.
Click the Yes button to update this program, or click the No button to quit the installation.

Fig. 4

NOTE:
• To quit the installation, click the Cancel button. The following dialog box appears. (See
fig. 3)

Fig. 5
• To quit the installation program, click the Yes button.
• To continue installation, click the No button. (Fig. 5)

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5. Check the target directory and the program name for the Yamaha Diagnostic System, which
are displayed in the dialog box.
Click the Next button to start copying the program files.
NOTE:
• To go back to the previous dialog box (step 4), click the Back button.
• To quit the installation, click the Cancel button.

Fig. 6

Fig. 7

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NOTE:
• To quit the installation, click the Cancel button. (See fig. 6) The following dialog box
appears.

Fig. 8
• To quit the installation program, click the Yes button.
• To continue installation, click the No button. (Fig. 8)

6. After the installation is completed, the following dialog box appears.

Click the Finish button to quit the installation program.

Fig. 9
NOTE:
Install the Database file before using the Yamaha Diagnostic System, otherwise the
program will not operate correctly. For installation procedures, refer to “UPDATING THE
DATABASE” on the next page.

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UPDATING THE DATABASE

NOTE:
When installing the Yamaha Diagnostic System for the first time, be sure to update the database.

1. Turn on your computer and start up Windows 2000 or Windows XP.

2. From the taskbar at the bottom of your computer screen, click the start button (fig. 10),
point to All Programs or Programs, and then click YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM to
open the Yamaha Diagnostic System window. (See fig. 11)

Fig. 10

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3. After about three seconds the display will automatically go to the first menu display, or you
can click or press any key to go to the first menu. (See fig. 12)

Fig. 11
4. Click the Update database [F1] button or press the F1 key on your keyboard.

Fig. 12
NOTE:
• Do not click the Starting service tool [Enter] button or press the Enter key on your
keyboard until the database has been updated, otherwise the program will not operate
correctly.
• To quit the update of the database, press the ESC key on your keyboard.

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5. Insert the compact disc into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.

NOTE:
• All the database files will be copied from the compact disc to the computer’s hard drive
automatically.
• Any earlier version of the database saved on the hard drive will be overwritten.

6. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard to start copying the database
files.

Fig. 13
NOTE:
If an error message appears and the program stops operating, follow the error message.

Fig. 14

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7. When the database is updated a confirmation screen is displayed.

To quit, click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.
To return to the first menu screen, click the Cancel button or press the Esc key on your
keyboard.

Fig. 15
NOTE:
• Display the program and database information to check version. (Fig. 16)
To display information, click the title in the first menu screen while pressing the Shift key
or press the Enter key while pressing Shift key. (See fig. 12)

Fig. 16

8. To quit the Yamaha Diagnostic System from the first menu (see fig. 12), press the Esc key
on your keyboard.

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INSTALLING THE USB DRIVER

1. Connect one end of the USB cable to 3-pin communication coupler on the watercraft
engine. Connect the other end to the included USB adapter, and connect the adapter to the
USB port on the computer.
2. Push the start switch to start the engine.
CAUTION:
Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds without supplying water, otherwise
the engine may overheat.

The Windows operating system senses the USB connection to the watercraft and
automatically displays the hardware wizard.
3. Select Yes, now and every time I connect a device, and then click the Next button.
(Fig. 17)

Fig. 17
4. Confirm that the compact disc is in the computer’s CD-ROM drive, and select Install the
software automatically (Recommended), and then click the Next button.

Fig. 18

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Fig. 19
5. Click the Finish button.

Fig. 20

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CONNECTING THE COMPUTER TO THE WATERCRAFT
NOTE:
Be sure to use the enclosed communication cable a to connect the computer and adapter b to the
watercraft.

1. Quit any applications that are running, and then turn off the computer.
2. Connect the communication cable to the 3-pin communication coupler of the watercraft, the
adapter, and the communication port of your computer.

USB
RS232C

Fig. 21
NOTE:
• Use either the COM1 or COM2 port, and, if necessary, set the serial port as specified in
the computer’s manual. Set the serial port where the RS232C (Dsub-9 pin) cable is
connected to COM1 or COM2.
• For connection between the communication cable and watercraft c, see the applicable
watercraft service manual.
• When you finish all the YDIS operations, be sure to remove the communication cable
and restore the cable connection.
• If using the USB adapter, be sure that you have installed the USB driver.

3. Connect the 12 V battery to the watercraft.

NOTE:
The following items should be checked before starting the Yamaha Diagnostic System.
• The battery is properly charged and its specific gravity is within specification.
• There are no incorrect wiring connections.
• Wiring connections are properly secured and are not rusty.
• There are enough fuel and oil in each tank.

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STARTING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM

1. Push the start switch to start or crank the engine.
2. Turn on your computer and start up Windows 2000 or Windows XP.
3. From the taskbar at the bottom of your computer screen, click the start button (fig. 22),
point to All Programs or Programs, and then click YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.

Fig. 22

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4. Open the Yamaha Diagnostic System window. (Fig. 23) After about three seconds the
display will automatically go to the first menu, or click or press any key to go to the first
menu. (Fig. 24)

Fig. 23

Fig. 24
NOTE:
• If you wish to use the service tools: Click the Start service tool [ENTER] button, or
press the Enter key.
• If you want to update the database: Click the Update database [F1] button, or press the
F1 key.
• If you wish to switch between color and monochrome display: Click the Change Colors
[F10] button, or press the F10 key.

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5. Click the Starting service tool [Enter] button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 25
NOTE:
• If an error message appears and the program stops operating, follow the error
messages.
• If the program doesn’t start, an error message will explain the problem. If the program
doesn’t start and an error message is not displayed, the cause of the problem is most
likely insufficient computer memory.
• To cancel, press the ESC key on your keyboard.

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6. Click or press any key to display the main menu.

Fig. 26

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SELECTING COMMANDS FROM THE MAIN MENU

1. Select Scan Tool from the Main Menu by clicking the Scan Tool menu (a/b), by pressing
the number key “1”, or by pressing the Enter key.

a
b

Fig. 27
NOTE:
If a diagnosis record is stored in the ECM, “Diagnosis record available.” appears as a
confirmation message before the command selection menu is displayed.

Fig. 28

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2. Select a command using any of the followings:

• Click the desired command in the area a.
• Click the desired command in the area b.
• Press the number key (1–8) corresponding to the selected command.

a b

Fig. 29
NOTE:
Some commands may not be available depending on the model of the watercraft. If the
command is not available, “Unavailable” appears to the right of the command.

Fig. 30

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DIAGNOSIS
The diagnosis codes of malfunctions recorded in the watercraft’s ECM, the diagnosis codes’
corresponding part name, the results of the diagnosis, and the condition of the part are listed.
Abnormal items are identified by terms other than “Normal” in the Result column and are displayed
at the top of the list. The results for those items are highlighted in red.
Eight items can be displayed at one time.
Troubleshooting procedures for the selected code are displayed in the box below the list.

List of diagnosis codes and items

Code Item Code Item

13* Pulser coil 118 Electronic throttle system
13* Pulser coils 119 Electronic throttle system
15 Engine temp sensor 121 Electronic throttle system
18 Throttle position sensor 122 Electronic throttle system
19 Battery voltage 123 Electronic throttle system
22 Atmosphere pressure sensor 124 Throttle position sensor
23 Intake temp sensor 125 Throttle position sensor
24 Cam position sensor 126 Throttle position sensor
29 Intake press sensor 127 Throttle position sensor
47 Slant detection switch 128 Throttle position sensor
53 Exhaust manifold temp sensor 129 Electronic throttle system
54* Bypass valve motor 131 Accelerator position sensor
54* Stepping motor 132 Accelerator position sensor
55* Steering switch 133 Accelerator position sensor
55* Steering sensor 134 Accelerator position sensor
63 Throttle body 135 Accelerator position sensor
64 YPVS 136 Electronic throttle system
65 Ex. manifold water temp. sensor 137 Electronic throttle system
66 Stepping motor operation 1 138 Electronic throttle system
67 Stepping motor operation 2 139 Electronic throttle system
112 Electronic throttle system 141 Electronic throttle system
113 Electronic throttle system 142 Electronic throttle system
114 Electronic throttle system 143 Electronic throttle system
115 Electronic throttle system 144 Electronic throttle system
116 Electronic throttle system 145 Electronic throttle system
117 Electronic throttle system

* The item varies depending on the model.

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Fig. 31
NOTE:
Some items may not be available depending on the model of the watercraft. Refer to the
corresponding Service Manual for further information.

Operating procedure
Select the code number that you wish to view a diagnosis for by either clicking it or pressing the
up or down arrow keys on your keyboard.

NOTE:
• Items where “Normal” does not appear in the Result column are displayed at the top of the
list. Items with 3-digit code numbers are listed above those with 2-digit code numbers.
• The selected code is highlighted in light blue and its confirmation procedure is displayed
below the table.

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Print
By selecting the Print command in the Diagnosis, Diagnosis record, Engine monitor, or Data
logger mode, the data from the corresponding window can be printed.
1. Click the Print [F1] button or press the F1 key on your keyboard. The Print dialog box is
displayed.

Fig. 32
2. Specify the printer, the printing range, and the number of copies to be printed.

Fig. 33

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3. Click the OK button to begin printing.

To cancel printing, click the Cancel button.
NOTE:
The Print Screen function in Windows cannot be used since scroll data cannot be printed.

Save
By selecting the Save command in the Diagnosis, Diagnosis record, Engine monitor, or Data
logger mode, the corresponding data can be saved on a disk.
Operating procedure:
1. Click the Save [F2] button or press the F2 key on your keyboard. The Save As dialog box
is displayed.

Fig. 34

Fig. 35

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2. Select the disk and folder where the data will be saved and specify its file name.

Fig. 36
NOTE:
The default file name is assigned as shown below.
Example: D 60E 07 01 30 1228 XX .csv
ID code Model Year Month Day Time File serial number

3. Click the Save button to save the data. (without Microsoft Office)
To cancel saving, click the Cancel button. (See fig. 36)
The data you saved can be viewed in Microsoft Excel. (Fig. 37)

Fig. 37

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NOTE:
• The program saves the data in both CSV format and Excel format. (with Microsoft Office)
• If Microsoft Excel (version 97 or later) is installed on your computer, you can save the
data onto a one-page US Letter–size form as shown below.

Fig. 38

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DIAGNOSIS RECORD
The diagnosis codes of malfunctions that have been recorded in the watercraft’s ECM, the diagnosis
codes’ corresponding items, and the time when the malfunctions occurred are listed.
The latest occurrence appears on top. In addition, diagnosis codes stored in the ECM can be
deleted.

List of diagnosis record codes and items

Code Item Code Item

13* Pulser coil 118 Electronic throttle system
13* Pulser coils 119 Electronic throttle system
15 Engine temp sensor 121 Electronic throttle system
18 Throttle position sensor 122 Electronic throttle system
19 Battery voltage 123 Electronic throttle system
22 Atmosphere pressure sensor 124 Throttle position sensor
23 Intake temp sensor 125 Throttle position sensor
24 Cam position sensor 126 Throttle position sensor
29 Intake press sensor 127 Throttle position sensor
47 Slant detection switch 128 Throttle position sensor
53 Exhaust manifold temp sensor 129 Electronic throttle system
54* Bypass valve motor 131 Accelerator position sensor
54* Stepping motor 132 Accelerator position sensor
55* Steering switch 133 Accelerator position sensor
55* Steering sensor 134 Accelerator position sensor
59 Memory data 135 Accelerator position sensor
63 Throttle body 136 Electronic throttle system
64 YPVS 137 Electronic throttle system
65 Ex. manifold water temp. sensor 138 Electronic throttle system
66 Stepping motor operation 1 139 Electronic throttle system
67 Stepping motor operation 2 141 Electronic throttle system
112 Electronic throttle system 142 Electronic throttle system
113 Electronic throttle system 143 Electronic throttle system
114 Electronic throttle system 144 Electronic throttle system
115 Electronic throttle system 145 Electronic throttle system
116 Electronic throttle system FC Overheat warning
117 Electronic throttle system FD Low oil pressure warning

* The item varies depending on the model.

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Fig. 39
a.Displays diagnosis codes information.
b.Shows total hours of operation.

NOTE:
Some items may not be available depending on the model of the watercraft.

NOTE:
When a Diagnosis record is not available, “Diagnosis Record is unavailable” is displayed.

Fig. 40

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Deleting diagnosis record in the ECM

1. Select the item that you wish to delete by either clicking it or pressing the up or down arrow
keys on your keyboard.
NOTE:
• The selected code is highlighted in light blue.
• Check that the items deleted are normal in the Diagnosis Record. If the items remain
irregular, they will appear as irregular in the Diagnosis Record even if you try to delete
them.

Fig. 41
2. Click the Delete [F3] button or press the F3 key on your keyboard. (See fig. 41) A
confirmation message appears. (Fig. 42)

Fig. 42

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3. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (See fig. 42) The selected
item is deleted. To cancel deleting the item, click the Cancel button or press the Esc key on
your keyboard.
NOTE:
If an error occurs while an item is being deleted, an error message appears. Follow the
instructions that appear in the error message. (Fig. 43)

Fig. 43

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ENGINE MONITOR
WARNING
Do not use the Engine Monitor function to check the engine condition while operating a
watercraft, otherwise you may become distracted, which could result in a collision.

CAUTION:
Be sure to avoid splashing water on the computer, adapter, and communication cable, and to
avoid damaging them with strong sudden jolts or vibration.

The data from the ECM of the watercraft is displayed.

Ten items can be displayed at one time. To view the other items, scroll the display. Displayed items
can be changed as necessary.

List of engine monitor items

Monitor item Monitor item

Accelerator position sensor 1 Intake pressure
Accelerator position sensor 2 Intake temperature
Atmospheric pressure Main relay
Battery voltage Oil press switch
Bypass valve motor Overheat thermoswitch
Engine speed Slant detection switch
Engine start switch Steering sensor
Engine stop lanyard switch Steering switch
Engine temperature Stepping motor
ETV relay Throttle position sensor 1
Ex. manifold water temp. sensor Throttle position sensor 2
Exhaust manifold temp sensor Throttle switch
Fuel injection duration Throttle valve opening
Fuel pump relay TPS voltage
Ignition timing YPVS

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Fig. 44
NOTE:
• In the Monitor Item column, the standard value (range) for each item is enclosed in parentheses.
• The diagnosis results displayed in the Result column are highlighted in red if they are out of
specification. (See fig. 44)
• If the results for a monitor item are highlighted in red, refer to “DIAGNOSIS RECORD”. Refer to
the corresponding service manual for the appropriate inspection and adjustment procedures.

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Selecting the monitor items

Select the items in the Monitor Item Selection window that you wish to display in the Engine
Monitor window.
1. To change a displayed item, click the Select [F3] button or press the F3 key on your
keyboard.

Fig. 45

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2. Select an item by either clicking it or pressing the up or down arrow keys on your keyboard,
and then press the space bar.
NOTE:
• Selected items a have a light blue background. Items that are not selected have a blue
background.
• At initialization, all items are displayed.

Fig. 46
3. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. The Engine Monitor window
appears. To cancel the monitor, click the Cancel button or press the Esc key on your
keyboard. (See fig. 46)

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Using the graph feature

The graph feature lets you generate a graph from the monitored engine data. The program
reads the monitored input signal and generates the graph accordingly. You can also save the
monitored signal data to disk so that you can regenerate and review the graphs later.
1. Click the Graph [F4] button at the bottom right of engine monitor window, or else press the
F4 key.

Fig. 47

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2. The program displays the comparison graph window.

Fig. 48
a Freely select up to five items for display in the graph.
b These are the graph control buttons. These buttons are disabled while monitoring is in
progress. For information about how to use these buttons, refer to “Graph window
controls (keys and buttons)”.
3. Click the Property [F6] button at the bottom of the graph or press the F6 key on your
keyboard.

Fig. 49

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4. The program displays the Comparison Graph Property window. Click the Logging, Graph,
and Color tabs and perform the appropriate settings. For detailed information on the graph
properties, refer to the graph setting table.

Logging

Fig. 50
Graph setting table
Tab Property Range
Logging Step (sec) Sets the period at which the program reads the signals
being monitored. The minimum setting varies according to
the number of items you are monitoring: starting at 0.5s for
up to five items and then rising 0.5s for each multiple of five
that you pass.
Example: If one to five items, the available range is 0.5s to
60s.
If six to ten items, the available range is 1.0s to
60s.
Note: If the program is unable to read data at the exact
interval that you select, it will operate at the nearest available
interval.
Total Time (sec) Sets the total monitoring time.
At 0.5s resolution: 5s to 7 hours
At 60s resolution: 600s to 840 hours
Item Display Order Changes the order of the items on the display.

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Graph

Fig. 51
Graph setting table
Tab Property Range
Graph Selects item to be Select up to a maximum of five items for display on the
plotted on graph. graph.
Y1 View If you check the box, the graph plots the corresponding item
against the left Y axis.
Y2 View If you check the box, the graph plots the corresponding
against the right Y axis.
X Step (sec) Sets the length (in seconds) for the graph’s X axis. The
available range is the same as the range for the Total Time
setting.
Example: If you set the Step setting (on the Logging sheet)
to 0.5s and you set X Length to 5s, the resulting graph
display will show ten discrete steps.
Y1 Scale Max Sets the top value for the left Y axis. The range varies
according to the input step setting (the Step setting on the
Y1 Scale Min
Logging sheet).
Y2 Scale Max Sets the top value for the right Y axis. The range varies
according to the input step setting (the Step setting on the
Y2 Scale Min
Logging sheet).

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Color

Fig. 52
Graph setting table
Tab Property Range
Color Color Select any color available on your system.
Line Style Select from five styles: SOLID, DASH, DOT, DASHDOT,
DASHDOTDOT (DASH, DOT, DASHDOT, and
DASHDOTDOT are available only if line width is set to
0.5pt.)
Line Width Select from five widths: 0.5pt, 0.75pt, 1pt, 1.5pt, 2pt
Background Select any color available on your system.

Fig. 53

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5. Click the Start [F3] button or press the F3 key to begin graphing. Once monitoring has
started, the button name changes to Stop [F3]. The program automatically stops reading
the signal data when the specified time elapses.

Fig. 54
Graph window controls (keys and buttons)
Keyboard Button Operation Remarks
←→ Moves cursor in indicated direction (by one sample Disabled when
increment). monitoring.
Shift + ← → Moves cursor in indicated direction (by ten sample Disabled when
increments). monitoring.
Ctrl + ← → None Moves cursor in indicated direction (by 100 increments). Disabled when
monitoring.
Insert Zooms in on time axis (2x zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
Delete Zooms out on time axis (1/2 zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
PageUp Zooms in on time axis (4x zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
PageDown Zooms out on time axis (1/4 zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
Space Returns graph display settings to their defaults. Disabled when
monitoring.
F5 Deletes currently saved data and returns graph display Disabled when
settings to their defaults. (This feature is disabled during monitoring.
offline operation.)
F6 Displays the graph properties window. (Note that the Disabled when
Logging settings are disabled during offline operation.) monitoring.
F10 Loads recorded data. Disabled when
When the coupler is connected and communication is in monitoring.
progress, this feature can be used to load and display the
recorded data corresponding to the engine ECM No. The
loaded data can be regraphed using the saved settings.

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6. Click the Save [F2] button or press the [F2] to save the graph.

Fig. 55
NOTE:
The default file name is assigned as shown below.
Example: L 6D3 07 03 23 1347 XX .csv
ID code Model Year Month Day Time File serial number

7. When you are finished with graphic monitoring, click the Return [Esc] button (or press the
ESC key). (See fig. 54)
8. If you have not saved the graph, the program displays a confirmation dialog asking whether
you are sure you wish to delete previously saved signal and graph data. (Fig. 56) Click the
OK button (or press the Enter key) to save the new data (overwriting the old data). The
graph window will then close.

Fig. 56

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Viewing saved graphs offline

The program allows you to view saved graph data offline. Once you have saved some graph
data, you can recall it and review it with no need to connect to the ECM.
1. With the adapter disconnected, start up the Yamaha Diagnostic System on your computer.
Then click the Starting service tool [Enter] button, or press the Enter key.

Fig. 57
2. Click or press any key to display the main menu.

Fig. 58

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3. When the “communication error” dialog appears, click the OffLine button.

Fig. 59
4. Click the Scan Tool menu in the Main Menu or press the number key “1” on your keyboard.

Fig. 60

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5. Click the Engine Monitor command in the Main Menu or press the number key “3” on your
keyboard.

Fig. 61
6. Click the Load [F10] button, or press the F10 key.

Fig. 62

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7. Select the file containing the saved graph data that you want to view, and then click the
Open button.

Fig. 63
NOTE:
Graph files not saved in the Engine Monitor Comparison Graph mode cannot be opened.

8. The program displays the selected graph data.

Fig. 64
NOTE:
Remember that you cannot carry out actual monitoring while working offline. Offline graph
operation is limited to recalling and viewing saved graph data.

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STATIONARY TEST
Selecting this command displays a window where stationary tests can be selected.

List of stationary test items

Item Item
Ignite ignition coil Operate injector
Operate Bypassvalvemotor Operate stepping motor
Operate electric fuel pump YPVS

WARNING
Avoid clicking the Execute and Cancel buttons repeatedly, otherwise the ECM or PC may not
work properly and they may be damaged.

Fig. 65

Sparking ignition coil procedure

A voltage is applied to the ignition coil of the selected cylinder, a spark is created in the spark
gap tester, and then the ignition system is checked. Five sparks are created within five
seconds.

WARNING
• Do not touch any connections of the spark gap tester lead wires.
• Do not let sparks leak out of the removed spark plug cap.
• Keep flammable gas or liquids away since this test will produce sparks.

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1. Select the test that you wish to perform by either clicking it or pressing the up or down
arrow keys on your keyboard. (See fig. 65)
NOTE:
• Make sure that the engine is not running.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.
• A special tool (spark gap tester YM-34487/90890-06754) is needed.

2. Connect the spark plug cap of the cylinder that will be tested to the spark gap tester.
Spark gap tester
A YM-34487 / B 90890-06754

3. Set the spark gap length on the adjusting knob.

A B

Fig. 66 Fig. 67

4. Select the cylinder number where the spark gap tester is connected, and then click the
Select button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (See fig. 65)

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5. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (Fig. 68)

Fig. 68

Fig. 69

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NOTE:
If the engine is running, an error message is displayed. Follow the instructions that appear.

Fig. 70

6. While checking the information that appears in the Test situation column, follow the test
instructions in the messages that are displayed. (See fig. 69)
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear in the error message.

Fig. 71

7. To stop the stationary test, click the Cancel button. (See fig. 69)
8. Observe the spark through the discharge window of the spark gap tester.

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9. To perform the test again to the same cylinder, click the Execute button or press the Enter
key on your keyboard. To perform the test on a different cylinder, click the Return [ESC]
button or press the Esc key on your keyboard to return to main menu where a different test
can be selected.
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, the following message is displayed.

Fig. 72

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Operating injector procedure

A voltage is applied to the injector of the selected cylinder, the injector is activated, and then the
fuel system is checked. The fuel is injected 20 times within two seconds.

WARNING
• Do not perform the test with the injector removed from the throttle body or with any
fuel system parts removed. High-pressure fuel may spurt out.
• When performing this operation, keep all sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition
away from the testing area. Gasoline is highly flammable.

NOTE:
Before activating the injector, operate the electric fuel pump for ten seconds in order to build up
fuel pressure.

1. Select the test that you wish to perform by either clicking it or pressing the up or down
arrow keys on your keyboard.

Fig. 73
NOTE:
• Make sure that the engine is not running.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.
• Make sure that there is fuel in the fuel tank, otherwise an error will occur and the test
cannot be performed.

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2. Select the cylinder to be tested, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard. (See fig. 73)
3. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (Fig. 74)

Fig. 74
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear.

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4. Listen to the operating sound of the injector for the cylinder being tested.

Fig. 75
WARNING
Do not touch the injector connector.

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5. To perform the test again on the same cylinder, click the Execute button or press the Enter
key on your keyboard. To perform the test on a different cylinder, click the Return [ESC]
button or press the Esc key on your keyboard to return to the window where a different test
can be selected.

Fig. 76
CAUTION:
Do not test the same cylinder three or more times, otherwise the spark plug
insulator could be damaged.

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Operating the stepping motor

A voltage is applied to the stepping motor, the stepping motor is operated, and then the
stepping motor is checked. The stepping motor is operated for seven seconds.
1. Select the test to be performed, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard.

Fig. 77
NOTE:
• Make sure that the engine is not running.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.

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2. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 78
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear.

3. Listen to the operating sound of the stepping motor.

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4. To perform the test again, click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your
keyboard. To perform a different test, click the Return [ESC] button or press the Esc key on
your keyboard to return to the window where a different test can be selected.

Fig. 79

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Operating the electric fuel pump

A voltage is applied to the electric fuel pump, the electric fuel pump is operated, and then the
electric fuel pump is checked. The electric fuel pump is operated for ten seconds.

WARNING
• Do not perform the test with the injector removed from the throttle body or with any
fuel system parts removed. High-pressure fuel may spurt out.
• When performing this operation, keep all sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition
away from the testing area. Gasoline is highly flammable.

NOTE:
Make sure that there is fuel in fuel tank, otherwise an error will occur and the test cannot be
performed.

1. Select the test to be performed, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard.

Fig. 80
NOTE:
• Make sure that the engine is not running.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.

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2. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 81
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear.

3. Listen to the operating sound of the electric fuel pump.

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4. To perform the test again, click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.
To perform a different test, click the Return [ESC] button or press the Esc key on your
keyboard to return to the window where a different test can be selected.

Fig. 82

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Operating the YPVS

A voltage is applied to the YPVS, the YPVS is operated, and then the YPVS is checked. The
YPVS is operated for two seconds.
1. Select the test to be performed, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard.

Fig. 83
NOTE:
• Make sure that the engine is not running.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.

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2. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 84
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear.

3. Listen to the operating sound of the YPVS.

4. To perform the test again, click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your
keyboard. To perform a different test, click the Return [ESC] button or press the Esc key on
your keyboard to return to the window where a different test can be selected.

Fig. 85

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Operating the bypass valve motor

A voltage is applied to the bypass valve motor, the bypass valve motor is operated, and then the
bypass valve motor is checked. The bypass valve motor is operated for seven seconds.
1. Select the test to be performed, and then click the Select button or press the Enter key on
your keyboard.

Fig. 86
NOTE:
• Make sure that the engine is not running.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.

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2. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard.

Fig. 87
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear.

3. Listen to the operating sound of the bypass valve motor.

4. To perform the test again, click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your
keyboard. To perform a different test, click the Return [ESC] button or press the Esc key on
your keyboard to return to the window where a different test can be selected.

Fig. 88

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ACTIVE TEST
Selecting this command displays a window where active tests can be selected.

List of active test items

Item
Drop cylinder

WARNING
Avoid clicking the Execute and Cancel buttons repeatedly, otherwise the ECM or PC may not
work properly and they may be damaged.

Fig. 89
NOTE:
The test can be carried out while the engine is running. It is not possible to carry out the test while
the watercraft is running.

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Dropping a cylinder
Start the engine and observe the changes in engine speed for 20 seconds.
For the first ten seconds operate all cylinders, and then stop one cylinder for five seconds. For
the last five seconds operate all cylinders.
A screen that allows you to select which ignition and fuel to cut is displayed.
1. Select which ignition and fuel you wish to cut by either clicking it or pressing the up or down
arrow keys on your keyboard. (See fig. 89)
NOTE:
• Release the throttle lever.
• The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
• The details of the selected test are displayed in the column on the right, and the items
that must be either checked or performed before the test can start are displayed below
the table.
• Only one item can be selected at one time.

2. Click the Select button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (See fig. 89)
3. Start the engine.
4. Click the Execute button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (Fig. 90)

Fig. 90

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NOTE:
If the engine is not running, an error message is displayed. Follow the instructions that
appear.

Fig. 91

5. While checking the information that appears beside Test situation and Engine Speed,
follow the test instructions in the messages that are displayed. (See fig. 90)
NOTE:
If an error occurs while the test is being performed, an error message is displayed. Follow
the instructions that appear.

Fig. 92

6. To perform the test again on the same cylinder, click the Execute button or press the Enter
key on your keyboard. To perform a different test, click the Return [ESC] button or press
the Esc key on your keyboard to return to the window where a different test can be selected.

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DATA LOGGER
Data Logger item selection
A window that allows you to select the Data comparison graph, Engine operating hours
according to engine speed, or ECM record data graph window appears.

Fig. 93

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Data comparison graph

1. Click the Data comparison graph button or press the up or down arrow key on your
keyboard to select it and press the Enter key. (See fig. 93)
2. Select the desired items by either clicking them or pressing the up or down arrow keys on
your keyboard, and then press the space bar. (Fig. 94)
A window appears that allows you to select the items a to be graphed. No more than two
items can be displayed.

Fig. 94
List of data comparison graph items

Item Item
Battery voltage Oil press switch
Engine speed Stepping motor
Engine temperature Throttle position sensor
Ex. manifold water temp. sensor TPS voltage
Intake pressure

NOTE:
• Selected items have a light blue background. Items that are not selected have a blue
background.
• At initialization, Engine speed [r/min] is selected.
• Some items may not be available depending on the model of the watercraft.

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3. Click the Graph button or press the Enter key on your keyboard. (See fig. 94) The Data
comparison window is displayed. (Fig. 95)
NOTE:
A line graph appears with the items selected in the Data item selection window on the
vertical axes and the Time before engine stop on the horizontal axis. (Fig. 95)

Fig. 95
NOTE:
• The item on the left vertical axis is graphed with a solid line and the item on the right vertical
axis is graphed with a dotted line.
• Although the engine is running, the graphed lines do not show the present engine conditions.
The graphed lines only display the values recorded up until the time the Enter key on your
keyboard was pressed in the Data Logger item selection.

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Engine operating hours according to engine speed

1. Click the Engine operating hours according to engine speed button or press the up or
down arrow key on your keyboard to select it and press the Enter key. (See fig. 93)
2. The operating hours as compared to the engine speed and the total operating hours are
displayed. (Fig. 96)

Fig. 96
A window is displayed showing the number of hours that the engine was operated at each
engine speed range and the total hours of operation.

NOTE:
• Although the engine is running, the current operating time is not included in the displayed
time. The displayed time only shows the total hours until the time the Enter key on your
keyboard was pressed in the Data Logger item selection.
• The sum of the Engine operating hours according to engine speed is not equal to the
total hours of operation since the hours are rounded to two decimals.

ECM record data graph

Four seconds of record data stored in the ECM, two seconds before and two seconds after
malfunctions occurred, can be displayed in a graph.
ECM record data can be saved and reviewed when the computer is connected to the ECM
using the communication cable.
The saved ECM record data can even be recalled and reviewed offline.

NOTE:
This function may not be available depending on the model of the watercraft.

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When Display pattern 1, Display pattern 2, or Display pattern 3 is used, the displayed
monitor items have been fixed in the software. When Display item selection is used, you can
select the monitor items that you wish to display.

Fig. 97
Items graphed using Display pattern 1

Item
Engine speed
Accelerator position sensor 1
Throttle position sensor 1
Target TPS voltage*1

Items graphed using Display pattern 2

Item
Accelerator position sensor 1
Accelerator position sensor 2
Throttle position sensor 1
Throttle position sensor 2

Items graphed using Display pattern 3

Item
Engine speed
Steering sensor
Target TPS voltage*1
Target TPS voltage for ISC*4

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Items that can be graphed using Display item selection

Item Item
Engine speed Target TPS voltage for ISC*4
Accelerator position sensor 1 Engine stop mode
Accelerator position sensor 2 Engine start mode
Steering sensor Engine stop mode with SW
Throttle position sensor 1 Engine stop lanyard switch
Throttle position sensor 2 Main relay
Intake pressure ETV relay
Battery voltage Overheat thermoswitch
Target TPS voltage*1 Oil press switch
Ref. TPS voltage*2 Engine hours
Ref. acc. pos. sensor voltage*3

*1: “Target TPS voltage” stands for “Target Throttle Position Sensor voltage”. This item shows
the target output voltage of TPS. This value means that ECM should control to open throttle
valve to get the goal open degree.
*2: “Ref. TPS voltage” stands for “Reference Throttle Position Sensor voltage”. This item shows
the criterion output voltage of TPS. This value is used to detect the TPS output voltage
during engine operation.
*3: “Ref. acc. pos. sensor voltage” stands for “Reference accelerator position sensor voltage”.
This item shows the criterion output voltage of Accelerator position sensor. This value is
used to detect the Accelerator position sensor output voltage when the remote control
throttle lever opens.
*4: “Target TPS voltage for ISC” stands for “Target Throttle Position Sensor voltage for Idle
Speed Control”. ECM controls the engine idle speed by using throttle valve attached TPS.
This target voltage is used by ECM to achieve the goal open degree of the throttle valve at
idle speed.

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Graphing using Display patterns 1, 2, and 3 (when computer is connected to

ECM using communication cable)

1. Click the ECM record data graph button or press the up or down arrow key on your
keyboard to select it and press the Enter key.

Fig. 98
2. Select the disk and folder where the data will be saved and specify its file name.

Fig. 99
NOTE:
The default file name is assigned as shown below.
Example: R 6D3 07 01 30 1228 XX .csv
ID code Model Year Month Day Time File serial number

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NOTE:
If there is no record data stored in the ECM, the Command Confirmation window is
displayed. Follow the instructions that appear.

Fig. 100

3. Select the display pattern by either clicking the Display pattern 1, Display pattern 2, or
Display pattern 3 button or pressing the up or down arrow key on your keyboard and
pressing the Enter key.

Fig. 101

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4. The selected graph data is displayed.

Display pattern 1

Fig. 102
Display pattern 2

Fig. 103

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Display pattern 3

Fig. 104
Graph window controls (keys and buttons)
Keyboard Button Operation Remarks
←→ Moves cursor in indicated direction (by one sample Disabled when
increment). monitoring.
Shift + ← → Moves cursor in indicated direction (by ten sample Disabled when
increments). monitoring.
Ctrl + ← → None Moves cursor in indicated direction (by 100 increments). Disabled when
monitoring.
Insert Zooms in on time axis (2x zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
Delete Zooms out on time axis (1/2 zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
PageUp Zooms in on time axis (4x zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
PageDown Zooms out on time axis (1/4 zoom, centered on cursor). Disabled when
monitoring.
Space Returns graph display settings to their defaults. Disabled when
monitoring.
F5 Deletes currently saved data and returns graph display Disabled when
settings to their defaults. (This feature is disabled during monitoring.
offline operation.)
F6 Displays the graph properties window. (Note that the Disabled when
Logging settings are disabled during offline operation.) monitoring.

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Graphing using Display item selection (when computer is connected to ECM

using communication cable)

1. Click the ECM record data graph button or press the up or down arrow key on your
keyboard to select it and press the Enter key. (See fig. 98)
2. Select the disk and folder where the data will be saved and specify its file name. (Fig. 105)

Fig. 105
NOTE:
The default file name is assigned as shown below.
Example: R 6D3 07 01 30 1228 XX .csv
ID code Model Year Month Day Time File serial number

NOTE:
If there is no record data stored in the ECM, the Command Confirmation window is
displayed. Follow the instructions that appear.

Fig. 106

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3. To select the graph items, click the Display item selection button or press the up or down
arrow key on your keyboard to select it and press the Enter key.

Fig. 107

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4. Select an item by either clicking it or pressing the up or down arrow keys on your keyboard,
and then press the space bar. (Fig. 108) For a list of the items that can be selected, refer to
“Items that can be graphed using Display item selection”.
NOTE:
• Selected items have a light blue background. Items that are not selected have a blue
background.
• Up to five items can be selected.

Fig. 108

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5. Click the Graph button. (See fig. 108) The window is displayed. (Fig. 109) For information
on the buttons that appear below the graph, refer to “Graph window controls (keys and
buttons)”.

Fig. 109

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Graphing (when computer is not connected to ECM)

1. With the adapter disconnected, start up the Yamaha Diagnostic System on your computer.
Then click the Starting service tool [Enter] button, or press the Enter key.

Fig. 110
2. Click or press any key to display the main menu.

Fig. 111

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3. When the “communication error” dialog appears, click the OffLine button.

Fig. 112
4. Click the Scan Tool menu in the Main Menu or press the number key “1” on your keyboard.

Fig. 113

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5. Click the Data Logger command in the Main Menu or press the number key “3” on your
keyboard.

Fig. 114
6. Click the ECM record data graph button or press the up or down arrow key on your
keyboard to select it and press the Enter key.

Fig. 115

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7. Select the file containing the saved graph data that you want to view, and then click the
Open button.

Fig. 116
8. The following window is displayed. (Fig. 117) Proceed to step 3 in the applicable graphing
procedures.

Fig. 117
NOTE:
• For Display pattern 1, Display pattern 2, and Display pattern 3, proceed to step 3 in
“Graphing using Display patterns 1, 2, and 3 (when computer is connected to ECM
using communication cable)”.
• For Display item selection, proceed to step 3 in “Graphing using Display item selection
(when computer is connected to ECM using communication cable)”.

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SOME FILES
This feature lets you select and run other applications while continuing to run the diagnostic system.

Fig. 118
NOTE:
This program may not work correctly on some computer configurations (on some OS/hardware
combinations).

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EXIT
The program is exited.

Operating procedure
1. Click the Exit button.

Fig. 119
2. Click the OK button or press the Enter key on your keyboard to exit the program.
To cancel exiting the program, click the Cancel button or press the Esc key on your
keyboard.

Fig. 120

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Error content Cause Action
Communication cable Communication cable is Connect communication cable
related error occurs disconnected. between the computer’s
communication port and 3-pin
communication coupler of the
watercraft.
Battery is disconnected from the Connect battery to watercraft.
watercraft.
The battery voltage is below 12 V. Connect battery of 12 V or higher.
The USB driver has not been Install the USB driver.
installed.
Application does not start The hardware does not meet the Use a computer that meets the
requirements to operate this specified hardware requirements.
application.
YDS.exe is not installed in If YDS.exe is not found in the
application directory. application directory, install the
application again.
Other application (Service tool) is Quit the application in operation,
already in operation. since two applications (Service tool)
cannot be operated simultaneously.
Application related error Error message “Program file or Install program file or database file
occurs Database file is not installed properly. again.
Please install again.” is displayed.
Database related error Error message “Database files are not Update database again.
occurs installed properly. Please update
again.” is displayed.
Error message “System file not found The database is not applicable to
######.###.” is displayed. communication with ECM. Update
database to correspond to ECM.
Incorrect fonts on screen The computer language does not Use a computer that operates the
correspond to the application. required operating system.
When executing the Execute and Cancel buttons have Turn off your PC.
stationary test or active test been clicked more than necessary, Push the engine stop switch and reset
the test cannot be ended and the ECM or PC does not operate the ECM.
even if the Cancel is properly.
clicked.

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APPENDIX
SETTING THE DESKTOP AREA
Use the following procedure to set the Yamaha Diagnostic System desktop area.
Compatible with VGA (640 × 480 pixels) or SVGA (800 × 600 pixels) or more recommended
1. From the taskbar at the bottom of your computer screen, click the start button, and then
click the Control Panel.
2. In the Control Panel, click Appearance and Themes. (Fig. 121)

Fig. 121
3. Click Display.

Fig. 122

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4. Select Settings and slide the Screen resolution slider a.

Fig. 123
5. Click the Yes button in the confirmation window to set the display area. To cancel, click the
No button.

Fig. 124

UNINSTALLING THE YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM

Use the following procedure to uninstall the Yamaha Diagnostic System.
1. Exit all programs before running the uninstaller.
2. From the taskbar at the bottom of your computer screen, click the start button, and then
click the Control Panel.

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3. In the Control Panel dialog box, click Add or Remove Programs.

Fig. 125
4. Select YAMAHA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM and click the Change/Remove button.

Fig. 126

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NOTE:
To cancel the uninstall operation of the utility software, click the Cancel button.

Fig. 127

Fig. 128

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5. After the uninstall operation is completed, the following dialog box appears. Click the Finish
button.

Fig. 129

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ABBREVIATIONS
The following abbreviations are used in this instruction manual.
Engine stop mode with SW
Engine stop mode with Switch
Engine temp sensor
Engine temperature sensor
ETV relay
Electronic Throttle Valve relay
Ex. manifold water temp. sensor
Exhaust manifold water temperature sensor
Exhaust manifold temp sensor
Exhaust manifold temperature sensor
Intake press sensor
Intake pressure sensor
Intake temp sensor
Intake temperature sensor
Oil press switch
Oil pressure switch
Ref. acc. pos. sensor voltage
Reference accelerator position sensor voltage
Ref. TPS voltage
Reference Throttle Position Sensor voltage
rpm
Revolution per minute
RS232C
Recommended Standard 232 version C
Target TPS voltage
Target Throttle Position Sensor voltage
Target TPS voltage for ISC
Target Throttle Position Sensor voltage for Idle Speed Control
TPS voltage
Throttle Position Sensor voltage
USB
Universal Serial Bus
YPVS
Yamaha Power Valve System

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