2006 SX210 Engine light.

[Hector Corzo]

light just came on.... no flickering. boat runs just fine everything works, I checked connections, all fuses... I don't get it. any thoughts...? is like a monkey on my back...!!!

 

[YamahaCC]

light just came on.... no flickering. boat runs just fine everything works, I checked connections, all fuses... I don't get it. any thoughts...? is like a monkey on my back...!!!

Could be a multitude of reasons why. The only way to know is to hook up a computer with diagnostic software. I purchased the YDS 1.33 for mine a month after I bought it just in case I ever needed it. I hook it up every spring and every fall to get hours and see if there were any errors/freeze frames recorded. You can find the software on e-bay with the cable, that is going to be your only way to know....unless you have a friend with it or take it to the dealer and have them pull the code.

 

[MacR]

I have the same Problem. Everything works fine but one Engine has the light on.
Now I bought that cable on Ebay but can you Show me where to plug it?

 

[WREKS]

Having a service manual for your year and model is also necessary. There is an access cover in the engine bay on the starboard side.

 

[MacR]

Ok, I will take a look if I find it.
A service manuel? No, I just have a owners Manuel.
Where can I find one?

 

[WREKS]

Check this site and eBay.

 

[MacR]

No results in here and Also nothing on Ebay.

 

[WREKS]

see https://jetboaters.net/threads/engine-light-problem-in-yamaha-sx210-2007.26845/ post # 10

 

[YamahaCC]

Ok, I will take a look if I find it.
A service manuel? No, I just have a owners Manuel.
Where can I find one?

A service manual is NOT required to pull the codes via the computer/software. It might help you with the repair once you find out the issue, but not required to find the issue with the Sofware.

You have two diagnostic plugs in your engine compartment, one for each engine. Both on the back transom wall. Each one is currently plugged into a harness running up to your dash (the tach). You need to unclip the engine that is having the issue and plug in your connection there. If memory serves me right there is just a single red white coming from the connector you need to unplug.

Once you plug it in you need to turn the ignition on, then just bump the key to start, but don't actually start it. That will activate the computer system on the engine and allow the software to access the ECU and pull the codes. Once you pull the codes and review the history you can then run the engine on the hose to see if the faults are still active or if it was just a once time issue retained in memory. I would take a photo of the code screen then clear the codes to see if them come back at a later date as well.

 

[MacR]

see https://jetboaters.net/threads/engine-light-problem-in-yamaha-sx210-2007.26845/ post # 10

I found it. But it is Not possible to download. It is a bit of a problem to find and read Things on my mobile.

 

[MacR]

A service manual is NOT required to pull the codes via the computer/software. It might help you with the repair once you find out the issue, but not required to find the issue with the Sofware.

You have two diagnostic plugs in your engine compartment, one for each engine. Both on the back transom wall. Each one is currently plugged into a harness running up to your dash (the tach). You need to unclip the engine that is having the issue and plug in your connection there. If memory serves me right there is just a single red white coming from the connector you need to unplug.

Once you plug it in you need to turn the ignition on, then just bump the key to start, but don't actually start it. That will activate the computer system on the engine and allow the software to access the ECU and pull the codes. Once you pull the codes and review the history you can then run the engine on the hose to see if the faults are still active or if it was just a once time issue retained in memory. I would take a photo of the code screen then clear the codes to see if them come back at a later date as well.

Thanks for help. So I have to wait for my YDS

 

[WREKS]

Is the battery fully charged? Adobe Acrobat

 

[MacR]

Yes, I have two and if they where empty both engine lamps will be on. Right?
And in both Positions of battery I have the same problem

 

[WREKS]

The manual says "If a sensor malfunction or a short circuit is detected, the warning indicator (Check Engine) will come on." I would try to make sure that all the electrical connectors are making contact. If anything electrical related has gotten wet or corroded or rusty from winter layup it may be causing that warning.

 

[MacR]

Ok, that is an Idea. I will check it. But I think if that is the problem both engine lights must be on...
But I will try

 

[WREKS]

It would be a short or sensor only for that engine. Check the connectors on the affected engine. Compare one engine with the other.

 

[MacR]

Ok, I will check that also. Funy Thing is, everything worked perfect last season. Now, after the winter this Problem came up.
Anyway, I think I have enough to Check now... I come back to you with or.
Thanks for your friendly help..
Marc

 

[Seadeals]

Luckily the only code mine likes to throw is for an intermittent signal from the port no wake switch. They are a bit notorious for that and it is very intermittent (maybe once a season).

 

[WREKS]

Luckily the only code mine likes to throw is for an intermittent signal from the port no wake switch. They are a bit notorious for that and it is very intermittent (maybe once a season).

@Seadeals Does it correct itself?

 

[Seadeals]

It has corrected itself after a shutdown and restart on a few occasions. Once I could read what it was, I usually check the switch wires, actuate it a few times and restart to clear.