2013 AR192 Oil Change

[Ismael Breton]

All, Spring of 2016 will be my first time bringing my 2013 AR192 back to life. The previous owner did his oil changes at the dealer. I'd like to do the annual maintenance myself. I need help with a couple of things:

1. Does anyone have a step by step link or video on how to do an oil change/spark plugs on the single 1.8 supercharged engine? (I CAN'T BELIEVE HOW HARD IT'S BEEN TO FIND THIS ON THE AR192!!!)

2. What other must do maintenance items would you recommend I complete?

I live in TN and have kept my boat covered outside. It has been a mild winter and during 50-70 degree days i always uncover the boat, clean a bit, and let it all air out.

Thanks for the help!

 

[RiverRat]

It's been a mild winter here too, mostly above zero degrees Fahrenheit. The oil change and plugs would be the same as any other 1.8 . I used a K&N filter and Mobil 1 oil. Put back the same amount I pulled out. Haven't changed plugs yet.

Supposed to be in the 50's this weekend. I could definitely get out on the lake, but couldn't take my boat.... everything is still froze over up here!

 

[Ismael Breton]

Boating on a budget. $97 later (including oil extractor!) I'm locked and loaded to change my oil and spark plugs. Seems extremely simple, fun, and affordable. Can't see how anyone would pay a marina or dealer to have this done! Here are my items and simple tools I'll be using to get my AR192 ready to roll:

Yamalube Watercraft Performance oil, SAE 10w-40 (1 gal) = $22
Yamaha Oil filter = $23 (Yamaha is proud of this thing!)
Multi use oil extractor pump = $17
NGK spark plugs x4 $6.99 each
Funnel = $1.00


Believe me guys, if I can do this, so can you! Happy boating 2016!!!

 

[BobJohnson]

I took my baby in for its 25 hour check up last summer and the dealer did an oil change. About $400 for the 2 engines (oil, filter and labor). Needless to say I will be doing this from now on. Will do it next month when get boat out of storage.

 

[Ismael Breton]

Good to hear @BobJohnson ! I truly think that all the knowledge you need to do this right can be easily found, and no one will care for your boat like you will. I'm estimating around 1.5 hrs to get this done, and that's never having done it before. I also just like getting to understand the boat a little better. Can be useful if ever in trouble in the water!

 

[Ismael Breton]

Pump in use. Highly recommended. Pumping the oil out of the engine will double as your workout for the day. Going on about 10 minutes pumping, about 1/2 gallon filled.

 

[Ismael Breton]

This is all the oil that came out of the engine guys. I haven't taken the filter off yet, and I know I'm supposed to put as much in as I take out. I pumped for about 5 minutes after most of the oil came out and nothing but air came from the pump. Does this seem like too little an amount? What do you guys think??

 

[RiverRat]

I believe the 1.8s only hold 4 quarts total, so thats not too far off. It is very difficult to remove everything with just an extractor through the top. I think the filter will probably have half a quart or so in it.

 

[njmr2fan]

Dont forget to grease the pump! And while you have your grease gun out, put a few into your trailer wheels

 

[swatski]

This is all the oil that came out of the engine guys. I haven't taken the filter off yet, and I know I'm supposed to put as much in as I take out. I pumped for about 5 minutes after most of the oil came out and nothing but air came from the pump. Does this seem like too little an amount? What do you guys think??

I think I posted my response in the wrong thread... Oh, well. Here it is, FWIW:

I would say that looks about right. One trick some people use is to position the boat such that it would lean down the front/starboard side, like in a driveway that slopes - it's pretty easy to do. That will let you drain another 0.5-1 quart in a 1.8l engine, works every time, best when its hot.

That oil looks pretty dark, unless it is Royal Purple or something like it.
But don't take it from me! I change mine every 10-20 hours (I know...), so I'm used to seeing it a little more pale, but that's just me.

 

[Heidi Leah Schmidt]

Boating on a budget. $97 later (including oil extractor!) I'm locked and loaded to change my oil and spark plugs. Seems extremely simple, fun, and affordable. Can't see how anyone would pay a marina or dealer to have this done! Here are my items and simple tools I'll be using to get my AR192 ready to roll:

Yamalube Watercraft Performance oil, SAE 10w-40 (1 gal) = $22
Yamaha Oil filter = $23 (Yamaha is proud of this thing!)
Multi use oil extractor pump = $17
NGK spark plugs x4 $6.99 each
Funnel = $1.00
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Believe me guys, if I can do this, so can you! Happy boating 2016!!!

Ok so I'm just getting started with an oil change of my own. It's the first 12 month oil change that I'm attempting. I have absolutely no idea what I'm doing and I don't have a service manual. However, I do change the oil in both my Mini Cooper and my FJ cruiser so surely I can handle this. I just need step by step instructions for the first time. Can you offer step by step instructions?

 

[Bill D]

Here are some posts from the FAQ. If you have any specific questions, feel free to ask!

https://jetboaters.net/faq/how-do-i-change-the-oil-in-my-yamaha-jet-boat.4/

 

[BobJohnson]

you tube is a great resource as well. can get some bad info there, as you can anywhere, but with something like this, the bad info stands out pretty quickly.

 

[RiverRat]

@Heidi Leah Schmidt same basic idea as changing oil in your car. Old oil out, old filter off, new filter on, new oil in. Big difference being that it's not easy to drain from the bottom like in your car. Possible, but most people use an oil extractor instead. Like @Bill D and @BobJohnson said there's plenty of info out there, and some YouTube videos can be very helpful. Just remember when using an extractor to put the same amount of oil in that you took out. It's not likely you'll get all the old oil out, and that's ok.

 

[Heidi Leah Schmidt]

Thanks everyone! My first oil change was a success! Now Boops is ready for the water!

 

[Ismael Breton]

@Heidi Leah Schmidt, here's a link to a thread with the step by step that I used and found VERY useful. It's actually not that easy to find a clear, good quality youtube video with instructions. Believe me , I tried!! Like you, this was my first time changing my oil in my boat, but it was relatively easy. The biggest difference you may find is that in order to get the engine out, you'll have to use an oil extractor pump to suck the oil out through the oil stick tube. Also, I'm sure you've started your boat out of the water. Just remember, boat on, hose on, hose off boat off. Hope this helps!!

(you'll have to scroll down until you see the bigger pictures and instrictions on this link):

http://yamahajetboaters.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=38&t=40843&p=368098