For Yamaha outboard motor owners, ensuring proper maintenance often raises questions about the right Yamalube grease to use. To address these queries and more surrounding Yamaha marine grease, Yamaha Online Parts compiled a comprehensive guide covering commonly asked questions such as:
- What grease is suitable for my outboard motor?
- Why opt for marine grease?
- Is marine grease waterproof?
- Who manufactures Yamalube grease?
- How do I grease a Yamaha outboard motor?
- Can I substitute other marine grease brands for my Yamaha outboard?
- How do I set up a grease gun?
- What's the process for lubricating Yamaha outboard grease points?
Choosing the Right Yamalube Grease for Your Outboard Motor
The preferred choice for Yamaha outboard motors is Yamalube Marine Grease. Specifically, Yamalube Marine Grease for Yamaha outboard motors is meticulously engineered to meet Yamaha’s stringent engine specifications, ensuring optimum performance in both freshwater and saltwater environments.
Benefits of Marine Grease
Marine grease plays a pivotal role in outboard motor maintenance because it repels water while providing superior lubrication. Given the exposure of outboard motors to water and high RPMs, marine grease:
- Facilitates lubrication between metal components, enduring extreme conditions like high temperatures, pressures, and shock loads.
- Lubricates hard-to-reach or enclosed systems for prolonged periods, reducing the need for frequent replenishment.
- Assists in long-term storage by forming a protective film against moisture.
- Shields against corrosion from foreign materials, safeguarding components and prolonging their lifespan.
- Maintains the effectiveness of deteriorating seals, preventing leaks and extending their usability.
- Offers a cost-effective alternative to oil-based systems in applications where installation and retention are impractical.
Waterproof Properties of Yamaha Marine Grease
Marine grease is formulated to withstand continuous exposure to water and corrosive elements. Its waterproof features are achieved through:
- Hydrophobic additives make it water-repellent and resistant to mixing with water. ASTM D1264 water washout testing confirms its efficacy in resisting water contamination.
- Tackifiers that enhance adhesion to surfaces, ensuring longevity and performance, particularly under high-RPM conditions.
- Corrosion inhibitors for ferrous and non-ferrous metals protect against rust, corrosion, and pitting.
Manufacturers of Yamalube Grease
Yamalube stands as Yamaha’s proprietary brand of marine grease, meticulously crafted to cater to Yamaha’s diverse range of outboard motors. Offering superior lubrication, resistance to washout, and adherence to frictional surfaces, Yamalube is the optimal choice for Yamaha engines.
Using Alternative Brands of Marine Grease
While other marine grease brands can be used for lubricating Yamaha outboards, not all are formulated to meet Yamaha’s high-performance standards. Opting for cheaper alternatives may risk warranty voidance in case of damage.
Greasing Your Yamaha Outboard Motor
Whether employing Yamalube or a quality aftermarket marine grease, correct application is paramount. Maintaining your Yamaha outboard motor requires having a reliable grease gun on hand. If you've ever operated a caulking gun, you'll find setting up a grease gun quite similar, albeit with some key differences. Unlike a caulking gun, a grease gun is sealed to prevent grease leaks, minimizing mess.
Here's a breakdown of the process:
Loading the Grease Tube:
- Put on gloves to keep your hands clean.
- Unscrew the cap at the end of the grease gun barrel.
- Wipe away any excess grease around the threads.
- Pull the follower rod all the way back.
- Remove the plastic cap from the tube of Yamaha marine grease, but don't open the pull tab yet.
- Insert the grease tube securely into the gun's cylinder.
- Open the pull tab to expose the grease.
- Screw the barrel back onto the grease gun, then loosen the seal slightly to bleed air.
- Press the air bleed valve while gently pushing the follower rod until you feel resistance.
- Securely screw the cap back onto the grease gun.
Removing Air from the Hose:
- Slowly pull the trigger until grease emerges, indicating that the air has been purged from the hose.
- Once grease appears, release the trigger.
Final Steps:
- The grease gun is now ready for use.
- After use, replace the storage cap on the hose and clean any residual grease from the barrel with a paper towel before storing.
Lubricating Yamaha Outboard Grease Points
Once primed, greasing your Yamaha outboard involves identifying and addressing grease points. The process of adding grease to grease fittings is easy.
- Align the end of the grease gun’s hose/barrel with the grease point.
- Press the tip firmly onto the fitting.
- Squeeze the grease gun's trigger multiple times until you sense or see grease flowing into the fitting. There is no need to fret about overdoing it; any surplus grease will naturally seep out once the grease point is saturated.
- After completion, clean the grease point while leaving a fine layer of grease to shield against foreign matter and debris infiltrating your engine.
- Repeat these actions until you've sufficiently applied grease to every part of your outboard engine.
A Word of Caution
Avoid applying grease to components not specified in your Yamaha owner’s manual, as this could compromise performance and safety.
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