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There are several different 150 VMAX models. Carburetted, conventional EFI and HPDI models.
Sounds like you might have a VX150TLRX model. Is that correct?
Mercury “Phase Maker” CDI system,
“capacitor discharge”…..had mechanical points.
points CLOSED to trigger the spark, as compared to other magneto systems,
where the points OPEN to trigger the spark.
Mercury gave this system the name: “Phase Maker Ignition”, because the points close (MAKE...
The value of the relays is that they allow for a reduction is wire size and switch rating.
How much current flow to the actuator?
Given large enough wire sizing, together with a suitable switch, of course the relays can be done away with.
I would be very surprised if the existing switch and...
What was the manufacturing defect? If the motor worked fine for roughly 10 years it seems a defect from the factory would have reared its ugly head years and years ago.
It is not a manufacturer's job to look after a product they sold long ago and for which they have no control over how it was...
If indeed Yamaha (and maybe Suzuki and Honda) are using aluminum alloys that don't seem to be as durable (from a corrosion standpoint) as the alloys used by other motor makers, I would think those companies are smart enough to be using the alloys they use for a particular reason, or reason.
I...
Are you saying that you think it should not happen?
Why is that when in fact it (and so much other stuff that we wish to not happen) is in reality happening. Everywhere. All the time.
Either remove the entire T & T assembly from the motor and change the pump motor there, or with a bit of finagling the trim motor can be removed in situ.
Either way, no need to remove the motor from the boat.
Check the electrical connectors. Would not hurt to clean them with electrical connector cleaner. Don't apply any corrosion protectant.
Would not hurt to disconnect and inspect the connectors at the ECU.
Clear the codes and then run the motor again to see what happens.
"I am looking to check/adjust my valve clearances on my 2007 Suzuki df250z and looking for conformation on what type of shim style I may have on my application. Attached is an image on both styles, if someone can kindly confirm which one. Thanks"
That appears to be a Yamaha service manual...
