Owners Manual
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...11 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...6-1 Fuel...6-1 Engine oil...6-2 Coolant ...6-2 Throttle lever ...6-3 Recoil starter ...6-3 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.).6-3 Brake ...6-4 Brake fluid leakage ...6-5 V-belt ...6-5 Drive guard ...6-5 Drive track ...6-6 51-mm (2.0-in) high-profile pattern drive track ...6-6 Slide runners ...6-6 Skis and ski runners ...6-7 Steering system...6-7 Lights ...6-7 Battery ...6-8 Air filter ...6-8 Fittings and fasteners ...6-9 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-9 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting the engine ...7-1 Emergency engine starting...7-2 Break-in ...7-4 Riding your...
...11 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...6-1 Fuel...6-1 Engine oil...6-2 Coolant ...6-2 Throttle lever ...6-3 Recoil starter ...6-3 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.).6-3 Brake ...6-4 Brake fluid leakage ...6-5 V-belt ...6-5 Drive guard ...6-5 Drive track ...6-6 51-mm (2.0-in) high-profile pattern drive track ...6-6 Slide runners ...6-6 Skis and ski runners ...6-7 Steering system...6-7 Lights ...6-7 Battery ...6-8 Air filter ...6-8 Fittings and fasteners ...6-9 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-9 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting the engine ...7-1 Emergency engine starting...7-2 Break-in ...7-4 Riding your...
Owners Manual
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...10 V-belt replacement ...8-12 Checking the oil level of the drive chain housing ...8-15 Checking the brake pads...8-16 Checking the parking brake pads ..8-16 Checking the brake fluid level...8-17 Brake fluid replacement...8-18 Suspension...8-18 Drive track adjustment...8-23 Ski alignment ...8-25 Handlebar adjustment ...8-26 Lubrication ...8-28 Headlight bulb replacement...8-29 Headlight beam adjustment...8-29 Battery ...8-30 Fuse replacement...8-31 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-3 WIRING DIAGRAM ...12...
...10 V-belt replacement ...8-12 Checking the oil level of the drive chain housing ...8-15 Checking the brake pads...8-16 Checking the parking brake pads ..8-16 Checking the brake fluid level...8-17 Brake fluid replacement...8-18 Suspension...8-18 Drive track adjustment...8-23 Ski alignment ...8-25 Handlebar adjustment ...8-26 Lubrication ...8-28 Headlight bulb replacement...8-29 Headlight beam adjustment...8-29 Battery ...8-30 Fuse replacement...8-31 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-3 WIRING DIAGRAM ...12...
Owners Manual
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... WARNING SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: • Read the Owner's Manual and all labels before attempting to start engine. You could collide with the parking brake applied. • To stop engine in an emergency, push the engine stop switch down. • Do not operate engine without drive belt or drive guard. • Make sure the fuel tank cap is a high performance...
... WARNING SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING: • Read the Owner's Manual and all labels before attempting to start engine. You could collide with the parking brake applied. • To stop engine in an emergency, push the engine stop switch down. • Do not operate engine without drive belt or drive guard. • Make sure the fuel tank cap is a high performance...
Owners Manual
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... their function. Apply the parking brake before operating this snowmobile. Severe injury or death may overheat the brake disc and reduce braking ability. 3-1 ESU00009 3- Read the Owner's Manual and all of control. 4. For safety and proper care of the following for proper operation every time before starting the engine. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of the snowmobile, always perform the pre-operation checks...
... their function. Apply the parking brake before operating this snowmobile. Severe injury or death may overheat the brake disc and reduce braking ability. 3-1 ESU00009 3- Read the Owner's Manual and all of control. 4. For safety and proper care of the following for proper operation every time before starting the engine. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of the snowmobile, always perform the pre-operation checks...
Owners Manual
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... the fuel tank outdoors with care; Never fill the fuel tank indoors. Open the outside doors; Hitting a rock or stump, or running or hot. exhaust fumes are dangerous. 2. G Never refuel while smoking or in or out of the controls. Stay on your skin or clothing, immediately wash your skin with soap and water, and change your doctor immediately. Allow the engine...
... the fuel tank outdoors with care; Never fill the fuel tank indoors. Open the outside doors; Hitting a rock or stump, or running or hot. exhaust fumes are dangerous. 2. G Never refuel while smoking or in or out of the controls. Stay on your skin or clothing, immediately wash your skin with soap and water, and change your doctor immediately. Allow the engine...
Owners Manual
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... ride with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters, an open flame, sparks, clothes dryers, and the like. Modifications made to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. You may cause severe personal injury. Allow the engine to be stored for an extended period of time. Be alert...
... ride with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters, an open flame, sparks, clothes dryers, and the like. Modifications made to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. You may cause severe personal injury. Allow the engine to be stored for an extended period of time. Be alert...
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VT700 9 0 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Headlight Shroud Storage compartment Tail/brake light Snow flap Side mirror (VT700 / VX700ER) Brake lever Headlight beam switch Parking brake lever Strap (MM700) Engine stop switch Throttle lever Drive select lever (VT700 / VX700ER) Starter handle Shroud latch Main switch Starter lever Thumb warmer control knob Grip warmer control knob Tripmeter Odometer Speedometer Tachometer Fuel meter Coolant temperature warning light Oil level warning light High beam indicator light Tripmeter reset knob 4-2
VT700 9 0 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Headlight Shroud Storage compartment Tail/brake light Snow flap Side mirror (VT700 / VX700ER) Brake lever Headlight beam switch Parking brake lever Strap (MM700) Engine stop switch Throttle lever Drive select lever (VT700 / VX700ER) Starter handle Shroud latch Main switch Starter lever Thumb warmer control knob Grip warmer control knob Tripmeter Odometer Speedometer Tachometer Fuel meter Coolant temperature warning light Oil level warning light High beam indicator light Tripmeter reset knob 4-2
Owners Manual
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...-01E B Mode A Idle or Switch starting Throttle switch Off Carburetor switch On Engine È É Ê 1 2 3 4 a b Idle or starting Run Trouble Carburetor switch Throttle switch Throttle cable Throttle valve On Off Run C ESU00026 Oil level warning light If the oil level falls below the lower level, this light comes on , add engine oil to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. WARNING @ G G A @ If the T.O.R.S. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. If the light comes on . will not work properly. Be sure to the oil tank at the...
...-01E B Mode A Idle or Switch starting Throttle switch Off Carburetor switch On Engine È É Ê 1 2 3 4 a b Idle or starting Run Trouble Carburetor switch Throttle switch Throttle cable Throttle valve On Off Run C ESU00026 Oil level warning light If the oil level falls below the lower level, this light comes on , add engine oil to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. WARNING @ G G A @ If the T.O.R.S. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. If the light comes on . will not work properly. Be sure to the oil tank at the...
Owners Manual
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... not touch the hot muffler and engine during or immediately after operation. 5-9 ESU00044 Passenger grip warmer switch For VT700 The passenger grip warmer switch controls the electrically heated passenger grips. 1 Passenger grip warmer switch 2 "OFF" 3 "HI" High 4 "LO" Low ESU00046 Tripmeter reset knob Use the tripmeter reset knob to reset the tripmeter. 1 Tripmeter reset knob 2 Turn counterclockwise ESU00048 Shroud latches To open the shroud...
... not touch the hot muffler and engine during or immediately after operation. 5-9 ESU00044 Passenger grip warmer switch For VT700 The passenger grip warmer switch controls the electrically heated passenger grips. 1 Passenger grip warmer switch 2 "OFF" 3 "HI" High 4 "LO" Low ESU00046 Tripmeter reset knob Use the tripmeter reset knob to reset the tripmeter. 1 Tripmeter reset knob 2 Turn counterclockwise ESU00048 Shroud latches To open the shroud...
Owners Manual
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... °F), move the carburetor heating lever to the "OFF" position, since the carburetors do not need to be heated. @ 5-10 ESU00053 V-belt holders Keep a spare V-belt for emergency use by placing them into the V-belt holders provided. Never run the engine with the V-belt or drive guard removed. ESU00057 Carburetor heating lever The carburetor heating lever controls the flow of coolant through each carburetor body.
... °F), move the carburetor heating lever to the "OFF" position, since the carburetors do not need to be heated. @ 5-10 ESU00053 V-belt holders Keep a spare V-belt for emergency use by placing them into the V-belt holders provided. Never run the engine with the V-belt or drive guard removed. ESU00057 Carburetor heating lever The carburetor heating lever controls the flow of coolant through each carburetor body.
Owners Manual
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... with the snowmobile's handling and performance characteristics. Also, read the Snowmobiler's Safety Handbook that is supplied with added safety and a more difficult maneuvers. The short time spent checking the condition of the snowmobile will be a very enjoyable activity, providing you ride, always perform the pre-operation checks listed on your snowmobile. Please read this Owner's Manual completely and understand...
... with the snowmobile's handling and performance characteristics. Also, read the Snowmobiler's Safety Handbook that is supplied with added safety and a more difficult maneuvers. The short time spent checking the condition of the snowmobile will be a very enjoyable activity, providing you ride, always perform the pre-operation checks listed on your snowmobile. Please read this Owner's Manual completely and understand...
Owners Manual
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..., put your feet outside of its controls. @ Braking When slowing down and begin decelerating early. As you will engage and you approach a curve, slow down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. The V-belt clutch will start out and accelerate 1. WARNING @ G G Many surfaces such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much longer stopping...
..., put your feet outside of its controls. @ Braking When slowing down and begin decelerating early. As you will engage and you approach a curve, slow down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. The V-belt clutch will start out and accelerate 1. WARNING @ G G Many surfaces such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much longer stopping...
Owners Manual
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... maintenance chart Regular maintenance is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 Carburetor ∗ Adjust the jets. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. ∗ It is most important for best performance and safe operation. Check oil level. G ∗ Air bleed the oil pump if necessary. Check fuel level. Recoil starter Engine stop switch Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Throttle lever Check operation and rope damage. ∗ Replace...
... maintenance chart Regular maintenance is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 Carburetor ∗ Adjust the jets. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. ∗ It is most important for best performance and safe operation. Check oil level. G ∗ Air bleed the oil pump if necessary. Check fuel level. Recoil starter Engine stop switch Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Throttle lever Check operation and rope damage. ∗ Replace...
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... play and/or replace pads if necessary. ∗ Replace brake fluid. Check deflection. ∗ Adjust if necessary. Check operation. Check operation. ∗ Adjust toe-out if necessary. G Initial at 500 km (300 mi) and every 800 km (500 mi) thereafter. G G 8-18 8-15-8-16 Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Strap (MM700) 8-16 6-7 6-7 G Lights 6-7, 8-29 6-8, 8-30 Battery (VT700 / VX700ER...
... play and/or replace pads if necessary. ∗ Replace brake fluid. Check deflection. ∗ Adjust if necessary. Check operation. Check operation. ∗ Adjust toe-out if necessary. G Initial at 500 km (300 mi) and every 800 km (500 mi) thereafter. G G 8-18 8-15-8-16 Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Strap (MM700) 8-16 6-7 6-7 G Lights 6-7, 8-29 6-8, 8-30 Battery (VT700 / VX700ER...
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.... ∗ Repair if necessary. NOTE: @ Brake fluid replacement: 1. Adjust if necessary. Lubricate with specified grease. ∗ Steering column bearing ∗ Ski and front suspension ∗ Suspension component ∗ Parking brake cable end and lever end/ throttle cable end Shroud latches Fittings and fasteners Tool kit and recommended equipment Lubricate with specified grease. Make sure that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Replace the brake hose every four...
.... ∗ Repair if necessary. NOTE: @ Brake fluid replacement: 1. Adjust if necessary. Lubricate with specified grease. ∗ Steering column bearing ∗ Ski and front suspension ∗ Suspension component ∗ Parking brake cable end and lever end/ throttle cable end Shroud latches Fittings and fasteners Tool kit and recommended equipment Lubricate with specified grease. Make sure that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Replace the brake hose every four...
Owners Manual
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... grime from the spark plug gasket seat to adjust the engine idle speed. Wipe off any spark plug, measure the electrode gap with the specified reach. If the reach is too long, overheating and engine damage may result. Turn the throttle stop screw 1 in combustion chamber hot spots and thread damage. Start the engine. If the reach is too short, spark plug fouling and poor performance may result...
... grime from the spark plug gasket seat to adjust the engine idle speed. Wipe off any spark plug, measure the electrode gap with the specified reach. If the reach is too long, overheating and engine damage may result. Turn the throttle stop screw 1 in combustion chamber hot spots and thread damage. Start the engine. If the reach is too short, spark plug fouling and poor performance may result...
Owners Manual
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... the fuel hose to overcome most important. This is because there is firmly seated in the holder and throttle operates smoothly after assembling the carburetor. @ ESU00157 High altitude adjustments Operating at high altitude reduces the performance of a gasoline engine to about 3% for combustion. Follow the Main Jet Setting chart which is available at high altitude makes the air/fuel...
... the fuel hose to overcome most important. This is because there is firmly seated in the holder and throttle operates smoothly after assembling the carburetor. @ ESU00157 High altitude adjustments Operating at high altitude reduces the performance of a gasoline engine to about 3% for combustion. Follow the Main Jet Setting chart which is available at high altitude makes the air/fuel...
Owners Manual
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... 3. system malfunction ...Disconnect the carburetor switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to inspect. ESU00294 9- G Clogged fuel line ...Clean fuel line. G Faulty ignition system ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to bypass the T.O.R.S. G T.O.R.S. Ask a Yamaha dealer to a Yamaha dealer immediately for the ignition system) ...Disconnect the relay with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. G Worn or damaged gasket ...Replace gasket. WARNING @ G G Before bypassing the T.O.R.S., make sure...
... 3. system malfunction ...Disconnect the carburetor switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to inspect. ESU00294 9- G Clogged fuel line ...Clean fuel line. G Faulty ignition system ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to bypass the T.O.R.S. G T.O.R.S. Ask a Yamaha dealer to a Yamaha dealer immediately for the ignition system) ...Disconnect the relay with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. G Worn or damaged gasket ...Replace gasket. WARNING @ G G Before bypassing the T.O.R.S., make sure...
Owners Manual
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... the vehicle has been transported...Remove the spark plugs and turn over several times with the correct V-belt. 2. Engine trouble ...Check B above . 3. Clogged fuel system ...See A.1. Malfunctioning T.O.R.S. Air in the drive track, or slide runners have melted to the slide metal due to inspect. 2. Leaking coolant ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 3. Drive track does not move 1. J. Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude or temperature ...Carburetor. Faulty wire...
... the vehicle has been transported...Remove the spark plugs and turn over several times with the correct V-belt. 2. Engine trouble ...Check B above . 3. Clogged fuel system ...See A.1. Malfunctioning T.O.R.S. Air in the drive track, or slide runners have melted to the slide metal due to inspect. 2. Leaking coolant ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 3. Drive track does not move 1. J. Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude or temperature ...Carburetor. Faulty wire...
Owners Manual
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...A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P AC magneto Rectifier/regulator Condenser (MM700) Main fuse (VT700 / VX700ER) Starter relay (VT700 / VX700ER) Battery (VT700 / VX700ER) Starter motor (VT700 / VX700ER) Main switch Engine stop switch Throttle switch Grip warmer Thumb warmer Carburetor switch Coolant temperature sensor CDI unit Variable resistor (thumb warmer) Variable resistor (grip warmer) Ignition coil Spark plug Engine ground Frame ground Passenger grip warmer switch (VT700) Resistor (VT700) Passenger grip warmer (left) (VT700) Passenger grip warmer (right) (VT700) Passenger grip warmer relay...
...A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P AC magneto Rectifier/regulator Condenser (MM700) Main fuse (VT700 / VX700ER) Starter relay (VT700 / VX700ER) Battery (VT700 / VX700ER) Starter motor (VT700 / VX700ER) Main switch Engine stop switch Throttle switch Grip warmer Thumb warmer Carburetor switch Coolant temperature sensor CDI unit Variable resistor (thumb warmer) Variable resistor (grip warmer) Ignition coil Spark plug Engine ground Frame ground Passenger grip warmer switch (VT700) Resistor (VT700) Passenger grip warmer (left) (VT700) Passenger grip warmer (right) (VT700) Passenger grip warmer relay...