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...belt holders ...5-10 Spark plug holders...5-10 Carburetor heating lever...5-10 Backrest...5-11 Storage compartment ...5-11 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 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...
...belt holders ...5-10 Spark plug holders...5-10 Carburetor heating lever...5-10 Backrest...5-11 Storage compartment ...5-11 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 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...
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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...11-1 Electric...11-2 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...11-1 Electric...11-2 WIRING DIAGRAM ...12...
Owners Manual
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... the Owner's Manual and all of the operating controls and their function. SX600 and VX600ER are prohibited. Become familiar with another vehicle. 3. This snowmobile was not manufactured for use is released. 6. Such use on pages 6-1-6-9 before starting the engine. Before operating 1. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of alcohol or drugs. 5. For safety and proper care of control. 4. Apply the parking brake before operating...
... the Owner's Manual and all of the operating controls and their function. SX600 and VX600ER are prohibited. Become familiar with another vehicle. 3. This snowmobile was not manufactured for use is released. 6. Such use on pages 6-1-6-9 before starting the engine. Before operating 1. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of alcohol or drugs. 5. For safety and proper care of control. 4. Apply the parking brake before operating...
Owners Manual
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... building. Hitting a rock or stump, or running into your eyes, see your clothes. 10. exhaust fumes are dangerous. 2. Allow the engine to cool for operation of your exposure to the operator or bystanders. 8. If any spilled fuel immediately. 9. Operation 1. 7. Never fill the fuel tank indoors. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting , inspecting, or adjusting the snowmobile. There...
... building. Hitting a rock or stump, or running into your eyes, see your clothes. 10. exhaust fumes are dangerous. 2. Allow the engine to cool for operation of your exposure to the operator or bystanders. 8. If any spilled fuel immediately. 9. Operation 1. 7. Never fill the fuel tank indoors. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting , inspecting, or adjusting the snowmobile. There...
Owners Manual
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... help if you run out of original equipment may cause severe personal injury. The best braking method on most surfaces is not designed for an extended period of ski runners, drive track, slide runners, and drive sprockets. 5. Maintenance and storage 1. Fuel may damage the snowmobile. 4. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as hot water and space heaters, an open flame...
... help if you run out of original equipment may cause severe personal injury. The best braking method on most surfaces is not designed for an extended period of ski runners, drive track, slide runners, and drive sprockets. 5. Maintenance and storage 1. Fuel may damage the snowmobile. 4. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as hot water and space heaters, an open flame...
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VT600 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 Headlight Shroud Storage compartment Tail/brake light Snow flap Side mirror (VT600 / VX600ER) Brake lever Headlight beam switch Parking brake lever Engine stop switch Throttle lever Shift lever (VT600 / VX600ER) 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
VT600 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 Headlight Shroud Storage compartment Tail/brake light Snow flap Side mirror (VT600 / VX600ER) Brake lever Headlight beam switch Parking brake lever Engine stop switch Throttle lever Shift lever (VT600 / VX600ER) 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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WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation. @ ESU00022 Throttle lever Once the engine is released. The T.O.R.S. Warming up a cold engine. 1 2 3 4 @ Starter lever (choke) When starting a cold engine. is designed to interrupt the ignition and keep the engine revolution speed between 2,800 and 3,000 r/min if the carburetor fails to return to idle when it is released b. Regulate the speed of the drive system. ESU00020 Starter lever (choke) Use the starter lever...
WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation. @ ESU00022 Throttle lever Once the engine is released. The T.O.R.S. Warming up a cold engine. 1 2 3 4 @ Starter lever (choke) When starting a cold engine. is designed to interrupt the ignition and keep the engine revolution speed between 2,800 and 3,000 r/min if the carburetor fails to return to idle when it is released b. Regulate the speed of the drive system. ESU00020 Starter lever (choke) Use the starter lever...
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... without a problem before restarting the engine. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. will not work properly. WARNING @ G G A @ If the T.O.R.S. will operate CA-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. If the light comes...
... without a problem before restarting the engine. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. will not work properly. WARNING @ G G A @ If the T.O.R.S. will operate CA-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. If the light comes...
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... the shroud. @ WARNING @ G G G @ Do not drive the snowmobile with the shroud open. Keep your body and clothing away from rotating parts when servicing with the shroud open, unlatched, or removed. Do not touch the hot muffler and engine during or immediately after operation. 5-9 ESU00044 Passenger grip warmer switch For VT600 The passenger grip warmer switch controls the electrically heated passenger grips. 1 Passenger grip warmer switch 2 "OFF...
... the shroud. @ WARNING @ G G G @ Do not drive the snowmobile with the shroud open. Keep your body and clothing away from rotating parts when servicing with the shroud open, unlatched, or removed. Do not touch the hot muffler and engine during or immediately after operation. 5-9 ESU00044 Passenger grip warmer switch For VT600 The passenger grip warmer switch controls the electrically heated passenger grips. 1 Passenger grip warmer switch 2 "OFF...
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... V-belt clutch and V-belt in the holders. @ ESU00056 Spark plug holders Keep spare spark plugs for emergency use by placing it into the spark plug holders provided. WARNING G G @ Make sure that the drive guard is designed to be heated. @ 5-10 ESU00057 Carburetor heating lever The carburetor heating lever controls the flow of coolant through each carburetor body. ESU00052 Drive guard The drive guard is tightened securely before operating the snowmobile. Never run the engine...
... V-belt clutch and V-belt in the holders. @ ESU00056 Spark plug holders Keep spare spark plugs for emergency use by placing it into the spark plug holders provided. WARNING G G @ Make sure that the drive guard is designed to be heated. @ 5-10 ESU00057 Carburetor heating lever The carburetor heating lever controls the flow of coolant through each carburetor body. ESU00052 Drive guard The drive guard is tightened securely before operating the snowmobile. Never run the engine...
Owners Manual
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... occurs. Please read all of its controls. @ Braking When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. Do not attempt to operate at low speeds, even if you with hours of pleasure. Also, read this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of the controls. WARNING @ The operator should always keep...
... occurs. Please read all of its controls. @ Braking When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. Do not attempt to operate at low speeds, even if you with hours of pleasure. Also, read this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of the controls. WARNING @ The operator should always keep...
Owners Manual
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... the snowmobile is the key to prevent track slippage. Once you have learned this can be practiced at higher speeds. Turning Riding uphill For most snow surfaces, "body English" is pointed downhill, restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. Do not get on the throttle or steer to the outside of the turn to the inside of...
... the snowmobile is the key to prevent track slippage. Once you have learned this can be practiced at higher speeds. Turning Riding uphill For most snow surfaces, "body English" is pointed downhill, restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. Do not get on the throttle or steer to the outside of the turn to the inside of...
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..., drive slowly and cautiously. WARNING @ WARNING @ Use extra caution when applying the brake during a descent. Traversing a slope WARNING @ WARNING @ When you to properly position your snowmobile could begin to keep the snowmobile from rolling freely down the hill to keep the clutch engaged while descending the hill. Riding downhill When riding downhill, keep speed to kneel with light pressure. Steering is...
..., drive slowly and cautiously. WARNING @ WARNING @ Use extra caution when applying the brake during a descent. Traversing a slope WARNING @ WARNING @ When you to properly position your snowmobile could begin to keep the snowmobile from rolling freely down the hill to keep the clutch engaged while descending the hill. Riding downhill When riding downhill, keep speed to kneel with light pressure. Steering is...
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...) (160 hr) G Page Spark plugs Check condition. Check oil hose for leakage. Check operation and rope damage. ∗ Replace if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Carburetor Recoil starter Engine stop switch Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Throttle lever ∗ Exhaust system ∗ It is changed. Check fuel level. Replace if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Adjust gap and clean. Check fuel hose for best performance and safe operation...
...) (160 hr) G Page Spark plugs Check condition. Check oil hose for leakage. Check operation and rope damage. ∗ Replace if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Carburetor Recoil starter Engine stop switch Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Throttle lever ∗ Exhaust system ∗ It is changed. Check fuel level. Replace if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Adjust gap and clean. Check fuel hose for best performance and safe operation...
Owners Manual
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... out to specification. If the reach is too long, overheating and engine damage may result. Always use a spark plug with a wire thickness gauge and adjust to adjust the engine idle speed. Spark plug gap b: 0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in several different thread lengths. Spark plug tightening torque: 20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lb) ESU00145 Engine idle speed adjustment CAUTION: @ G G G @ Be sure to the specified torque. Start the engine. NOTE...
... out to specification. If the reach is too long, overheating and engine damage may result. Always use a spark plug with a wire thickness gauge and adjust to adjust the engine idle speed. Spark plug gap b: 0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in several different thread lengths. Spark plug tightening torque: 20 Nm (2.0 m·kgf, 14 ft·lb) ESU00145 Engine idle speed adjustment CAUTION: @ G G G @ Be sure to the specified torque. Start the engine. NOTE...
Owners Manual
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Pinch the fuel hose to overcome most important. Carburetor adjustments are hard starting, bogging, and plug fouling. Common problems are the most of elevation. Remove the drain plug and install the proper main jet. 4. Less air means less oxygen available for every 305 m (1,000 ft) of the problems found in the holder and throttle operates smoothly after assembling the carburetor. @ ESU00157 High...
Pinch the fuel hose to overcome most important. Carburetor adjustments are hard starting, bogging, and plug fouling. Common problems are the most of elevation. Remove the drain plug and install the proper main jet. 4. Less air means less oxygen available for every 305 m (1,000 ft) of the problems found in the holder and throttle operates smoothly after assembling the carburetor. @ ESU00157 High...
Owners Manual
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... the spark plugs dry; Electrical system Poor or no spark G Spark plugs are dirty with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. system malfunction ...Disconnect the carburetor switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to inspect. G Worn or damaged gasket ...Replace gasket. WARNING @ G G Before bypassing the T.O.R.S., make sure that the engine can be started. replace if necessary. For SX600 Short circuit in tank ...Supply fuel. G Faulty ignition system ...Ask a Yamaha dealer...
... the spark plugs dry; Electrical system Poor or no spark G Spark plugs are dirty with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. system malfunction ...Disconnect the carburetor switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to inspect. G Worn or damaged gasket ...Replace gasket. WARNING @ G G Before bypassing the T.O.R.S., make sure that the engine can be started. replace if necessary. For SX600 Short circuit in tank ...Supply fuel. G Faulty ignition system ...Ask a Yamaha dealer...
Owners Manual
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... Idle speed Engine oil type Carburetor type Fuel SX600 / VT600 / VX600ER Liquid cooled 2-stroke, 7-port Parallel 3-cylinder 593 cm3 65.0 × 59.6 mm (2.56 × 2.35 in) 1,600 ± 100 r/min YAMALUBE 2-cycle oil MIKUNI, TM31 × 3 Unleaded gasoline R+M ; 88 or higher 2 Manual with recoil starter: SX600 Electric and manual with recoil starter: VT600 / VX600ER Pump octane Starting system ESU00231 Chassis CS-03E SX600 / VT600 / VX600ER Drive track and suspension...
... Idle speed Engine oil type Carburetor type Fuel SX600 / VT600 / VX600ER Liquid cooled 2-stroke, 7-port Parallel 3-cylinder 593 cm3 65.0 × 59.6 mm (2.56 × 2.35 in) 1,600 ± 100 r/min YAMALUBE 2-cycle oil MIKUNI, TM31 × 3 Unleaded gasoline R+M ; 88 or higher 2 Manual with recoil starter: SX600 Electric and manual with recoil starter: VT600 / VX600ER Pump octane Starting system ESU00231 Chassis CS-03E SX600 / VT600 / VX600ER Drive track and suspension...
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... L / W L / W Lg L N B L (BLACK) (BLACK) R L/R O/B G /Y B O/B L/R B G /Y L L R (BLACK) WIRE HARNESS R L/W L/R R /Y (BLACK) LO S OFF G B G/B B (GREEN) G /Y L/R L/R G/Y ON G/Y L G /Y L/R Lg B L/W L/ W Y Lg G B Y/B B Y/B Y/B ] \ A B B (GREEN) B U SUB-WIRE HARNESS 1 WIRE HARNESS WIRE HARNESS (BLACK) c Y Lg G B Y/L G/R (BLACK) C C L/R G/Y L/R P L/R G/Y D D L/R G/Y P L/R G/Y P Br P B L (BLACK) O Q B O/B L/R B G/Y D Y B G [ Z Y G/R G/R A G /R L/R O/B G/Y B B B L Y G Y TAIL/BRAKE SUB-WIRE LIGHT SUB-WIRE HARNESS 1 HARNESS Y G Y G X R/B R/B A R/B R/B G G T B Gy...
... L / W L / W Lg L N B L (BLACK) (BLACK) R L/R O/B G /Y B O/B L/R B G /Y L L R (BLACK) WIRE HARNESS R L/W L/R R /Y (BLACK) LO S OFF G B G/B B (GREEN) G /Y L/R L/R G/Y ON G/Y L G /Y L/R Lg B L/W L/ W Y Lg G B Y/B B Y/B Y/B ] \ A B B (GREEN) B U SUB-WIRE HARNESS 1 WIRE HARNESS WIRE HARNESS (BLACK) c Y Lg G B Y/L G/R (BLACK) C C L/R G/Y L/R P L/R G/Y D D L/R G/Y P L/R G/Y P Br P B L (BLACK) O Q B O/B L/R B G/Y D Y B G [ Z Y G/R G/R A G /R L/R O/B G/Y B B B L Y G Y TAIL/BRAKE SUB-WIRE LIGHT SUB-WIRE HARNESS 1 HARNESS Y G Y G X R/B R/B A R/B R/B G G T B Gy...
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... fuse (VT600 / VX600ER) Starter relay (VT600 / VX600ER) Battery (VT600 / VX600ER) Starter motor (VT600 / VX600ER) 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 (VT600) Resistor (VT600) Passenger grip warmer (left) (VT600) Passenger grip warmer (right) (VT600) Passenger grip warmer relay (VT600) È SX600 É SX600 Ê VT600 / VX600ER COLOR CODE...
... fuse (VT600 / VX600ER) Starter relay (VT600 / VX600ER) Battery (VT600 / VX600ER) Starter motor (VT600 / VX600ER) 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 (VT600) Resistor (VT600) Passenger grip warmer (left) (VT600) Passenger grip warmer (right) (VT600) Passenger grip warmer relay (VT600) È SX600 É SX600 Ê VT600 / VX600ER COLOR CODE...