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......5-12 Drive guard ...5-12 V-belt holders ...5-13 Storage compartment ...5-13 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...6-1 Fuel ...6-1 Engine oil...6-2 Engine oil level ...6-3 Coolant ...6-4 Throttle lever ...6-5 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...6-5 Brake ...6-6 Brake fluid leakage ...6-7 V-belt ...6-7 Drive guard ...6-7 Drive track ...6-8 51-mm (2.0-in) high-profile pattern drive track...6-8 Slide runners ...6-8 Skis and ski runners ...6-9 Steering system...6-9 Lights ...6-9 Air filter ...6-10 Fittings and fasteners ...6-10 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-10 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting the engine...
......5-12 Drive guard ...5-12 V-belt holders ...5-13 Storage compartment ...5-13 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...6-1 Fuel ...6-1 Engine oil...6-2 Engine oil level ...6-3 Coolant ...6-4 Throttle lever ...6-5 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...6-5 Brake ...6-6 Brake fluid leakage ...6-7 V-belt ...6-7 Drive guard ...6-7 Drive track ...6-8 51-mm (2.0-in) high-profile pattern drive track...6-8 Slide runners ...6-8 Skis and ski runners ...6-9 Steering system...6-9 Lights ...6-9 Air filter ...6-10 Fittings and fasteners ...6-10 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-10 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting the engine...
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...10 Changing the engine oil...8-11 Cooling system ...8-13 V-belt replacement ...8-15 Checking the oil level of the drive chain housing ...8-17 Checking the brake pads...8-19 Checking the parking brake pads...8-19 Checking the brake fluid level...8-20 Brake fluid replacement...8-20 Suspension...8-20 Drive track adjustment...8-28 Ski alignment ...8-30 Handlebar adjustment ...8-30 Lubrication ...8-32 Headlight bulb replacement...8-33 Headlight beam adjustment...8-33 Battery ...8-34 Fuse replacement...8-34 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11...
...10 Changing the engine oil...8-11 Cooling system ...8-13 V-belt replacement ...8-15 Checking the oil level of the drive chain housing ...8-17 Checking the brake pads...8-19 Checking the parking brake pads...8-19 Checking the brake fluid level...8-20 Brake fluid replacement...8-20 Suspension...8-20 Drive track adjustment...8-28 Ski alignment ...8-30 Handlebar adjustment ...8-30 Lubrication ...8-32 Headlight bulb replacement...8-33 Headlight beam adjustment...8-33 Battery ...8-34 Fuse replacement...8-34 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11...
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... happy to Yamaha owners like many so-called "third party extended warranty" programs. And Y.E.S. That can show you how easy it applies to any reasonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service: replacement vehicle rental, emergency towing, phone calls, even food and lodging when you up to get uninterrupted factory-backed coverage for any warranty repairs as well as covered repairs during your...
... happy to Yamaha owners like many so-called "third party extended warranty" programs. And Y.E.S. That can show you how easy it applies to any reasonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service: replacement vehicle rental, emergency towing, phone calls, even food and lodging when you up to get uninterrupted factory-backed coverage for any warranty repairs as well as covered repairs during your...
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... safety. Never drive the snowmobile with all labels before starting the engine. Such use on pages 6-1-6-10 before starting the engine. For safety and proper care of the operating controls and their function. Apply the parking brake before starting the engine. Read the Owner's Manual and all of the snowmobile, always perform the pre-operation checks on public streets, roads, or highways. Become familiar with the parking brake...
... safety. Never drive the snowmobile with all labels before starting the engine. Such use on pages 6-1-6-10 before starting the engine. For safety and proper care of the operating controls and their function. Apply the parking brake before starting the engine. Read the Owner's Manual and all of the snowmobile, always perform the pre-operation checks on public streets, roads, or highways. Become familiar with the parking brake...
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Allow the engine to cool for operation of the controls. Never fill the fuel tank indoors. G Never refuel while smoking or in or out of gasoline vapor, or get some gasoline, inhale a lot of the building. If you swallow some gasoline into wires could be ...clothes. 10. Open the outside doors; G Never add fuel when the engine is running into your eyes, see your exposure to minimize your doctor immediately. G Fill the fuel tank outdoors with care; Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting , inspecting, or adjusting the snowmobile. exhaust fumes are dangerous. 2. A...
Allow the engine to cool for operation of the controls. Never fill the fuel tank indoors. G Never refuel while smoking or in or out of gasoline vapor, or get some gasoline, inhale a lot of the building. If you swallow some gasoline into wires could be ...clothes. 10. Open the outside doors; G Never add fuel when the engine is running into your eyes, see your exposure to minimize your doctor immediately. G Fill the fuel tank outdoors with care; Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting , inspecting, or adjusting the snowmobile. exhaust fumes are dangerous. 2. A...
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You may damage the snowmobile. 4. The best braking method on most surfaces is to cool off before storing the snowmobile in . Allow the engine to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as ice and hard-packed snow ...fuel in rapid wear of time. This snowmobile is to be stored for use . 3. Operation under such conditions will damage or result 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. Fuel ...
You may damage the snowmobile. 4. The best braking method on most surfaces is to cool off before storing the snowmobile in . Allow the engine to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as ice and hard-packed snow ...fuel in rapid wear of time. This snowmobile is to be stored for use . 3. Operation under such conditions will damage or result 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. Fuel ...
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...R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ Tail/brake lights Snow flap Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Strap (RX10M/RX10MS) Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever Shift lever (RX10R/RX10RS/RXW10/RXW10S) Shroud latch Main switch Starter lever Tachometer Low coolant temperature indicator light High beam indicator light Warning light Self-diagnosis warning indicator Coolant temperature warning indicator Fuel level warning indicator Oil level warning indicator Speedometer Grip warmer indicator Select/reset button Thumb warmer indicator Fuel...
...R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ Tail/brake lights Snow flap Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Strap (RX10M/RX10MS) Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever Shift lever (RX10R/RX10RS/RXW10/RXW10S) Shroud latch Main switch Starter lever Tachometer Low coolant temperature indicator light High beam indicator light Warning light Self-diagnosis warning indicator Coolant temperature warning indicator Fuel level warning indicator Oil level warning indicator Speedometer Grip warmer indicator Select/reset button Thumb warmer indicator Fuel...
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... overheating. WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for at least 3 minutes and the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically shuts off . 5-2 ESU00020 Starter lever (choke) Use the starter lever (choke) when starting and warming up When the engine is released b. When the engine has been idling for proper operation before starting the engine. @ ESU00361 Engine overheating prevention system This model is idling. Because the throttle...
... overheating. WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for at least 3 minutes and the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically shuts off . 5-2 ESU00020 Starter lever (choke) Use the starter lever (choke) when starting and warming up When the engine is released b. When the engine has been idling for proper operation before starting the engine. @ ESU00361 Engine overheating prevention system This model is idling. Because the throttle...
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... A Idle or Switch starting Throttle switch Off Carburetor switch On B 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 5-3 is released. Be sure to idle when the lever 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 use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. WARNING @ G G A @ If the T.O.R.S. is released...
... A Idle or Switch starting Throttle switch Off Carburetor switch On B 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 5-3 is released. Be sure to idle when the lever 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 use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. WARNING @ G G A @ If the T.O.R.S. is released...
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...grip warmer or the thumb warmer) After the engine is started, the tachometer 1 makes one second while the tripmeter is displayed. NOTE: @ To switch the speedometer, odometer, and tripmeter displays between...miles, select the odometer mode "ODO", and then push the select/reset button 4 for 5 seconds, then switches to zero) G warning indicators (which show self-diagnosis, coolant temperature, fuel level, and oil level warnings) G a fuel meter (which shows the fuel remaining in the fuel tank) G a grip/thumb warmer heat level indicator (which shows the heat level of the headlights are switched...
...grip warmer or the thumb warmer) After the engine is started, the tachometer 1 makes one second while the tripmeter is displayed. NOTE: @ To switch the speedometer, odometer, and tripmeter displays between...miles, select the odometer mode "ODO", and then push the select/reset button 4 for 5 seconds, then switches to zero) G warning indicators (which show self-diagnosis, coolant temperature, fuel level, and oil level warnings) G a fuel meter (which shows the fuel remaining in the fuel tank) G a grip/thumb warmer heat level indicator (which shows the heat level of the headlights are switched...
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... thumb warmer adjustment switch 2 control the electrically heated handlebar grips and throttle lever. NOTE: @ The snowmobile must be stopped on , fill the fuel tank at the first opportunity. The fuel meter reading changes as the snowmobile moves and depending on . When the engine is pressed. If the fuel level warning indicator and the warning light come on the inclination of the heat level indicator flashes...
... thumb warmer adjustment switch 2 control the electrically heated handlebar grips and throttle lever. NOTE: @ The snowmobile must be stopped on , fill the fuel tank at the first opportunity. The fuel meter reading changes as the snowmobile moves and depending on . When the engine is pressed. If the fuel level warning indicator and the warning light come on the inclination of the heat level indicator flashes...
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... that the parking brake is in the on any one attempt. 7-1 @ Turn the main switch to start, release the switch, wait a few seconds, then try again. OPERATION ESU00366 Starting the engine WARNING @ G G @ Be sure to the closed position. @ 2. After the engine starts, put the starter lever (choke) in the closed position. 1 "START" CAUTION: @ G G Release the switch immediately after the engine starts. ESU00112 7- Make sure that the engine stop switch is...
... that the parking brake is in the on any one attempt. 7-1 @ Turn the main switch to start, release the switch, wait a few seconds, then try again. OPERATION ESU00366 Starting the engine WARNING @ G G @ Be sure to the closed position. @ 2. After the engine starts, put the starter lever (choke) in the closed position. 1 "START" CAUTION: @ G G Release the switch immediately after the engine starts. ESU00112 7- Make sure that the engine stop switch is...
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... riding your snowmobile at maximum performance until you with your snowmobile and all warning and caution labels on pages 8-1-8-3. Riding your snowmobile. Pay particular attention to start the engine. Take the time to lose traction, reduce control, and increase the possibility of its controls. @ Braking When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Once...
... riding your snowmobile at maximum performance until you with your snowmobile and all warning and caution labels on pages 8-1-8-3. Riding your snowmobile. Pay particular attention to start the engine. Take the time to lose traction, reduce control, and increase the possibility of its controls. @ Braking When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Once...
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... as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-4 WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are unable to continue up the hill this technique, you should be able to perform it at low speed many times, in a large flat area with the operation of your weight on the downhill side of the turn and...
... as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-4 WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are unable to continue up the hill this technique, you should be able to perform it at low speed many times, in a large flat area with the operation of your weight on the downhill side of the turn and...
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... icy surfaces, drive slowly and cautiously. Steering is not recommended for you have to regain balance. As you to properly position your weight to shift your snowmobile is important to apply just enough throttle to slip sideways on the running board. It is going to kneel with light pressure. If this happens, steer in the direction of control. @ If you...
... icy surfaces, drive slowly and cautiously. Steering is not recommended for you have to regain balance. As you to properly position your weight to shift your snowmobile is important to apply just enough throttle to slip sideways on the running board. It is going to kneel with light pressure. If this happens, steer in the direction of control. @ If you...
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...) (160 hr) G Page Spark plugs Check condition. G G G G G G G G G G G Every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) 8-10 6-2-6-3 6-1-6-2 Engine coolant 6-4, 8-13-8-14 8-13 5-2, 6-5 ∗ Air bleed the cooling system if necessary. Replace if necessary. 8-4-8-5 ∗ Valve clearance Engine oil ∗ Engine oil filter cartridge Fuel ∗ Fuel filter ∗ Fuel line Check clearance. Replace if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check condition. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check fuel hose for cracks or damage...
...) (160 hr) G Page Spark plugs Check condition. G G G G G G G G G G G Every 20,000 km (12,000 mi) 8-10 6-2-6-3 6-1-6-2 Engine coolant 6-4, 8-13-8-14 8-13 5-2, 6-5 ∗ Air bleed the cooling system if necessary. Replace if necessary. 8-4-8-5 ∗ Valve clearance Engine oil ∗ Engine oil filter cartridge Fuel ∗ Fuel filter ∗ Fuel line Check clearance. Replace if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check condition. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check fuel hose for cracks or damage...
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... blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile. @ Specified fuses: 4Main fuse: 5"HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: 6"SIG" (Signal) fuse: 7"C/W" (Carburetor Warmer) fuse: 8"IGN" (Ignition) fuse: 9 Spare fuses (20 A, 10 A) 0 Spare main fuse 30 A 20 A 10 A 20 A 10 A 8-35 Loosen the joint clamp screws 2, and then slide the breather hose clip 3 down. 4. Install the air filter case by reversing the removal steps. Lift up the shroud. 2. Unhook the latch 1. 3.
... blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile. @ Specified fuses: 4Main fuse: 5"HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: 6"SIG" (Signal) fuse: 7"C/W" (Carburetor Warmer) fuse: 8"IGN" (Ignition) fuse: 9 Spare fuses (20 A, 10 A) 0 Spare main fuse 30 A 20 A 10 A 20 A 10 A 8-35 Loosen the joint clamp screws 2, and then slide the breather hose clip 3 down. 4. Install the air filter case by reversing the removal steps. Lift up the shroud. 2. Unhook the latch 1. 3.
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... and cylinder ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to "OFF". @ 9-1 Starting the engine with a discharged battery If the snowmobile battery is an important safety device; Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to inspect. G Clogged fuel line ...Clean fuel line. G Clogged carburetor ...Clean carburetor. G Worn or damaged gasket ...Replace gasket. is discharged, the engine can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ CAUTION: @ WARNING @ G G Before bypassing the T.O.R.S., make sure that the throttle...
... and cylinder ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to "OFF". @ 9-1 Starting the engine with a discharged battery If the snowmobile battery is an important safety device; Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to inspect. G Clogged fuel line ...Clean fuel line. G Clogged carburetor ...Clean carburetor. G Worn or damaged gasket ...Replace gasket. is discharged, the engine can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ CAUTION: @ WARNING @ G G Before bypassing the T.O.R.S., make sure that the throttle...
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... excess fuel. "Hydrostatic lock" occurs when fuel has filled the cylinders when the vehicle has been transported...Remove the spark plugs and turn the engine over the terminals completely. Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. E. Faulty spark plugs ...Replace the spark plugs. 2. system ...See A.2. Leaking coolant ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Drive track does not move 1. V-belt slips or burns 1. Oily or dirty V-belt or primary and secondary sheave assembly surfaces ...Clean. 2. Engine stop switch...
... excess fuel. "Hydrostatic lock" occurs when fuel has filled the cylinders when the vehicle has been transported...Remove the spark plugs and turn the engine over the terminals completely. Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. E. Faulty spark plugs ...Replace the spark plugs. 2. system ...See A.2. Leaking coolant ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Drive track does not move 1. V-belt slips or burns 1. Oily or dirty V-belt or primary and secondary sheave assembly surfaces ...Clean. 2. Engine stop switch...
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.../Green Y/L...Yellow/Blue Y/R ...Yellow/Red Y/W ...Yellow/White O P Q R AC magneto Rectifier/regulator Main switch Main fuse Starter relay Starter motor Battery Jumper leads Engine stop switch Throttle switch Carburetor switch Carburetor warmer relay Carburetor warmer Grip warmer Thumb warmer CDI unit Ignition coil Spark plug Thermo unit Throttle position sensor Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground DC back buzzer (RX10R/RX10RS/RXW10/RXW10S) Gear position switch (RX10R/RX10RS/RXW10/RXW10S) Brake light switch Tail/brake light Speed sensor
.../Green Y/L...Yellow/Blue Y/R ...Yellow/Red Y/W ...Yellow/White O P Q R AC magneto Rectifier/regulator Main switch Main fuse Starter relay Starter motor Battery Jumper leads Engine stop switch Throttle switch Carburetor switch Carburetor warmer relay Carburetor warmer Grip warmer Thumb warmer CDI unit Ignition coil Spark plug Thermo unit Throttle position sensor Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground DC back buzzer (RX10R/RX10RS/RXW10/RXW10S) Gear position switch (RX10R/RX10RS/RXW10/RXW10S) Brake light switch Tail/brake light Speed sensor