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...11 Storage compartment ...5-11 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 ...6-9 Skis and ski runners ...6-9 Steering system...6-10 Lights ...6-10 Air filter ...6-10 Fittings and fasteners ...6-11 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-11 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting the engine ...7-1 Break-in ...7-2 Riding your snowmobile...
...11 Storage compartment ...5-11 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 ...6-9 Skis and ski runners ...6-9 Steering system...6-10 Lights ...6-10 Air filter ...6-10 Fittings and fasteners ...6-11 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-11 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting the engine ...7-1 Break-in ...7-2 Riding your snowmobile...
Owners Manual
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...15 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...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...8-29 Ski alignment ...8-31 Handlebar adjustment ...8-31 Lubrication ...8-34 Headlight bulb replacement...8-35 Headlight beam adjustment...8-35 Battery ...8-36 Fuse replacement...8-36 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-3 WIRING DIAGRAM ...12-1
...15 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...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...8-29 Ski alignment ...8-31 Handlebar adjustment ...8-31 Lubrication ...8-34 Headlight bulb replacement...8-35 Headlight beam adjustment...8-35 Battery ...8-36 Fuse replacement...8-36 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-3 WIRING DIAGRAM ...12-1
Owners Manual
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... alcohol or drugs. 5. ESU00008 3- Read the Owner's Manual and all of control. 4. Such use is reduced by law, and you must know and use the following . Never drive the snowmobile with all labels before starting the engine. SAFETY INFORMATION When you ride your safety. Check the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation every time before operating this snowmobile. Severe injury or...
... alcohol or drugs. 5. ESU00008 3- Read the Owner's Manual and all of control. 4. Such use is reduced by law, and you must know and use the following . Never drive the snowmobile with all labels before starting the engine. SAFETY INFORMATION When you ride your safety. Check the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation every time before operating this snowmobile. Severe injury or...
Owners Manual
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... leave the snowmobile on a ride. Fuel may also make the snowmobile illegal to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Modifications may leak out from the fuel breather hose. 2. Always 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. Be...
... leave the snowmobile on a ride. Fuel may also make the snowmobile illegal to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Modifications may leak out from the fuel breather hose. 2. Always 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. Be...
Owners Manual
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...O P Q 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 (RS90M) Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever Shift lever (RS90R/RSG90) 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 meter and grip...
...O P Q 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 (RS90M) Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever Shift lever (RS90R/RSG90) 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 meter and grip...
Owners Manual
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... before starting a cold engine. Regulate the speed of the drive system. Because the throttle is running cleanly, squeezing a the throttle lever 1 will return to idle when it shuts off to prevent overheating when the engine is idling. NOTE: The engine can be started after it is warm. Warming up a cold engine. 1 2 3 4 Starter lever (choke) When starting the engine. @ ESU00361 Engine overheating prevention system This model is equipped with an engine overheating prevention system to prevent overheating.
... before starting a cold engine. Regulate the speed of the drive system. Because the throttle is running cleanly, squeezing a the throttle lever 1 will return to idle when it shuts off to prevent overheating when the engine is idling. NOTE: The engine can be started after it is warm. Warming up a cold engine. 1 2 3 4 Starter lever (choke) When starting the engine. @ ESU00361 Engine overheating prevention system This model is equipped with an engine overheating prevention system to prevent overheating.
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...is activated, the warning light 4 and self-diagnosis warning indicator 5 will flash and the twodigit code "84" 6 will flash in the tripmeter/odometer display. @ 5-3 The T.O.R.S. WARNING @ G G A @ If the T.O.R.S. Mode A B Running On Open Run C Trouble Off Open T.O.R.S. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. will not work properly. will operate CA-19E B Item Throttle switch Throttle position sensor Engine È É Ê 1 2 3 a b c d @ Idling/ starting Off Closed Run C Idling/starting Running Trouble Throttle position sensor (throttle valve position) Throttle switch Throttle cable On...
...is activated, the warning light 4 and self-diagnosis warning indicator 5 will flash and the twodigit code "84" 6 will flash in the tripmeter/odometer display. @ 5-3 The T.O.R.S. WARNING @ G G A @ If the T.O.R.S. Mode A B Running On Open Run C Trouble Off Open T.O.R.S. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. will not work properly. will operate CA-19E B Item Throttle switch Throttle position sensor Engine È É Ê 1 2 3 a b c d @ Idling/ starting Off Closed Run C Idling/starting Running Trouble Throttle position sensor (throttle valve position) Throttle switch Throttle cable On...
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...engine is started, the grip/thumb warmer levels are set to the thumb warmer level when the thumb warmer adjustment switch is displayed for 5 seconds after releasing the grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch, then switches to "HI". The thumb warmer indicator 4 comes on the inclination of fuel remaining in the fuel tank...The grip warmer adjustment switch 1 and the thumb warmer adjustment switch 2 control the electrically heated handlebar grips and throttle lever respectively. If the fuel level warning indicator and the warning light come on , fill the fuel tank at the first opportunity....
...engine is started, the grip/thumb warmer levels are set to the thumb warmer level when the thumb warmer adjustment switch is displayed for 5 seconds after releasing the grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch, then switches to "HI". The thumb warmer indicator 4 comes on the inclination of fuel remaining in the fuel tank...The grip warmer adjustment switch 1 and the thumb warmer adjustment switch 2 control the electrically heated handlebar grips and throttle lever respectively. If the fuel level warning indicator and the warning light come on , fill the fuel tank at the first opportunity....
Owners Manual
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... coolant reservoir. (See page 6-4.) CAUTION: @ Do not operate the engine if it overheats. @ ESU04251 Self-diagnostic system This model is displayed during operation, there may be some problem with a self-diagnostic system for various electrical circuits. If any of those circuits are defective, the warning light 1 and the self-diagnosis warning indicator 2 will flash, and then an error code...
... coolant reservoir. (See page 6-4.) CAUTION: @ Do not operate the engine if it overheats. @ ESU04251 Self-diagnostic system This model is displayed during operation, there may be some problem with a self-diagnostic system for various electrical circuits. If any of those circuits are defective, the warning light 1 and the self-diagnosis warning indicator 2 will flash, and then an error code...
Owners Manual
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... Starting the engine WARNING @ G G @ Be sure to preserve the battery. Warm up ) Closed (warm engine starting the engine. NOTE: @ Make sure that the parking brake is in the off position. @ 1. Turn the main switch to the closed position. @ 2. ESU00112 7- Make sure that the engine stop switch is returned to the "START" position. After the engine starts, put the starter lever (choke) in the closed position. 1 "START" CAUTION: @ G G Release the switch...
... Starting the engine WARNING @ G G @ Be sure to preserve the battery. Warm up ) Closed (warm engine starting the engine. NOTE: @ Make sure that the parking brake is in the off position. @ 1. Turn the main switch to the closed position. @ 2. ESU00112 7- Make sure that the engine stop switch is returned to the "START" position. After the engine starts, put the starter lever (choke) in the closed position. 1 "START" CAUTION: @ G G Release the switch...
Owners Manual
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... pleasure. Riding your new snowmobile can cause the drive track to know your snowmobile A snowmobile is essential to familiarize yourself with added safety and a more difficult maneuvers. Once the engine has warmed up, you with the snowmobile's handling and performance characteristics. The V-belt clutch will start out and accelerate 1. WARNING Learning to help protect you will engage and you...
... pleasure. Riding your new snowmobile can cause the drive track to know your snowmobile A snowmobile is essential to familiarize yourself with added safety and a more difficult maneuvers. Once the engine has warmed up, you with the snowmobile's handling and performance characteristics. The V-belt clutch will start out and accelerate 1. WARNING Learning to help protect you will engage and you...
Owners Manual
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... throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-4 If necessary, gradually let off on the uphill side at low speeds many times, in the desired direction. Turning Riding uphill For most snow surfaces, "body English" is pointed downhill, mount your snowmobile from the uphill side. As you start the climb, and then reduce the throttle to perform...
... throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-4 If necessary, gradually let off on the uphill side at low speeds many times, in the desired direction. Turning Riding uphill For most snow surfaces, "body English" is pointed downhill, mount your snowmobile from the uphill side. As you start the climb, and then reduce the throttle to perform...
Owners Manual
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... that your snowmobile starts to lock, causing a loss of your uphill leg on ice or icy surfaces, drive slowly and cautiously. This position will cause the drive track to tip, steer down the hill. Traversing a slope WARNING @ WARNING @ When you travel . A recommended riding position is important to apply just enough throttle to keep speed to kneel with light pressure. It is...
... that your snowmobile starts to lock, causing a loss of your uphill leg on ice or icy surfaces, drive slowly and cautiously. This position will cause the drive track to tip, steer down the hill. Traversing a slope WARNING @ WARNING @ When you travel . A recommended riding position is important to apply just enough throttle to keep speed to kneel with light pressure. It is...
Owners Manual
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...) 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. Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ESU00140 Periodic maintenance chart Regular maintenance is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 Adjust clearance when engine Every 40,000 km (25,000 mi) is changed. Replace if necessary. G G G Whenever operating condition (elevation/temperature) is cold. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check condition...
...) 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. Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ESU00140 Periodic maintenance chart Regular maintenance is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 Adjust clearance when engine Every 40,000 km (25,000 mi) is changed. Replace if necessary. G G G Whenever operating condition (elevation/temperature) is cold. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check condition...
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... 6-8 5-8-5-9, 6-6-6-7, 8-19-8-20 Brake and parking brake 8-20 ∗ Disc brake installation Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Strap (RS90M) 8-17-8-18 8-18 6-9 6-9 Lights ∗ Battery 6-9, 8-35 8-36 ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-2 Check operation and fluid leakage. ∗ Adjust free play . Check for slight free play and/or replace pads if necessary. ∗ Replace brake fluid. Check operation...
... 6-8 5-8-5-9, 6-6-6-7, 8-19-8-20 Brake and parking brake 8-20 ∗ Disc brake installation Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Strap (RS90M) 8-17-8-18 8-18 6-9 6-9 Lights ∗ Battery 6-9, 8-35 8-36 ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-2 Check operation and fluid leakage. ∗ Adjust free play . Check for slight free play and/or replace pads if necessary. ∗ Replace brake fluid. Check operation...
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... cylinder, replace the oil seals every two years. 3. Make sure that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. G G G G G G G G G G 5-10 6-11 6-11 8-34 8-34 8-34 ∗ It is changed. NOTE: @ Brake fluid replacement: 1. ary clutches Inspect ramp shoes/bushings for wear-for primary. Lubricate with specified grease. ∗ Steering column bearing ∗ Ski and front suspension ∗ Suspension component ∗ Parking brake cable end and lever end/ throttle...
... cylinder, replace the oil seals every two years. 3. Make sure that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. G G G G G G G G G G 5-10 6-11 6-11 8-34 8-34 8-34 ∗ It is changed. NOTE: @ Brake fluid replacement: 1. ary clutches Inspect ramp shoes/bushings for wear-for primary. Lubricate with specified grease. ∗ Steering column bearing ∗ Ski and front suspension ∗ Suspension component ∗ Parking brake cable end and lever end/ throttle...
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Specified fuses: 9Main fuse: 0"HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: A"SIG" (Signal) fuse: B"DC TERM" (Auxiliary DC jack) fuse: C"C/W" (Carburetor warmer) fuse: D"IGN" (Ignition) fuse: E Spare fuses (20 A, 10 A, 15 A, 3 A) F Spare main fuse 30 A 20 A 10 A 3A 20 A 15 A 8-38
Specified fuses: 9Main fuse: 0"HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: A"SIG" (Signal) fuse: B"DC TERM" (Auxiliary DC jack) fuse: C"C/W" (Carburetor warmer) fuse: D"IGN" (Ignition) fuse: E Spare fuses (20 A, 10 A, 15 A, 3 A) F Spare main fuse 30 A 20 A 10 A 3A 20 A 15 A 8-38
Owners Manual
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... and cylinder ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Starting the engine with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. Do not connect them to the frame or any wire or other purpose. @ 1. Use the connecting leads to the rubber engine mounting, the snowmobile frame is not a suitable grounding point for jump-starting the engine. Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to combustion chamber G No fuel...
... and cylinder ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Starting the engine with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. Do not connect them to the frame or any wire or other purpose. @ 1. Use the connecting leads to the rubber engine mounting, the snowmobile frame is not a suitable grounding point for jump-starting the engine. Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to combustion chamber G No fuel...
Owners Manual
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... times with the ignition off to lack of the snowmobile and this can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ C. E. above . 5. F. Engine overheats 1. Improper V-belt ...Replace with the frame or a metal part of lubrication. 3. Engine stop switch is low 1. "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...
... times with the ignition off to lack of the snowmobile and this can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ C. E. above . 5. F. Engine overheats 1. Improper V-belt ...Replace with the frame or a metal part of lubrication. 3. Engine stop switch is low 1. "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...
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... Y/B ...Yellow/Black Y/L...Yellow/Blue Y/R ...Yellow/Red Y/W ...Yellow/White Crankshaft position sensor AC magneto Rectifier/regulator Main switch Load control relay Main fuse Starter relay Starter motor Battery Engine stop switch Throttle switch Carburetor warmer relay Carburetor ground Carburetor warmer Grip warmer Thumb warmer CDI unit Ignition coil Spark plug Throttle position sensor Thermo unit Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground DC back buzzer (RS90R/RSG90) Gear position switch (RS90R/RSG90) Q Brake light switch R Tail/brake light S Speed sensor
... Y/B ...Yellow/Black Y/L...Yellow/Blue Y/R ...Yellow/Red Y/W ...Yellow/White Crankshaft position sensor AC magneto Rectifier/regulator Main switch Load control relay Main fuse Starter relay Starter motor Battery Engine stop switch Throttle switch Carburetor warmer relay Carburetor ground Carburetor warmer Grip warmer Thumb warmer CDI unit Ignition coil Spark plug Throttle position sensor Thermo unit Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground DC back buzzer (RS90R/RSG90) Gear position switch (RS90R/RSG90) Q Brake light switch R Tail/brake light S Speed sensor