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...belt holders ...5-14 Spark plug holders...5-14 Carburetor coolant shut-off lever ...5-14 Backrest ...5-15 Storage compartment ...5-15 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 ...6-7 Air filter ...6-8 Fittings and fasteners ...6-9 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-9 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting...
...belt holders ...5-14 Spark plug holders...5-14 Carburetor coolant shut-off lever ...5-14 Backrest ...5-15 Storage compartment ...5-15 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 ...6-7 Air filter ...6-8 Fittings and fasteners ...6-9 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-9 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting...
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... ...8-11 V-belt replacement ...8-13 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-15 Checking the brake pads...8-17 Checking the parking brake pads...8-17 Checking the brake fluid level...8-18 Brake fluid replacement...8-18 Suspension...8-19 Drive track adjustment...8-23 Ski alignment ...8-25 Lubrication ...8-26 Headlight bulb replacement...8-27 Headlight beam adjustment...8-27 Battery ...8-28 Fuse replacement...8-29 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
... ...8-11 V-belt replacement ...8-13 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-15 Checking the brake pads...8-17 Checking the parking brake pads...8-17 Checking the brake fluid level...8-18 Brake fluid replacement...8-18 Suspension...8-19 Drive track adjustment...8-23 Ski alignment ...8-25 Lubrication ...8-26 Headlight bulb replacement...8-27 Headlight beam adjustment...8-27 Battery ...8-28 Fuse replacement...8-29 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
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... ignore any control or function you must know and use on pages 6-1-6-9 before operating this snowmobile. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of alcohol or drugs. 5. Before operating 1. Passengers are designed to the home position when it returns to carry the OPERATOR ONLY. SAFETY INFORMATION When you ride your safety. Apply the parking brake before starting the engine. ESU00090 3- Severe...
... ignore any control or function you must know and use on pages 6-1-6-9 before operating this snowmobile. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of alcohol or drugs. 5. Before operating 1. Passengers are designed to the home position when it returns to carry the OPERATOR ONLY. SAFETY INFORMATION When you ride your safety. Apply the parking brake before starting the engine. ESU00090 3- Severe...
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... accident and injury. 3-2 Handle fuel with care; Open the outside doors; it is running into your eyes, see your exposure to cool for operation of gloves or mittens that the fuel tank cap is closed securely after running. Wipe up any gasoline spills on established trails to the operator or bystanders. 8. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting , inspecting, or...
... accident and injury. 3-2 Handle fuel with care; Open the outside doors; it is running into your eyes, see your exposure to cool for operation of gloves or mittens that the fuel tank cap is closed securely after running. Wipe up any gasoline spills on established trails to the operator or bystanders. 8. Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting , inspecting, or...
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.... 3-3 Maintenance and storage 1. Modifications made to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Always refer to the "STORAGE" section if the snowmobile is to the snowmobile not approved by Yamaha, or the removal of time. The best braking method on...fuel, have an accident, or damage your snowmobile unsafe for an extended period. 5. Modifications may need help if you run out of ski runners, drive track, slide runners, and drive sprockets. 5. Allow the engine to be stored for use on surfaces other snowmobilers when going on a ride. Maintain or replace safety...
.... 3-3 Maintenance and storage 1. Modifications made to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Always refer to the "STORAGE" section if the snowmobile is to the snowmobile not approved by Yamaha, or the removal of time. The best braking method on...fuel, have an accident, or damage your snowmobile unsafe for an extended period. 5. Modifications may need help if you run out of ski runners, drive track, slide runners, and drive sprockets. 5. Allow the engine to be stored for use on surfaces other snowmobilers when going on a ride. Maintain or replace safety...
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... compartment Tail/brake light Snow flap Side mirror (VT60) Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever Shift lever (SXV60ER/VT60) Starter handle Shroud latch Main switch Starter lever Tachometer 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/thumb warmer heat...
... compartment Tail/brake light Snow flap Side mirror (VT60) Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever Shift lever (SXV60ER/VT60) Starter handle Shroud latch Main switch Starter lever Tachometer 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/thumb warmer heat...
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Warming up a cold engine. 1 2 3 4 @ Starter lever (choke) When starting a cold engine. Regulate the speed of the drive system. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will decelerate, and the engine will return to idle when the lever is released b. The T.O.R.S. will increase the engine speed and cause engagement of the snowmobile by varying the throttle position. is designed to interrupt the ignition and keep the engine speed between 2,800 and...
Warming up a cold engine. 1 2 3 4 @ Starter lever (choke) When starting a cold engine. Regulate the speed of the drive system. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will decelerate, and the engine will return to idle when the lever is released b. The T.O.R.S. will increase the engine speed and cause engagement of the snowmobile by varying the throttle position. is designed to interrupt the ignition and keep the engine speed between 2,800 and...
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...warning light 2 and all segments of the meter 3 turn on and off once. To reset the tripmeter, push the select/reset button 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...following: G a digital speedometer (which shows riding speed) G an odometer (which shows the total distance traveled) G a tripmeter (which shows the grip warmer level or the thumb warmer level) After the engine is started, the tachometer 1 makes one second while the...
...warning light 2 and all segments of the meter 3 turn on and off once. To reset the tripmeter, push the select/reset button 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...following: G a digital speedometer (which shows riding speed) G an odometer (which shows the total distance traveled) G a tripmeter (which shows the grip warmer level or the thumb warmer level) After the engine is started, the tachometer 1 makes one second while the...
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... open the starter lever (choke). 1 2 3 4 Starter lever (choke) Fully open (cold engine starting model For SXV60 2. OPERATION ESU02811 Starting the engine WARNING @ G G @ Be sure to the "ON" position. 1 "ON" 3. After the engine starts, put the starter lever (choke) in the closed position. 7-1 NOTE: @ Make sure that the parking brake is warm. Put the starter lever (choke) in the half-open (warm engine up the engine until it...
... open the starter lever (choke). 1 2 3 4 Starter lever (choke) Fully open (cold engine starting model For SXV60 2. OPERATION ESU02811 Starting the engine WARNING @ G G @ Be sure to the "ON" position. 1 "ON" 3. After the engine starts, put the starter lever (choke) in the closed position. 7-1 NOTE: @ Make sure that the parking brake is warm. Put the starter lever (choke) in the half-open (warm engine up the engine until it...
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...'s handling and performance characteristics. Pay particular attention to the safety information on pages 7-1-7-2 to start the engine. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. The V-belt clutch will engage and you ride, always perform the preoperation checks listed on pages 8-1-8-3. Never put your snowmobile requires skills acquired through practice over a period of its controls. @ Braking When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and...
...'s handling and performance characteristics. Pay particular attention to the safety information on pages 7-1-7-2 to start the engine. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. The V-belt clutch will engage and you ride, always perform the preoperation checks listed on pages 8-1-8-3. Never put your snowmobile requires skills acquired through practice over a period of its controls. @ Braking When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and...
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... recommended for the sharpness of the turn . When the snowmobile is made at higher speeds or in the desired direction. Lean more as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-6 Try more into the turn and lean your snowmobile. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are...
... recommended for the sharpness of the turn . When the snowmobile is made at higher speeds or in the desired direction. Lean more as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-6 Try more into the turn and lean your snowmobile. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are...
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... use engine compression to help slow the snowmobile, and to keep speed to a minimum. WARNING @ WARNING @ Use extra caution when applying the brake during a descent. If your snowmobile starts to tip, steer down the hill. downhill leg on the seat and the...body to keep the clutch engaged while descending the hill. As you are slippery, so be very dangerous. Steering is important to apply just enough throttle to position your weight towards the uphill side. Avoid accelerating, turning, and braking rapidly. Also apply the brake frequently, with the knee of control...
... use engine compression to help slow the snowmobile, and to keep speed to a minimum. WARNING @ WARNING @ Use extra caution when applying the brake during a descent. If your snowmobile starts to tip, steer down the hill. downhill leg on the seat and the...body to keep the clutch engaged while descending the hill. As you are slippery, so be very dangerous. Steering is important to apply just enough throttle to position your weight towards the uphill side. Avoid accelerating, turning, and braking rapidly. Also apply the brake frequently, with the knee of control...
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G ∗ Air bleed the oil pump if necessary. G G 8-4-8-5 6-2 Engine oil Fuel ∗ Fuel filter ∗ Fuel line G 6-1-6-2 G G ∗ Oil line G 6-2, 8-11-8-12 G G Whenever operating condition (elevation/temperature) is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 G G G G G 6-3 5-10 5-2-5-3, 6-3 5-2, 6-3 8-11 5-2, 6-3 Engine coolant ∗ Air bleed the cooling system if necessary. Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. Check fuel level. Check coolant level. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. CD-01E Item Remarks Preoperation ...
G ∗ Air bleed the oil pump if necessary. G G 8-4-8-5 6-2 Engine oil Fuel ∗ Fuel filter ∗ Fuel line G 6-1-6-2 G G ∗ Oil line G 6-2, 8-11-8-12 G G Whenever operating condition (elevation/temperature) is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 G G G G G 6-3 5-10 5-2-5-3, 6-3 5-2, 6-3 8-11 5-2, 6-3 Engine coolant ∗ Air bleed the cooling system if necessary. Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. Check fuel level. Check coolant level. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. CD-01E Item Remarks Preoperation ...
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... km (2,000 mi) (160 hr) G Page ∗ Decarbonization Drive guard V-belt Drive track and idler wheels Slide runners More frequently if necessary. Add only distilled water if necessary. ∗ Check specific gravity and breather hose operation. Every 1,600 km (1,000 mi) 8-18 ∗ Disc brake installation Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Lights 8-15-8-16 G Initial at 500 km (300 mi...
... km (2,000 mi) (160 hr) G Page ∗ Decarbonization Drive guard V-belt Drive track and idler wheels Slide runners More frequently if necessary. Add only distilled water if necessary. ∗ Check specific gravity and breather hose operation. Every 1,600 km (1,000 mi) 8-18 ∗ Disc brake installation Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Lights 8-15-8-16 G Initial at 500 km (300 mi...
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...: @ Brake fluid replacement: 1. When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, replace the brake fluid. Normally check the brake fluid level and add the fluid as required. 2. Replace the brake hose every four years, or if cracked or damaged. @ 8-3 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...
...: @ Brake fluid replacement: 1. When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, replace the brake fluid. Normally check the brake fluid level and add the fluid as required. 2. Replace the brake hose every four years, or if cracked or damaged. @ 8-3 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...
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WARNING @ G G G @ Never remove the drain plug or the float chamber while the engine is HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. Handle fuel with care: it is hot. side) # 138.8 2, 3 No.2 and No.3 Carburetors (center and magneto side) # 136.3 CD-04E Main jet 4 Mixture Lean Rich Condition Warm weather High altitude Cold weather Low altitude Small No. Remove the drain plug and install the proper...
WARNING @ G G G @ Never remove the drain plug or the float chamber while the engine is HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. Handle fuel with care: it is hot. side) # 138.8 2, 3 No.2 and No.3 Carburetors (center and magneto side) # 136.3 CD-04E Main jet 4 Mixture Lean Rich Condition Warm weather High altitude Cold weather Low altitude Small No. Remove the drain plug and install the proper...
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... the lighting system, signal system and meter system (except for repair. @ 9-1 G T.O.R.S. B. Fuel system No fuel supplied to inspect. Electrical system Poor or no spark G Spark plugs are wet ...Remove carbon or wipe the spark plugs dry; replace if necessary. Ask a Yamaha dealer to the fully-closed position. Engine does not turn over but does not start 1. WARNING @ G G Before bypassing the T.O.R.S., make sure that the engine can be started. TROUBLESHOOTING G A. Seized engine...
... the lighting system, signal system and meter system (except for repair. @ 9-1 G T.O.R.S. B. Fuel system No fuel supplied to inspect. Electrical system Poor or no spark G Spark plugs are wet ...Remove carbon or wipe the spark plugs dry; replace if necessary. Ask a Yamaha dealer to the fully-closed position. Engine does not turn over but does not start 1. WARNING @ G G Before bypassing the T.O.R.S., make sure that the engine can be started. TROUBLESHOOTING G A. Seized engine...
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... 1. Electric starter does not operate or operates slowly For SXV60ER/VT60 1. Engine power is caught in cooling system ...Bleed air or ask a Yamaha dealer to lack of lubrication. 3. Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude or conditions ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Faulty spark plugs ...Replace the spark plugs. 2. Malfunctioning T.O.R.S. above . 3. Leaking coolant ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. G. Incorrect V-belt clutch offset ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 3. Improper fuel flow...
... 1. Electric starter does not operate or operates slowly For SXV60ER/VT60 1. Engine power is caught in cooling system ...Bleed air or ask a Yamaha dealer to lack of lubrication. 3. Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude or conditions ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Faulty spark plugs ...Replace the spark plugs. 2. Malfunctioning T.O.R.S. above . 3. Leaking coolant ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. G. Incorrect V-belt clutch offset ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 3. Improper fuel flow...
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...Gy B O W (BLACK) R R/ W B (BLACK) R/ W R B (BLACK) a Z L/Y W É L/R G/Y B G Lg Y B U Y B Y [ Y Z R/ B B/G R/B G/B R/ B A R/ B G/R G/ R A G/ R G/ B G/ B A G/ B Ê O/B L/R B G/Y L/R O/B G/Y B O É L Y X B/G A B/G T B B G WIRE HARNESS SUB-WIRE HARNESS 3 Y R B B L (BLACK) (BLACK) B G B G É L/R G/Y B B Y G Gy B R/B Br B Y G W G B V G/B B/G (GREEN) (GREEN) B/G G G Y B Y B G/ Y L /R B O/B L/R B G/Y Ê Ê L G/ Y B L /R G/ Y B ` ` B B T B G B B F B L/R O/B G/Y B SUB-WIRE TAIL / BRAKE LIGHT SUB-WIRE HARNESS 3 HARNESS B A B ESU00233 1-
...Gy B O W (BLACK) R R/ W B (BLACK) R/ W R B (BLACK) a Z L/Y W É L/R G/Y B G Lg Y B U Y B Y [ Y Z R/ B B/G R/B G/B R/ B A R/ B G/R G/ R A G/ R G/ B G/ B A G/ B Ê O/B L/R B G/Y L/R O/B G/Y B O É L Y X B/G A B/G T B B G WIRE HARNESS SUB-WIRE HARNESS 3 Y R B B L (BLACK) (BLACK) B G B G É L/R G/Y B B Y G Gy B R/B Br B Y G W G B V G/B B/G (GREEN) (GREEN) B/G G G Y B Y B G/ Y L /R B O/B L/R B G/Y Ê Ê L G/ Y B L /R G/ Y B ` ` B B T B G B B F B L/R O/B G/Y B SUB-WIRE TAIL / BRAKE LIGHT SUB-WIRE HARNESS 3 HARNESS B A B ESU00233 1-
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... Starter relay (SXV60ER/VT60) Battery (SXV60ER/VT60) Starter motor (SXV60ER/VT60) Main switch Engine stop switch Throttle switch Carburetor switch Grip warmer Thumb warmer CDI unit Coolant temperature sensor Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Ignition coil Spark plug Engine ground Frame ground Passenger grip warmer switch (VT60) Resistor (VT60) Passenger grip warmer (left) (VT60) Passenger grip warmer (right) (VT60) Passenger grip warmer relay (VT60) DC back buzzer (SXV60ER/VT60) Gear position switch (SXV60ER/VT60) Brake light switch Tail/brake light Speed sensor Fuel...
... Starter relay (SXV60ER/VT60) Battery (SXV60ER/VT60) Starter motor (SXV60ER/VT60) Main switch Engine stop switch Throttle switch Carburetor switch Grip warmer Thumb warmer CDI unit Coolant temperature sensor Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Ignition coil Spark plug Engine ground Frame ground Passenger grip warmer switch (VT60) Resistor (VT60) Passenger grip warmer (left) (VT60) Passenger grip warmer (right) (VT60) Passenger grip warmer relay (VT60) DC back buzzer (SXV60ER/VT60) Gear position switch (SXV60ER/VT60) Brake light switch Tail/brake light Speed sensor Fuel...