Owners Manual
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...Auxiliary DC jack ...5-14 Shroud and covers ...5-15 Drive guard ...5-15 V-belt holders ...5-16 Storage compartment ...5-16 Rear carrier ...5-16 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 ...6-11 Fittings and fasteners ...6-12 Tool kit and...
...Auxiliary DC jack ...5-14 Shroud and covers ...5-15 Drive guard ...5-15 V-belt holders ...5-16 Storage compartment ...5-16 Rear carrier ...5-16 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 ...6-11 Fittings and fasteners ...6-12 Tool kit and...
Owners Manual
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... Replacing the V-belt ...8-16 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-19 Checking the brake pads...8-20 Checking the parking brake pads...8-20 Checking the brake fluid level...8-21 Changing the brake fluid...8-22 Suspension...8-22 Adjusting the drive track ...8-29 Aligning the skis...8-31 Lubrication ...8-32 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-33 Adjusting the headlight beams ...8-34 Battery ...8-34 Replacing a fuse...8-35 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-3 WIRING DIAGRAM...
... Replacing the V-belt ...8-16 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-19 Checking the brake pads...8-20 Checking the parking brake pads...8-20 Checking the brake fluid level...8-21 Changing the brake fluid...8-22 Suspension...8-22 Adjusting the drive track ...8-29 Aligning the skis...8-31 Lubrication ...8-32 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-33 Adjusting the headlight beams ...8-34 Battery ...8-34 Replacing a fuse...8-35 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-3 WIRING DIAGRAM...
Owners Manual
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.... 4. DURING THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY any and all U.S. Give notice to an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer of any authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer will be warranted for inspection and repairs at the time of manufacture and that time for a term of charge, repair or replace, at that it not to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track...
.... 4. DURING THE PERIOD OF WARRANTY any and all U.S. Give notice to an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer of any authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer will be warranted for inspection and repairs at the time of manufacture and that time for a term of charge, repair or replace, at that it not to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track...
Owners Manual
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... normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, as well as oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, and slide runners. Under what constitutes abnormal wear. A. Clutches as well as specified in the Owner's Manual? AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY. A. Q. No. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR...
... normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, as well as oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, and slide runners. Under what constitutes abnormal wear. A. Clutches as well as specified in the Owner's Manual? AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY. A. Q. No. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR...
Owners Manual
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... you are handled at the time of purchase. If you . YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. A. When contacting Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. This list is in accordance with federal law. What responsibility does my dealer have further questions about this person is compiled from the purchase registrations sent to : 1. Completely set up -to contact Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., for his setup, service and warranty repair work. Whom...
... you are handled at the time of purchase. If you . YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. A. When contacting Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. This list is in accordance with federal law. What responsibility does my dealer have further questions about this person is compiled from the purchase registrations sent to : 1. Completely set up -to contact Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., for his setup, service and warranty repair work. Whom...
Owners Manual
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Read the Owner's Manual and all of the operating controls and their function. This snowmobile was not manufactured for proper operation every time before operating this snowmobile. Check the throttle, brake, and steering for use on pages 6-1-6-12 before starting the engine. Before operating 1. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any control or function you ignore any of the snowmobile, always perform the pre-operation...
Read the Owner's Manual and all of the operating controls and their function. This snowmobile was not manufactured for proper operation every time before operating this snowmobile. Check the throttle, brake, and steering for use on pages 6-1-6-12 before starting the engine. Before operating 1. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any control or function you ignore any of the snowmobile, always perform the pre-operation...
Owners Manual
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... 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. The best braking method on its left side for use that may leak out from the fuel breather hose. 2. Maintenance and storage 1. Do not leave the snowmobile on most surfaces is not designed for an extended...
... 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. The best braking method on its left side for use that may leak out from the fuel breather hose. 2. Maintenance and storage 1. Do not leave the snowmobile on most surfaces is not designed for an extended...
Owners Manual
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... G H I J K L Windshield Steering handlebar Seat Frame Storage compartment Rear carrier (RX10M) Slide rail suspension Drive track Skis Headlights Shroud Tail/brake lights Strap (RX10M) Snow flap Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer/rear suspension adjustment switch (RX10GT) Grip warmer adjustment switch (RX10M) Headlight beam switch Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever Shift lever (RX10GT) M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] _ a b c Main switch Auxiliary DC jack Tachometer Mode button (RX10GT) Reset button Select button Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level...
... G H I J K L Windshield Steering handlebar Seat Frame Storage compartment Rear carrier (RX10M) Slide rail suspension Drive track Skis Headlights Shroud Tail/brake lights Strap (RX10M) Snow flap Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer/rear suspension adjustment switch (RX10GT) Grip warmer adjustment switch (RX10M) Headlight beam switch Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever Shift lever (RX10GT) M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] _ a b c Main switch Auxiliary DC jack Tachometer Mode button (RX10GT) Reset button Select button Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level...
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WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation before starting circuit is running cleanly, squeezing a the throttle lever 1 will return to idle when it is switched off. ESU00013 5- CONTROL FUNCTIONS ESU00362 Main switch The main switch controls the following items. 1 "OFF" The ignition circuit is released b. Regulate the speed of the drive system. The starter motor starts. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will decelerate, and the engine will increase the...
WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation before starting circuit is running cleanly, squeezing a the throttle lever 1 will return to idle when it is switched off. ESU00013 5- CONTROL FUNCTIONS ESU00362 Main switch The main switch controls the following items. 1 "OFF" The ignition circuit is released b. Regulate the speed of the drive system. The starter motor starts. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will decelerate, and the engine will increase the...
Owners Manual
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... the engine has been idling for at least 3 minutes and the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically shuts off . WARNING @ G G If the T.O.R.S. ESU00361 Engine overheating prevention system This model is equipped with an engine overheating prevention system to prevent overheating when the engine is released. NOTE: The engine can be started after it shuts off to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap.
... the engine has been idling for at least 3 minutes and the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically shuts off . WARNING @ G G If the T.O.R.S. ESU00361 Engine overheating prevention system This model is equipped with an engine overheating prevention system to prevent overheating when the engine is released. NOTE: The engine can be started after it shuts off to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap.
Owners Manual
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... the left side cover and the shroud. Never run the engine with the V-belt or drive guard removed. ESU00096 Drive guard Check the drive guard mounts for a few minutes. Never spill any is firmly in ) 3. ESU00093 Brake fluid leakage Apply the brake for damage. Check to see if any brake fluid leaks out from the brake hose joints or the master cylinder. Check the V-belt for immediate repairs. @ CAUTION: @ Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or...
... the left side cover and the shroud. Never run the engine with the V-belt or drive guard removed. ESU00096 Drive guard Check the drive guard mounts for a few minutes. Never spill any is firmly in ) 3. ESU00093 Brake fluid leakage Apply the brake for damage. Check to see if any brake fluid leaks out from the brake hose joints or the master cylinder. Check the V-belt for immediate repairs. @ CAUTION: @ Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or...
Owners Manual
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... its controls. @ Braking When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Before operating the snowmobile, read all of maneuvering your snowmobile. Always wear the proper clothing for both hands on pages 3-1-3-3. To start the engine. The V-belt clutch will start to operate at low speeds, even if you will engage and you are @ WARNING G G Many...
... its controls. @ Braking When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Before operating the snowmobile, read all of maneuvering your snowmobile. Always wear the proper clothing for both hands on pages 3-1-3-3. To start the engine. The V-belt clutch will start to operate at low speeds, even if you will engage and you are @ WARNING G G Many...
Owners Manual
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...turn may be accomplished by leaning forward and, on steeper inclines, standing on the uphill side at higher speeds or in the desired direction. Restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. This procedure should practice first on the running...down and begin to turn to turning. WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are thoroughly familiar with no obstacles. As you start the climb, and then reduce the throttle to tip while turning, lean more as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice ...
...turn may be accomplished by leaning forward and, on steeper inclines, standing on the uphill side at higher speeds or in the desired direction. Restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. This procedure should practice first on the running...down and begin to turn to turning. WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are thoroughly familiar with no obstacles. As you start the climb, and then reduce the throttle to tip while turning, lean more as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice ...
Owners Manual
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... of the owner. Replace if necessary. 8-7-8-8 ∗ Valve clearance ∗ Crankcase breather system ∗ Fuel filter Check clearance. Check condition. G G 8-11 ∗ It is cold. IN THE FOLLOWING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS, THE SERVICES RELATED TO EMISSIONS CONTROL ARE GROUPED SEPARATELY. ESU04970 Periodic maintenance chart for cracks or damage. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of snowmobile inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are not familiar with maintenance work, have a Yamaha dealer...
... of the owner. Replace if necessary. 8-7-8-8 ∗ Valve clearance ∗ Crankcase breather system ∗ Fuel filter Check clearance. Check condition. G G 8-11 ∗ It is cold. IN THE FOLLOWING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS, THE SERVICES RELATED TO EMISSIONS CONTROL ARE GROUPED SEPARATELY. ESU04970 Periodic maintenance chart for cracks or damage. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of snowmobile inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are not familiar with maintenance work, have a Yamaha dealer...
Owners Manual
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Check and adjust engine idle speed. G G G G ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check for cracks or damage. Replace if necessary. Check coolant level. (recovery tank) 6-3-6-4 8-12-8-14 G G Engine coolant Check coolant level. (reservoir tank) ∗ Air bleed the cooling system if necessary. Throttle lever (handlebar end) Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Engine stop switch Drive guard Check operation...
Check and adjust engine idle speed. G G G G ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check for cracks or damage. Replace if necessary. Check coolant level. (recovery tank) 6-3-6-4 8-12-8-14 G G Engine coolant Check coolant level. (reservoir tank) ∗ Air bleed the cooling system if necessary. Throttle lever (handlebar end) Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Engine stop switch Drive guard Check operation...
Owners Manual
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... top cover, the left and right side covers, and the shroud. 40 A 10 A 20 A 10 A 3A 20 A 3A 4A 10 A NOTE: @ If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to the specified torque. Specified fuses: 0Main fuse: AFuel injection system fuse: B"HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: C"SIG" (Signal) fuse: D"DC TERM" (Auxiliary DC jack) fuse: E"IGN" (Ignition) fuse: F"BACK UP" (Backup) fuse: G"FAN" (Radiator fan) fuse: H"ECS" (Electronically controlled rear shock absorber) fuse: I Spare fuses (20...
... top cover, the left and right side covers, and the shroud. 40 A 10 A 20 A 10 A 3A 20 A 3A 4A 10 A NOTE: @ If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to the specified torque. Specified fuses: 0Main fuse: AFuel injection system fuse: B"HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: C"SIG" (Signal) fuse: D"DC TERM" (Auxiliary DC jack) fuse: E"IGN" (Ignition) fuse: F"BACK UP" (Backup) fuse: G"FAN" (Radiator fan) fuse: H"ECS" (Electronically controlled rear shock absorber) fuse: I Spare fuses (20...
Owners Manual
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... not a suitable grounding point for jump-starting the engine. G Clogged fuel line ...Clean fuel line. G Worn or damaged gasket ...Replace gasket. Starting the engine with a discharged battery If the snowmobile battery 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 returns properly to the rubber engine mounting, the snowmobile frame is an important safety device; Compression Insufficient...
... not a suitable grounding point for jump-starting the engine. G Clogged fuel line ...Clean fuel line. G Worn or damaged gasket ...Replace gasket. Starting the engine with a discharged battery If the snowmobile battery 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 returns properly to the rubber engine mounting, the snowmobile frame is an important safety device; Compression Insufficient...
Owners Manual
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.... @ C. 8. Start the engine. 9. Install the right side cover and the shroud. 4. Faulty spark plugs ...Clean or replace the spark plugs. 3. Insufficient coolant ...Add coolant. 2. Drive track does not move 1. WARNING @ Be sure to lack of the booster battery. 11. Discharged battery...Charge battery or see B above . 3. Disconnect the black (-) jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the snowmobile and this can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE...
.... @ C. 8. Start the engine. 9. Install the right side cover and the shroud. 4. Faulty spark plugs ...Clean or replace the spark plugs. 3. Insufficient coolant ...Add coolant. 2. Drive track does not move 1. WARNING @ Be sure to lack of the booster battery. 11. Discharged battery...Charge battery or see B above . 3. Disconnect the black (-) jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the snowmobile and this can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE...
Owners Manual
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... Engine Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to guard against deterioration. 1. This can accumulate. Apply suitable protectants to the exterior of wax to or disconnect it from the snowmobile. Store it in the MAINTENANCE section, or Yamaha Lube-Zall general-purpose lubricant. WARNING @ G G G @ Never smoke around the battery while it is used , consult a Yamaha dealer. 4. Never connect the battery to painted surfaces. Sparks may ignite...
... Engine Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to guard against deterioration. 1. This can accumulate. Apply suitable protectants to the exterior of wax to or disconnect it from the snowmobile. Store it in the MAINTENANCE section, or Yamaha Lube-Zall general-purpose lubricant. WARNING @ G G G @ Never smoke around the battery while it is used , consult a Yamaha dealer. 4. Never connect the battery to painted surfaces. Sparks may ignite...
Owners Manual
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...fuse Starter relay Starter motor Red (+) jumper lead Battery Black (-) jumper lead Diode Engine stop switch Throttle switch Engine control unit Oil pressure switch Thumb warmer Grip warmer "ECS" (Electronically controlled rear shock absorber) fuse Solenoid Sub-wire harness Ignition coil Spark plug Fuel injection relay Injector Fuel pump Throttle position sensor Intake air pressure sensor Speed sensor Camshaft sensor Barometric pressure sensor Thermo unit Air temperature sensor Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground DC back buzzer (RX10GT) Gear position switch...
...fuse Starter relay Starter motor Red (+) jumper lead Battery Black (-) jumper lead Diode Engine stop switch Throttle switch Engine control unit Oil pressure switch Thumb warmer Grip warmer "ECS" (Electronically controlled rear shock absorber) fuse Solenoid Sub-wire harness Ignition coil Spark plug Fuel injection relay Injector Fuel pump Throttle position sensor Intake air pressure sensor Speed sensor Camshaft sensor Barometric pressure sensor Thermo unit Air temperature sensor Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground DC back buzzer (RX10GT) Gear position switch...