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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... CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA also warrants to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. hereby warrants that the machine be free from an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer in material and workmanship for this warranty to conform at the time of each 2006 and later model Yamaha snowmobile covered by an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer. Lack of Yamaha Motor Corporation...
... CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA also warrants to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. hereby warrants that the machine be free from an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer in material and workmanship for this warranty to conform at the time of each 2006 and later model Yamaha snowmobile covered by an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer. Lack of Yamaha Motor Corporation...
Owners Manual
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... than as oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, and slide runners. What costs are a qualified snowmobile mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner's Manual instead of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, as well as shown in areas. Q. Yes, if you have the warranty extended to November 30 of oil, hitting an object submerged under warranty such service is not covered under...
... than as oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, and slide runners. What costs are a qualified snowmobile mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner's Manual instead of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, as well as shown in areas. Q. Yes, if you have the warranty extended to November 30 of oil, hitting an object submerged under warranty such service is not covered under...
Owners Manual
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... of a motor vehicle to maintain a complete, up every new machine before sale. 2. by sending a postcard listing your request at any authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer within the continental United States. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of your warranty identification card or other valid proof of the original date of a safety-related defect and recall. Since...
... of a motor vehicle to maintain a complete, up every new machine before sale. 2. by sending a postcard listing your request at any authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer within the continental United States. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of your warranty identification card or other valid proof of the original date of a safety-related defect and recall. Since...
Owners Manual
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...throttle, brake, and steering for use on pages 6-1-6-12 before starting the engine. Read the Owner's Manual and all of the operating controls and their function. Never drive the snowmobile with another vehicle. 3. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of alcohol or drugs. 5. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of the snowmobile, always perform...ignore any control or function you must know and use is released. 6. Make sure that the throttle lever moves freely and it returns to carry the OPERATOR ONLY. This may result if you could collide with the parking brake applied. ...
...throttle, brake, and steering for use on pages 6-1-6-12 before starting the engine. Read the Owner's Manual and all of the operating controls and their function. Never drive the snowmobile with another vehicle. 3. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of alcohol or drugs. 5. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of the snowmobile, always perform...ignore any control or function you must know and use is released. 6. Make sure that the throttle lever moves freely and it returns to carry the OPERATOR ONLY. This may result if you could collide with the parking brake applied. ...
Owners Manual
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... on a ride. Allow the engine to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. This snowmobile is to cool off before storing the snowmobile in rapid wear of dirt or sand mixed 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...
... on a ride. Allow the engine to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. This snowmobile is to cool off before storing the snowmobile in rapid wear of dirt or sand mixed 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...
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...
Owners Manual
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..." The ignition circuit is released b. CAUTION: @ Release the switch immediately after the engine starts. @ NOTE: @ The headlights, meter lights, and taillights come on after the engine starts. @ ESU00022 Throttle lever Once the engine is running cleanly, squeezing a the throttle lever 1 will return to idle when it is switched on . The starter motor starts. ESU00013 5- Regulate the speed of the drive system. WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation before starting circuit is switched off. CONTROL FUNCTIONS...
..." The ignition circuit is released b. CAUTION: @ Release the switch immediately after the engine starts. @ NOTE: @ The headlights, meter lights, and taillights come on after the engine starts. @ ESU00022 Throttle lever Once the engine is running cleanly, squeezing a the throttle lever 1 will return to idle when it is switched on . The starter motor starts. ESU00013 5- Regulate the speed of the drive system. WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation before starting circuit is switched off. CONTROL FUNCTIONS...
Owners Manual
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... not work properly. @ 5-2 Otherwise, 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. The T.O.R.S. is designed to interrupt the fuel injection and keep the engine speed between 2,800 and 3,000 r/min if the throttle valves fail to return to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. is released. Be sure to the idle position...
... not work properly. @ 5-2 Otherwise, 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. The T.O.R.S. is designed to interrupt the fuel injection and keep the engine speed between 2,800 and 3,000 r/min if the throttle valves fail to return to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. is released. Be sure to the idle position...
Owners Manual
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... in place. 6-7 If any brake fluid leaks out from the brake hose joints or the master cylinder. Check the V-belt for damage. Install the left side cover, and then remove the drive guard. (See pages 8-5-8-7 for removal procedures.) 2. ESU00096 Drive guard Check the drive guard mounts for wear and damage. Make sure that the drive guard is found, ask a Yamaha dealer for a few minutes. WARNING @ If brake fluid leakage is installed securely...
... in place. 6-7 If any brake fluid leaks out from the brake hose joints or the master cylinder. Check the V-belt for damage. Install the left side cover, and then remove the drive guard. (See pages 8-5-8-7 for removal procedures.) 2. ESU00096 Drive guard Check the drive guard mounts for wear and damage. Make sure that the drive guard is found, ask a Yamaha dealer for a few minutes. WARNING @ If brake fluid leakage is installed securely...
Owners Manual
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... new snowmobile can cause the drive track to learn the basic techniques well before attempting more reliable snowmobile. Please read all of its controls. @ Braking When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Also, read this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of the controls. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. Never put...
... new snowmobile can cause the drive track to learn the basic techniques well before attempting more reliable snowmobile. Please read all of its controls. @ Braking When slowing down or stopping, release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Also, read this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of the controls. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. Never put...
Owners Manual
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... with the operation of the turn gets sharper or is pointed downhill, mount your snowmobile. Remember: Avoid higher speeds until you have developed your weight on the running board to turn to prevent track slippage. Restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. Try more as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-4 Lean...
... with the operation of the turn gets sharper or is pointed downhill, mount your snowmobile. Remember: Avoid higher speeds until you have developed your weight on the running board to turn to prevent track slippage. Restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. Try more as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-4 Lean...
Owners Manual
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...). ESU04960 8- Maintenance, replacement, or repair of devices and systems related to emissions control may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 Replace if necessary. 8-7-8-8 ∗ Valve clearance ∗ Crankcase breather system ∗ Fuel filter Check clearance. Replace if necessary. YAMAHA DEALERS ARE TRAINED AND EQUIPPED TO PERFORM THESE PARTICULAR SERVICES. IN THE FOLLOWING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS, THE SERVICES RELATED...
...). ESU04960 8- Maintenance, replacement, or repair of devices and systems related to emissions control may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 Replace if necessary. 8-7-8-8 ∗ Valve clearance ∗ Crankcase breather system ∗ Fuel filter Check clearance. Replace if necessary. YAMAHA DEALERS ARE TRAINED AND EQUIPPED TO PERFORM THESE PARTICULAR SERVICES. IN THE FOLLOWING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS, THE SERVICES RELATED...
Owners Manual
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.... (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. ∗ Repair if necessary. Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. G G G G G 8-9 ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-2 Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check and adjust engine idle speed...
.... (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. ∗ Repair if necessary. Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. G G G G G 8-9 ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-2 Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check and adjust engine idle speed...
Owners Manual
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Replace the blown fuse with one of the headlight unit. 13. 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 A, 10 A, 4 A, 3 A) 10. Connect the negative battery lead. 11. Install the headlight unit, making sure to insert the tabs on the headlight unit stay into the slots...
Replace the blown fuse with one of the headlight unit. 13. 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 A, 10 A, 4 A, 3 A) 10. Connect the negative battery lead. 11. Install the headlight unit, making sure to insert the tabs on the headlight unit stay into the slots...
Owners Manual
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... battery and jumper cables. Use the connecting leads to jump-start 1. Engine turns over but does not start the snowmobile only. G Clogged fuel line ...Clean fuel line. replace if necessary. malfunction ...Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to inspect. Two connecting leads have been provided for repair. is discharged, the engine can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ CAUTION: @ WARNING...
... battery and jumper cables. Use the connecting leads to jump-start 1. Engine turns over but does not start the snowmobile only. G Clogged fuel line ...Clean fuel line. replace if necessary. malfunction ...Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to inspect. Two connecting leads have been provided for repair. is discharged, the engine can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ CAUTION: @ WARNING...
Owners Manual
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... spark plugs ...Clean or replace the spark plugs. 3. Insufficient coolant ...Add coolant. 2. G. Drive track does not move 1. Faulty wire connections ...Check connections or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Start the engine. 9. D. Improper fuel flow ...See A.1. Snowmobile does not move ...Foreign object is pushed in the lead holders. @ C. Tight, loose, or broken drive chain ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 3. above . Malfunctioning V-belt clutch ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 8. F. Air in the drive...
... spark plugs ...Clean or replace the spark plugs. 3. Insufficient coolant ...Add coolant. 2. G. Drive track does not move 1. Faulty wire connections ...Check connections or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Start the engine. 9. D. Improper fuel flow ...See A.1. Snowmobile does not move ...Foreign object is pushed in the lead holders. @ C. Tight, loose, or broken drive chain ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 3. above . Malfunctioning V-belt clutch ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 8. F. Air in the drive...
Owners Manual
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... completely. 2. In areas where oxygenated fuel (gasohol) is running. Use Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to inhibit corrosion in a cool, dry place that is being charged. Use Yamaha Mud, Grease, and Engine Cleaner, or an equivalent product, to guard against deterioration. 1. Engine Proper storage of the battery once a month, and charge it reduces friction. 3. An alternate method is to enter the...
... completely. 2. In areas where oxygenated fuel (gasohol) is running. Use Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to inhibit corrosion in a cool, dry place that is being charged. Use Yamaha Mud, Grease, and Engine Cleaner, or an equivalent product, to guard against deterioration. 1. Engine Proper storage of the battery once a month, and charge it reduces friction. 3. An alternate method is to enter the...
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...