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... force remote adjustment dial ...5-12 Storage compartment ...5-12 Rear carrier ...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 ...6-9 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...
... force remote adjustment dial ...5-12 Storage compartment ...5-12 Rear carrier ...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 ...6-9 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...
Owners Manual
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... the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-16 Checking the brake pads...8-18 Checking the parking brake pads...8-18 Checking the brake fluid level...8-19 Changing the brake fluid...8-19 Suspension...8-19 Adjusting the drive track ...8-31 Aligning the skis...8-33 Adjusting the handlebar...8-33 Lubrication ...8-35 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-36 Adjusting the headlight beam ...8-36 Battery ...8-37 Replacing a fuse...8-37 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-4 WIRING DIAGRAM ...12...
... the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-16 Checking the brake pads...8-18 Checking the parking brake pads...8-18 Checking the brake fluid level...8-19 Changing the brake fluid...8-19 Suspension...8-19 Adjusting the drive track ...8-31 Aligning the skis...8-33 Adjusting the handlebar...8-33 Lubrication ...8-35 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-36 Adjusting the headlight beam ...8-36 Battery ...8-37 Replacing a fuse...8-37 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-4 WIRING DIAGRAM ...12...
Owners Manual
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... failures to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. Operation on surfaces other than snow or ice. 3. Operate and maintain the snowmobile as a result of owner abuse and/or lack of the snowmobile's warranty period. WARRANTY TRANSFER: To transfer any remaining warranty from the factory. SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY 2. Abnormal strain, neglect, or abuse. 5. Lack...
... failures to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. Operation on surfaces other than snow or ice. 3. Operate and maintain the snowmobile as a result of owner abuse and/or lack of the snowmobile's warranty period. WARRANTY TRANSFER: To transfer any remaining warranty from the factory. SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY 2. Abnormal strain, neglect, or abuse. 5. Lack...
Owners Manual
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... shown in the Owner's and Service Manual. Q. These terms are some examples of oil, hitting an object submerged under warranty such service is the clutch not covered by operation or maintenance other than as oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, and slide runners. If you are my responsibility during the warranty period? Q. No. All new Yamaha snowmobiles purchased between June 1 and December 1. Specific examples include: Running the machine out...
... shown in the Owner's and Service Manual. Q. These terms are some examples of oil, hitting an object submerged under warranty such service is the clutch not covered by operation or maintenance other than as oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, and slide runners. If you are my responsibility during the warranty period? Q. No. All new Yamaha snowmobiles purchased between June 1 and December 1. Specific examples include: Running the machine out...
Owners Manual
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... with federal law. be sure to contact Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., for his setup, service and warranty repair work. by sending a postcard listing your snowmobile model name, engine serial number, dealer number (or dealer's name) as it to your satisfaction at the time of sale, and upon your request at the time of your warranty identification card or other valid proof of the...
... with federal law. be sure to contact Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., for his setup, service and warranty repair work. by sending a postcard listing your snowmobile model name, engine serial number, dealer number (or dealer's name) as it to your satisfaction at the time of sale, and upon your request at the time of your warranty identification card or other valid proof of the...
Owners Manual
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... may result if you ignore any control or function you do not understand. 2. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of alcohol or drugs. 5. SAFETY INFORMATION When you ride your safety. This snowmobile was not manufactured for proper operation every time before starting the engine. For safety and proper care of control. 4. Check the throttle, brake, and steering for use the following . Do not...
... may result if you ignore any control or function you do not understand. 2. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of alcohol or drugs. 5. SAFETY INFORMATION When you ride your safety. This snowmobile was not manufactured for proper operation every time before starting the engine. For safety and proper care of control. 4. Check the throttle, brake, and steering for use the following . Do not...
Owners Manual
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... present such as hot water and space heaters, an open flame, sparks, clothes dryers, and the like. Avoid operating on glare ice, or on dirt, sand, grass, rocks, or bare pavement may damage the snowmobile. 4. Modifications may leak out from the fuel breather hose. 2. Allow the engine to be stored for use . 3. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels...
... present such as hot water and space heaters, an open flame, sparks, clothes dryers, and the like. Avoid operating on glare ice, or on dirt, sand, grass, rocks, or bare pavement may damage the snowmobile. 4. Modifications may leak out from the fuel breather hose. 2. Allow the engine to be stored for use . 3. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels...
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... remote adjustment dial (RS90R/RS90GT/RSG90/RSG90GT) Drive track Skis Headlights Shroud Strap (RS90M/RS90MS) Tail/brake lights Snow flap Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever M Shift lever (RS90R/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) N Shroud latch O Main switch P Auxiliary DC jack (RS90GT/RSG90GT) Q Starter lever R Tachometer S Low coolant temperature indicator light T High beam indicator light U Warning light V Self-diagnosis warning indicator W Coolant temperature warning indicator X Fuel...
... remote adjustment dial (RS90R/RS90GT/RSG90/RSG90GT) Drive track Skis Headlights Shroud Strap (RS90M/RS90MS) Tail/brake lights Snow flap Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever M Shift lever (RS90R/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) N Shroud latch O Main switch P Auxiliary DC jack (RS90GT/RSG90GT) Q Starter lever R Tachometer S Low coolant temperature indicator light T High beam indicator light U Warning light V Self-diagnosis warning indicator W Coolant temperature warning indicator X Fuel...
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...;F), the engine automatically shuts off . 5-2 NOTE: @ Refer the "Starting the engine" section for proper operation before starting the engine. @ ESU00361 Engine overheating prevention system This model is equipped with an engine overheating prevention system to prevent overheating when the engine is idling. WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation. @ ESU00022 Throttle lever Once the engine is running cleanly, squeezing a the throttle lever 1 will return to prevent overheating. Warming up a cold engine. 1 2 3 4 Starter lever...
...;F), the engine automatically shuts off . 5-2 NOTE: @ Refer the "Starting the engine" section for proper operation before starting the engine. @ ESU00361 Engine overheating prevention system This model is equipped with an engine overheating prevention system to prevent overheating when the engine is idling. WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation. @ ESU00022 Throttle lever Once the engine is running cleanly, squeezing a the throttle lever 1 will return to prevent overheating. Warming up a cold engine. 1 2 3 4 Starter lever...
Owners Manual
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...-diagnostic system This model is displayed during operation, there may be some problem with a self-diagnostic system for various electrical circuits. Then, check that the wire harness couplers in the engine compartment are defective, the warning light 1 and the self-diagnosis warning indicator 2 will flash, and then an error code (e.g., 16 and 81) 3 will flash slowly in the coolant reservoir. (See...
...-diagnostic system This model is displayed during operation, there may be some problem with a self-diagnostic system for various electrical circuits. Then, check that the wire harness couplers in the engine compartment are defective, the warning light 1 and the self-diagnosis warning indicator 2 will flash, and then an error code (e.g., 16 and 81) 3 will flash slowly in the coolant reservoir. (See...
Owners Manual
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... your body and clothing away from rotating parts when servicing with the V-belt or drive guard removed. WARNING @ G G @ Make sure that the V-belt is tightened securely before operating the snowmobile. CAUTION: @ Make sure that the drive guard is installed securely in the holders. @ 5-11 Never run the engine with the shroud open. When closing the shroud, slowly lower it to cover the V-belt clutch and V-belt...
... your body and clothing away from rotating parts when servicing with the V-belt or drive guard removed. WARNING @ G G @ Make sure that the V-belt is tightened securely before operating the snowmobile. CAUTION: @ Make sure that the drive guard is installed securely in the holders. @ 5-11 Never run the engine with the shroud open. When closing the shroud, slowly lower it to cover the V-belt clutch and V-belt...
Owners Manual
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.... Pay particular attention to start the engine. Set the parking brake and follow the instructions on pages 7-1-7-2 to the safety information on your snowmobile. Once the engine has warmed up, you will start out and accelerate 1. The V-belt clutch will be a very enjoyable activity, providing you ride, always perform the preoperation checks listed on the handlebar. WARNING Learning to help protect...
.... Pay particular attention to start the engine. Set the parking brake and follow the instructions on pages 7-1-7-2 to the safety information on your snowmobile. Once the engine has warmed up, you will start out and accelerate 1. The V-belt clutch will be a very enjoyable activity, providing you ride, always perform the preoperation checks listed on the handlebar. WARNING Learning to help protect...
Owners Manual
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..., on steeper inclines, standing on the running board to the inside of the turn and lean your upper body into the turn gets sharper or is pointed downhill, mount your weight on the other vehicles or people which may cause the snowmobile to tip. Restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are...
..., on steeper inclines, standing on the running board to the inside of the turn and lean your upper body into the turn gets sharper or is pointed downhill, mount your weight on the other vehicles or people which may cause the snowmobile to tip. Restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are...
Owners Manual
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... on the seat and the foot of control. @ If you are an ever-present danger. @ Traversing slopes is going to kneel with light pressure. As you to tip, steer down the hill. downhill leg on ice or icy surfaces can be prepared for you travel . If this happens, steer in the direction of your body weight as needed...
... on the seat and the foot of control. @ If you are an ever-present danger. @ Traversing slopes is going to kneel with light pressure. As you to tip, steer down the hill. downhill leg on ice or icy surfaces can be prepared for you travel . If this happens, steer in the direction of your body weight as needed...
Owners Manual
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... items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 Replace if necessary. WARNING @ If you . @ PROPER PERIODIC MAINTENANCE OF YOUR SNOWMOBILE IS IMPORTANT IN ORDER TO ENJOY LONG, PLEASURABLE SERVICE. Check condition. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the owner. ESU04970 Periodic maintenance chart for cracks or damage. Replace if necessary. 8-5-8-6 ∗ Valve clearance ∗ Crankcase breather system ∗ Fuel filter Check clearance. Check breather hose for the emission control system CD...
... items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 Replace if necessary. WARNING @ If you . @ PROPER PERIODIC MAINTENANCE OF YOUR SNOWMOBILE IS IMPORTANT IN ORDER TO ENJOY LONG, PLEASURABLE SERVICE. Check condition. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the owner. ESU04970 Periodic maintenance chart for cracks or damage. Replace if necessary. 8-5-8-6 ∗ Valve clearance ∗ Crankcase breather system ∗ Fuel filter Check clearance. Check breather hose for the emission control system CD...
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...) (40 hr) G G Every Seasonally or 4,000 km (2,500 mi) (200 hr) G Page Engine oil ∗ Engine oil filter cartridge Fuel Engine coolant Throttle lever (carburetor side) Throttle lever (handlebar side) Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Engine stop switch Check oil level. ∗ Replace. G G 8-7 ∗ Carburetors Whenever operating condition (elevation/temperature) is changed. Replace if necessary. Replace. Check and adjust engine idle speed. E_8gg.book Page 2 Thursday, March 16, 2006 4:23 PM Item Remarks Preoperation...
...) (40 hr) G G Every Seasonally or 4,000 km (2,500 mi) (200 hr) G Page Engine oil ∗ Engine oil filter cartridge Fuel Engine coolant Throttle lever (carburetor side) Throttle lever (handlebar side) Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Engine stop switch Check oil level. ∗ Replace. G G 8-7 ∗ Carburetors Whenever operating condition (elevation/temperature) is changed. Replace if necessary. Replace. Check and adjust engine idle speed. E_8gg.book Page 2 Thursday, March 16, 2006 4:23 PM Item Remarks Preoperation...
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E_8gg.book Page 39 Thursday, March 16, 2006 4:23 PM 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 8-39
E_8gg.book Page 39 Thursday, March 16, 2006 4:23 PM 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 8-39
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... inspect. replace if necessary. is discharged, the engine can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ 9-1 Two connecting leads have been provided for repair. @ 3. G Faulty ignition system ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to combustion chamber G No fuel in the case of the snowmobile. Compression Insufficient G Loose cylinder head nuts ...Tighten nuts properly. Starting the engine with carbon or are dirty with a discharged battery If...
... inspect. replace if necessary. is discharged, the engine can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ 9-1 Two connecting leads have been provided for repair. @ 3. G Faulty ignition system ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to combustion chamber G No fuel in the case of the snowmobile. Compression Insufficient G Loose cylinder head nuts ...Tighten nuts properly. Starting the engine with carbon or are dirty with a discharged battery If...
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... can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ C. D. Engine stop switch is low 1. Insufficient coolant ...Add coolant. 2. If the terminals are seated securely in cooling system ...Bleed air or ask a Yamaha dealer to expel excess fuel. Faulty wire connections ...Check connections or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 4. "Hydrostatic lock" occurs when fuel has filled the cylinders when the vehicle has been transported...Remove the spark plugs and turn the engine over...
... can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ C. D. Engine stop switch is low 1. Insufficient coolant ...Add coolant. 2. If the terminals are seated securely in cooling system ...Bleed air or ask a Yamaha dealer to expel excess fuel. Faulty wire connections ...Check connections or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 4. "Hydrostatic lock" occurs when fuel has filled the cylinders when the vehicle has been transported...Remove the spark plugs and turn the engine over...
Owners Manual
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...Q R S 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/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) Gear position switch (RS90R/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) Brake light switch Tail/brake light Speed sensor COLOR CODE B ...Black Br ...Brown...
...Q R S 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/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) Gear position switch (RS90R/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) Brake light switch Tail/brake light Speed sensor COLOR CODE B ...Black Br ...Brown...