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.../thumb warmer adjustment switch...5-10 Covers ...5-11 Drive guard ...5-11 Storage compartment ...5-12 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 Slide runners ...6-8 Skis and ski runners ...6-9 Steering system...6-9 Lights ...6-9 Air filter ...6-10 Fittings and fasteners ...6-10 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-10 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting the engine ...7-1 Break-in ...7-2 Riding...
.../thumb warmer adjustment switch...5-10 Covers ...5-11 Drive guard ...5-11 Storage compartment ...5-12 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 Slide runners ...6-8 Skis and ski runners ...6-9 Steering system...6-9 Lights ...6-9 Air filter ...6-10 Fittings and fasteners ...6-10 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-10 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting the engine ...7-1 Break-in ...7-2 Riding...
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... Replacing the V-belt ...8-16 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-17 Checking the brake pads...8-18 Checking the parking brake pads...8-19 Checking the brake fluid level...8-19 Changing the brake fluid...8-20 Suspension...8-20 Adjusting the drive track ...8-22 Aligning the skis...8-24 Lubrication ...8-25 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-26 Adjusting the headlight beams ...8-27 Battery ...8-27 Replacing a fuse...8-28 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-1 Electric...11-2 WIRING DIAGRAM...
... Replacing the V-belt ...8-16 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-17 Checking the brake pads...8-18 Checking the parking brake pads...8-19 Checking the brake fluid level...8-19 Changing the brake fluid...8-20 Suspension...8-20 Adjusting the drive track ...8-22 Aligning the skis...8-24 Lubrication ...8-25 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-26 Adjusting the headlight beams ...8-27 Battery ...8-27 Replacing a fuse...8-28 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-1 Electric...11-2 WIRING DIAGRAM...
Owners Manual
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..., or abuse. 5. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from the original purchase date 1-1 EMISSION 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. All Models Thirty (30) months from this warranty shall include any authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer will, free of charge, repair or replace, at the time of manufacture and that the vehicle is imperative...
..., or abuse. 5. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from the original purchase date 1-1 EMISSION 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. All Models Thirty (30) months from this warranty shall include any authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer will, free of charge, repair or replace, at the time of manufacture and that the vehicle is imperative...
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... maintenance shown in the Owner's Manual? Yes, if you have the warranty extended to November 30 of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, as well as shown in the Owner's Manual, that items requiring special tools or equipment be void or canceled if I perform any specific questions on surfaces other in the Owner's and Service Manual. No. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY...
... maintenance shown in the Owner's Manual? Yes, if you have the warranty extended to November 30 of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision damages, as well as shown in the Owner's Manual, that items requiring special tools or equipment be void or canceled if I perform any specific questions on surfaces other in the Owner's and Service Manual. No. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY...
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... by the selling dealer at the dealer level, this warranty? Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to contact Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., for his setup, service and warranty repair work. In addition, each manufacturer of a motor vehicle to maintain a complete, up every new machine before sale. 2. Whom should move after you are handled at the time of purchase. This list is held responsible for...
... by the selling dealer at the dealer level, this warranty? Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to contact Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., for his setup, service and warranty repair work. In addition, each manufacturer of a motor vehicle to maintain a complete, up every new machine before sale. 2. Whom should move after you are handled at the time of purchase. This list is held responsible for...
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... OPERATOR ONLY. Never drive the snowmobile with another vehicle. 3. Such use is designed to the home position when it is reduced by law, and you must know and use on pages 6-1-6-10 before starting the engine. Passengers are prohibited. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of the operating controls and their function. Check the throttle, brake, and steering for your snowmobile...
... OPERATOR ONLY. Never drive the snowmobile with another vehicle. 3. Such use is designed to the home position when it is reduced by law, and you must know and use on pages 6-1-6-10 before starting the engine. Passengers are prohibited. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any of the operating controls and their function. Check the throttle, brake, and steering for your snowmobile...
Owners Manual
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... such as necessary. 3-3 Fuel may also make the snowmobile illegal to use. 3. Allow the engine to the snowmobile not approved by Yamaha, or the removal of time. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as ice...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. Maintenance and storage 1. Avoid operating on glare ice, or on a ride. Modifications may leak out from the fuel breather hose. 2. This snowmobile is not designed for use on its left side for an extended...
... such as necessary. 3-3 Fuel may also make the snowmobile illegal to use. 3. Allow the engine to the snowmobile not approved by Yamaha, or the removal of time. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as ice...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. Maintenance and storage 1. Avoid operating on glare ice, or on a ride. Modifications may leak out from the fuel breather hose. 2. This snowmobile is not designed for use on its left side for an extended...
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... Y Z [ \ ] _ Tail/brake light Snow flap Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip/Thumb warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Speedometer unit Engine stop switch Throttle lever Main switch "RESET" button "SELECT" button Fuel level warning indicator Oil level warning indicator Coolant temperature warning indicator Self-diagnosis warning indicator Speedometer Odometer/tripmeter/engine speed meter Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator Fuel meter indicator Knock control system "KCS" indicator light High beam indicator light Low coolant temperature indicator light Warning light Grip...
... Y Z [ \ ] _ Tail/brake light Snow flap Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip/Thumb warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Speedometer unit Engine stop switch Throttle lever Main switch "RESET" button "SELECT" button Fuel level warning indicator Oil level warning indicator Coolant temperature warning indicator Self-diagnosis warning indicator Speedometer Odometer/tripmeter/engine speed meter Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator Fuel meter indicator Knock control system "KCS" indicator light High beam indicator light Low coolant temperature indicator light Warning light Grip...
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... 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 prevent overheating. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. Be sure to prevent overheating when the engine is idling. ESU00361 Engine overheating prevention system This model is equipped with an engine overheating prevention system to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. ESU04701 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) If the throttle bodies or throttle cable malfunctions...
... 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 prevent overheating. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. Be sure to prevent overheating when the engine is idling. ESU00361 Engine overheating prevention system This model is equipped with an engine overheating prevention system to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. ESU04701 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) If the throttle bodies or throttle cable malfunctions...
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...engine speed meter only when checking the snowmobile and performing basic maintenance. not for use while riding) G warning indicators (which show self-diagnosis, coolant temperature, fuel level, and oil level warnings) G indicator lights (which show high beam, low coolant temperature, and knock control system conditions) G a warning light (which shows warnings...and engine speed meter mode "r/min". ESU05400 Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is displayed. Odometer, tripmeter, and engine speed meter modes Pushing the "SELECT" button 1 switches the display between kilometers and miles, select...
...engine speed meter only when checking the snowmobile and performing basic maintenance. not for use while riding) G warning indicators (which show self-diagnosis, coolant temperature, fuel level, and oil level warnings) G indicator lights (which show high beam, low coolant temperature, and knock control system conditions) G a warning light (which shows warnings...and engine speed meter mode "r/min". ESU05400 Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is displayed. Odometer, tripmeter, and engine speed meter modes Pushing the "SELECT" button 1 switches the display between kilometers and miles, select...
Owners Manual
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... feet outside the running boards. Please read this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of the snowmobile will start out and accelerate 1. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. Do not attempt to operate at low speeds, even if you from injury if an accident occurs. The short time spent checking the condition of the controls. Take the time to accelerate. To...
... feet outside the running boards. Please read this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of the snowmobile will start out and accelerate 1. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. Do not attempt to operate at low speeds, even if you from injury if an accident occurs. The short time spent checking the condition of the controls. Take the time to accelerate. To...
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... abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-4 Stop the engine and set the parking brake. WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are thoroughly familiar with no obstacles. As you are unable to continue up the hill, this technique, you have developed your weight on the running board to the inside of the turn the...
... abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-4 Stop the engine and set the parking brake. WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are thoroughly familiar with no obstacles. As you are unable to continue up the hill, this technique, you have developed your weight on the running board to the inside of the turn the...
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As you regain proper balance, gradually steer again in the direction you travel . As you wish to travel across the slope, lean your body to shift your body weight as needed. WARNING @ WARNING @ Use extra caution when applying the brake during a descent. Avoid accelerating, turning, and braking rapidly. It is important to apply just enough throttle to a minimum. Snow and ice are...
As you regain proper balance, gradually steer again in the direction you travel . As you wish to travel across the slope, lean your body to shift your body weight as needed. WARNING @ WARNING @ Use extra caution when applying the brake during a descent. Avoid accelerating, turning, and braking rapidly. It is important to apply just enough throttle to a minimum. Snow and ice are...
Owners Manual
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... Spark plugs Check condition. Replace if necessary. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Safety is an obligation 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 Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the owner. Replace if necessary. 8-8-8-9 ∗ Valve clearance ∗ Crankcase breather system ∗ Fuel filter Check clearance. G G 8-11 ∗ It is cold. ESU04960 8- IN THE FOLLOWING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE...
... Spark plugs Check condition. Replace if necessary. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Safety is an obligation 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 Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the owner. Replace if necessary. 8-8-8-9 ∗ Valve clearance ∗ Crankcase breather system ∗ Fuel filter Check clearance. G G 8-11 ∗ It is cold. ESU04960 8- IN THE FOLLOWING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE...
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... Engine oil ∗ Engine oil filter cartridge Fuel Engine coolant Throttle lever (handlebar side) Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Engine stop switch Drive guard V-belt Check oil level. ∗ Replace. Check for leakage. Check for cracks, bends or damage. ∗ Replace if necessary. Item Remarks Preoperation check (Daily) Initial 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) Every Seasonally or 4,000 km (2,500 mi) (200 hr) G Page ∗ Fuel line ∗ Idle speed...
... Engine oil ∗ Engine oil filter cartridge Fuel Engine coolant Throttle lever (handlebar side) Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Engine stop switch Drive guard V-belt Check oil level. ∗ Replace. Check for leakage. Check for cracks, bends or damage. ∗ Replace if necessary. Item Remarks Preoperation check (Daily) Initial 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) Every Seasonally or 4,000 km (2,500 mi) (200 hr) G Page ∗ Fuel line ∗ Idle speed...
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... km (500 mi) thereafter. G G G G G G G 6-8, 8-22-8-24 6-8 5-9, 6-6, 8-18-8-20 8-18-8-20 8-20 Brake and parking brake ∗ Disc brake installation Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Lights ∗ Battery 8-17-8-18 8-18 6-9 6-9 6-9, 8-26-8-27 8-27 Whenever operating elevation is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-3 Check condition. Replace if necessary. Item Remarks Preoperation check (Daily) Initial 1 month or 800...
... km (500 mi) thereafter. G G G G G G G 6-8, 8-22-8-24 6-8 5-9, 6-6, 8-18-8-20 8-18-8-20 8-20 Brake and parking brake ∗ Disc brake installation Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Lights ∗ Battery 8-17-8-18 8-18 6-9 6-9 6-9, 8-26-8-27 8-27 Whenever operating elevation is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-3 Check condition. Replace if necessary. Item Remarks Preoperation check (Daily) Initial 1 month or 800...
Owners Manual
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Specified fuses: 1 Main fuse: 2 Fuel injection system fuse: 3 "HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: 4 "SIG" (Signal) fuse: 5 "IGN" (Ignition) fuse: 6 Spare fuses (20 A, 7.5 A) 4. A wrong fuse could cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ CAUTION: @ Be sure to turn the main switch off and disconnect the negative battery lead to inspect the snowmobile. @ 8-28 Install the right side cover. 40 A 10 A 20 A 7.5 A 20 A NOTE: @ If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to prevent...
Specified fuses: 1 Main fuse: 2 Fuel injection system fuse: 3 "HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: 4 "SIG" (Signal) fuse: 5 "IGN" (Ignition) fuse: 6 Spare fuses (20 A, 7.5 A) 4. A wrong fuse could cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. @ CAUTION: @ Be sure to turn the main switch off and disconnect the negative battery lead to inspect the snowmobile. @ 8-28 Install the right side cover. 40 A 10 A 20 A 7.5 A 20 A NOTE: @ If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to prevent...
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... cable to bypass the T.O.R.S. 3. Engine turns over but does not start 1. malfunction ...Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. 9-1 G Worn or damaged piston and cylinder ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to the negative (-) terminal of the discharged battery. 4. Connect the other end of the booster battery. 5. replace if necessary. WARNING @ G G Connect the jumper...
... cable to bypass the T.O.R.S. 3. Engine turns over but does not start 1. malfunction ...Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. 9-1 G Worn or damaged piston and cylinder ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to the negative (-) terminal of the discharged battery. 4. Connect the other end of the booster battery. 5. replace if necessary. WARNING @ G G Connect the jumper...
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... condition of the engine, drive track, and to guard against deterioration. 1. Never connect the battery to or disconnect it from the snowmobile while it as necessary. Sparks may ignite the hydrogen gas created by the battery. Use Yamaha Mud, Grease, and Engine Cleaner, or an equivalent product, to painted surfaces. Fuel system Add Yamaha Fuel Stabilizer and Conditioner, or an equivalent stabilizer, to the fuel tank to help prevent fuel...
... condition of the engine, drive track, and to guard against deterioration. 1. Never connect the battery to or disconnect it from the snowmobile while it as necessary. Sparks may ignite the hydrogen gas created by the battery. Use Yamaha Mud, Grease, and Engine Cleaner, or an equivalent product, to painted surfaces. Fuel system Add Yamaha Fuel Stabilizer and Conditioner, or an equivalent stabilizer, to the fuel tank to help prevent fuel...
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.../regulator Main switch Main fuse Fuel injection system fuse Starter relay Starter motor Red (+) battery lead Battery Black (-) battery lead Diode Engine stop switch Throttle switch Engine control unit Oil pressure switch Thumb warmer Grip warmer Engine ground Ignition coil Spark plug Fuel injection relay Injector Fuel pump Throttle position sensor Speed sensor Camshaft sensor Intake air pressure sensor 1 Intake air pressure sensor 2 Knock sensor Thermo unit Air temperature sensor Grip/Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground Brake light switch Tail/brake light Fuel sender Oil level switch...
.../regulator Main switch Main fuse Fuel injection system fuse Starter relay Starter motor Red (+) battery lead Battery Black (-) battery lead Diode Engine stop switch Throttle switch Engine control unit Oil pressure switch Thumb warmer Grip warmer Engine ground Ignition coil Spark plug Fuel injection relay Injector Fuel pump Throttle position sensor Speed sensor Camshaft sensor Intake air pressure sensor 1 Intake air pressure sensor 2 Knock sensor Thermo unit Air temperature sensor Grip/Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground Brake light switch Tail/brake light Fuel sender Oil level switch...