Owners Manual
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... ...14 Oil level warning indicator ...15 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...15 Self-diagnosis device ...15 Drive select switch ...16 Engine stop switch ...16 Headlight beam switch "LIGHTS" ...17 Grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch ...17 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...17 Brake lever ...18 Parking brake lever ...18 Shroud latches (PZ50VT) ...18 Shroud and covers ...19 Drive guard ...20 V-belt holder (PZ50VT) ...20 Passenger grip warmer switch (PZ50VT) ...21 Backrest (PZ50VT) ...Storage pouch ...Rear carrier (PZ50VT) ...Fuel ...Suspension...
... ...14 Oil level warning indicator ...15 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...15 Self-diagnosis device ...15 Drive select switch ...16 Engine stop switch ...16 Headlight beam switch "LIGHTS" ...17 Grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch ...17 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...17 Brake lever ...18 Parking brake lever ...18 Shroud latches (PZ50VT) ...18 Shroud and covers ...19 Drive guard ...20 V-belt holder (PZ50VT) ...20 Passenger grip warmer switch (PZ50VT) ...21 Backrest (PZ50VT) ...Storage pouch ...Rear carrier (PZ50VT) ...Fuel ...Suspension...
Owners Manual
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... use is running . Become familiar with the parking brake applied. Such use the following . it returns to stand behind the snowmobile when starting the engine. Read the Owner's Manual and all of the following for use on page 31 before operating this snowmobile. Handle fuel with another vehicle. When you ride your safety. This may result if you ignore any control or...
... use is running . Become familiar with the parking brake applied. Such use the following . it returns to stand behind the snowmobile when starting the engine. Read the Owner's Manual and all of the following for use on page 31 before operating this snowmobile. Handle fuel with another vehicle. When you ride your safety. This may result if you ignore any control or...
Owners Manual
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Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) 11. Low coolant temperature indicator light 27. Brake lever 2. Parking brake lever 3. Headlight beam switch 5. Shroud latch (PZ50VT) 9. Fuel level warning indicator 14. Coolant temperature warning indicator 16. Odometer/tripmeter/engine speed meter 19. Drive select switch 24. Engine stop switch 7. Throttle lever 8. Reverse "R" indicator light 23. Grip warmer indicator 29. "RESET" button 12. Speedometer 18. Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator 20. Warning light 28. Thumb warmer indicator...
Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) 11. Low coolant temperature indicator light 27. Brake lever 2. Parking brake lever 3. Headlight beam switch 5. Shroud latch (PZ50VT) 9. Fuel level warning indicator 14. Coolant temperature warning indicator 16. Odometer/tripmeter/engine speed meter 19. Drive select switch 24. Engine stop switch 7. Throttle lever 8. Reverse "R" indicator light 23. Grip warmer indicator 29. "RESET" button 12. Speedometer 18. Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator 20. Warning light 28. Thumb warmer indicator...
Owners Manual
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... the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically stops to idle when it stops. Regulate the speed of the drive system. the throttle is running cleanly, squeezing the throttle lever will return to prevent overheating. The starter motor cranks the engine. Because Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) EWS00040 WARNING G If the T.O.R.S. is switched off. Throttle lever EWS00030 1. Control functions ESU10291 Main switch The main switch controls the ignition and lighting systems...
... the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically stops to idle when it stops. Regulate the speed of the drive system. the throttle is running cleanly, squeezing the throttle lever will return to prevent overheating. The starter motor cranks the engine. Because Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) EWS00040 WARNING G If the T.O.R.S. is switched off. Throttle lever EWS00030 1. Control functions ESU10291 Main switch The main switch controls the ignition and lighting systems...
Owners Manual
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... for the clutch engagement speed.) Idling / starting 1. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. Throttle switch (on) Trouble Run Run Idling / starting Throttle switch Throttle position sensor Engine Off Closed Running On Open Trouble Off Open T.O.R.S. will flash in the meter display. is designed to override the fuel injection and limit the engine speed to less than the clutch engagement speed if the throttle valves fail to return to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. Throttle position sensor (throttle valve open position) 2. The T.O.R.S. Control functions...
... for the clutch engagement speed.) Idling / starting 1. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. Throttle switch (on) Trouble Run Run Idling / starting Throttle switch Throttle position sensor Engine Off Closed Running On Open Trouble Off Open T.O.R.S. will flash in the meter display. is designed to override the fuel injection and limit the engine speed to less than the clutch engagement speed if the throttle valves fail to return to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. Throttle position sensor (throttle valve open position) 2. The T.O.R.S. Control functions...
Owners Manual
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... under the air filter element. • If necessary, brush off the snow. EWS00190 WARNING If any item in master cylinder. • If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level. • Check vehicle for oil leakage. • Check coolant level. • Add if necessary. • Check for wear and damage. • Replace if necessary. • Make sure that drive guard is tightened...
... under the air filter element. • If necessary, brush off the snow. EWS00190 WARNING If any item in master cylinder. • If necessary, add recommended brake fluid to specified level. • Check vehicle for oil leakage. • Check coolant level. • Add if necessary. • Check for wear and damage. • Replace if necessary. • Make sure that drive guard is tightened...
Owners Manual
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... start , release the switch, wait a few seconds, then try again. For this period, prolonged fullthrottle operation or any condition that the parking brake is brand new, do not put an excessive load on any one attempt. Turn the main switch to the correct operating clearances. The various parts in engine overheating must be as short as possible to check the "SAFETY...
... start , release the switch, wait a few seconds, then try again. For this period, prolonged fullthrottle operation or any condition that the parking brake is brand new, do not put an excessive load on any one attempt. Turn the main switch to the correct operating clearances. The various parts in engine overheating must be as short as possible to check the "SAFETY...
Owners Manual
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... more difficult terrain. Also, read the Snowmobiler's Safety Handbook that this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of obstacles and other traffic. You should select a large flat area to begin riding your snowmobile requires skills acquired through practice over a period of its controls. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. EWS00210 WARNING The operator should occur during the...
... more difficult terrain. Also, read the Snowmobiler's Safety Handbook that this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of obstacles and other traffic. You should select a large flat area to begin riding your snowmobile requires skills acquired through practice over a period of its controls. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. EWS00210 WARNING The operator should occur during the...
Owners Manual
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... drive track to lose traction, reduce control, and increase the possibility of the turn and lean your weight on the throttle or steer to the outside of the snowmobile around to point the snowmobile back down as the turn gets sharper or is pointed downhill, mount...throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much longer stopping distances. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. Remember: Avoid higher speeds until you are unable to tip. If you reach the crest of the hill, and be prepared to react to keep your skill. Then pull the rear of the turn...
... drive track to lose traction, reduce control, and increase the possibility of the turn and lean your weight on the throttle or steer to the outside of the snowmobile around to point the snowmobile back down as the turn gets sharper or is pointed downhill, mount...throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much longer stopping distances. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. Remember: Avoid higher speeds until you are unable to tip. If you reach the crest of the hill, and be prepared to react to keep your skill. Then pull the rear of the turn...
Owners Manual
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... TO ENSURE CLEANER AIR, BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER ENGINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE. ESU11460 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE Spark plugs Valve clearance Crankcase breather system Fuel filter Fuel line Idle speed Fuel injection • Check condition. • Adjust...
... TO ENSURE CLEANER AIR, BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER ENGINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE. ESU11460 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE Spark plugs Valve clearance Crankcase breather system Fuel filter Fuel line Idle speed Fuel injection • Check condition. • Adjust...
Owners Manual
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... used oil. Oil filler cap 7. Make sure that no foreign material enters the engine oil tank. 7. To change the engine oil (without oil filter cartridge replacement) 1. Oil level gauge coupler 2. Disconnect the oil level gauge coupler. 1. Remove the oil filler cap and drain bolt to collect the used oil. 54 Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank) 8. Connect the oil level gauge coupler. 9. Place the snowmobile on a level surface, and apply the parking brake. 2. Right lower cover 5. 6. Periodic maintenance G G Use only 4-stroke engine oil. Insert...
... used oil. Oil filler cap 7. Make sure that no foreign material enters the engine oil tank. 7. To change the engine oil (without oil filter cartridge replacement) 1. Oil level gauge coupler 2. Disconnect the oil level gauge coupler. 1. Remove the oil filler cap and drain bolt to collect the used oil. 54 Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank) 8. Connect the oil level gauge coupler. 9. Place the snowmobile on a level surface, and apply the parking brake. 2. Right lower cover 5. 6. Periodic maintenance G G Use only 4-stroke engine oil. Insert...
Owners Manual
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... shield your eyes when working near batteries. Keep in mind that the battery tends to add distilled water. Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. away. Remove the right side cover. (See page 45 for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. Replace the blown fuse with electrical accessories. 69 Periodic maintenance ESU12280 EWS00540 Adjusting the headlight beams Turn the headlight beam adjusting screws in or...
... shield your eyes when working near batteries. Keep in mind that the battery tends to add distilled water. Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. away. Remove the right side cover. (See page 45 for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. Replace the blown fuse with electrical accessories. 69 Periodic maintenance ESU12280 EWS00540 Adjusting the headlight beams Turn the headlight beam adjusting screws in or...
Owners Manual
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...maintenance Specified fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A "HEAD" (headlight) fuse: 20.0 A "SIG" (signal) fuse: 7.5 A "DC TERM" (auxiliary DC jack) fuse: 3.0 A "IGN" (ignition) fuse: 20.0 A "FAN" (radiator fan motor) fuse: 15.0 A "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse: 4.0 A Spare fuses: 20.0 A, 15.0 A, 7.5 A, 4.0 A, 3.0 A 4. 5. Connect the negative battery lead. Install the right side cover. 1. "HEAD" (headlight) fuse "SIG" (signal) fuse "DC TERM" (auxiliary DC jack) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse...
...maintenance Specified fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A "HEAD" (headlight) fuse: 20.0 A "SIG" (signal) fuse: 7.5 A "DC TERM" (auxiliary DC jack) fuse: 3.0 A "IGN" (ignition) fuse: 20.0 A "FAN" (radiator fan motor) fuse: 15.0 A "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse: 4.0 A Spare fuses: 20.0 A, 15.0 A, 7.5 A, 4.0 A, 3.0 A 4. 5. Connect the negative battery lead. Install the right side cover. 1. "HEAD" (headlight) fuse "SIG" (signal) fuse "DC TERM" (auxiliary DC jack) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse...
Owners Manual
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... T.O.R.S. malfunction: Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery. in tank: Supply fuel. Do not connect them to a Yamaha dealer immediately for removal procedures.) Connect the red (+) jumper cable to the off position. Troubleshooting ESU12392 G Engine turns over but does not start 1. Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to the positive...
... T.O.R.S. malfunction: Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery. in tank: Supply fuel. Do not connect them to a Yamaha dealer immediately for removal procedures.) Connect the red (+) jumper cable to the off position. Troubleshooting ESU12392 G Engine turns over but does not start 1. Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to the positive...
Owners Manual
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... or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. V-belt slips or becomes extremely hot 1. 2. Malfunctioning V-belt clutch: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Incorrect V-belt clutch offset: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. V-belt twists 1. 2. 3. Engine does not upshift or downshift properly or engages harshly 1. 2. Troubleshooting Snowmobile does not move : Foreign object is caught in drive chain and sprockets 1. 2. 3. 4. Improper V-belt: Replace with flat spots: Replace. Problem with the driveline...
... or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. V-belt slips or becomes extremely hot 1. 2. Malfunctioning V-belt clutch: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Incorrect V-belt clutch offset: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. V-belt twists 1. 2. 3. Engine does not upshift or downshift properly or engages harshly 1. 2. Troubleshooting Snowmobile does not move : Foreign object is caught in drive chain and sprockets 1. 2. 3. 4. Improper V-belt: Replace with flat spots: Replace. Problem with the driveline...
Owners Manual
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....5-17.5 mm (0.57-0.69 in) Engine: Type: Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC Cylinder arrangement: Backward-inclined parallel 2-cylinder Displacement: 499.0 cm³ Bore × stroke: 77.0 × 53.6 mm (3.03 × 2.11 in) Idling speed: 1700-1900 r/min Engine oil: Recommended grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA Type: SAE 0W-30 Fuel injection: Model × quantity: TSK43 ×...
....5-17.5 mm (0.57-0.69 in) Engine: Type: Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC Cylinder arrangement: Backward-inclined parallel 2-cylinder Displacement: 499.0 cm³ Bore × stroke: 77.0 × 53.6 mm (3.03 × 2.11 in) Idling speed: 1700-1900 r/min Engine oil: Recommended grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA Type: SAE 0W-30 Fuel injection: Model × quantity: TSK43 ×...
Owners Manual
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...) Battery: Model: YTX14-BS Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 12.0 Ah Ten-hour rate amperage: 1.2 A Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: Headlight: 12 V, 60/55 W × 2 Headlight bulb type: Halogen bulb Tail/brake light: LED Meter lighting: LED High beam indicator light: LED Coolant temperature indicator light: LED Warning light: LED Low coolant temperature indicator light: LED Knock control system indicator light: LED Drive position indicator light: LED Reverse position indicator light: LED Electrical system: Ignition system: T.C.I. Specifications Engagement speed (Subject to change according...
...) Battery: Model: YTX14-BS Voltage, capacity: 12 V, 12.0 Ah Ten-hour rate amperage: 1.2 A Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: Headlight: 12 V, 60/55 W × 2 Headlight bulb type: Halogen bulb Tail/brake light: LED Meter lighting: LED High beam indicator light: LED Coolant temperature indicator light: LED Warning light: LED Low coolant temperature indicator light: LED Knock control system indicator light: LED Drive position indicator light: LED Reverse position indicator light: LED Electrical system: Ignition system: T.C.I. Specifications Engagement speed (Subject to change according...
Owners Manual
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.... Failures other than those resulting from the date of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. All parts replaced under this warranty shall include any authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer will be to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. Installation of parts or accessories that time for the period of proper maintenance are warranted against abnormal wear for a term of...
.... Failures other than those resulting from the date of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. All parts replaced under this warranty shall include any authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer will be to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. Installation of parts or accessories that time for the period of proper maintenance are warranted against abnormal wear for a term of...
Owners Manual
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... list of a safety-related defect and recall. What responsibility does my dealer have purchased your new snowmobile, please advise us of your new address by the selling dealer at the time of sale, and upon your request at the time of your machine requires warranty service, you . If you have under this warranty? WARRANTY DEPARTMENT P.O. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. A. Each Yamaha snowmobile dealer...
... list of a safety-related defect and recall. What responsibility does my dealer have purchased your new snowmobile, please advise us of your new address by the selling dealer at the time of sale, and upon your request at the time of your machine requires warranty service, you . If you have under this warranty? WARRANTY DEPARTMENT P.O. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. A. Each Yamaha snowmobile dealer...
Owners Manual
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... A Air filter, checking...51 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...17 B Backrest (PZ50VT)...21 Battery...69 Brake and parking brake ...60 Brake lever ...18 Break-in...33 C Control rods, adjusting (PZ50VT)...29 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...15 Cooling system...56 D Drive and reverse indicator lights...13 Drive chain housing...59 Drive guard...20 Drive select switch ...16 Drive track and slide runners ...64 Drive track, high-profile pattern ...67 Drive track life, maximizing ...37 Driving ...38 E Engine idling speed...
... A Air filter, checking...51 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...17 B Backrest (PZ50VT)...21 Battery...69 Brake and parking brake ...60 Brake lever ...18 Break-in...33 C Control rods, adjusting (PZ50VT)...29 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...15 Cooling system...56 D Drive and reverse indicator lights...13 Drive chain housing...59 Drive guard...20 Drive select switch ...16 Drive track and slide runners ...64 Drive track, high-profile pattern ...67 Drive track life, maximizing ...37 Driving ...38 E Engine idling speed...