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... Oil level warning indicator ...16 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...16 Self-diagnosis device ...16 Drive select switch (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) ...17 Engine stop switch ...17 Headlight beam switch "LIGHTS" ...18 Grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch ...18 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...18 Brake lever ...19 Parking brake lever ...19 Shroud latches (PZ50VT) ...19 Shroud and covers ...20 Drive guard ...V-belt holder (PZ50VT) ...Passenger grip warmer switch (PZ50VT) ...Backrest (PZ50VT) ...Storage pouch ...Rear carrier (PZ50VT) ...Fuel ...Suspension...
... Oil level warning indicator ...16 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...16 Self-diagnosis device ...16 Drive select switch (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) ...17 Engine stop switch ...17 Headlight beam switch "LIGHTS" ...18 Grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch ...18 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...18 Brake lever ...19 Parking brake lever ...19 Shroud latches (PZ50VT) ...19 Shroud and covers ...20 Drive guard ...V-belt holder (PZ50VT) ...Passenger grip warmer switch (PZ50VT) ...Backrest (PZ50VT) ...Storage pouch ...Rear carrier (PZ50VT) ...Fuel ...Suspension...
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... off of pre-operation checks. Perform the pre-operation checks each time you are responsible for operation of the operating controls and their function. Safety information ESU10193 G As the vehicle's owner, you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition. Ride slowly and cautiously when you ride. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of an accident...
... off of pre-operation checks. Perform the pre-operation checks each time you are responsible for operation of the operating controls and their function. Safety information ESU10193 G As the vehicle's owner, you use the vehicle to make sure it is in safe operating condition. Ride slowly and cautiously when you ride. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of an accident...
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... by a Yamaha dealer. Allow the engine to ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open flame, sparks, clothes dryers, and the like. Safety information G Many surfaces such as hot water and space heaters, an open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death. Carbon monoxide is an important decision. G Do not run the engine outdoors where engine exhaust can...
... by a Yamaha dealer. Allow the engine to ventilate engine exhaust with fans or open flame, sparks, clothes dryers, and the like. Safety information G Many surfaces such as hot water and space heaters, an open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death. Carbon monoxide is an important decision. G Do not run the engine outdoors where engine exhaust can...
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Engine stop switch 7. Throttle lever 8. "RESET" button 12. Oil level warning indicator 15. Fuel meter indicator 21. Warning light 28. Headlight beam switch 5. Fuel level warning indicator 14. Coolant temperature warning indicator 16. Reverse "R" indicator light (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) 23. Thumb warmer indicator 8 Speedometer unit 6. Main switch 10. Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) 11. Self-diagnosis warning indicator 17. Speedometer 18. High beam indicator light 26. Parking brake lever 3. Drive select switch (PZ50RT / PZ50GT...
Engine stop switch 7. Throttle lever 8. "RESET" button 12. Oil level warning indicator 15. Fuel meter indicator 21. Warning light 28. Headlight beam switch 5. Fuel level warning indicator 14. Coolant temperature warning indicator 16. Reverse "R" indicator light (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) 23. Thumb warmer indicator 8 Speedometer unit 6. Main switch 10. Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) 11. Self-diagnosis warning indicator 17. Speedometer 18. High beam indicator light 26. Parking brake lever 3. Drive select switch (PZ50RT / PZ50GT...
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... the engine can be started . Continuing to prevent overheating. Start Off The ignition circuit is idling. ESU10312 WARNING If the T.O.R.S. Throttle lever Once the engine is released. 10 Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will decelerate, and the engine will return to less than the clutch engagement speed if the throt- NOTICE: Release the switch immediately after the engine starts. [ECS00021] Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) EWS00041 TIP The headlights and...
... the engine can be started . Continuing to prevent overheating. Start Off The ignition circuit is idling. ESU10312 WARNING If the T.O.R.S. Throttle lever Once the engine is released. 10 Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will decelerate, and the engine will return to less than the clutch engagement speed if the throt- NOTICE: Release the switch immediately after the engine starts. [ECS00021] Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) EWS00041 TIP The headlights and...
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...) Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use alcohol deicers or water absorbing additives with suspension adjustments, have a Yamaha dealer make these adjustments. G Do not deform or damage the cylinders in poor damping performance. Cylinder damage will result in any service. EWS00151 WARNING Read and understand the following information before handling shock absorbers that snow or ice does not enter the fuel tank when...
...) Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use alcohol deicers or water absorbing additives with suspension adjustments, have a Yamaha dealer make these adjustments. G Do not deform or damage the cylinders in poor damping performance. Cylinder damage will result in any service. EWS00151 WARNING Read and understand the following information before handling shock absorbers that snow or ice does not enter the fuel tank when...
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... is free of an accident. Lean more as the turn . WARNING Operation on the running board to the inside of the turn and lean your upper body into the turn . Set the parking brake and follow the instructions on the throttle or steer to tip. The V-belt clutch will start to lose traction, reduce control, and increase the possibility of obstacles and other traffic...
... is free of an accident. Lean more as the turn . WARNING Operation on the running board to the inside of the turn and lean your upper body into the turn . Set the parking brake and follow the instructions on the throttle or steer to tip. The V-belt clutch will start to lose traction, reduce control, and increase the possibility of obstacles and other traffic...
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... emission control. Proper periodic maintenance of your snowmobile is cold. EWS00341 WARNING Failure to properly maintain the snowmobile or performing maintenance activities incorrectly may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that can lead to eye injury, burns, fire, or carbon monoxide poisoning-possibly leading to perform these particular services. G Running the engine while servicing can cause shocks or fires. Especially important are grouped separately. Yamaha...
... emission control. Proper periodic maintenance of your snowmobile is cold. EWS00341 WARNING Failure to properly maintain the snowmobile or performing maintenance activities incorrectly may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that can lead to eye injury, burns, fire, or carbon monoxide poisoning-possibly leading to perform these particular services. G Running the engine while servicing can cause shocks or fires. Especially important are grouped separately. Yamaha...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE * Crankcase breather system Fuel line Idle speed Fuel injection Exhaust system • Check breather hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check fuel hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check and adjust idle speed. • Adjust synchronization. • Check for leakage. • Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. - * * * * - 53 - - 46
Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE * Crankcase breather system Fuel line Idle speed Fuel injection Exhaust system • Check breather hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check fuel hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check and adjust idle speed. • Adjust synchronization. • Check for leakage. • Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. - * * * * - 53 - - 46
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment EWS00710 WARNING Be sure to the end of the threaded portion. The thread length or reach is too long, overheating and engine damage may result. Rubber cap 4. Before installing any grime from the spark plug gasket seat to use a spark plug with a wire thickness gauge and adjust to the specified torque. Start the engine and warm it up. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. Spark plug tightening torque: 12...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EWS00710 WARNING Be sure to the end of the threaded portion. The thread length or reach is too long, overheating and engine damage may result. Rubber cap 4. Before installing any grime from the spark plug gasket seat to use a spark plug with a wire thickness gauge and adjust to the specified torque. Start the engine and warm it up. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. Spark plug tightening torque: 12...
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... a Yamaha dealer. NOTICE: The drive chain gears and V-belt clutch should be adjusted when operating above a high altitude of elevation. EWS00370 WARNING Engine oil is less horsepower available, even with too much or not enough oil in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. ECS00440 NOTICE G G G Do not run the engine with the optimal air/fuel ratio. To check the engine oil level 1. Place the air filter element frame in the periodic maintenance...
... a Yamaha dealer. NOTICE: The drive chain gears and V-belt clutch should be adjusted when operating above a high altitude of elevation. EWS00370 WARNING Engine oil is less horsepower available, even with too much or not enough oil in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. ECS00440 NOTICE G G G Do not run the engine with the optimal air/fuel ratio. To check the engine oil level 1. Place the air filter element frame in the periodic maintenance...
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...). Start the engine, warm it up for removal procedure.) 4. Right lower cover 5. 6. Oil level gauge coupler 2. Periodic maintenance and adjustment 7. Place the snowmobile on a level surface, and apply the parking brake. 2. Oil filler cap 7. Remove the oil filler cap and drain bolt to collect the used oil. 58 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil. Remove the bottom panel and the right lower cover. 1. Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank) 8. Place...
...). Start the engine, warm it up for removal procedure.) 4. Right lower cover 5. 6. Oil level gauge coupler 2. Periodic maintenance and adjustment 7. Place the snowmobile on a level surface, and apply the parking brake. 2. Oil filler cap 7. Remove the oil filler cap and drain bolt to collect the used oil. 58 Place an oil pan under the engine to collect the used oil. Remove the bottom panel and the right lower cover. 1. Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank) 8. Place...
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....) Disconnect the negative battery lead by removing the bolt. 1. "HEAD" (headlight) fuse "SIG" (signal) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse Spare fuse 74 Fuel injection system fuse PZ50 1 1. Replace the blown fuse with one of the proper amperage. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU12353 Replacing a fuse EWS00550 WARNING Be sure to prevent accidental short-circuiting. 1. 2. Main fuse 2. Negative battery lead 3. ECS00631 NOTICE Be sure to turn the main switch to the off...
....) Disconnect the negative battery lead by removing the bolt. 1. "HEAD" (headlight) fuse "SIG" (signal) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse Spare fuse 74 Fuel injection system fuse PZ50 1 1. Replace the blown fuse with one of the proper amperage. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU12353 Replacing a fuse EWS00550 WARNING Be sure to prevent accidental short-circuiting. 1. 2. Main fuse 2. Negative battery lead 3. ECS00631 NOTICE Be sure to turn the main switch to the off...
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... DC jack) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse Spare fuse TIP If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile. 75 Periodic maintenance and adjustment PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT 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: PZ50GT 3.0 A PZ50MT 3.0 A PZ50RT 3.0 A PZ50VT 3.0 A "IGN" (ignition) fuse: 20.0 A "FAN" (radiator fan motor) fuse: 15.0 A "GEAR" (electric shift reverse...
... DC jack) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse Spare fuse TIP If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile. 75 Periodic maintenance and adjustment PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT 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: PZ50GT 3.0 A PZ50MT 3.0 A PZ50RT 3.0 A PZ50VT 3.0 A "IGN" (ignition) fuse: 20.0 A "FAN" (radiator fan motor) fuse: 15.0 A "GEAR" (electric shift reverse...
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...: Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to the battery terminals. in tank: Supply fuel. ↓ • Clogged fuel line: Clean fuel line. ↓ • Clogged injector: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. ↓ • T.O.R.S. Electrical system G Poor spark or no spark • Spark plugs are dirty with carbon or are wet: Remove carbon or wipe the spark plugs dry. EWS00580 WARNING G G Connect the...
...: Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to the battery terminals. in tank: Supply fuel. ↓ • Clogged fuel line: Clean fuel line. ↓ • Clogged injector: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. ↓ • T.O.R.S. Electrical system G Poor spark or no spark • Spark plugs are dirty with carbon or are wet: Remove carbon or wipe the spark plugs dry. EWS00580 WARNING G G Connect the...
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.... Worn or damaged V-belt: Replace the Vbelt or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Air in drive chain and sprockets 1. Worn or damaged V-belt with flat spots: Replace. V-belt twists 1. 2. 3. Worn or sticking primary sheave assembly: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Troubleshooting 2. Drive track does not move 1. 2. 3. Loose or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Broken V-belt clutch components: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Leaking coolant: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect...
.... Worn or damaged V-belt: Replace the Vbelt or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Air in drive chain and sprockets 1. Worn or damaged V-belt with flat spots: Replace. V-belt twists 1. 2. 3. Worn or sticking primary sheave assembly: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Troubleshooting 2. Drive track does not move 1. 2. 3. Loose or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Broken V-belt clutch components: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Leaking coolant: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect...
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... the following areas: seals (of the slide rail suspension, front suspension and brakes), electric components (couplers, connectors, instruments, switches and lights), breather hoses and vents. Use Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to inhibit corrosion in the fuel system and injectors. Wash with a windshield: Do not use any Engine Proper storage of the windshield to make sure that can damage plastic parts such...
... the following areas: seals (of the slide rail suspension, front suspension and brakes), electric components (couplers, connectors, instruments, switches and lights), breather hoses and vents. Use Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to inhibit corrosion in the fuel system and injectors. Wash with a windshield: Do not use any Engine Proper storage of the windshield to make sure that can damage plastic parts such...
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Give notice to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. All parts replaced under this service. Abnormal strain, neglect, or abuse. 5. Lack of each subsequent purchaser of proper maintenance. 6. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall include parts replaced due to an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer of any failures to meet these standards within ten (10) days...
Give notice to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. All parts replaced under this service. Abnormal strain, neglect, or abuse. 5. Lack of each subsequent purchaser of proper maintenance. 6. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall include parts replaced due to an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer of any failures to meet these standards within ten (10) days...
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..., maintenance, and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at any later date. 3. A. Be sure to help you are handled at the time of your new address by the selling dealer at the dealer level, this warranty? YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT P.O. by sending a postcard listing your purchase. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of a safety-related...
..., maintenance, and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at any later date. 3. A. Be sure to help you are handled at the time of your new address by the selling dealer at the dealer level, this warranty? YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT P.O. by sending a postcard listing your purchase. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of a safety-related...
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... blocks, adjusting ...31 A Air filter, checking...55 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...18 B Backrest (PZ50VT)...22 Battery...73 Brake and parking brake ...64 Brake lever ...19 Break-in...37 C Center shock absorber and rear torsion springs, adjusting spring preload ...29 Control rods, adjusting (PZ50VT)...32 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...16 Cooling system...60 D Drive and reverse indicator lights (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) ...14 Drive chain housing...63 Drive guard...21 Drive select switch (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT...
... blocks, adjusting ...31 A Air filter, checking...55 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...18 B Backrest (PZ50VT)...22 Battery...73 Brake and parking brake ...64 Brake lever ...19 Break-in...37 C Center shock absorber and rear torsion springs, adjusting spring preload ...29 Control rods, adjusting (PZ50VT)...32 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...16 Cooling system...60 D Drive and reverse indicator lights (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) ...14 Drive chain housing...63 Drive guard...21 Drive select switch (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT...