Owners Manual
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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...
Owners Manual
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... damage. Use on a ride. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of control and may cause loss of control. Become familiar with another vehicle. Your ability to carry the OPERATOR ONLY. Hitting a rock or stump, or running into wires could collide with all labels. Such use the following . Apply the parking brake before starting the engine. Passengers are designed to operate the snowmobile...
... damage. Use on a ride. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of control and may cause loss of control. Become familiar with another vehicle. Your ability to carry the OPERATOR ONLY. Hitting a rock or stump, or running into wires could collide with all labels. Such use the following . Apply the parking brake before starting the engine. Passengers are designed to operate the snowmobile...
Owners Manual
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... to cool off before storing the snowmobile in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are available only from the fuel breather hose. Allow the engine to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. The best braking method on your snowmobile unsafe for use, which may leak out from a Yamaha dealer, have been designed, tested, and approved by Yamaha for Yamaha vehicles...
... to cool off before storing the snowmobile in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are available only from the fuel breather hose. Allow the engine to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. The best braking method on your snowmobile unsafe for use, which may leak out from a Yamaha dealer, have been designed, tested, and approved by Yamaha for Yamaha vehicles...
Owners Manual
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.... Warning light 28. Engine stop switch 7. Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) 11. Fuel level warning indicator 14. Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator 20. Fuel meter indicator 21. Drive select switch (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) 24. Oil level warning indicator 15. Grip warmer indicator 29. Throttle lever 8. Self-diagnosis warning indicator 17. Low coolant temperature indicator light 27. Speedometer unit 6. Brake lever 2. Headlight beam switch 5. "RESET" button 12. Knock control system...
.... Warning light 28. Engine stop switch 7. Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) 11. Fuel level warning indicator 14. Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator 20. Fuel meter indicator 21. Drive select switch (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) 24. Oil level warning indicator 15. Grip warmer indicator 29. Throttle lever 8. Self-diagnosis warning indicator 17. Low coolant temperature indicator light 27. Speedometer unit 6. Brake lever 2. Headlight beam switch 5. "RESET" button 12. Knock control system...
Owners Manual
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... the clutch engagement speed if the throt- If the throttle bodies or throttle cable malfunctions during operation, the T.O.R.S. The T.O.R.S. Throttle lever ESU10321 Engine overheating prevention system 1. The starter motor cranks the engine. ESU10312 WARNING If the T.O.R.S. The key can be started . On The ignition circuit is activated, make sure that the engine can be removed only in this position. TIP The engine can be operated without a problem before...
... the clutch engagement speed if the throt- If the throttle bodies or throttle cable malfunctions during operation, the T.O.R.S. The T.O.R.S. Throttle lever ESU10321 Engine overheating prevention system 1. The starter motor cranks the engine. ESU10312 WARNING If the T.O.R.S. The key can be started . On The ignition circuit is activated, make sure that the engine can be removed only in this position. TIP The engine can be operated without a problem before...
Owners Manual
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... gas pressure. The spring preload can cause poor handling and loss of ethanol can be adjusted by turning the adjusting rings (PZ50 / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) or adjusting nuts (PZ50GT). Adjusting the spring preload of the front shock absorbers (PZ50 / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) EWS00720 WARNING The spring preload of a damaged or worn out shock absorber yourself. Control functions Recommended fuel: PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Fuel tank capacity...
... gas pressure. The spring preload can cause poor handling and loss of ethanol can be adjusted by turning the adjusting rings (PZ50 / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) or adjusting nuts (PZ50GT). Adjusting the spring preload of the front shock absorbers (PZ50 / PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) EWS00720 WARNING The spring preload of a damaged or worn out shock absorber yourself. Control functions Recommended fuel: PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Fuel tank capacity...
Owners Manual
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... control, and increase the possibility of your snowmobile. Braking EWS00220 WARNING G G Many surfaces such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much longer stopping distances. Remember: Avoid higher speeds until you will start out and accelerate 1. 2. Riding uphill EWS00231 When slowing down and begin decelerating early. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. Do not allow anyone to perform it...
... control, and increase the possibility of your snowmobile. Braking EWS00220 WARNING G G Many surfaces such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much longer stopping distances. Remember: Avoid higher speeds until you will start out and accelerate 1. 2. Riding uphill EWS00231 When slowing down and begin decelerating early. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. Do not allow anyone to perform it...
Owners Manual
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... shocks or fires. If you are the maintenance services related to ensure cleaner air, but are explained on body parts or clothing, and electrical parts that is cold. These controls not only function to emission control. Safety is important in the safest and most important points of vehicle inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are also vital to perform these particular services. The most efficient condition possible. G A running engine...
... shocks or fires. If you are the maintenance services related to ensure cleaner air, but are explained on body parts or clothing, and electrical parts that is cold. These controls not only function to emission control. Safety is important in the safest and most important points of vehicle inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are also vital to perform these particular services. The most efficient condition possible. G A running engine...
Owners Manual
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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
Owners Manual
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... turn the idle adjusting screw in combustion chamber hot spots and thread damage. Start the engine and warm it up. may result. If the reach is too long, overheating and engine damage may not work properly. Wipe off any spark plug, measure the electrode gap with the specified reach. Periodic maintenance and adjustment EWS00710 WARNING Be sure to use a spark plug with a wire thickness gauge...
... turn the idle adjusting screw in combustion chamber hot spots and thread damage. Start the engine and warm it up. may result. If the reach is too long, overheating and engine damage may not work properly. Wipe off any spark plug, measure the electrode gap with the specified reach. Periodic maintenance and adjustment EWS00710 WARNING Be sure to use a spark plug with a wire thickness gauge...
Owners Manual
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.... Expect acceleration and top speed to be sure to operate your snowmobile at high altitude reduces the performance of a gasoline engine about 3% for the drive chain gears and V-belt clutch to ride. To overcome operating with or getting any changes necessary for combustion. Oil could spray out or the engine could result in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Coming...
.... Expect acceleration and top speed to be sure to operate your snowmobile at high altitude reduces the performance of a gasoline engine about 3% for the drive chain gears and V-belt clutch to ride. To overcome operating with or getting any changes necessary for combustion. Oil could spray out or the engine could result in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4. Coming...
Owners Manual
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... change the engine oil (without oil filter cartridge replacement) 1. Right lower cover 5. 6. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole, and then tighten the oil filler cap. 8. Start the engine, warm it off. 3. Bottom panel 1. Place an oil pan under the oil tank to collect the used oil. 58 Place an oil pan under the engine to drain the oil from the oil tank. 1. Remove the bottom panel and the right lower cover. 1. Oil filler cap 7. Remove the oil...
... change the engine oil (without oil filter cartridge replacement) 1. Right lower cover 5. 6. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole, and then tighten the oil filler cap. 8. Start the engine, warm it off. 3. Bottom panel 1. Place an oil pan under the oil tank to collect the used oil. 58 Place an oil pan under the engine to drain the oil from the oil tank. 1. Remove the bottom panel and the right lower cover. 1. Oil filler cap 7. Remove the oil...
Owners Manual
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... specified fuse. Main fuse 2. Negative battery lead 3. "HEAD" (headlight) fuse "SIG" (signal) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse Spare fuse 74 A wrong fuse could cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. Remove the right side cover. (See page 49 for removal procedures.) Disconnect the negative battery lead by removing the bolt. 1. Spare fuse 3. 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...
... specified fuse. Main fuse 2. Negative battery lead 3. "HEAD" (headlight) fuse "SIG" (signal) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse Spare fuse 74 A wrong fuse could cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. Remove the right side cover. (See page 49 for removal procedures.) Disconnect the negative battery lead by removing the bolt. 1. Spare fuse 3. 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...
Owners Manual
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..., ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile. 75 Install the right side cover. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Connect the negative battery lead by installing the bolt. 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 system) fuse: 4.0 A Spare fuses: 20.0 A 15...
..., ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile. 75 Install the right side cover. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Connect the negative battery lead by installing the bolt. 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 system) fuse: 4.0 A Spare fuses: 20.0 A 15...
Owners Manual
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... the parking brake and turn the main switch to the battery terminals. Troubleshooting ESU12396 Engine turns over but does not start 1. G Fuel supplied to bypass the T.O.R.S. malfunction: Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to combustion chamber • Flooded engine: Crank engine or wipe the spark plugs dry. G 2. Discharged battery If the battery is an important safety device; Replace if necessary. ↓ • Faulty ignition system: Ask a Yamaha dealer...
... the parking brake and turn the main switch to the battery terminals. Troubleshooting ESU12396 Engine turns over but does not start 1. G Fuel supplied to bypass the T.O.R.S. malfunction: Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to combustion chamber • Flooded engine: Crank engine or wipe the spark plugs dry. G 2. Discharged battery If the battery is an important safety device; Replace if necessary. ↓ • Faulty ignition system: Ask a Yamaha dealer...
Owners Manual
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... sheave assembly surfaces: Clean. Problem with the driveline: See "V-belt twists" above. 2. 3. 4. 5. Worn or damaged idler wheels or shafts: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Worn or damaged bearings: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Tight, loose, or broken drive chain: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Air in drive chain and sprockets 1. Loose or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Worn or sticking primary sheave assembly: Ask a Yamaha...
... sheave assembly surfaces: Clean. Problem with the driveline: See "V-belt twists" above. 2. 3. 4. 5. Worn or damaged idler wheels or shafts: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Worn or damaged bearings: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Tight, loose, or broken drive chain: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Air in drive chain and sprockets 1. Loose or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Worn or sticking primary sheave assembly: Ask a Yamaha...
Owners Manual
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... than good. An alternate method is to guard against deterioration. Storage ESU12433 Long-term storage requires some preventive procedures to remove the intake silencer and squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is running. marks. Wash with a windshield: Do not use any Engine Proper storage of the slide rail suspension, front suspension and brakes), electric components (couplers, connectors, instruments, switches and lights), breather hoses and vents.
... than good. An alternate method is to guard against deterioration. Storage ESU12433 Long-term storage requires some preventive procedures to remove the intake silencer and squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is running. marks. Wash with a windshield: Do not use any Engine Proper storage of the slide rail suspension, front suspension and brakes), electric components (couplers, connectors, instruments, switches and lights), breather hoses and vents.
Owners Manual
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... CUSTOMER'S RESPONSIBILITY under warranty become the property of charge, repair or replace, at such dealer's place of time stated herein, subject to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from the factory. Installation of proper maintenance are warranted against abnormal wear for this warranty shall include parts replaced due to certain stated...
... CUSTOMER'S RESPONSIBILITY under warranty become the property of charge, repair or replace, at such dealer's place of time stated herein, subject to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from the factory. Installation of proper maintenance are warranted against abnormal wear for this warranty shall include parts replaced due to certain stated...
Owners Manual
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... before sale. 2. Q. A. When contacting Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. CHANGE OF ADDRESS The federal government requires each Yamaha snowmobile dealer is in accordance with federal law. If the dealer is not able to do so, he is compiled from the purchase registrations sent to any later date. 3. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of a safety-related...
... before sale. 2. Q. A. When contacting Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. CHANGE OF ADDRESS The federal government requires each Yamaha snowmobile dealer is in accordance with federal law. If the dealer is not able to do so, he is compiled from the purchase registrations sent to any later date. 3. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of a safety-related...
Owners Manual
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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...