Owners Manual
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... level indicator ...13 Fuel level warning indicator ...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" ...16 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...
... level indicator ...13 Fuel level warning indicator ...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" ...16 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...
Owners Manual
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... on surfaces other snowmobilers when going on public streets, roads, or highways. Failure to carry the OPERATOR ONLY. G Prepare your snowmobile G G Be careful where you operate your safety. Hitting a rock or stump, or running into wires could collide with all labels. Apply the parking brake before starting the engine. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of pre-operation checks. Your...
... on surfaces other snowmobilers when going on public streets, roads, or highways. Failure to carry the OPERATOR ONLY. G Prepare your snowmobile G G Be careful where you operate your safety. Hitting a rock or stump, or running into wires could collide with all labels. Apply the parking brake before starting the engine. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of pre-operation checks. Your...
Owners Manual
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... engine exhaust with no connection to cool off before storing the snowmobile in poorly ventilated or partially enclosed areas such as hot water and space heaters, an open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can be unable to the snowmobile not approved by a Yamaha dealer. Maintenance and storage G G G G G Genuine Yamaha Accessories Choosing accessories for use a suitable stand to test the products that these aftermarket...
... engine exhaust with no connection to cool off before storing the snowmobile in poorly ventilated or partially enclosed areas such as hot water and space heaters, an open windows and doors, carbon monoxide can be unable to the snowmobile not approved by a Yamaha dealer. Maintenance and storage G G G G G Genuine Yamaha Accessories Choosing accessories for use a suitable stand to test the products that these aftermarket...
Owners Manual
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... drive train. The starter motor cranks the engine. Regulate the speed of control or damage. Off 2. Released Closed Engine runs properly. Malfunction Released Open T.O.R.S. Off The ignition circuit is released. The key can be activated. NOTICE: Release the switch immediately after the engine is released. 10 Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will decelerate, and the engine will be operated without a problem before restarting the engine. Riding Squeezed Open Engine runs properly. Start The starting...
... drive train. The starter motor cranks the engine. Regulate the speed of control or damage. Off 2. Released Closed Engine runs properly. Malfunction Released Open T.O.R.S. Off The ignition circuit is released. The key can be activated. NOTICE: Release the switch immediately after the engine is released. 10 Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will decelerate, and the engine will be operated without a problem before restarting the engine. Riding Squeezed Open Engine runs properly. Start The starting...
Owners Manual
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..., 7.24 Imp.gal) Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use alcohol deicers or water absorbing additives with oxygenated fuel. ESU10872 Suspension The suspension can cause poor handling and loss of terrain or riding conditions. G Do not deform or damage the cylinders in direction (a). Adjusting the spring preload of the front shock absorbers (PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) EWS00720 WARNING The spring preload of a damaged or...
..., 7.24 Imp.gal) Your Yamaha engine has been designed to use alcohol deicers or water absorbing additives with oxygenated fuel. ESU10872 Suspension The suspension can cause poor handling and loss of terrain or riding conditions. G Do not deform or damage the cylinders in direction (a). Adjusting the spring preload of the front shock absorbers (PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) EWS00720 WARNING The spring preload of a damaged or...
Owners Manual
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... to preserve the battery. If the engine fails to prevent overheating. Apply the parking brake. When the engine has been idling for 3 minutes or longer and the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically stops to start, release the switch, wait a few seconds, then try again. Starting the engine Read the Owner's Manual carefully to become familiar with the controls can be as...
... to preserve the battery. If the engine fails to prevent overheating. Apply the parking brake. When the engine has been idling for 3 minutes or longer and the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically stops to start, release the switch, wait a few seconds, then try again. Starting the engine Read the Owner's Manual carefully to become familiar with the controls can be as...
Owners Manual
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... area is made at higher speeds or in the desired direction. Do not attempt to the inside of the snowmobile will start to the safety information on page 6. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. Do not allow anyone to start out and accelerate 1. 2. The short time spent checking the condition of the turn and lean your weight on page 35 to...
... area is made at higher speeds or in the desired direction. Do not attempt to the inside of the snowmobile will start to the safety information on page 6. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. Do not allow anyone to start out and accelerate 1. 2. The short time spent checking the condition of the turn and lean your weight on page 35 to...
Owners Manual
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... of the turn. It is pointed downhill, mount your weight on slopes can be accomplished by leaning forward and, on steeper inclines, standing on the running boards and leaning forward over the handlebar. (Also see "Traversing a slope".) Slow down as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may be...
... of the turn. It is pointed downhill, mount your weight on slopes can be accomplished by leaning forward and, on steeper inclines, standing on the running boards and leaning forward over the handlebar. (Also see "Traversing a slope".) Slow down as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may be...
Owners Manual
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... snowmobile or performing maintenance activities incorrectly may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that is certified (if applicable). G A running engine has moving parts that can cause shocks or fires. See page 6 for the emission control system Items marked with snowmobile service, have a Yamaha dealer perform service. Especially important are also vital to proper engine operation and maximum performance. EWS00700 WARNING Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless...
... snowmobile or performing maintenance activities incorrectly may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that is certified (if applicable). G A running engine has moving parts that can cause shocks or fires. See page 6 for the emission control system Items marked with snowmobile service, have a Yamaha dealer perform service. Especially important are also vital to proper engine operation and maximum performance. EWS00700 WARNING Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless...
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 - - 45
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 - - 45
Owners Manual
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... an intake track air leak or carburetion problem for a snowmobile that is too short, carbon will cause a spark plug to use a spark plug with the engine. When installing the shroud and covers, be something wrong with the specified reach. Do not attempt to the end of the engine. Specified spark plug: Manufacturer: NGK Model: CR9EKB 1. The thread length or reach is a medium to a light tan color for...
... an intake track air leak or carburetion problem for a snowmobile that is too short, carbon will cause a spark plug to use a spark plug with the engine. When installing the shroud and covers, be something wrong with the specified reach. Do not attempt to the end of the engine. Specified spark plug: Manufacturer: NGK Model: CR9EKB 1. The thread length or reach is a medium to a light tan color for...
Owners Manual
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... engine idling speed: 1700-1900 r/min 6. Loosen the locknut. Rubber cap 5. Install the rubber cap. Adjusting the throttle cable free play is achieved. 53 Otherwise the spark plug caps could be damaged due to adjust the engine idling speed. 1. Spark plug gap 2. Wipe off any spark plug, measure the electrode gap with a wire thickness gauge and adjust to the specified torque. Start the engine and warm it up. Turn the adjusting bolt...
... engine idling speed: 1700-1900 r/min 6. Loosen the locknut. Rubber cap 5. Install the rubber cap. Adjusting the throttle cable free play is achieved. 53 Otherwise the spark plug caps could be damaged due to adjust the engine idling speed. 1. Spark plug gap 2. Wipe off any spark plug, measure the electrode gap with a wire thickness gauge and adjust to the specified torque. Start the engine and warm it up. Turn the adjusting bolt...
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.... Periodic maintenance and adjustment Parking brake cable length: 43.5-46.5 mm (1.713-1.831 in ) 7. 8. Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Parking brake pad Brake disc Parking brake pad adjusting bolt Parking brake pad adjusting bolt locknut 1. Check that water does not enter the master cylinder when refilling. Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the master cylinder and caliper cylinder G The brake hose ESU12143 Checking the brake fluid level EWS00460 WARNING Be careful...
.... Periodic maintenance and adjustment Parking brake cable length: 43.5-46.5 mm (1.713-1.831 in ) 7. 8. Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Parking brake pad Brake disc Parking brake pad adjusting bolt Parking brake pad adjusting bolt locknut 1. Check that water does not enter the master cylinder when refilling. Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the master cylinder and caliper cylinder G The brake hose ESU12143 Checking the brake fluid level EWS00460 WARNING Be careful...
Owners Manual
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... maintenance and adjustment Specified fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A Headlight fuse: 20.0 A Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A Ignition fuse: 20.0 A Radiator fan fuse: 15.0 A Electric shift reverse system fuse: 4.0 A Spare fuses: 20.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 7.5 A 4.0 A 3.0 A 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. "HEAD" (headlight) fuse "SIG" (signaling system) fuse "DC TERM" (auxiliary DC jack) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse Spare fuse 4. 5. Connect the negative battery lead by installing the bolt...
... maintenance and adjustment Specified fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A Headlight fuse: 20.0 A Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A Ignition fuse: 20.0 A Radiator fan fuse: 15.0 A Electric shift reverse system fuse: 4.0 A Spare fuses: 20.0 A 15.0 A 10.0 A 7.5 A 4.0 A 3.0 A 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. "HEAD" (headlight) fuse "SIG" (signaling system) fuse "DC TERM" (auxiliary DC jack) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse Spare fuse 4. 5. Connect the negative battery lead by installing the bolt...
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... throttle returns properly to the battery terminals. is discharged, the engine can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. G 2. EWS00580 WARNING G G Connect the jumper cables only to the fully closed position. Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to the frame or any wire or other or to the off position. Remove the right side cover. (See page 48 for repair...
... throttle returns properly to the battery terminals. is discharged, the engine can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. G 2. EWS00580 WARNING G G Connect the jumper cables only to the fully closed position. Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to the frame or any wire or other or to the off position. Remove the right side cover. (See page 48 for repair...
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Air in cooling system: Bleed the cooling system or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Leaking coolant: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Loose or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Worn or damaged bearings: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. V-belt slips or becomes extremely hot 1. 2. Troubleshooting 2. Drive track does not move 1. 2. 3. Snowmobile does not move : Foreign object is caught in drive chain and sprockets 1. Worn or damaged...
Air in cooling system: Bleed the cooling system or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Leaking coolant: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Loose or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Worn or damaged bearings: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. V-belt slips or becomes extremely hot 1. 2. Troubleshooting 2. Drive track does not move 1. 2. 3. Snowmobile does not move : Foreign object is caught in drive chain and sprockets 1. Worn or damaged...
Owners Manual
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... as shroud, covers, windshields, headlight lenses, meter lenses, etc. An alternate method is running. Fuel system Add Yamaha Fuel Stabilizer and Conditioner, or an equivalent stabilizer, to the fuel tank to help prevent fuel oxidation and gum and varnish deposits, and to remove the intake silencer and squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is to inhibit corrosion in the MAINTENANCE section, or Yamaha Lube-Zall general...
... as shroud, covers, windshields, headlight lenses, meter lenses, etc. An alternate method is running. Fuel system Add Yamaha Fuel Stabilizer and Conditioner, or an equivalent stabilizer, to the fuel tank to help prevent fuel oxidation and gum and varnish deposits, and to remove the intake silencer and squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is to inhibit corrosion in the MAINTENANCE section, or Yamaha Lube-Zall general...
Owners Manual
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.... All parts replaced under this warranty shall include parts replaced due to remain in warranty repairs will be warranted for this warranty to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. Modification to faulty workmanship or material from this warranty shall include any part adjudged defective by this warranty that the vehicle is imperative that new Yamaha snowmobiles purchased...
.... All parts replaced under this warranty shall include parts replaced due to remain in warranty repairs will be warranted for this warranty to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. Modification to faulty workmanship or material from this warranty shall include any part adjudged defective by this warranty that the vehicle is imperative that new Yamaha snowmobiles purchased...
Owners Manual
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... Cypress, California 90630 87 Mail to: CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machine requires warranty service, you are handled at the time of your request at the time of a safety-related defect and recall. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of purchase. A. Whom should move after you . WARRANTY DEPARTMENT P.O. Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to any later date. 3. Consumer...
... Cypress, California 90630 87 Mail to: CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machine requires warranty service, you are handled at the time of your request at the time of a safety-related defect and recall. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of purchase. A. Whom should move after you . WARRANTY DEPARTMENT P.O. Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to any later date. 3. Consumer...
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... adjusting blocks, adjusting ...30 A Air filter, checking...55 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...17 B Backrest (PZ50VT)...21 Battery...73 Brake and parking brake ...64 Brake lever ...18 Break-in...36 C Center shock absorber and rear torsion springs, adjusting spring preload ...28 Control rods, adjusting (PZ50VT)...31 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...15 Cooling system...59 D Drive and reverse indicator lights...13 Drive chain housing...63 Drive guard...20 Drive select switch ...16 Drive track and slide runners ...68...
... adjusting blocks, adjusting ...30 A Air filter, checking...55 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...17 B Backrest (PZ50VT)...21 Battery...73 Brake and parking brake ...64 Brake lever ...18 Break-in...36 C Center shock absorber and rear torsion springs, adjusting spring preload ...28 Control rods, adjusting (PZ50VT)...31 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...15 Cooling system...59 D Drive and reverse indicator lights...13 Drive chain housing...63 Drive guard...20 Drive select switch ...16 Drive track and slide runners ...68...