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OWNER'S MANUAL
MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE
USO E MANUTENZIONE
INSTRUKTIONSBOK
OMISTAJAN KÄSIKIRJA
EIERHÅNDBOK
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8JE-28199-S2

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE USO E MANUTENZIONE INSTRUKTIONSBOK OMISTAJAN KÄSIKIRJA EIERHÅNDBOK Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. Il convient de lire attentivement ce manuel avant la première utilisation du véhicule. Leggere attentamente questo manuale prima di utilizzare questo veicolo. Läs den här instruktionsboken noga innan snöskotern används.
  • Page 2 Original instructions Notice originale Istruzioni originali Bruksanvisning i original Alkuperäiset ohjeet Opprinnelige instruksjoner PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER IMPRIMÉ SUR PAPIER RECYCLÉ STAMPATO SU CARTA RICICLATA TRYCKT PÅ ÅTERVUNNET PAPPER PAINETTU UUSIOPAPERILLE PRINTED IN JAPAN TRYKKET PÅ RESIRKULERT PAPIR 2014.04-0.3×1 CR...
  • Page 3 OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. VK10F 8JE-28199-S2-E0...
  • Page 4 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. EC Declaration of Conformity conforming to Directive 2006/42/EC We, YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan, declare in sole responsibility, that the product ∗ ( JYE8KB00...
  • Page 5 VK10F OWNER’S MANUAL Congratulations on your purchase of a ©2014 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. Yamaha snowmobile. This model is the result 1st Edition, March 2014 of Yamaha’s vast experience in the produc- All rights reserved. tion of fine sporting and touring snowmo-...
  • Page 6 Important manual information ESU10152 Particularly important information is distin- guished in this manual by the following nota- tions. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury haz- ards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Pre-operation checks ..... 30 Location of the important labels..1 Pre-operation check list....30 Safety information......9 Operation ......... 32 Starting the engine......32 Description........11 Break-in ........33 Riding your snowmobile ....33 Control functions......13 Maximizing drive track life .... 37 Main switch ........
  • Page 8 Contents Steering system ......65 Drive track and slide runners ..66 Lubrication ........69 Replacing a headlight bulb ... 70 Adjusting the headlight beams ..71 Fittings and fasteners....71 Battery........... 71 Replacing a fuse ......72 Troubleshooting ......75 Storage..........

  • Page 9: Location Of The Important Labels

    Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label is available from your Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 10 Location of the important labels TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT DRIVE ENTRAÎNEMENT 1. CHAIN CASE OIL Q’TY 1. CAPACITÉ D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE 350 cm³ (11.8 oz) 2. CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE 350 cm³ 2. TYPE D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE GL-3 75W or 80W 3.
  • Page 11 20kg {44lbs} 5kg {11lbs} 8FM-24897-11 8FN-24897-10 VK10D 2014 84.7 kW 388 kg 8KB-2156A-00 YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN 8AC-2817L-00 MUISTA VIKTIGT Öljyn puute voi vaurioittaa Allvarlig motorskada kan uppstå vid moottoria vakavasti, jos oljeförlust om vevhusventilatorns slangar inte kampikammion huohotinletkuja monterats korrekt.
  • Page 12 Overloading can cause loss of control. Loss of control can result in severe injury or death. Model Name ****** Max. Power *** kW *** kg Mass In Running Order 1 Year of construction **** YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN...
  • Page 13 Location of the important labels For RUSSIA...
  • Page 14 Location of the important labels 8GS-77761-R1 TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT DRIVE ENTRAÎNEMENT 1. CHAIN CASE OIL Q’TY 1. CAPACITÉ D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE 350 cm³ (11.8 oz) 2. CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE 350 cm³ 2. TYPE D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE GL-3 75W or 80W 3.
  • Page 15 Location of the important labels 8JE-77764-R0 8FN-77761-R1 8GS-77763-S0 < 1176 N < 147 N 8HF-2817S-00 MAX.BELASTNING/RASKAIN TAAKKA MAX.BELASTNING/RASKAIN TAAKKA 20kg {44lbs} 5kg {11lbs} 8FM-24897-11 8FN-24897-10...
  • Page 16 Location of the important labels VK10D 84.7 kW 388 kg 8KB-2156A-00 8HN-2811S-00 2014 YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN 8AC-2817L-00 MUISTA VIKTIGT Öljyn puute voi vaurioittaa Allvarlig motorskada kan uppstå vid moottoria vakavasti, jos oljeförlust om vevhusventilatorns slangar inte kampikammion huohotinletkuja monterats korrekt.

  • Page 17: Safety Information

    Consult a Such use is prohibited by law, and you Yamaha dealer about any control or func- could collide with another vehicle. tion you do not understand.  Be careful where you ride. There may be ...
  • Page 18 Genuine Yamaha Ac- cessories, which are available only from a Yamaha dealer, have been designed, tested, and approved by Yamaha for use on your snowmobile. Many companies with no con- nection to Yamaha manufacture parts and accessories or offer other modifications for Yamaha vehicles.

  • Page 19: Description

    Description ESU10262 2,3,4,5,6,7 8 9 10,11 12 13 14 1. Air filter 12. Passenger grip warmer switch 2. Battery 13. Rear carrier 3. Coolant reservoir 14. Tail/brake light 4. Fuse box 15. Tow hitch bracket 5. Throttle stop screw 16. Slide rail suspension 6.
  • Page 20 Description 2 3 4 1. Brake lever 8. Shroud latch 2. Parking brake lever 9. Shift lever 3. Grip warmer adjusting switch 10. Main switch 4. Headlight beam switch 11. Auxiliary DC jack 5. Engine stop switch 12. Starter (choke) lever 6.

  • Page 21: Control Functions

    Control functions ESU12692 Main switch The main switch controls the ignition and lighting systems. The various positions are described below. 1. Starter (choke) lever Refer to the “Starting the engine” section on page 32 for proper operation. 1. Off 2. On 3.

  • Page 22: Throttle Override System (T.o.r.s.)

    If the T.O.R.S. is activated, the warning light and engine trouble warning indicator will flash, and the two-digit code “84” will flash in the meter display. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the system as soon as possible. 1. Throttle lever ESU10335 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.)

  • Page 23: High Beam Indicator Light

    Control functions After the engine is started, the tachometer To reset the tripmeter, push the select/reset makes one sweep, and the low coolant tem- button for at least one second while the trip- perature indicator light, the warning light, and meter is displayed.

  • Page 24: Fuel Meter And Grip/Thumb Warmer Level Indicator

    Control functions 1. Low coolant temperature indicator 1. Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level in- light “ ” dicator 2. Warning light “ ” Fuel meter 3. Engine trouble warning indicator “ ” The display segments of the fuel meter disap- 4.

  • Page 25: Fuel Level Warning Indicator

    Control functions Grip/thumb warmer level indicator When the grip warmer adjusting switch is pressed, the grip warmer indicator comes on and the display switches to the grip warmer level. When the thumb warmer adjusting switch is pressed, the thumb warmer indicator comes on and the display switches to the thumb warmer level.

  • Page 26: Oil Level Warning Indicator

    If the oil level warning indicator and the warn- ing light still remain on, have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile. ESU10514 Coolant temperature warning indicator “ ”...

  • Page 27: Engine Stop Switch

    Control functions error code, and then have a Yamaha dealer ESU10662 Headlight beam switch inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible. “LIGHTS” NOTICE: Do not continue to operate the Push the headlight beam switch to change engine longer than necessary if there is an the headlight to high beam “HI”...

  • Page 28: Auxiliary Dc Jack

    Control functions 1. Auxiliary DC jack cap 1. Thumb warmer adjusting switch 2. Auxiliary DC jack To raise the temperature After using the auxiliary DC jack, be sure To raise the temperature, press the respec- to remove the accessory power plug tive switch to “HI”.

  • Page 29: Parking Brake Lever

    Control functions 1. Brake lever ESU12563 Shift lever The shift lever is used to shift your snowmo- When the brake lever is squeezed, the brake bile into drive, reverse, or low. After coming to light comes on. a complete stop, pull the shift lever out, turn it to the desired position (“D”, “R”, or “L”), and ECS00061 NOTICE...

  • Page 30: Drive Guard

    Control functions ESU10754 Drive guard EWS00403 WARNING  Coming in contact with the rotating V- belt or clutch parts can cause severe in- jury or death. Never run the engine with the drive guard removed.  Make sure that the drive guard is in- stalled securely before operating the 1.

  • Page 31: Louvers

    ESU10832 Storage areas ing the screws. Before removing the steel This snowmobile is equipped with a storage plate, consult a Yamaha dealer. compartment, storage pouches, rear storage area, and rear carrier. Storage compartment The storage compartment is located under the rider seat.
  • Page 32 Control functions Rear storage area and rear carrier The rear storage area and the rear carrier are located at the rear of the snowmobile. The rear storage area is located under the passenger seat and it can be used only when the seat and backrest are removed.

  • Page 33: Tow Hitch Bracket

    Control functions 1. Passenger seat bolt 1. Passenger seat bolt 2. Passenger seat and backrest Install the passenger seat bolts, and then tighten them to the specified torque. NOTICE: When using the rear storage area, do not load any cargo that is too large for it.

  • Page 34: Fuel

    Control functions 1. Tow hitch bracket A tow hitch is available at a Yamaha dealer. Tow weight limit: 120 kgf (264 lbf) Vertical weight limit: 15 kgf (33 lbf) ESU10619 Fuel 1. Filler tube EWS00072 2. Maximum fuel level WARNING Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.

  • Page 35: Suspension

    40.0 L (10.57 US gal, 8.80 Imp.gal) This may cause the unit to explode due to excessive gas pressure. Your Yamaha engine has been designed to  Do not deform or damage the cylinders use unleaded gasoline with a research oc- in any way.
  • Page 36 Control functions 1. Spring preload adjusting ring 1. Spring preload adjusting ring Spring preload setting: Spring preload setting: Minimum (soft): Minimum (soft): Standard: Standard: 1 (For EUROPE) Maximum (hard): 3 (For RUSSIA) Maximum (hard): ESU14321 Adjusting the spring preload of the Rear torsion springs center shock absorber and the rear EWS00751...
  • Page 37 Control functions 1. Spring preload adjuster 1. Spring preload adjusting nut 2. Distance A Spring preload setting: Minimum (soft): The spring preload setting is determined by Standard: measuring distance A, shown in the illustra- tion. The longer distance A is, the higher the Maximum (hard): spring preload;...

  • Page 38: Pre-Operation Checks

    • Make sure the drive guard is installed securely. Drive guard • Check the drive guard mounts for damage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy- draulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Brake •...
  • Page 39 ITEM CHECKS PAGE • Check for wear and damage. Skis and ski runners • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer replace skis or ski runners. • Check the deflection. • Adjust if necessary. Drive track • Check for wear and damage.

  • Page 40: Operation

    ESU13503 Read the Owner’s Manual carefully to be- come familiar with all controls. If there is a control or function you do not understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. EWS00204 WARNING Failure to familiarize yourself with the con- trols can lead to loss of control, which could cause an accident or injury.

  • Page 41: Break-In

     After 800 km (500 mi) of operation, the engine oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced.  If any engine trouble should occur dur- ing the engine break-in period, immedi- ately have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile. ESU12626 1. Start Riding your snowmobile...
  • Page 42 Operation Pay particular attention to the safety informa- Braking tion on page 9. EWS00221 WARNING Please read all warning and notice labels on  Many surfaces such as ice and hard- your snowmobile. packed snow require much longer stop- Learning to ride your snowmobile ping distances.
  • Page 43 Operation Improper riding techniques such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incor- rect body movements, or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may cause the snowmobile to tip. If your snowmobile begins to tip while turn- ing, lean more into the turn to regain balance. If necessary, gradually let off on the throttle or steer to the outside of the turn.
  • Page 44 Operation Snow and ice are slippery, so be prepared for the possibility that your snowmobile could begin to slip sideways on the slope. If this happens, steer in the direction of the slide if there are no obstacles in your path. As you regain proper balance, gradually steer again in the direction you wish to travel.

  • Page 45: Maximizing Drive Track Life

    Operation track, slide runners, and drive sprockets. Op- ESU11351 Maximizing drive track life eration of the snowmobile on the following surfaces should be avoided at all times: Recommendations  Dirt Track tension  Sand During initial break-in, the new drive track will ...

  • Page 46: Strap

    To mini- mize possible damage, consult your stud for cargo or accessories. manufacturer for installation and stud pattern ESU12577 recommendations. Driving Yamaha does not recommend track stud- EWS00301 ding. WARNING ESU11361 Be sure to read the “SAFETY INFORMA- Strap TION”...

  • Page 47: Stopping The Engine

    Operation 1. “D” Drive (forward) 1. Off 2. “R” Reverse  Push down the engine stop switch to stop 3. “L” Low (forward) the engine in an emergency. The reverse buzzer beeps while the transmis- sion is in reverse. Release the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the right.
  • Page 48 Operation  If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck, put a tight fitting cover on the snowmobile. A cover specifically de- signed for your snowmobile is best. This will help keep foreign objects out of the cooling vents in the shroud, and also help protect the snowmobile against damage from debris on the road.

  • Page 49: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment

    Failure to properly maintain the snowmobile or performing maintenance activities incor- rectly may increase your risk of injury or death during service or while using the snow- mobile. If you are not familiar with snowmobile service, have a Yamaha dealer perform service.

  • Page 50: Periodic Maintenance Chart For The Emission Control System

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11462 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require spe- cial tools, data and technical skills. INITIAL EVERY Seasonally 1 month...

  • Page 51: General Maintenance And Lubrication Chart

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11566 General maintenance and lubrication chart INITIAL EVERY Seasonally 1 month ITEM REMARKS PAGE or 800 km 4000 km (500 mi) (2500 mi) (40 hr) (200 hr) • Change (warm engine before Engine oil draining). Every Engine oil filter car- •...
  • Page 52 Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL EVERY Seasonally 1 month ITEM REMARKS PAGE or 800 km 4000 km (500 mi) (2500 mi) (40 hr) (200 hr) • Check for wear and damage. Slide runners • Replace if necessary. • Check for wear and damage. Skis and ski runners •...

  • Page 53: Tool Kit

    If you do not have a torque wrench available during a service operation requiring one, take your snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer to 1. Shroud latch check the torque settings and adjust them if 2.

  • Page 54: Checking The Spark Plugs

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment carburetion problem for that cylinder. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, take the snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer for inspection and possible repairs. You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plugs because heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly break down and erode.

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Engine Idling Speed

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment Open the shroud. Turn the throttle stop screw in or out to adjust the engine idling speed. 1. Spark plug gap 2. Spark plug reach Before installing any spark plug, measure the 1. Throttle stop screw spark plug gap with a wire thickness gauge and adjust to specification.

  • Page 56: Checking The Throttle Override System (T.o.r.s.)

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Locknut Check the T.O.R.S. for proper operation. 2. Throttle lever free play adjusting bolt Start the engine. 3. Throttle lever free play Throttle lever free play: Refer to the “Starting the engine” section on 2.0–3.0 mm (0.08–0.12 in) page 32.

  • Page 57: Checking The Air Filter

    Yamaha dealer. Operating the snowmobile with a mal- functioning T.O.R.S. could result in loss of control.

  • Page 58: Carburetors

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment Place the air filter element frame in the the area where you bought it, be sure to con- sult a Yamaha dealer. The dealer can tell you original position. Install the air filter case cover and attach if there are any changes necessary for the al- titude where you plan to ride.
  • Page 59 Periodic maintenance and adjustment  The oil filter cartridge should be re- placed after the first 800 km (500 mi) of operation, and every 20000 km (12000 mi) of operation thereafter. To check the engine oil level Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
  • Page 60 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Right side cover 1. “H” level mark 2. Screw 2. “L” level mark 3. Bolt If the engine oil is below the “L” level mark, add sufficient oil of the recom- mended type to raise it to the “H” level mark.
  • Page 61 1. Oil filter cartridge An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer. 11. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the O- ring of the new oil filter cartridge.
  • Page 62 Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile. Continuing to operate the engine under such conditions could cause severe engine damage.

  • Page 63: Cooling System

    1. Radiator cap seen in the cooling system, or if there is a cooling system leak. Consult a Yamaha deal- To check the coolant level Place the snowmobile on a level surface ECS00501 and apply the parking brake.

  • Page 64: V-Belt

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment Open the shroud. Remove the coolant reservoir cap and If you find any leaks, consult a Yamaha deal- add coolant until it reaches the “FULL” mark. Close the shroud. ESU12057 V-belt EWS00403 WARNING  Coming in contact with the rotating V- belt or clutch parts can cause severe in- jury or death.
  • Page 65 V-belt position. Do not Have a Yamaha dealer make this adjust- force the V-belt between the sheaves; ment. the secondary sliding and fixed sheaves must touch each other.
  • Page 66 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Edge of the secondary sheave assembly 2. Standard V-belt position 1. V-belt position adjusting bolt 2. Spacer Standard V-belt position: From 1.5 mm (0.06 in) above the V-belt position Adjustment edge of the secondary sheave as- More than 1.5 mm sembly to 0.5 mm (0.02 in) below the (0.06 in) above the...

  • Page 67: Drive Chain Housing

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 10. Rotate the secondary sliding sheave clockwise and push it so that it separates from the secondary fixed sheave. 1. Rubber cap Check the oil level through the check window, located on the drive chain hous- ing.

  • Page 68: Brake And Parking Brake

     Do not operate the snowmobile if you find any problems in the brake system. You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident. Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect and repair the brake system. ECS00061...
  • Page 69 Check the brake pads for wear. If the brake pads reach the wear limit, Close the shroud. ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. To adjust the parking brake As the parking brake pads wear, adjustment may be necessary to ensure proper brake performance.
  • Page 70 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Parking brake cable length: 43.5–46.5 mm (1.713–1.831 in) Tighten the parking brake cable locknut. Turn the parking brake pad adjusting bolt in or out to adjust the clearance between the parking brake pads and the brake disc.

  • Page 71: Extrovert Drive Sprocket

    1. Drive sprocket tooth the brake system for leakage. If the brake flu- 2. Drive sprocket tooth width id level goes down suddenly, have a Yamaha ESU14291 Skis and ski runners dealer check the cause before further riding.
  • Page 72 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Ski wear limit 2. Ski runner Ski runner wear limit: 8.0 mm (0.31 in) Ski wear limit: 24.0 mm (0.94 in) For RUSSIA 1. Ski wear limit (front) 2. Ski runner 3. Ski wear limit (center) 4.

  • Page 73: Steering System

    Turn the handlebar slightly to the right tion. NOTICE: Make sure that the pro- and left. jection on the handlebar is not installed into the area shown. [ECS00572] If excessive free play is felt, consult a Yamaha dealer.

  • Page 74: Drive Track And Slide Runners

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU12177 Drive track and slide runners Drive track EWS00482 WARNING A broken track, track fittings or debris thrown by the drive track could be danger- ous to an operator or bystanders. Observe the following precautions:  Do not allow anyone to stand behind the snowmobile when the engine is running.
  • Page 75 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Adjust or replace if necessary. (See the fol- lowing section for more details.) 1. Spring scale Checking the drive track alignment Measure the gap between the slide runner Lift the rear of the snowmobile onto a and the edge of the track window on both suitable stand to raise the drive track off sides.
  • Page 76 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Shifted to right 1. Rear axle nut 1. Forward Lift the rear of the snowmobile onto a 2. Gap suitable stand to raise the drive track off 3. Slide runner the ground. 4. Drive track Start the engine and rotate the drive 5.

  • Page 77: Lubrication

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment Recheck alignment and deflection. If EWS00512 WARNING necessary, repeat steps 3 to 5 until the Do not grease the throttle cable because it proper adjustment is achieved. could become frozen, which could cause Lower the snowmobile to the ground. loss of control.

  • Page 78: Replacing A Headlight Bulb

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Grease nipple 1. Headlight coupler 2. Bulb holder cover Unhook the bulb holder, and then re- move the burnt-out bulb. 1. Grease nipple 1. Bulb holder Install the new bulb, and then hook the bulb holder onto the headlight unit. NOTICE: Keep oil and your hands away from the glass part of the bulb or its life and illumination will be affect-...

  • Page 79: Adjusting The Headlight Beams

    Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb. 1. Headlight beam adjusting screw Install the locking pin, and then close the Bulb type: shroud. Halogen bulb ESU12291 Fittings and fasteners Install the bulb holder cover, and then Check the tightness of the fittings and fasten- connect the headlight coupler.

  • Page 80: Replacing A Fuse

    KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. age or A FIRE HAZARD. Charge or have a Yamaha dealer charge the ECS00632 battery as soon as possible if it seems to NOTICE have discharged.
  • Page 81 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Lift up the air filter case, slide the crank- case breather hose clamp (air filter case side) down, disconnect the crankcase breather hose from the air filter case, and then remove the air filter case. 1. Oil tank breather hose clamp 2.
  • Page 82 Install the air filter case by reversing the removal steps. NOTICE: Be sure to connect the breather hoses securely when installing the air filter case. [ECS00642] 10. Close the shroud. If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile.

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting

    Remove carbon or wipe spark plugs • Worn or damaged piston and cylin- dry. Replace if necessary. ↓ der: Ask a Yamaha dealer to check. • Faulty ignition system: Ask a Yamaha dealer to check. Discharged battery ↓ If the battery is discharged, the engine can be •...
  • Page 84 Troubleshooting  When connecting the jumper cables, do not contact the jumper cables or con- necting lead terminals to each other or to the frame or any metal part of the snowmobile. This can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. ...
  • Page 85  Engine stop switch is pushed in: Pull it out.  Faulty wire connections: Check connec- tions or ask a Yamaha dealer to check.  Discharged battery: Charge battery or see “Discharged battery” above.  Seized engine: Seizure is caused by poor lubrication, inadequate fuel, or an air leak.
  • Page 86  Insufficient coolant: Add coolant. Yamaha dealer to check.  Air in cooling system: Bleed cooling system  Worn or damaged bearings: Ask a Yamaha or ask a Yamaha dealer to check. dealer to check.  Leaking coolant: Ask a Yamaha dealer to ...

  • Page 87: Storage

    Storage Store the snowmobile in a dry, well-ven- ESU12427 tilated place with a porous cover placed Long-term storage of your snowmobile will over it. require some preventive procedures to guard Keep the snowmobile on a level surface against deterioration. during storage or while transporting. ECS00871 Engine NOTICE...
  • Page 88 NOTICE: Always keep the battery charged. Storing a dis- charged battery can cause permanent battery damage. [ECS00692] Before installing the battery, have a Yamaha dealer inspect and fully charge it.

  • Page 89: Specifications

    Specifications Noise level and vibration level: ESU1246F Noise level (77/311/EEC): 87 dB(A)@4250 r/min (FIN)(SWE) Dimensions: A-weighted sound power level: Overall length: 99 dB(A)@4250 r/min (FIN)(SWE) 3260 mm (128.3 in) (RUS) Vibration on seat (EN1032, ISO 5008): 3270 mm (128.7 in) (FIN)(SWE) Not exceed 0.5 m/s²...
  • Page 90 Specifications Bulb voltage, wattage × quantity: Drive chain housing oil: Type: Headlight: 12 V, 60/55 W × 2 SAE 75W or 80W API GL-3 Gear oil Capacity: Headlight bulb type: 0.35 L (0.37 US qt, 0.31 Imp.qt) Halogen bulb Reverse system: Tail/brake light: 12 V, 5/21 W ×...

  • Page 91: Consumer Information

    Yamaha dealer has the special tools, tech- 1. Frame serial number niques, and spare parts necessary for proper repair of your snowmobile. Always consult your Yamaha dealer if you are in doubt as to proper specifications and/or maintenance procedures. Occasionally,...

  • Page 92: Index

    Index Air filter, checking ........49 Location of the important labels ....1 Auxiliary DC jack ........20 Louvers ............ 23 Low coolant temperature indicator Battery............71 light ............15 Brake and parking brake......60 Lubrication ..........69 Brake lever ..........20 Break-in............
  • Page 93 Index Throttle lever ..........13 Throttle lever free play, adjusting..... 47 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.)..14 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.), checking ..........48 Tool kit ............. 45 Tow hitch bracket ........25 Transporting..........39 Troubleshooting ........75 Valve clearance ........50 V-belt............
  • Page 94 Printed in Japan Printed on recycled paper 2014.04-0.3×1 CR...

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