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OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. FX10RTRSY FX10XTY 8HK-28199-10 LIT-12628-02-80...
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ESU10041 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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1st Edition, May 2008 All rights reserved. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship Any reprinting or unauthorized use and reliability that have made Yamaha a lead- without the written permission of er in these fields. Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
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Important manual information ESU10151 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.
Contents Operation ......... 32 Location of the important labels ..1 Starting the engine ....... 32 Break-in ........33 Safety information ......3 Riding your snowmobile ....33 Maximizing drive track life .... 37 Description ........5 Driving .......... 37 Stopping the engine .....
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Contents Troubleshooting ......70 Storage ..........73 Specifications ......... 75 Consumer information....77 Identification number records ..77 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY....... 78 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.)........81...
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 deal-...
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Location of the important labels 3 FX10RTRS 3 FX10XT WARNING This unit contains high pressure nitrogen gas. Mishandling can cause explosion. • Read owner’s manual for instructions. • Do not incinerate, puncture or open. AVERTISSEMENT Cette unité contient de I’azote à haute pression. Une mauvaise manipulation peut entraîner d’explosion.
Become familiar with all of the operating This snowmobile is designed to carry the controls and their function. Consult a OPERATOR ONLY. Passengers are pro- Yamaha dealer about any control or func- hibited. Carrying a passenger can cause tion you do not understand. loss of control.
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Many surfaces such as ice and hardpacked cessories or offer other modifications for snow require much longer stopping distanc- Yamaha vehicles. Yamaha is not in a position es. Be alert, plan ahead and begin deceler- to test the products that these aftermarket ating early.
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Description 1 2 3 4 13 14 15 16 1. Brake lever 14. Self-diagnosis warning indicator 2. Parking brake lever 15. Speedometer 3. Grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch 16. Odometer/tripmeter/engine speed meter 4. Headlight beam switch 17. Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level in- dicator 5.
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Description The snowmobile you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. Design and specifications are subjected to change without notice.
Control functions ESU10292 Main switch The main switch controls the ignition and lighting systems. The various positions are described below. 1. Throttle lever ESU10321 Engine overheating prevention system This model is equipped with a system, which 1. Off prevents overheating when the engine is 2.
Control functions tle valves fail to return to the idle position Trouble when the throttle lever is released. (See page 75 for the clutch engagement speed.) Idling / Running Trouble starting Throttle switch Throttle position Closed Open Open sensor T.O.R.S. Engine will oper- 1.
Control functions a digital speedometer (which shows the Odometer, tripmeter, and engine riding speed) speed meter modes an odometer (which shows the total dis- Pushing the “SELECT” button switches the tance traveled) display between the odometer mode “ODO”, a tripmeter (which shows the distance trav- tripmeter mode “TRIP”, and engine speed eled since it was last set to zero) meter mode “r/min”.
Control functions ESU10433 Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator The fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator have eight segments which show the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank, the grip warmer level, or the thumb warmer level.
See “Grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch” flash to warn the rider of the above problems. on page 14 for detailed information. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible. 1. Grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch 1. Fuel level warning indicator “...
Note the error code, ESU10512 and then have a Yamaha dealer inspect the Coolant temperature warning snowmobile as soon as possible. NOTICE: indicator “ ” Do not continue to operate the engine...
Control functions ESU10560 Brake lever The snowmobile is stopped by braking the en- tire drive system. Squeeze the brake lever towards the handle- bar grip to stop the snowmobile. 1. Locknut 2. Adjusting bolt Tighten the locknut securely after adjust- ing the brake lever.
Control functions ESU13032 Shift lever The shift lever is used to put the snowmobile into forward or reverse. Before shifting, wait for the snowmobile to come to a complete stop with the engine idling. Pull the shift lever out, slide it to “FWD” or to “REV” until it stops, and then push it back in.
Control functions 1. Left side cover 1. Drive guard 2. Drive guard locking pin ESU12733 Drive guard To remove the drive guard EWS00401 Pull out the drive guard locking pin from WARNING the drive guard rear holder. Coming in contact with the rotating V- Lift up the rear of the drive guard as belt or clutch parts can cause severe in- shown, and then pull the guard rearward...
Control functions 1. Storage pouch 1. Drive guard To remove the storage pouch Align the slots in the rear of the drive Unhook the swivel hook from the storage guard with the projections on the drive pouch bracket, and then pull out the storage guard rear holder, and then insert the pouch as shown.
Control functions ECS00950 in the vicinity of sparks, open flames, or NOTICE other sources of ignition such as the pilot When installing the storage pouch, lights of water heaters and clothes dry- make sure that the swivel hook is se- ers.
WARNING If you are not familiar with suspension adjust- Gasoline is poisonous and can cause inju- ments, have a Yamaha dealer make these ry or death. Handle gasoline with care. adjustments. Never siphon gasoline by mouth. If you EWS00151...
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Control functions Tightening torque: Locknut: 42 Nm (4.2 m·kgf, 30 ft·lbf) ESU12553 Adjusting the air pressure of the front shock absorbers (FX10RTRS) EWS00730 WARNING The air pressure of the left and right shock absorbers must be adjusted to the same 1.
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Control functions ECS00710 NOTICE Make sure that there is no load on the shock absorbers and that they are fully ex- tended before making any air pressure ad- justments. Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Lift the front of the snowmobile onto a suitable stand to raise the skis off the 1.
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Control functions ESU10926 Adjusting the damping forces of the front shock absorbers EWS00740 WARNING The damping forces of the left and right shock absorbers must be adjusted to the same settings. Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of stability. Compression damping force 1.
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Control functions FX10XT Compression damping setting: Minimum (soft): FX10RTRS 19 FX10XT 12 click(s) in direction (b)* Standard: FX10RTRS 10 FX10XT 6 click(s) in direction (b)* Maximum (hard): FX10RTRS 7 FX10XT 2 1. Rebound damping force adjusting knob click(s) in direction (b)* * With the adjusting knob fully turned in Rebound damping setting: direction (a)
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Control functions Center shock absorber Tighten the locknut to the specified torque. NOTICE: Always tighten the locknut against the adjusting nut, and then tighten the locknut to the speci- fied torque. [ECS00860] Tightening torque: Locknut: 42 Nm (4.2 m·kgf, 30 ft·lbf) Rear torsion springs EWS00750 1.
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Control functions ESU13440 Compression damping force setting: Adjusting the damping forces of the Minimum (soft): center and rear shock absorbers 12 click(s) in direction (b)* (FX10RTRS), or damping force of the Standard: rear shock absorber (FX10XT) 6 click(s) in direction (b)* Maximum (hard): ECS00881 NOTICE...
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Control functions Rear shock absorber Compression damping force setting (for To increase the compression damping force slow compression damping): (for fast compression damping), turn the ad- Minimum (soft): 16 click(s) in direction (b)* justing bolt in direction (a). To decrease the Standard: compression damping force, turn the adjust- 6 click(s) in direction (b)*...
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Control functions 1. Compression damping force adjusting screw Compression damping force setting: Minimum (soft): 12 click(s) in direction (b)* Standard: 6 click(s) in direction (b)* Maximum (hard): 2 click(s) in direction (b)* * With the adjusting knob fully turned in direction (a) ESU13013 1.
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Control functions 1. Red paint area 2. Adjustable range 3. Standard position Tighten the locknut while holding the ad- justing nut in place. Locknut tightening torque: 25 Nm (2.5 m·kgf, 18 ft·lbf)
• Make sure that drive guard is tightened 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 •...
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• Correct if necessary. • Make sure that operation is smooth and spring Throttle lever back to its home position when released. • Check the T.O.R.S. for proper operation. Throttle override system • If system is defective, have Yamaha dealer check (T.O.R.S.) vehicle.
If the engine does not start or if it stops Turn the main switch to the start position again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the and release it when the engine starts. snowmobile.
Before you ride, always perform the pre-oper- ing the engine break-in period, immedi- ation checks listed on page 30. The short time ately have a Yamaha dealer check the spent checking the condition of the snowmo- snowmobile. bile will be rewarded with added safety and a ESU11333 more reliable snowmobile.
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Operation The beginning operator should select a large As you approach a curve, slow down and be- flat area to become familiar with the snowmo- gin to turn the handlebar in the desired direc- bile. Make sure that this area is free of obsta- tion.
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Operation risk of an accident. Do not try steeper or Riding downhill more difficult inclines until you have de- EWS00240 WARNING veloped your skill on gentle slopes. Use extra caution when applying the brake You should practice first on gentle slopes. Try during a descent.
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Operation the seat and the foot of your uphill leg on the Hard-packed snow running board. This position will make it easi- It can be more difficult to negotiate on hard- er for you to shift your body weight as needed. packed snow as both the skis and drive track do not have as much traction as when the snowmobile is operated on fresh snow.
Maximizing drive track life manufacturer for installation and stud pattern Recommendations recommendations. Track tension Yamaha does not recommend track stud- During initial break-in, the new drive track will ding. tend to stretch quickly as the track settles. Be ESU13220 Driving...
Operation Reduce speed and avoid sharp turning Release the parking brake by moving the when operating the snowmobile in re- parking brake lever to the right. verse. To select the desired operating position, pull the shift lever out, slide it to “FWD” or to “REV”...
Operation ESU11430 Transporting When transporting your snowmobile on a trail- er or in a truck, observe the following recom- mendations to help protect it from damage: If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck, put a tight fitting cover on the snowmobile.
Yamaha dealers are trained and equipped to perform these particular services. ESU11461 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. INITIAL...
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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 breather hose for cracks Crankcase breather or damage. — system • Replace if necessary. •...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11561 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- •...
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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 toe-out. * Steering system • Adjust if necessary. • Check bearing assemblies for looseness.
Insert the projection on the rear of the tempt to diagnose such problems yourself. side cover into the slot in the fuel tank Instead, take the snowmobile to a Yamaha side cover and insert the projections on dealer for inspection and possible repairs.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment is too long, overheating and engine damage ECS00382 NOTICE may result. If the reach is too short, spark plug Make sure that the spark plug caps are se- fouling and poor performance may result. Al- curely installed. Otherwise the spark plug so, if the reach is too short, carbon will form on caps could be damaged due to engine vi- the exposed threads resulting in combustion...
Yamaha dealer. Operating the snowmobile with a mal- functioning T.O.R.S. could result in loss of control.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Remove the shroud, the left side cover, and the right side cover. (See page 44 for removal procedures.) Remove the headlight unit stay quick fas- teners and disconnect the air tempera- ture sensor coupler. 1. Air filter case cover Lift up the air filter element frame and check the air filter element.
20000 km (12000 mi) of op- the area where you bought it, be sure to con- eration. sult a Yamaha dealer. The dealer can tell you if there are any changes necessary for the al- To check the engine oil level titude where you plan to ride.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Remove the oil filler cap, wipe the dipstick clean, insert it back into the oil filler hole (without screwing it in), and then remove it again to check the oil level. Start the engine, warm it up for 10–15 minutes, and then turn it off.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole, and then tighten the oil filler cap. Connect the oil level gauge coupler. Install the right side cover and the shroud. To change the engine oil (with or without oil fil- ter cartridge replacement) Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
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10. Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench. 1. Cylinder head cap 1. Oil filter cartridge An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer. 1. Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank) 11. Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the O- Place an oil pan under the engine to col- ring of the new oil filter cartridge.
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15. Start the engine, warm it up for several ning, immediately turn the engine off minutes, and then turn it off. and have a Yamaha dealer check the 16. Add sufficient oil of the recommended snowmobile. Continuing to operate type to raise it to the “H” level mark on the the engine under such conditions dipstick.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ing sound has stopped, press down on the cap while turning counterclockwise and remove it. 1. Left lower cover 1. Radiator cap To check the coolant level Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir when the engine is cold.
“FULL” mark. Install the coolant reservoir cap. Check for any coolant leakage. Install the shroud. 1. Coolant reservoir cap If you find any leaks, consult a Yamaha deal- ESU12064 V-belt EWS00401 WARNING Coming in contact with the rotating V- belt or clutch parts can cause severe in- jury or death.
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1.5 mm (0.06 in) below the edge of left side cover and the shroud. the secondary sheave assembly. To replace and adjust the V-belt Have a Yamaha dealer make this adjust- EWS00411 ment. WARNING When installing a new V-belt, make sure that it is positioned properly.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment force the V-belt between the sheaves; the secondary sliding and fixed sheaves Apply the parking brake before replacing the must touch each other. V-belt. Remove the shroud and the left side cov- er, and then remove the drive guard. (See pages 17 and 44 for removal proce- dures.) Rotate the secondary sliding sheave...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Rotate the secondary sliding sheave clockwise and push it so that it separates from the secondary fixed sheave. 1. Secondary sliding sheave 2. Secondary fixed sheave 10. Install the V-belt between the secondary sliding and fixed sheaves. 1.
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 Recommended drive chain oil: system.
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Yamaha dealer to replace them. Test the brake at a low speed when starting out to make sure that it is working properly. If...
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WARNING 3. Parking brake pad adjusting bolt Make sure that the brake fluid and the fol- 4. Parking brake pad locknut lowing parts are replaced by a Yamaha Parking brake pad to brake disc clear- dealer. ance (a) + (b): 1.5–2.0 mm (0.059–0.079 in)
1. Distance A 2. Distance B Ski toe-out (distance A – distance B): 0.0–15.0 mm (0.00–0.59 in) If the alignment is not correct, consult a Yamaha dealer. ESU12151 Steering system Check the handlebar for excessive free play. To check the handlebar 1.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment If excessive free play is felt, consult a Yamaha Adjust or replace if necessary. (See the fol- dealer. lowing section for more details.) ESU12173 Drive track and slide runners Drive track EWS00480 WARNING A broken track, track fittings or debris thrown by the drive track could be danger- ous to an operator or bystanders.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Drive track deflection 1. Slide runner Standard drive track deflection: Drive track Shifted to Shifted to left alignment right 25.0–30.0 mm (0.98–1.18 in) Left adjusting Turn out Turn in If the deflection is incorrect, adjust the drive track.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Shifted to right Recheck alignment and deflection. If nec- essary, repeat steps 3 to 5 until the prop- er adjustment is achieved. Tighten the rear axle nut. Rear axle nut tightening torque: 75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf, 54 ft·lbf) Slide runners Check the slide runners for wear and dam- age.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EWS00511 FX10RTRS WARNING Do not grease the throttle cable because it could become frozen, which could cause loss of control. Apply a dab of grease onto the cable end only. Lubricants: Brake lever: Silicone grease Other lubrication points: Low-temperature grease 1.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Unhook the headlight bulb holder, and Turn the headlight beam adjusting screw then remove the burnt-out bulb. in or out to adjust the headlight beams. To lower the headlight beams, turn the headlight beam adjusting screw in direc- tion (a).
A FIRE HAZARD. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. ECS00631 Charge or have a Yamaha dealer charge the NOTICE battery as soon as possible if it seems to have Be sure to turn the main switch to the off discharged.
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Connect the negative battery lead. Install the right side cover and the shroud. If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile. 1. “IGN” (ignition) fuse 2. “FAN” (radiator fan) fuse 3. “SIG” (signaling system) fuse 4.
Clean fuel line. 1. Throttle switch connector ↓ Compression • Clogged injector: Insufficient Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. • Loose cylinder head nuts: Fuel supplied to combustion chamber Tighten nuts properly. • Flooded engine: ↓ Crank engine or wipe the spark plugs •...
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(+) terminal Faulty wire connections: Check connec- of the booster battery. tions or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Connect the black (–) jumper cable to the Discharged battery: Charge battery or negative (–) terminal of the booster bat- see “Discharged battery”...
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Engine does not upshift or downshift properly or engages harshly Worn or damaged V-belt: Replace the V- belt or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude or conditions: Ask a Yamaha dealer to in- spect.
(gaso- the fuel increases the chance for water to en- line), rust removers or inhibitors, brake ter the engine. Use Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine fluid, antifreeze or electrolyte. Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to...
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Apply a coat of wax to painted surfaces. Apply that you have your snowmobile checked and suitable protectants to the exterior of the en- tuned by a Yamaha dealer. The dealer has gine, drive track, and to other metal, plastic, the experience and training to help you get and rubber parts.
Record the frame serial number, engine serial number (Primary ID), and key identification number in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. Also, record and keep the ID numbers in a separate place in case the snowmobile is sto- len.
WARRANTY PERIOD: WARRANTY TRANSFER: To transfer any remain- 1. All Yamaha snowmobiles shall be warranted for a ing warranty from the original purchaser to any subse- term of one (1) year from the date of purchase, plus quent purchaser, it is imperative that the machine be a special early-season extension (if applicable).
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Post Office Box 6555 specified in the Owner’s Manual? Cypress, California 90630 A. No. The warranty on a new Yamaha cannot be “voided” or “canceled.” However, if a particular failure is caused by operation or maintenance other than as shown in the Owner’s Manual, that failure may not be...
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If the dealer is not able to do so, he is expected to contact Yamaha Motor If you should move after you have purchased your new Corporation, U.S.A., for clarification or assistance.
Consumer information ESU12510 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.)
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Index Air filter, checking........47 Location of the important labels ....1 Low coolant temperature indicator light ... 11 Battery............67 Lubrication..........65 Brake and parking brake ......59 Brake lever ..........15 Main switch ..........8 Break-in............ 33 Oil level warning indicator ......12 Center and rear shock absorbers, or rear shock absorber, adjusting Parking brake lever ........
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Index Transporting ..........39 Troubleshooting ........70 Valve clearance........49 V-belt............55...
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