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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.
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 1 FX10M53S/FX10M62S 4 FX10/FX10XT 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 200 cm³ (6.8 oz) 2. CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE 200 cm³...
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Location of the important labels TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT ENGINE MOTEUR 1.SPARK PLUG 1.TYPE DE BOUGIE CR9E(NGK) CR9E(NGK) 2.SPARK PLUG GAP 2.ECARTEMENT DES ÉLECTRODES 0.7 ~ 0.8 mm (0.028 ~ 0.031 in) 0.7 ~ 0.8 mm 3.IDLE SPEED 3.RÉGIME DE RALENTI 1500 ±...
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Location of the important labels FX10/FX10XT 13,14 This spark ignition system meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. 3JK-82377-10 FX10RTRS WARNING...
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. Brake lever 6. Engine stop switch 2. Parking brake lever 7. Throttle lever 3. Grip/thumb warmer adjusting switch 8. Shift lever 4. Auxiliary DC jack (FX10M53S/FX10M62S) 9. Headlight beam switch 5. Main switch The snowmobile you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual.
Control functions ESU10292 Main switch The main switch controls the ignition and lighting systems. The various positions are described below. 1. Throttle lever ESU10347 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) EWS00041 1. Off WARNING 2. On If the T.O.R.S. is activated, make sure that 3.
“84” will flash in The grip warmer level is initially displayed for the meter display. If this occurs, have a 5 seconds, then the display switches to the Yamaha dealer check the system as soon as fuel meter. possible. 5 4 3 1.
Control functions To reset the tripmeter, push the “RESET” but- The snowmobile can be operated normally af- ton for at least 1 second while the tripmeter is ter the indicator light goes off. displayed. To switch the speedometer, odometer, and tripmeter displays between kilometers and miles, select the odometer mode “ODO”, and then push the “SELECT”...
Control functions Fuel meter The display segments of the fuel meter disap- pear towards “E” (Empty) as the fuel level de- creases. When only one segment is left near “E”, the fuel level warning indicator and the warning light come on. 1.
(see page 56 for engine oil level checking procedures), and add engine oil if necessary. If the oil level warning indicator and the warn- ing light still remain on, have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile. ESU10513 Coolant temperature warning indicator “...
Note the ESU10661 Headlight beam switch error code, and then have a Yamaha dealer “LIGHTS” inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible. Push the headlight beam switch to change the NOTICE: Do not continue to operate the headlight to high beam “HI”...
Control functions To raise the temperature ECS00122 NOTICE To raise the grip warmer temperature, press To avoid circuit overload and a possible the “ ” side of the switch. To raise the thumb fuse blowing, do not use accessories re- warmer temperature, press the “...
Control functions While lightly pushing the brake lever in di- rection (a), turn the adjusting bolt to set the brake lever to the desired position. ESU13032 Shift lever The shift lever is used to put the snowmobile 1. Locknut into forward or reverse. Before shifting, wait 2.
Control functions The drive guard is located behind the left side cover. (See page 50 for removal procedures.) To remove the drive guard Pull out the drive guard locking pin from the drive guard rear holder. 1. Pull out. 2. Slide to “REV” (reverse). 3.
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 Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling when the fuel reaches the bottom of the When installing the storage pouch, make sure filler tube. Because fuel expands when it that the swivel hook is securely hooked onto heats up, heat from the engine or the sun the bracket.
If you are not familiar with suspension adjust- If gasoline spills on your skin, wash with ments, have a Yamaha dealer make these soap and water. If gasoline spills on your adjustments. clothing, change your clothes.
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Control functions Loosen the locknut. Tightening torque: To increase the spring preload and there- Locknut: by harden the suspension, turn the ad- 42 Nm (4.2 m·kgf, 30 ft·lbf) justing nut in direction (a). To decrease ESU13711 the spring preload and thereby soften the Adjusting the air pressure of the front suspension, turn the adjusting nut in di- shock absorbers...
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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 FX10M53S/FX10M62S A shock absorber pump is provided with your snowmobile to adjust the air pressure of the shock absorbers. This pump is equipped with an air pressure gauge. One side of the gauge has a low-pressure meter and the other side of the gauge has a high-pressure meter.
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Control functions Remove the air valve cap from the shock rapidly, check to make sure that the absorber. pump is properly connected and tight- ened onto the air valve. To decrease the air pressure, push the black bleed valve button. NOTICE: Do not exceed 1034 kPa (10.3 kgf/cm², 150 psi).
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Control functions Push the hose connector lock lever FX10RTRS down, and then remove the hose connec- tor from the air valve. When removing the connector, the sound of air escaping may be heard, but this is from the pump hose, not the shock absorber. Install the air valve cap.
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Control functions To increase the rebound damping force, turn the adjusting knob in direction (a). To de- The damping forces will not decrease past the crease the rebound damping force, turn the minimum levels even if the adjusting knobs adjusting knob in direction (b). are turned out more than the minimum set- FX10RTRS tings.
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Control functions To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjuster in di- The spring preload setting is determined by rection (a). To decrease the spring preload measuring distance A, shown in the illustra- and thereby soften the suspension, turn the tion.
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Control functions 1. Shock absorber pump 1. Air valve cap 2. Pressure gauge (low-pressure meter) Install the hose connector of the shock 3. Pressure gauge (high-pressure meter) absorber pump onto the air valve of the EWS00621 shock absorber, tighten it approximately WARNING six turns until the pressure registers on Support the snowmobile securely on a...
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Control functions ened onto the air valve. To decrease the air pressure, push the black bleed valve When removing the connector, the sound of button. NOTICE: Do not exceed 1406 air escaping may be heard, but this is from the kPa (14.1 kgf/cm², 200 psi).
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Control functions overtighten the connector onto the air valve as this will damage the connec- tor seal. [ECS00721] 1. Bleed valve button Air pressure range: 773–1406 kPa (7.7–14.1 kgf/cm², 1. Air valve 110–200 psi) 2. Hose connector Recommended air pressure: 3.
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Control functions ESU13720 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 (FX10/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 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) ESU11034 Adjusting the control rods (FX10XT) 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. NOTICE: Always tighten the locknut against the adjust- ing nut, and then tighten the locknut to the specified torque. [ECS00860] Locknut tightening torque: 25 Nm (2.5 m·kgf, 18 ft·lbf)
• 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 •...
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• Check the deflection. • Adjust if necessary. Drive track • Check for wear and damage. • If necessary, have a Yamaha dealer replace track. • Check for wear and damage. Slide runners • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer replace slide runners.
2. Off position the engine does not start or if it stops again, Turn the main switch to the start position ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snow- and release it when the engine starts. mobile. NOTICE: Release the switch immedi- an engine overheating prevention system, ately after the engine starts.
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. ESU11333 1. Start Riding your snowmobile...
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Operation Pay particular attention to the safety informa- Braking tion on page 5. EWS00220 WARNING Please read all warning and notice labels on Many surfaces such as ice and hard- your snowmobile. Also, read the Snowmobil- packed snow require much longer stop- er’s Safety Handbook that is supplied with ping distances.
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Operation Improper riding techniques such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may cause the snow- mobile to tip. If your snowmobile begins to tip while turning, lean more into the turn to regain balance. If necessary, gradually let off on the throttle or steer to the outside of the turn.
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Operation Snow and ice are slippery, so be prepared for the possibility that your snowmobile could be- gin to slip sideways on the slope. If this hap- pens, 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.
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 sure to correct the track tension and align-...
Operation ESU11360 ESU13223 Strap (FX10M53S/FX10M62S) Driving The strap should be used only by experienced EWS00300 WARNING operators to assist them when traverse (side- Be sure to read the “SAFETY INFORMA- hill) riding. TION” section on page 5 and the “Riding your snowmobile”...
Operation 1. Pull out. Squeeze the throttle lever slowly to start 2. Slide to “FWD” (forward). out. 3. Push in. Turn the handlebar in the desired direc- tion. Squeeze the brake lever to stop the snowmobile. Apply the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the left.
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.
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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 condition. Spark plugs • Adjust gap and clean. • Replace if necessary. • Check and adjust valve clear- Every 40000 km (25000 * Valve clearance ance when engine is cold.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11564 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) Extrovert drive sprocket • Check for wear and damage. (FX10RTRS/ • Replace if necessary. FX10M53S/ FX10M62S) •...
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 check the torque settings and adjust them if To install the shroud necessary.
You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plugs because heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly break down and erode. Consult a Yamaha dealer before changing to a different type of spark plug. Specified spark plug:...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment FX10/FX10RTRS/FX10XT FX10M53S/FX10M62S 1. Rubber cover 1. Rubber cover 2. Locknut 2. Locknut 3. Throttle lever free play adjusting nut 3. Throttle lever free play adjusting nut 4. Throttle lever free play 4. Throttle lever free play Throttle lever free play: 3.0–4.0 mm (0.12–0.16 in) Tighten the locknut.
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 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Remove the shroud, the left side cover, and the right side cover. (See page 50 for removal procedures.) Remove the headlight unit stay quick fas- teners and disconnect the air tempera- ture sensor coupler.
800 km (500 mi) of the area where you bought it, be sure to con- operation, and every 20000 km (12000 sult a Yamaha dealer. The dealer can tell you mi) of operation thereafter. if there are any changes necessary for the al- 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 with- out oil filter cartridge replacement) Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
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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.
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“H” level mark on the dip- and have a Yamaha dealer check the stick. (See above for the checking proce- snowmobile. Continuing to operate dure.) NOTICE: When adding the...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment the engine under such conditions could cause severe engine damage. [ECS00471] 20. Install the bottom panel. 21. Install the right lower cover and the left lower cover. 1. Left lower cover 22. Install the drive guard, the right side cov- er, the left side cover, and the shroud.
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If water has been add- Remove the coolant reservoir cap and ed to the coolant, have a Yamaha deal- add coolant until it reaches the “FULL” er check the antifreeze content of the mark.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment If you find any leaks, consult a Yamaha deal- Fill the coolant reservoir with coolant until it reaches the “FULL” mark. Install the coolant reservoir cap. Install the shroud. ESU12067 V-belt EWS00402 WARNING Coming in contact with the rotating V- belt or clutch parts can cause severe in- jury or death.
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V-belt position. Do not Have a Yamaha dealer make this adjust- force the V-belt between the sheaves; the ment. secondary sliding and fixed sheaves Place the snowmobile on a level surface must touch each other.
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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...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 10. Rotate the secondary sliding sheave clockwise and push it so that it separates from the secondary fixed sheave. 1. Dipstick Remove the dipstick and check that the oil level is within the range shown at the 1.
Do not operate the snowmobile if you cover. (See page 50 for removal proce- find any problems in the brake system. dures.) You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident. Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect and repair the brake system.
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Check the parking brake pads for wear by measuring the thickness of the pads. If the parking brake pads reach the wear limit, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. 1. Parking brake pad adjusting bolt locknut 2. Parking brake pad adjusting bolt 3.
Skis and ski runners Changing the brake fluid Check the skis and ski runners for wear and EWS00471 damage. Replace if necessary. WARNING Make sure that the brake fluid and the fol- lowing parts are replaced by a Yamaha dealer.
FX10M53S 6.0 mm (0.24 in) FX10M62S 6.0 mm (0.24 in) If the alignment is not correct, consult a FX10RTRS 8.0 mm (0.31 in) Yamaha dealer. FX10XT 8.0 mm (0.31 in) ESU12152 Ski wear limit: Steering system FX10 13 mm (0.5 in)
Check the drive track alignment and deflec- If excessive free play is felt, consult a Yamaha tion, and check the track for wear and dam- dealer. age.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Slide runner 1. Drive track deflection 2. Slide runner Measuring the drive track deflection Lay the snowmobile on its side. Standard drive track deflection: Measure the drive track deflection with a FX10 25.0–30.0 mm (0.98–1.18 in) FX10M53S 40.0–45.0 mm (1.57–1.77 spring scale.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Align the drive track by turning the left Shifted to left and right adjusting nuts. Drive track Shifted to Shifted to left alignment right Left adjusting Turn out Turn in Right adjust- Turn in Turn out ing nut 1.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ECS00610 NOTICE Only use in deep snow riding condi- tions. Operation on areas with light snowfall, ice, hard-packed snow, dirt, or grass will result in rapid wear or damage to the track and slide runners from lack of snow which serves as a lubricant.
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).
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Be sure to use the specified fuse. A wrong fuse could cause electrical system dam- Charge or have a Yamaha dealer charge the age or A FIRE HAZARD. battery as soon as possible if it seems to have 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. “S/H” (helmet shield heater jack) fuse 3. “FAN” (radiator fan) fuse 4.
Supply fuel. ↓ • Clogged fuel line: Clean fuel line. ↓ • Clogged injector: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Fuel supplied to combustion chamber • Flooded engine: Crank engine or wipe the spark plugs dry. Electrical system Poor spark or no spark •...
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Engine stop switch is pushed in: Pull it out. battery. Faulty wire connections: Check connec- Connect the other end of the red (+) tions or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal Discharged battery: Charge battery or see of the booster 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.
Consumer information ESU13461 Vehicle Emission Control Infor- mation label 1. Vehicle Emission Control Information label The Vehicle Emission Control Information la- bel is affixed at the location in the illustration. This label shows specifications related to ex- haust emissions as required by federal law, state law and Environment Canada.
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.