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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.
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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 2018.07-0.3×1 CR...
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OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. PZ5ATK 8GK-28199-SC-E0...
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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 RPZ50MP (PZ5AT) ( JYE8GR00...
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.
Contents Tow hitch (RUS) and tow hitch Location of the important labels..1 bracket (FIN)(SWE)..... 27 Fuel ..........28 Safety information......11 Suspension ........29 Description........13 Pre-operation checks ..... 34 Pre-operation check list....34 Control functions......15 Main switch ........15 Operation .........
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Contents Skis and ski runners...... 65 Steering system ......66 Drive track and slide runners ..66 Lubrication ........69 Replacing a headlight bulb ... 70 Adjusting the headlight beams ..70 Fittings and fasteners....71 Battery........... 71 Replacing a fuse ......72 Troubleshooting ......
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.
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Location of the important labels • PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE. MIN. OCTANE (PUMP : 91 RON : 95) • ESSENCE SUPER SANS PLOMB. INDICE D’OCTANE MIN. (POMPE : 91 RON : 95) 8GC-2415E-E0 B88-2817K-20 TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT ENGINE MOTEUR 1.SPARK PLUG...
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Location of the important labels VARNING VAROITUS 8JT-77765-S0 < 1176 N < 147 N 8HF-2817S-00 MAX.BELASTNING/RASKAIN TAAKKA 20kg {44lbs} 8FM-24897-11...
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Location of the important labels RPZ50MP 2018 58.8 kW 305 kg 8GR-2156A-10 YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN 8AC-2817L-00...
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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...
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Location of the important labels EN228 fuel identification mark. Gasoline of ethanol 5% or less can be used. EN228 fuel identification mark. Gasoline of ethanol 10% or less can be used.
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Location of the important labels For RUSSIA 9 10 11...
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Location of the important labels 8GR-77761-R1 • PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE. MIN. OCTANE (PUMP : 91 RON : 95) • ESSENCE SUPER SANS PLOMB. INDICE D’OCTANE MIN. (POMPE : 91 RON : 95) 8GC-2415E-E0 TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT ENGINE MOTEUR 1.SPARK PLUG...
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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 250 cm³ (8.5 oz) 2. CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE 250 cm³ 2. TYPE D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE GL-3 75W or 80W 3.
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Location of the important labels 2018 YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN 8AC-2817L-00 RPZ50MP 58.8 kW 305 kg 8GR-2156A-10 8HN-2811S-00 8JE-77764-R0...
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 ...
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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.
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Description 1. Brake lever 7. Throttle lever 2. Parking brake lever 8. Shroud latch 3. Grip/thumb warmer adjusting switch 9. Main switch 4. Headlight beam switch 10. Auxiliary DC jack 5. Multi-function meter unit 6. Engine stop switch The snowmobile you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual.
Control functions throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will ESU10293 Main switch decelerate, and the engine will return to idle The main switch controls the ignition and when it is released. lighting systems. The various positions are described below. 1. Throttle lever ESU10348 1.
“84” will flash in the meter display. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the system as soon as possible. 1. Meter display 2. Drive indicator light “...
Control functions Odometer, tripmeter, and engine ter should not be used while riding the speed meter modes snowmobile since the reading will vary from the actual engine speed. ESU10412 High beam indicator light “ ” The high beam indicator light comes on when the high beams of the headlights are switched on.
1. Low coolant temperature indicator If the knock control system indicator light “ ” light is flashing, have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile as soon as pos- sible. Drive the snowmobile at low speeds when the low coolant temperature indicator light is on.
Control functions The snowmobile can be shifted into drive or If the fuel level warning indicator and the reverse by pushing the drive select switch. warning light come on, refuel as soon as pos- (See page 22 for drive select switch opera- sible.
If the fuel level warning indicator, the warning light, and all segments of the fuel meter flash, 1. Oil level/pressure warning indicator “ ” have a Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmo- 2. Warning light “ ” bile as soon as possible.
When this occurs, stop the engine If the warning indicator and the warning light immediately and allow the engine to cool still remain on, have a Yamaha dealer check down, and then check the coolant level in the the snowmobile.
Control functions engine longer than necessary if there is an ECS00053 NOTICE error code to avoid possible engine dam- Do not use the drive select switch while age. [ECS00821] the snowmobile is moving. Otherwise, the drive train could be damaged. ESU10532 Engine stop switch “...
Control functions See “Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator” on page 19 for detailed informa- tion. ESU10697 Auxiliary DC jack The auxiliary DC jack is located in the front panel and can be used for accessories. The auxiliary DC jack can only be used if the engine is running.
Control functions Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter or other accessory with a plug that gets hot because the jack can be damaged. Maximum rated capacity: DC 12 V, 2.5 A (30 W) ESU10552 Brake lever The snowmobile is stopped by braking the 1.
Control functions Be careful not to scratch the windshield when removing or installing the drive guard. The drive guard is designed to protect the V- belt clutch and V-belt in case parts break or come loose. The drive guard is located behind the left side cover.
Control functions Tighten the bolts and close the zipper. Backrest bolt tightening torque: 23 N·m (2.3 kgf·m, 17 lb·ft) EWS00132 WARNING Do not sit on the backrest. Otherwise, you could lose your balance, fall, and be in- jured. 1. Passenger grip warmer switch ESU15121 2.
Control functions To install the storage pouch Maximum load limit: Put the storage pouch in the original po- 20 kg (44 lbs) sition. Fasten the storage pouch upper buckles. EWS00141 WARNING Pass the storage pouch lower strap be- Do not use the rear carrier to lift the snow- tween the bracket and the frame, and mobile.
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) ESU10639 Fuel 1. Filler tube EWS00072 2. Maximum fuel level WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are ex- tremely flammable.
Never siphon gasoline by mouth. If you If you are not familiar with suspension adjust- should swallow some gasoline or inhale a ments, have a Yamaha dealer make these lot of gasoline vapor, or get some gasoline adjustments. in your eyes, see your doctor immediately.
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Control functions ESU10896 Spring preload setting*: Adjusting the spring preload of the Minimum (soft): front shock absorbers 137.5 mm (5.41 in) EWS00721 Standard: WARNING 138.5 mm (5.45 in) Maximum (hard): The spring preload of the left and right 148.5 mm (5.85 in) shock absorbers must be adjusted to the * Distance A changes 1.5 mm (0.06 in) same setting.
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Control functions Rear torsion springs EWS00751 WARNING The left and right spring preloads must be adjusted to the same setting. Uneven set- tings can cause poor handling and loss of stability. To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjuster in direction (a).
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Control functions ESU11036 Adjusting the control rods EWS00771 WARNING The left and right adjusting nuts must be set to the same position. Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of sta- bility. The weight transfer can be adjusted by turn- ing the adjusting nuts on the control rods.
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Control functions ting, indicated by red paint; otherwise, they could be damaged, which could lead to an accident or injury. [EWS00174] 1. Locknut 2. Control rod adjusting nut 3. Standard position 4. Adjustable range 5. Red paint area Tighten the locknut while holding the ad- justing nut in place.
• 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 Turn the main switch to the start position again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the and release it when the engine starts. snowmobile. NOTICE: Release the switch immedi- ...
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...
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Operation Pay particular attention to the safety informa- Braking tion on page 11. 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.
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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.
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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.
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 ...
Operation If transporting the snowmobile in an open Squeeze the throttle lever slowly to start out. trailer or truck, put a tight fitting cover on Turn the handlebar in the desired direc- the snowmobile. A cover specifically de- tion. signed for your snowmobile is best.
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.
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...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11567 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. Steering bearings —...
If you do not have a torque wrench available during a service operation requiring one, take your snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer to check the torque settings and adjust them if necessary. 1. Shroud latch...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Loosen the fasteners, lift up the air filter case cover slightly, and then unhook the cover from the air filter case to remove it. 1. Fastener 2. Left side cover To install the left side cover 1.
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 1.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment down and erode. Consult a Yamaha dealer Before installing any spark plug, measure the before changing to a different type of spark spark plug gap with a wire thickness gauge plug. and adjust to specification. Specified spark plug:...
While holding the pivot point as de- scribed above, squeeze the throttle lever Throttle lever free play: gradually. 2.0–3.0 mm (0.08–0.12 in) Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the free play if necessary. ESU11864 Checking the throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) EWS00353 WARNING When checking the T.O.R.S., take precau-...
800 km (500 mi) of sult a Yamaha dealer. The dealer can tell you operation, and every 20000 km (12000 if there are any changes necessary for the al- mi) of operation thereafter.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Remove the oil filler cap, wipe the dip- stick clean, insert it back into the oil filler hole (without screwing it in), and then re- move it again to check the oil level. Start the engine, warm it up for 10–15 mi- nutes, and then turn it off.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment only the recommended oil. (See page 79.) Make sure that no foreign material enters the engine oil tank. [ECS00463] Check the O-ring for damage, and re- place it if necessary. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole, and then tighten the oil filler cap.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Place an oil pan under the engine to col- only the recommended oil. (See page lect the used oil. 79.) Make sure that no foreign material 10. Remove the engine oil drain bolt and its enters the engine oil tank. [ECS00463] gasket to drain the oil from the crank- case.
Open the shroud, and then remove the engine is running, immediately turn right upper cover. (See page 48 for the the engine off and have a Yamaha procedures.) dealer check the snowmobile. Con- Check the coolant level in the coolant tinuing to operate the engine under reservoir when the engine is cold.
“COLD LEVEL” mark, and then in- is leaking, check for the cause. stall the cap. If you find any leaks, consult a Yamaha deal- Fill the coolant reservoir with coolant un- til it reaches the “COLD LEVEL” mark.
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48 for the procedures.) by changing the positions of the spacers. Remove the drive guard. Have a Yamaha dealer make this adjust- Check the V-belt for wear and damage. ment. Replace if necessary.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. V-belt 1. V-belt Remove the V-belt from the secondary 10. Install the drive guard. sheave assembly and primary sheave 11. Install the left side cover and the left up- assembly. per cover, and then close the shroud. Install the new V-belt over the primary ESU12127 Drive chain housing...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment raise it to the correct level. NOTICE: Install the right side cover. Make sure that no foreign material en- Release the parking brake. ters the drive chain housing. Drive the snowmobile for several minutes [ECS00532] at more than 20 km/h (12 mi/h), and then repeat steps 1–7 to check the oil level again.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment could lead to an accident. Ask a Yamaha Checking the parking brake pads dealer to inspect and repair the brake Check the parking brake pads for wear ac- system. cording to the following procedure. Remove the right side cover. (See page ECS00061 48 for removal procedures.)
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Install the right side cover. Checking the brake fluid level Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above the lower level. Check the brake fluid level with the top of the reservoir level. Re- plenish the brake fluid if necessary. 1.
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 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.
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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.
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.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Install a 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- ed.
Always shield your eyes when working near batteries. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Charge or have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged. Keep in mind that the bat- tery tends to discharge more quickly if the 1.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU12355 Replacing a fuse EWS00551 WARNING Be sure to use the specified fuse. A wrong fuse could cause electrical system dam- age or A FIRE HAZARD. ECS00632 NOTICE Be sure to turn the main switch to the off 1.
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20.0 A, 15.0 A, 10.0 A, 7.5 A, 4.0 A, 3.0 A Connect the negative battery lead by in- stalling the bolt. Install the right side cover. If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile.
Supply fuel. ↓ • Clogged fuel line: Clean fuel line. ↓ • Clogged injector: Ask a Yamaha dealer to check. Fuel supplied to combustion chamber • Flooded engine: Crank engine or wipe spark plugs dry. Electrical system 1. Throttle switch connector ...
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Electric starter does not operate or operates slowly 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.
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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 ...
Do not use strong cleaners or system and injectors. In areas where oxygen- hard sponges as they will cause dulling ated fuel (gasohol) is used, consult a Yamaha or scratching. Some cleaning com- dealer. pounds for plastic may leave scratches on the windshield.
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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.
Remember that your authorized the snowmobile. Yamaha dealer has the special tools, techni- ques, 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,...
Index Air filter, checking ........53 Identification numbers ......81 Auxiliary DC jack ........23 Knock control system indicator light..18 Backrest ........... 26 Battery............71 Location of the important labels ....1 Brake and parking brake......62 Low coolant temperature indicator Brake lever ..........
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Index Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.), checking ..........52 Tool kit ............. 48 Tow hitch (RUS) and tow hitch bracket (FIN)(SWE)..........27 Transporting..........43 Troubleshooting ........74 Two-up (2-up) adjusting blocks, adjusting ..........31 Valve clearance ........54 V-belt............59 V-belt holder ..........25...
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