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Yamaha’s vast experience in the produc- tion of fine sporting and touring snowmobiles. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a lead- er in these fields. This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic mainte- nance of this snowmobile.
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If there is any question concerning this manual, please consult a Yamaha dealer. This manual should be considered a per- manent part of this snowmobile and should remain with the snowmobile when resold.
Contents Suspension ........24 Safety information ......1 Location of the important labels ..4 Pre-operation checks ..... 29 Pre-operation check list ....29 Description ........7 Operation ......... 31 Control functions ......10 Starting the engine ....... 31 Main switch ........10 Break-in ........
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Fittings and fasteners ....67 Battery .......... 67 Replacing a fuse ......67 Troubleshooting ......71 Storage ..........75 Specifications ......... 77 Consumer information....79 Identification number records ..79 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY ....80 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.)........83...
Be- come familiar with all of the operating controls and their function. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any control or func- tion you do not understand. For safety and proper care of the snow- mobile, always perform the pre-operation checks on page 29 before starting the en- gine.
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Safety information Fill the fuel tank outdoors with extreme Operation care. Never remove the fuel cap in- Do not run the engine indoors, except doors. Never fill the fuel tank indoors. when starting the engine to transport the Never refuel while smoking or in the vi- snowmobile in or out of the building.
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Fuel may leak out from the fuel breather hose. Modifications made to the snowmobile not approved by Yamaha, or the removal of original equipment may render your snowmobile unsafe for use that may cause severe personal injury.
Safety information ESU10231 Location of the important labels Please read the following labels carefully before operating this snowmobile. NOTE: Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
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Safety information ATTENTION CAUTION Cleaning with alkaline or acid cleaner, Eviter de nettoyer le pare-brise avec une solution alcaline ou gasoline or solvent will damage windshield. acide ainsi qu’avec de l’essence ou un diluant. Use neutral detergent. Utiliser un détergent neutre. 3JJ-2835Y-A0 3JJ-2835Y-B0 7 RX10LTGT/RX10LTGTA...
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Safety information NOTE: The following suspension adjustment charts are included with the Owner’s Manual.
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Description NOTE: 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 ESU10281 the throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile Main switch will decelerate, and the engine will return to The main switch controls the ignition and idle when it is released. lighting systems. The various positions are described below. 1. Throttle lever EWS00030 1.
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Control functions Be sure to use the specified spark plug Running and spark plug cap. Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. will not work properly. If the throttle bodies or throttle cable malfunc- tions during operation, the T.O.R.S. will oper- ate when the throttle lever is released. The T.O.R.S.
Control functions After the engine is started, the tachometer makes one sweep, and the low coolant tem- perature indicator light, the warning light, and all segments of the meter display turn on and off once. 1. Warning light “ ” 2.
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Control functions To reset a tripmeter, push the “RESET” button for at least 1 second while the tripmeter is dis- played. NOTE: To switch the speedometer, odometer, and tripmeter displays between kilometers and miles, select the odometer mode “ODO”, and then push the “SELECT” button for at least 10 seconds while the snowmobile is stopped.
Control functions ESU10471 Low coolant temperature indi- cator light “ ” The low coolant temperature indicator light comes on when the coolant temperature is low and informs the rider that the snowmobile should be warmed up. After the engine is started, warm it up until the indicator light goes off.
Control functions the compression damping force level of the NOTE: electronically controlled rear shock absorber The snowmobile must be stopped on a level respectively. surface to obtain an accurate fuel meter read- ing, since the reading changes according to the movement and inclination of the snowmo- bile.
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Control functions The top segment of the fuel meter, grip warmer level indicator, rear suspension compression damping level indicator, and thumb warmer level indicator flashes once when the corresponding adjustment reach- es the maximum level. The bottom segment of the fuel meter, grip warmer level indica- tor, rear suspension compression damping level indicator, and thumb warmer level in- dicator flashes once when the correspond-...
Add engine oil as tinuously. soon as possible. When this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer in- If the oil level warning indicator and the warn- spect the snowmobile as soon as possible. ing light do not go off, check the engine oil lev-...
1. Coolant temperature warning indicator “ ” Note the error code, and then have a 2. Warning light “ ” Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible in order to avoid engine ECS00040 CAUTION: damage. Do not operate the engine if it overheats.
Control functions See “Fuel meter, grip warmer level indicator, rear suspension compression damping level indicator, and thumb warmer level indicator” on page 14 for detailed information. 1. Engine stop switch“ ” During the first few rides, practice using the stop switch so that you can react quickly in an emergency.
Control functions 1. Auxiliary DC jack cap 1. Brake lever 2. Auxiliary DC jack NOTE: NOTE: When the brake lever is operated, the brake After using the auxiliary DC jack, be sure to light will illuminate. remove the accessory power plug from the ECS00060 jack and close the auxiliary DC jack cap.
Control functions Tighten the locknut securely after adjust- ESU10590 Shift lever ing the brake lever. The shift lever is used to put the snowmobile ESU10580 Parking brake lever into forward or reverse. After coming to a When parking the snowmobile or starting the complete stop, pull the shift lever out, slide it engine, apply the parking brake by moving the to “FWD”...
Control functions 1. Pull out. 1. Left side cover 2. Slide to “REV” (reverse). 3. Release. ECS00070 CAUTION: Do not shift from “FWD” to “REV” or from “REV” to “FWD” while the snowmobile is moving. Otherwise, the drive system could be damaged. ESU10720 Shroud and covers 1.
Control functions ESU10750 ESU10810 Drive guard Storage compartment The drive guard is designed to cover the V- Open the storage compartment to store the belt clutch and V-belt in case parts break or tool kit, spare parts, or other small items. come loose.
2. Fuel level conditions. EWS00150 WARNING Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. This shock absorber contains highly pres- surized nitrogen gas. It could explode by improper handling, causing injury, or property damage.
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Control functions Compression damping force The compression damping force of each ski shock absorber can be adjusted by turning the compression damping force adjusting knob. To increase the compression damping force, turn the adjusting knob in direction (a). To de- crease the compression damping force, turn the adjusting knob in direction (b).
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NOTE: the spring seat. The damping forces will not decrease past the Have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment minimum levels even if the adjusting knobs as it requires special tools. are turned out more than the minimum set- tings.
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Control functions Loosen the locknut. Turn the control rod adjuster in direction (a) to increase weight transfer or direction (b) to decrease weight transfer. 1. Grip warmer/rear suspension compression damping adjustment switch Adjusting the rebound damping force The rebound damping force can be adjusted by turning the adjusting dial.
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Control functions Locknut tightening torque: 35 Nm (3.5 m·kgf, 25 ft·lb) ECS00320 CAUTION: When using the special wrench, make sure that it is situated at a right angle to the control rod, and that it is tightly fitted to the locknut or the control rod adjuster.
• Check the drive guard mounts for damage. • Make sure that the drive guard is firmly in place. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy- draulic system. • Check brake pads for wear.
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Shroud and covers fastened. • Check for wear and damage. Skis and ski runners • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer replace skis or ski runners. • Check for deflection, wear and damage. Drive track • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer replace track.
Operation ESU11300 Starting the engine EWS00200 WARNING Be sure to check the “SAFETY INFOR- MATION” section carefully before start- ing the engine. Make sure that the parking brake is ap- plied. 1. Start ECS00330 CAUTION: Release the switch immediately after the engine starts.
If any engine trouble should occur dur- miliar with the snowmobile’s handling and ing the engine break-in period, immedi- performance characteristics. ately have a Yamaha dealer check the The beginning operator should select a large snowmobile. flat area to become familiar with the snowmo- bile.
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Operation EWS00220 If your snowmobile begins to tip while turning, WARNING lean more into the turn to regain balance. If Many surfaces such as ice and hard- necessary, gradually let off on the throttle or packed snow require much longer stop- steer to the outside of the turn.
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Operation snowmobile from the uphill side. Restart the uphill side. A recommended riding position is engine, release the parking brake, and de- to kneel with the knee of your downhill leg on scend the hill. the seat and the foot of your uphill leg on the EWS00230 running board.
Operation Hard-packed snow Always check the drive track for damage It can be more difficult to negotiate on hard- or maladjustment before operating the packed snow as both the skis and drive track snowmobile. do not have as much traction as when the Do not operate the snowmobile if you snowmobile is operated on fresh snow.
To mini- mize possible damage, consult your stud manufacturer for installation and stud pattern recommendations. Yamaha does not recommend track stud- ding. ESU11390 1. Pull out. Driving 2.
Operation Release the parking brake by moving the Make sure that the key is removed from parking brake lever to the right. the main switch whenever the operator leaves the snowmobile, to prevent acci- dental starting. Press the throttle lever slowly to move the snowmobile.
(if applicable). EWS00340 WARNING If you are not familiar with maintenance work, have a Yamaha dealer do it for you. PROPER PERIODIC MAINTENANCE OF YOUR SNOWMOBILE IS IMPORTANT IN ORDER TO ENJOY LONG, PLEASURABLE SERVICE. ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT ARE THE MAIN- TENANCE SERVICES RELATED TO EMISSION CONTROL.
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800 km 4000 km (500 mi) (2500 mi) (40 hr) (200 hr) • Check for leakage. * Exhaust system • Tighten or replace gasket if — necessary. * It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Periodic maintenance ESU11560 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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• Tighten if necessary. • Check condition. * Battery • Charge if necessary. * It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. NOTE: Brake system: After disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, always change the brake fluid.
If you do not have a torque wrench available stay, slowly lower it to the original position, during a service operation requiring one, take and then tighten the fasteners. your snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer to check the torque settings and adjust them if necessary. ESU11750...
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Periodic maintenance 1. Fastener 1. Screw 2. Right side cover 2. Cable guide Remove the bolts, disconnect the main switch coupler and auxiliary DC jack cou- pler, and then remove the top cover. 1. Fastener 2. Left side cover To install a side cover 1.
Before installing any spark plug, measure the tempt to diagnose such problems yourself. electrode gap with a wire thickness gauge Instead, take the snowmobile to a Yamaha and adjust to specification. dealer for inspection and possible repairs. You should periodically remove and inspect...
ECS00400 the headlight unit. CAUTION: Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. Make sure that the throttle lever moves smoothly. Remove the shroud, the left and right side covers, and the top cover.
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Periodic maintenance Remove the headlight unit bolt on each side of the snowmobile and the bolts shown on the top cover. 1. Locknut 2. Throttle cable free play adjusting bolt 3. Throttle cable free play 1. Headlight unit bolt Throttle cable free play: 2.0–3.0 mm (0.08–0.12 in) Tighten the locknut.
(above) and forefinger (be- to the off position and consult a Yamaha low) between the throttle lever pivot and dealer. the engine stop switch housing.
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Periodic maintenance Remove the headlight unit bolt on each side of the snowmobile and the bolts shown on the top cover. Place the air filter element frame in the original position, and then install the air filter case cover. 1. Headlight unit bolt Install the air filter case cover by hooking the fasteners.
800 km (500 mi) of operation, sult a Yamaha dealer. The dealer can tell you and every 4000 km (2500 mi) thereafter if there are any changes necessary for the al- or at the start of a new season, other- titude where you plan to ride.
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ECS00451 CAUTION: placed every 20000 km (12000 mi) of op- Disconnect the oil level gauge coupler be- eration. Have a Yamaha dealer replace fore removing the oil filler cap, otherwise the oil filter cartridge. the cable could twist and break.
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To change the engine oil (without oil filter car- Disconnect the oil level gauge coupler. tridge replacement) NOTE: It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer change the engine oil. Place the snowmobile on a level surface, and apply the parking brake.
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3.8 L (4.02 US qt) (3.34 Imp.qt) cator comes on when the engine is run- ning, immediately turn the engine off and 12. Start the engine, warm it up for several have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmo- minutes, and then turn it off.
“COLD LEVEL” mark. (See the following seen in the cooling system, or if there is a section “Replenishing the coolant” for cooling system leak. Consult a Yamaha deal- more details.) ECS00500 CAUTION:...
Remove the coolant reservoir cap, fill the and then install the cap. reservoir with the recommended coolant, Check for any coolant leakage. and then install the cap. NOTE: If you find any leaks, consult a Yamaha deal- Install the top cover. ESU12060 V-belt EWS00400 WARNING...
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1.5 mm (0.06 in) below the edge of sure that it is positioned properly. Other- the secondary sheave assembly. wise, the V-belt clutch engagement Have a Yamaha dealer make this adjust- speed will be changed and the snowmo- ment. bile may move unexpectedly when the...
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Periodic maintenance Standard V-belt position: From 1.5 mm (0.06 in) above the edge of the secondary sheave assembly to 0.5 mm (0.02 in) below the edge. If the V-belt position is incorrect, adjust it by removing or adding a spacer on each V-belt position adjusting bolt.
Periodic maintenance Tighten the V-belt position adjusting ESU12100 Drive chain housing bolts. EWS00430 WARNING V-belt position adjusting bolt tightening torque: The engine, oil tank, brake disc, and cool- 10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lb) ant hoses will be very hot after the engine has been run.
Periodic maintenance 1. Maximum level mark 1. Notch 2. Minimum level mark 2. Projection Install the right side cover and the shroud. To adjust the chain tension Remove the shroud and the right side cover. (See page 42 for removal proce- dures.) Loosen the locknut.
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If the brake pads reach the wear limit, ask a EWS00450 Yamaha dealer to replace them. WARNING Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. Loosen the parking brake pad locknut and the parking brake pad adjusting bolt.
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WARNING Parking brake pad to brake disc clear- Make sure that the brake fluid and the ance (a) + (b): above parts are replaced by a Yamaha 1.5–2.0 mm (0.059–0.079 in) dealer. Tighten the parking brake pad locknut. Brake fluid replacement is necessary when...
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 If excessive free play is felt, consult a Yamaha Adjust or replace if necessary. (See the fol- dealer. lowing section for more details.) ESU12171 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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If the deflection is incorrect, adjust the drive track. Adjusting the drive track EWS00500 WARNING Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. Support the snowmobile securely on a 1. Slide runner suitable stand before working under- neath the snowmobile.
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Periodic maintenance Adjust the drive track deflection to speci- fication. Drive track More than Less than deflection specified specified Left adjusting Turn in Turn out Right adjust- Turn in Turn out ing nut ECS00591 CAUTION: 1. Left adjusting nut The right and left adjusting nuts should be 2.
Apply a dab of grease onto the cable end only. Do not grease the throttle cable be- cause it could become frozen, which could cause loss of control. Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer lubri- cate the front and rear suspensions. Lubricant: Low-temperature grease 1.
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Periodic maintenance 1. Screw 1. Bulb holder Remove the bulb. Install the new bulb, and then hook the bulb holder onto the headlight unit. Bulb type: Halogen bulb ECS00620 CAUTION: Keep oil and your hands away from the glass part of the bulb or its life and illumi- 1.
Remove the shroud, the left and right To charge the battery side covers, and the top cover. (See page Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as 42 for removal procedures.) soon as possible if it seems to have dis- Remove the headlight unit bolts, discon- charged.
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Periodic maintenance 1. Headlight unit bolt 1. Crankcase breather hose clamp 2. Bypass air hose clamp Unhook the air filter case fastener and 3. Crankcase breather hose disconnect the air temperature sensor 4. Bypass air hose coupler. Slide the clamp down, and then discon- nect the air filter case drain hose.
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Periodic maintenance Specified fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A “HEAD” (headlight) fuse: 20.0 A “SIG” (signal) fuse: 10.0 A “DC TERM” (auxiliary DC jack) fuse: 3.0 A “IGN” (ignition) fuse: 1. Spare fuse 20.0 A 2.
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Headlight unit bolt tightening torque: 3 Nm (0.3 m·kgf, 2.2 ft·lb) 14. Install the top cover, the left and right side covers, and the shroud. NOTE: If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile.
• No fuel in tank: Supply fuel. ket. • Clogged fuel line: Clean fuel line. • Worn or damaged piston and cylinder: • Clogged injector: Ask a Yamaha dealer to Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. inspect. Discharged battery Fuel supplied to combustion chamber If the battery is discharged, the engine can be •...
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Troubleshooting To start the engine using the booster battery Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to the off position. Remove the shroud and the right side cover. (See page 42 for removal proce- dures.) Remove the red (+) connecting lead from the lead holder and move it away from the black (–) connecting lead.
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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 inspect. Discharged battery: Charge battery or see “Starting the engine with a discharged bat- tery” above.
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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.
Store it in a cool, dry place that is above 0 °C ter the engine. Use Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine (32 °F), but less than 30 °C (90 °F). Check the Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to...
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For peak performance, it is recommended that you have your snowmobile checked and tuned by a Yamaha dealer. The dealer has the experience and training to help you get the maximum performance and use out of...
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...
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.
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