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... force remote adjustment dial ...5-12 Storage compartment ...5-12 Rear carrier ...5-13 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...6-1 Fuel ...6-1 Engine oil...6-2 Engine oil level ...6-3 Coolant ...6-4 Throttle lever ...6-5 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...6-5 Brake ...6-6 Brake fluid leakage ...6-7 V-belt ...6-7 Drive guard ...6-7 Drive track ...6-8 51-mm (2.0-in) high-profile pattern drive track...6-8 Slide runners ...6-9 Skis and ski runners ...6-9 Steering system...6-10 Lights ...6-10 Air filter ...6-10 Fittings and fasteners ...6-11 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-11 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting...
... force remote adjustment dial ...5-12 Storage compartment ...5-12 Rear carrier ...5-13 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...6-1 Fuel ...6-1 Engine oil...6-2 Engine oil level ...6-3 Coolant ...6-4 Throttle lever ...6-5 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...6-5 Brake ...6-6 Brake fluid leakage ...6-7 V-belt ...6-7 Drive guard ...6-7 Drive track ...6-8 51-mm (2.0-in) high-profile pattern drive track...6-8 Slide runners ...6-9 Skis and ski runners ...6-9 Steering system...6-10 Lights ...6-10 Air filter ...6-10 Fittings and fasteners ...6-11 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-11 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting...
Owners Manual
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... the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-16 Checking the brake pads...8-18 Checking the parking brake pads...8-18 Checking the brake fluid level...8-19 Changing the brake fluid...8-19 Suspension...8-19 Adjusting the drive track ...8-31 Aligning the skis...8-33 Adjusting the handlebar...8-33 Lubrication ...8-35 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-36 Adjusting the headlight beam ...8-36 Battery ...8-37 Replacing a fuse...8-37 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-4 WIRING DIAGRAM ...12...
... the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-16 Checking the brake pads...8-18 Checking the parking brake pads...8-18 Checking the brake fluid level...8-19 Changing the brake fluid...8-19 Suspension...8-19 Adjusting the drive track ...8-31 Aligning the skis...8-33 Adjusting the handlebar...8-33 Lubrication ...8-35 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-36 Adjusting the headlight beam ...8-36 Battery ...8-37 Replacing a fuse...8-37 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-4 WIRING DIAGRAM ...12...
Owners Manual
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... 4:23 PM ESU05070 1- All Yamaha snowmobile clutch components are not covered by this warranty that are not qualitatively equivalent to faulty workmanship or material from defects in effect, this warranty shall include parts replaced due to original parts. Competition, racing, or non-Yamaha authorized rental use. 2. Modification to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track...
... 4:23 PM ESU05070 1- All Yamaha snowmobile clutch components are not covered by this warranty that are not qualitatively equivalent to faulty workmanship or material from defects in effect, this warranty shall include parts replaced due to original parts. Competition, racing, or non-Yamaha authorized rental use. 2. Modification to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track...
Owners Manual
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... OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. SPECIAL EARLY-SEASON WARRANTY EXTENSION A special warranty extension is the clutch not covered by operation or maintenance other than as to what conditions is available for all new Yamaha snowmobiles purchased between June 1 and December 1 will have any or all costs of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and...
... OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. SPECIAL EARLY-SEASON WARRANTY EXTENSION A special warranty extension is the clutch not covered by operation or maintenance other than as to what conditions is available for all new Yamaha snowmobiles purchased between June 1 and December 1 will have any or all costs of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and...
Owners Manual
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... of a motor vehicle to maintain a complete, up-to : CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machine requires warranty service, you are handled at the time of sale, and upon your request at any questions about this warranty? CHANGE OF ADDRESS The federal government requires each Yamaha snowmobile dealer is shown on your warranty registration identification, your purchase. Be sure to bring your snowmobile model name, engine serial...
... of a motor vehicle to maintain a complete, up-to : CUSTOMER SERVICE If your machine requires warranty service, you are handled at the time of sale, and upon your request at any questions about this warranty? CHANGE OF ADDRESS The federal government requires each Yamaha snowmobile dealer is shown on your warranty registration identification, your purchase. Be sure to bring your snowmobile model name, engine serial...
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..., March 16, 2006 4:23 PM ESU00008 3- Read the Owner's Manual and all of the following for your snowmobile, you ride your safety. This snowmobile was not manufactured for proper operation every time before operating this snowmobile. For safety and proper care of control. 4. Never drive the snowmobile with another vehicle. 3. SAFETY INFORMATION When you must know and use the...
..., March 16, 2006 4:23 PM ESU00008 3- Read the Owner's Manual and all of the following for your snowmobile, you ride your safety. This snowmobile was not manufactured for proper operation every time before operating this snowmobile. For safety and proper care of control. 4. Never drive the snowmobile with another vehicle. 3. SAFETY INFORMATION When you must know and use the...
Owners Manual
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... by Yamaha, or the removal of time. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as hot water and space heaters, an open flame, sparks, clothes dryers, and the like. Maintenance and storage 1. This snowmobile is to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Always ride with fuel in . Do not leave the snowmobile on snow which has a lot of control...
... by Yamaha, or the removal of time. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as hot water and space heaters, an open flame, sparks, clothes dryers, and the like. Maintenance and storage 1. This snowmobile is to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Always ride with fuel in . Do not leave the snowmobile on snow which has a lot of control...
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... remote adjustment dial (RS90R/RS90GT/RSG90/RSG90GT) Drive track Skis Headlights Shroud Strap (RS90M/RS90MS) Tail/brake lights Snow flap Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever M Shift lever (RS90R/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) N Shroud latch O Main switch P Auxiliary DC jack (RS90GT/RSG90GT) Q Starter lever R Tachometer S Low coolant temperature indicator light T High beam indicator light U Warning light V Self-diagnosis warning indicator W Coolant temperature warning indicator X Fuel...
... remote adjustment dial (RS90R/RS90GT/RSG90/RSG90GT) Drive track Skis Headlights Shroud Strap (RS90M/RS90MS) Tail/brake lights Snow flap Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever M Shift lever (RS90R/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) N Shroud latch O Main switch P Auxiliary DC jack (RS90GT/RSG90GT) Q Starter lever R Tachometer S Low coolant temperature indicator light T High beam indicator light U Warning light V Self-diagnosis warning indicator W Coolant temperature warning indicator X Fuel...
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Warming up a cold engine. 1 2 3 4 Starter lever (choke) When starting a cold engine. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will decelerate, and the engine will increase the engine speed and cause engagement of the snowmobile by varying the throttle position. Regulate the speed of the drive system. WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for at least 3 minutes and the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically shuts...
Warming up a cold engine. 1 2 3 4 Starter lever (choke) When starting a cold engine. Because the throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will decelerate, and the engine will increase the engine speed and cause engagement of the snowmobile by varying the throttle position. Regulate the speed of the drive system. WARNING @ Check the throttle, brake, and steering for at least 3 minutes and the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically shuts...
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... be some problem with a self-diagnostic system for various electrical circuits. If the self-diagnosis warning indicator, warning light, and an error code flash after the engine has been restarted, note the error code, and then have a Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible. @ 5-7 E_8gg.book Page 7 Thursday, March 16, 2006 4:23 PM ESU04180 Coolant temperature warning indicator If...
... be some problem with a self-diagnostic system for various electrical circuits. If the self-diagnosis warning indicator, warning light, and an error code flash after the engine has been restarted, note the error code, and then have a Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible. @ 5-7 E_8gg.book Page 7 Thursday, March 16, 2006 4:23 PM ESU04180 Coolant temperature warning indicator If...
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..., slowly lower it to cover the V-belt clutch and V-belt in case parts break or come loose. Do not touch the hot muffler and engine during or immediately after operation. E_8gg.book Page 11 Thursday, March 16, 2006 4:23 PM ESU00481 Shroud latches To open . Keep your body and clothing away from rotating parts when servicing with the V-belt or drive guard removed. WARNING...
..., slowly lower it to cover the V-belt clutch and V-belt in case parts break or come loose. Do not touch the hot muffler and engine during or immediately after operation. E_8gg.book Page 11 Thursday, March 16, 2006 4:23 PM ESU00481 Shroud latches To open . Keep your body and clothing away from rotating parts when servicing with the V-belt or drive guard removed. WARNING...
Owners Manual
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... and accelerate 1. The short time spent checking the condition of time. Riding your new snowmobile can cause the drive track to lose traction, reduce control, and increase the possibility of the controls. However, it is supplied with your snowmobile and all warning and caution labels on the handlebar. To start the engine. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. Never put your snowmobile...
... and accelerate 1. The short time spent checking the condition of time. Riding your new snowmobile can cause the drive track to lose traction, reduce control, and increase the possibility of the controls. However, it is supplied with your snowmobile and all warning and caution labels on the handlebar. To start the engine. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. Never put your snowmobile...
Owners Manual
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... uphill side. Restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. Lean more difficult climbs only after you have learned this can be able to prevent track slippage. Improper riding techniques such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-4 If your weight on the other vehicles or people which may...
... uphill side. Restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. Lean more difficult climbs only after you have learned this can be able to prevent track slippage. Improper riding techniques such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-4 If your weight on the other vehicles or people which may...
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... 16, 2006 4:23 PM Riding downhill When riding downhill, keep speed to operate on the running board. Also apply the brake frequently, with the knee of control. @ If you to properly position your 7-5 Snow and ice ...steer in your body to kneel with light pressure. Traversing a slope WARNING @ WARNING @ When you travel . Steering is important to apply just enough throttle to shift your uphill leg on ice or icy surfaces, drive slowly and cautiously. As you have to a minimum. It is minimal and uncontrolled spins are no obstacles in the direction of your body weight...
... 16, 2006 4:23 PM Riding downhill When riding downhill, keep speed to operate on the running board. Also apply the brake frequently, with the knee of control. @ If you to properly position your 7-5 Snow and ice ...steer in your body to kneel with light pressure. Traversing a slope WARNING @ WARNING @ When you travel . Steering is important to apply just enough throttle to shift your uphill leg on ice or icy surfaces, drive slowly and cautiously. As you have to a minimum. It is minimal and uncontrolled spins are no obstacles in the direction of your body weight...
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... MAINTENANCE CHARTS, THE SERVICES RELATED TO EMISSIONS CONTROL ARE GROUPED SEPARATELY. YAMAHA DEALERS ARE TRAINED AND EQUIPPED TO PERFORM THESE PARTICULAR SERVICES. Replace if necessary. Check condition. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of devices and systems related to emissions control may be serviced by any repair establishment or individual that is cold. THESE SERVICES NOT ONLY ENSURE CLEANER AIR, BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER ENGINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE...
... MAINTENANCE CHARTS, THE SERVICES RELATED TO EMISSIONS CONTROL ARE GROUPED SEPARATELY. YAMAHA DEALERS ARE TRAINED AND EQUIPPED TO PERFORM THESE PARTICULAR SERVICES. Replace if necessary. Check condition. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of devices and systems related to emissions control may be serviced by any repair establishment or individual that is cold. THESE SERVICES NOT ONLY ENSURE CLEANER AIR, BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER ENGINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE...
Owners Manual
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...; Engine oil filter cartridge Fuel Engine coolant Throttle lever (carburetor side) Throttle lever (handlebar side) Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Engine stop switch Check oil level. ∗ Replace. Check fuel level. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. 6-3-6-4 8-9-8-11 Every 20,000 km 8-9-8-11 (12,000 mi) 6-1-6-2 6-4 G 8-12 8-7 5-2, 6-5 5-3, 6-5 5-8 G G G G G G ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-2 Check coolant level. ∗ Air bleed the cooling...
...; Engine oil filter cartridge Fuel Engine coolant Throttle lever (carburetor side) Throttle lever (handlebar side) Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Engine stop switch Check oil level. ∗ Replace. Check fuel level. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. 6-3-6-4 8-9-8-11 Every 20,000 km 8-9-8-11 (12,000 mi) 6-1-6-2 6-4 G 8-12 8-7 5-2, 6-5 5-3, 6-5 5-8 G G G G G G ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-2 Check coolant level. ∗ Air bleed the cooling...
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E_8gg.book Page 39 Thursday, March 16, 2006 4:23 PM Specified fuses: 9Main fuse: 0"HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: A"SIG" (Signal) fuse: B"DC TERM" (Auxiliary DC jack) fuse: C"C/W" (Carburetor warmer) fuse: D"IGN" (Ignition) fuse: E Spare fuses (20 A, 10 A, 15 A, 3 A) F Spare main fuse 30 A 20 A 10 A 3A 20 A 15 A 8-39
E_8gg.book Page 39 Thursday, March 16, 2006 4:23 PM Specified fuses: 9Main fuse: 0"HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: A"SIG" (Signal) fuse: B"DC TERM" (Auxiliary DC jack) fuse: C"C/W" (Carburetor warmer) fuse: D"IGN" (Ignition) fuse: E Spare fuses (20 A, 10 A, 15 A, 3 A) F Spare main fuse 30 A 20 A 10 A 3A 20 A 15 A 8-39
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... or wipe the spark plugs dry; in tank ...Supply fuel. G Worn or damaged gasket ...Replace gasket. system malfunction ...Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to the connecting lead terminals. G Faulty ignition system ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to combustion chamber G Flooded engine (too much choke) ...Crank engine with carbon or are dirty with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING @ G A. G Clogged carburetor ...Clean...
... or wipe the spark plugs dry; in tank ...Supply fuel. G Worn or damaged gasket ...Replace gasket. system malfunction ...Disconnect the throttle switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to the connecting lead terminals. G Faulty ignition system ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to combustion chamber G Flooded engine (too much choke) ...Crank engine with carbon or are dirty with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING @ G A. G Clogged carburetor ...Clean...
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... holder. 4. If the terminals are seated securely in cooling system ...Bleed air or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 3. Discharged battery...Charge battery or see B above . 5. D. Faulty spark plugs ...Clean or replace the spark plugs. 3. E. Engine constantly backfires or misfires 1. system ...See A.2. "Hydrostatic lock" occurs when fuel has filled the cylinders when the vehicle has been transported...Remove the spark plugs and turn the engine over the lead terminal. 10. Ask...
... holder. 4. If the terminals are seated securely in cooling system ...Bleed air or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 3. Discharged battery...Charge battery or see B above . 5. D. Faulty spark plugs ...Clean or replace the spark plugs. 3. E. Engine constantly backfires or misfires 1. system ...See A.2. "Hydrostatic lock" occurs when fuel has filled the cylinders when the vehicle has been transported...Remove the spark plugs and turn the engine over the lead terminal. 10. Ask...
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...Q R S Crankshaft position sensor AC magneto Rectifier/regulator Main switch Load control relay Main fuse Starter relay Starter motor Battery Engine stop switch Throttle switch Carburetor warmer relay Carburetor ground Carburetor warmer Grip warmer Thumb warmer CDI unit Ignition coil Spark plug Throttle position sensor Thermo unit Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground DC back buzzer (RS90R/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) Gear position switch (RS90R/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) Brake light switch Tail/brake light Speed sensor COLOR CODE B ...Black Br ...Brown...
...Q R S Crankshaft position sensor AC magneto Rectifier/regulator Main switch Load control relay Main fuse Starter relay Starter motor Battery Engine stop switch Throttle switch Carburetor warmer relay Carburetor ground Carburetor warmer Grip warmer Thumb warmer CDI unit Ignition coil Spark plug Throttle position sensor Thermo unit Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground DC back buzzer (RS90R/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) Gear position switch (RS90R/RS90NR/RS90GT/RSG90/ RSG90GT) Brake light switch Tail/brake light Speed sensor COLOR CODE B ...Black Br ...Brown...