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...belt holders ...5-14 Spark plug holders...5-14 Carburetor coolant shut-off lever ...5-14 Backrest ...5-15 Storage compartment ...5-15 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...6-1 Fuel ...6-1 Engine oil...6-2 Coolant ...6-2 Throttle lever ...6-3 Recoil starter ...6-3 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...6-3 Brake ...6-4 Brake fluid leakage ...6-5 V-belt ...6-5 Drive guard ...6-5 Drive track ...6-6 Slide runners ...6-6 Skis and ski runners ...6-7 Steering system...6-7 Lights ...6-7 Battery ...6-7 Air filter ...6-8 Fittings and fasteners ...6-9 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-9 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting...
...belt holders ...5-14 Spark plug holders...5-14 Carburetor coolant shut-off lever ...5-14 Backrest ...5-15 Storage compartment ...5-15 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ...6-1 Fuel ...6-1 Engine oil...6-2 Coolant ...6-2 Throttle lever ...6-3 Recoil starter ...6-3 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...6-3 Brake ...6-4 Brake fluid leakage ...6-5 V-belt ...6-5 Drive guard ...6-5 Drive track ...6-6 Slide runners ...6-6 Skis and ski runners ...6-7 Steering system...6-7 Lights ...6-7 Battery ...6-7 Air filter ...6-8 Fittings and fasteners ...6-9 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-9 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting...
Owners Manual
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... Replacing the V-belt ...8-13 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-15 Checking the brake pads...8-17 Checking the parking brake pads...8-17 Checking the brake fluid level...8-18 Changing the brake fluid...8-18 Suspension...8-19 Adjusting the drive track ...8-23 Aligning the skis...8-25 Lubrication ...8-26 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-27 Adjusting the headlight beam ...8-27 Battery ...8-28 Replacing a fuse...8-29 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-3 WIRING DIAGRAM...
... Replacing the V-belt ...8-13 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-15 Checking the brake pads...8-17 Checking the parking brake pads...8-17 Checking the brake fluid level...8-18 Changing the brake fluid...8-18 Suspension...8-19 Adjusting the drive track ...8-23 Aligning the skis...8-25 Lubrication ...8-26 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-27 Adjusting the headlight beam ...8-27 Battery ...8-28 Replacing a fuse...8-29 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-3 WIRING DIAGRAM...
Owners Manual
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... the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation every time before starting the engine. This snowmobile was not manufactured for your snowmobile, you could collide with the parking brake applied. For safety and proper care of alcohol or drugs. 5. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any control or function you ignore any of control. 4. This may result if you do not understand. 2. Never drive the...
... the throttle, brake, and steering for proper operation every time before starting the engine. This snowmobile was not manufactured for your snowmobile, you could collide with the parking brake applied. For safety and proper care of alcohol or drugs. 5. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any control or function you ignore any of control. 4. This may result if you do not understand. 2. Never drive the...
Owners Manual
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... stand behind the snowmobile when starting the engine to the operator or bystanders. 8. Never remove the fuel cap indoors. If you ride. Open the outside doors; Also, wear a good quality snowmobile suit, boots, and a pair of gloves or mittens that the fuel tank cap is HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. exhaust fumes are dangerous. 2. G Use an approved fuel container. Wipe up any gasoline...
... stand behind the snowmobile when starting the engine to the operator or bystanders. 8. Never remove the fuel cap indoors. If you ride. Open the outside doors; Also, wear a good quality snowmobile suit, boots, and a pair of gloves or mittens that the fuel tank cap is HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. exhaust fumes are dangerous. 2. G Use an approved fuel container. Wipe up any gasoline...
Owners Manual
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... ice, or on its left side for an extended period. 5. Allow the engine to the snowmobile not approved by Yamaha, or the removal of original equipment may need help if you run out of control and may leak out from the fuel breather hose. 2. 3. Do not leave the snowmobile on ...or sand mixed in rapid wear of time. Always ride with fuel in an enclosed space. 4. Modifications made to cool off before storing the snowmobile in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters, an open flame, sparks, clothes dryers, and the like....
... ice, or on its left side for an extended period. 5. Allow the engine to the snowmobile not approved by Yamaha, or the removal of original equipment may need help if you run out of control and may leak out from the fuel breather hose. 2. 3. Do not leave the snowmobile on ...or sand mixed in rapid wear of time. Always ride with fuel in an enclosed space. 4. Modifications made to cool off before storing the snowmobile in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters, an open flame, sparks, clothes dryers, and the like....
Owners Manual
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... compartment Tail/brake light Snow flap Side mirror (VT60) Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever Shift lever (SXV60ER/VT60) Starter handle Shroud latch Main switch Starter lever Tachometer High beam indicator light Warning light Self-diagnosis warning indicator Coolant temperature warning indicator Fuel level warning indicator Oil level warning indicator Speedometer Grip warmer indicator Select/reset button Thumb warmer indicator Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer heat...
... compartment Tail/brake light Snow flap Side mirror (VT60) Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever Shift lever (SXV60ER/VT60) Starter handle Shroud latch Main switch Starter lever Tachometer High beam indicator light Warning light Self-diagnosis warning indicator Coolant temperature warning indicator Fuel level warning indicator Oil level warning indicator Speedometer Grip warmer indicator Select/reset button Thumb warmer indicator Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer heat...
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CONTROL FUNCTIONS ESU00256 Main switch The main switch controls the following items. 1 "OFF" The ignition circuit is switched on after the engine starts. @ È SXV60 É SXV60ER/VT60 5-1 The key can be removed only in this position. CAUTION: @ Release the switch immediately after the engine starts. @ B For SXV60ER/VT60 3 "START" The starting circuit is switched on. A 2 "ON" The ignition circuit is switched off. The engine can be started. The starter motor starts. ESU00013 5- NOTE: @ The headlight, meter lights, and taillight will come on .
CONTROL FUNCTIONS ESU00256 Main switch The main switch controls the following items. 1 "OFF" The ignition circuit is switched on after the engine starts. @ È SXV60 É SXV60ER/VT60 5-1 The key can be removed only in this position. CAUTION: @ Release the switch immediately after the engine starts. @ B For SXV60ER/VT60 3 "START" The starting circuit is switched on. A 2 "ON" The ignition circuit is switched off. The engine can be started. The starter motor starts. ESU00013 5- NOTE: @ The headlight, meter lights, and taillight will come on .
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Regulate the speed of the drive system. 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 operate when the throttle lever is released. is designed to interrupt the ignition and keep the engine speed between 2,800 and 3,000 r/min if the carburetor fails to return to idle when it is released b. will return to...
Regulate the speed of the drive system. 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 operate when the throttle lever is released. is designed to interrupt the ignition and keep the engine speed between 2,800 and 3,000 r/min if the carburetor fails to return to idle when it is released b. will return to...
Owners Manual
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... select/reset button 4 for 5 seconds, then switches to zero) G warning indicators (which show self-diagnosis, coolant temperature, fuel level, and oil level warnings) G a fuel meter (which shows the fuel remaining in the fuel tank) G a grip/thumb warmer level indicator (which shows the grip warmer level or the thumb warmer level) After the engine is started, the tachometer 1 makes one second while the...
... select/reset button 4 for 5 seconds, then switches to zero) G warning indicators (which show self-diagnosis, coolant temperature, fuel level, and oil level warnings) G a fuel meter (which shows the fuel remaining in the fuel tank) G a grip/thumb warmer level indicator (which shows the grip warmer level or the thumb warmer level) After the engine is started, the tachometer 1 makes one second while the...
Owners Manual
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.... Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. Become familiar with the snowmobile's handling and performance characteristics. However, it is supplied with hours of time. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. Never put your snowmobile Before you are ready to accelerate. The short time spent checking the condition of the snowmobile to achieve the skill necessary to operate at low speeds, even...
.... Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. Become familiar with the snowmobile's handling and performance characteristics. However, it is supplied with hours of time. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. Never put your snowmobile Before you are ready to accelerate. The short time spent checking the condition of the snowmobile to achieve the skill necessary to operate at low speeds, even...
Owners Manual
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..., this technique, you should be able to perform it at higher speeds. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. Restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are not ...throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-6 Turning Riding uphill For most snow surfaces, "body English" is pointed downhill, mount your snowmobile. As you do not spin the track. Improper riding techniques such as you start the climb, and then reduce the throttle to turning...
..., this technique, you should be able to perform it at higher speeds. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. Restart the engine, release the parking brake, and descend the hill. WARNING @ Side hills and steep slopes are not ...throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for a novice snowmobiler. @ 7-6 Turning Riding uphill For most snow surfaces, "body English" is pointed downhill, mount your snowmobile. As you do not spin the track. Improper riding techniques such as you start the climb, and then reduce the throttle to turning...
Owners Manual
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... turning, stopping, and starting is to kneel with light pressure. Excessive braking will cause the drive track to lock, causing a loss of the slide if there are an ever-present danger. @ Traversing slopes is important to apply just enough throttle to keep the clutch engaged while descending the hill. Steering ... use engine compression to help slow the snowmobile, and to keep speed to a minimum. If this happens, steer in the direction you travel . If your weight to maintain proper balance. As you wish to travel across the slope, lean your body to position your body weight as ...
... turning, stopping, and starting is to kneel with light pressure. Excessive braking will cause the drive track to lock, causing a loss of the slide if there are an ever-present danger. @ Traversing slopes is important to apply just enough throttle to keep the clutch engaged while descending the hill. Steering ... use engine compression to help slow the snowmobile, and to keep speed to a minimum. If this happens, steer in the direction you travel . If your weight to maintain proper balance. As you wish to travel across the slope, lean your body to position your body weight as ...
Owners Manual
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... hr) G Page Spark plugs Check condition. Carburetor Recoil starter Engine stop switch Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Throttle lever ∗ Exhaust system ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 Replace if necessary. Check condition. Check throttle lever operation. ∗ Adjust the jets. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. ESU00139 8- Check oil level. Replace if necessary. Check fuel hose for best performance and safe operation. Replace if necessary. Check...
... hr) G Page Spark plugs Check condition. Carburetor Recoil starter Engine stop switch Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Throttle lever ∗ Exhaust system ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 Replace if necessary. Check condition. Check throttle lever operation. ∗ Adjust the jets. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. ESU00139 8- Check oil level. Replace if necessary. Check fuel hose for best performance and safe operation. Replace if necessary. Check...
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... brake installation Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Lights 8-15-8-16 G Initial at 500 km (300 mi) and every 800 km (500 mi) thereafter. Replace if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Adjust toe-out if necessary. Replace bulbs if necessary. Check for slight free play and/or replace pads if necessary. ∗ Replace brake fluid. Add only distilled water if necessary. ∗ Check specific...
... brake installation Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Lights 8-15-8-16 G Initial at 500 km (300 mi) and every 800 km (500 mi) thereafter. Replace if necessary. Check operation. ∗ Adjust toe-out if necessary. Replace bulbs if necessary. Check for slight free play and/or replace pads if necessary. ∗ Replace brake fluid. Add only distilled water if necessary. ∗ Check specific...
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... the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, replace the brake fluid. Normally check the brake fluid level and add the fluid as required. 2. Inspect sheaves for primary. Lubricate with specified grease. NOTE: @ Brake fluid replacement: 1. Lubricate with specified grease. ∗ Steering column bearing ∗ Ski and front suspension ∗ Suspension component ∗ Parking brake cable end and lever end/ throttle cable end Shroud latches Fittings and fasteners Tool kit and recommended...
... the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, replace the brake fluid. Normally check the brake fluid level and add the fluid as required. 2. Inspect sheaves for primary. Lubricate with specified grease. NOTE: @ Brake fluid replacement: 1. Lubricate with specified grease. ∗ Steering column bearing ∗ Ski and front suspension ∗ Suspension component ∗ Parking brake cable end and lever end/ throttle cable end Shroud latches Fittings and fasteners Tool kit and recommended...
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... firmly seated in the holder and the throttle operates smoothly after assembling the carburetors. @ 8-9 Large No. 1. Remove the drain plug and install the proper main jet. 4. Pinch the fuel hose to catch any spilled fuel. Assemble by reversing the removal steps. WARNING @ G G G @ Never remove the drain plug or the float chamber while the engine is available at a Yamaha dealer. Replacing a main jet Replace the...
... firmly seated in the holder and the throttle operates smoothly after assembling the carburetors. @ 8-9 Large No. 1. Remove the drain plug and install the proper main jet. 4. Pinch the fuel hose to catch any spilled fuel. Assemble by reversing the removal steps. WARNING @ G G G @ Never remove the drain plug or the float chamber while the engine is available at a Yamaha dealer. Replacing a main jet Replace the...
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... position. WARNING @ G G Before bypassing the T.O.R.S., make sure that the engine can be started. replace if necessary. G T.O.R.S. system malfunction ...Disconnect the carburetor switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to a Yamaha dealer immediately for the ignition system) ...Disconnect the relay with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. in the lighting system, signal system and meter system (except for repair. @ 9-1 Fuel system No fuel supplied...
... position. WARNING @ G G Before bypassing the T.O.R.S., make sure that the engine can be started. replace if necessary. G T.O.R.S. system malfunction ...Disconnect the carburetor switch connectors and connect the wire harness connectors together to a Yamaha dealer immediately for the ignition system) ...Disconnect the relay with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. in the lighting system, signal system and meter system (except for repair. @ 9-1 Fuel system No fuel supplied...
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... expel excess fuel. Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude or temperature ...Carburetor. Engine constantly backfires or misfires 1. above . Insufficient coolant ...Add coolant. 2. Drive track does not move 1. Tight, loose, or broken drive chain ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 2. Worn or damaged V-belt ...Replace the V-belt or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Discharged battery...Check battery fluid and charge battery. 3. E. Faulty spark plugs ...Replace the spark plugs. 2. Leaking coolant ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 2. Problem with the ignition off...
... expel excess fuel. Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude or temperature ...Carburetor. Engine constantly backfires or misfires 1. above . Insufficient coolant ...Add coolant. 2. Drive track does not move 1. Tight, loose, or broken drive chain ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 2. Worn or damaged V-belt ...Replace the V-belt or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Discharged battery...Check battery fluid and charge battery. 3. E. Faulty spark plugs ...Replace the spark plugs. 2. Leaking coolant ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 2. Problem with the ignition off...
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...WIRE HARNESS 4 G/R R O W Gy Ch (BLACK) Gy B O W (BLACK) R R/ W B (BLACK) R/ W R B (BLACK) a Z L/Y W É L/R G/Y B G Lg Y B U Y B Y [ Y Z R/ B B/G R/B G/B R/ B A R/ B G/R G/ R A G/ R G/ B G/ B A G/ B Ê O/B L/R B G/Y L/R O/B G/Y B O É L Y X B/G A B/G T B B G WIRE HARNESS SUB-WIRE HARNESS 3 Y R B B L (BLACK) (BLACK) B G B G É L/R G/Y B B Y G Gy B R/B Br B Y G W G B V G/B B/G (GREEN) (GREEN) B/G G G Y B Y B G/ Y L /R B O/B L/R B G/Y Ê Ê L G/ Y B L /R G/ Y B ` ` B B T B G B B F B L/R O/B G/Y B SUB-WIRE TAIL / BRAKE LIGHT SUB-WIRE...
...WIRE HARNESS 4 G/R R O W Gy Ch (BLACK) Gy B O W (BLACK) R R/ W B (BLACK) R/ W R B (BLACK) a Z L/Y W É L/R G/Y B G Lg Y B U Y B Y [ Y Z R/ B B/G R/B G/B R/ B A R/ B G/R G/ R A G/ R G/ B G/ B A G/ B Ê O/B L/R B G/Y L/R O/B G/Y B O É L Y X B/G A B/G T B B G WIRE HARNESS SUB-WIRE HARNESS 3 Y R B B L (BLACK) (BLACK) B G B G É L/R G/Y B B Y G Gy B R/B Br B Y G W G B V G/B B/G (GREEN) (GREEN) B/G G G Y B Y B G/ Y L /R B O/B L/R B G/Y Ê Ê L G/ Y B L /R G/ Y B ` ` B B T B G B B F B L/R O/B G/Y B SUB-WIRE TAIL / BRAKE LIGHT SUB-WIRE...
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... Coolant temperature sensor Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Ignition coil Spark plug Engine ground Frame ground Passenger grip warmer switch (VT60) Resistor (VT60) Passenger grip warmer (left) (VT60) Passenger grip warmer (right) (VT60) Passenger grip warmer relay (VT60) DC back buzzer (SXV60ER/VT60) Gear position switch (SXV60ER/VT60) Brake light switch Tail/brake light Speed sensor Fuel sender W X Y Z [ \ ] _ a b c d e f Oil level switch High beam indicator light Warning light Multi-function meter Meter light Tachometer Meter assembly Headlight Headlight relay...
... Coolant temperature sensor Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Ignition coil Spark plug Engine ground Frame ground Passenger grip warmer switch (VT60) Resistor (VT60) Passenger grip warmer (left) (VT60) Passenger grip warmer (right) (VT60) Passenger grip warmer relay (VT60) DC back buzzer (SXV60ER/VT60) Gear position switch (SXV60ER/VT60) Brake light switch Tail/brake light Speed sensor Fuel sender W X Y Z [ \ ] _ a b c d e f Oil level switch High beam indicator light Warning light Multi-function meter Meter light Tachometer Meter assembly Headlight Headlight relay...