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... DC jack ...5-10 Shroud and covers ...5-11 Drive guard ...5-12 V-belt holders ...5-12 Storage compartment ...5-12 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 Slide runners ...6-8 Skis and ski runners ...6-9 Steering system...6-9 Lights ...6-9 Air filter ...6-10 Fittings and fasteners ...6-11 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-11 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting the engine ...7-1 Break...
... DC jack ...5-10 Shroud and covers ...5-11 Drive guard ...5-12 V-belt holders ...5-12 Storage compartment ...5-12 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 Slide runners ...6-8 Skis and ski runners ...6-9 Steering system...6-9 Lights ...6-9 Air filter ...6-10 Fittings and fasteners ...6-11 Tool kit and recommended equipment...6-11 OPERATION ...7-1 Starting the engine ...7-1 Break...
Owners Manual
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... Replacing the V-belt ...8-16 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-19 Checking the brake pads...8-20 Checking the parking brake pads...8-20 Checking the brake fluid level...8-21 Changing the brake fluid...8-22 Suspension...8-22 Adjusting the drive track ...8-28 Aligning the skis...8-30 Lubrication ...8-31 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-32 Adjusting the headlight beams ...8-33 Battery ...8-33 Replacing a fuse...8-34 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 ...8-16 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension ...8-19 Checking the brake pads...8-20 Checking the parking brake pads...8-20 Checking the brake fluid level...8-21 Changing the brake fluid...8-22 Suspension...8-22 Adjusting the drive track ...8-28 Aligning the skis...8-30 Lubrication ...8-31 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-32 Adjusting the headlight beams ...8-33 Battery ...8-33 Replacing a fuse...8-34 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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... of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from this warranty to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. All Yamaha snowmobile clutch components are warranted against abnormal wear for this warranty shall include any failures to the machine caused by: 1. GENERAL EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall include parts replaced due to remain in effect, this warranty that new Yamaha snowmobiles...
... of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from this warranty to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track. All Yamaha snowmobile clutch components are warranted against abnormal wear for this warranty shall include any failures to the machine caused by: 1. GENERAL EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall include parts replaced due to remain in effect, this warranty that new Yamaha snowmobiles...
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... operate or maintain my new Yamaha exactly as oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, and slide runners. A. Clutches as well as shown in the Owner's and Service Manual. No. However, if a particular failure is caused by warranty? MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. SPECIAL EARLY-SEASON WARRANTY EXTENSION A special warranty extension is the clutch not covered by operation or maintenance other than snow or...
... operate or maintain my new Yamaha exactly as oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, and slide runners. A. Clutches as well as shown in the Owner's and Service Manual. No. However, if a particular failure is caused by warranty? MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. SPECIAL EARLY-SEASON WARRANTY EXTENSION A special warranty extension is the clutch not covered by operation or maintenance other than snow or...
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... a motor vehicle to maintain a complete, up-to Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of a safety-related defect and recall. If you are handled at any questions about this warranty. A. Q. If the dealer is not able to help you. What responsibility does my dealer have further questions about this warranty? Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements...
... a motor vehicle to maintain a complete, up-to Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of a safety-related defect and recall. If you are handled at any questions about this warranty. A. Q. If the dealer is not able to help you. What responsibility does my dealer have further questions about this warranty? Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements...
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... with another vehicle. 3. Apply the parking brake before operating this snowmobile. Make sure that the throttle lever moves freely and it is released. 6. SAFETY INFORMATION When you ride your safety. Become familiar with the parking brake applied. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of alcohol or drugs. 5. Never drive the snowmobile with all labels before starting the engine. Such use the following . Passengers are prohibited...
... with another vehicle. 3. Apply the parking brake before operating this snowmobile. Make sure that the throttle lever moves freely and it is released. 6. SAFETY INFORMATION When you ride your safety. Become familiar with the parking brake applied. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of alcohol or drugs. 5. Never drive the snowmobile with all labels before starting the engine. Such use the following . Passengers are prohibited...
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... extended period. 5. You may also make the snowmobile illegal to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Maintenance and storage 1. Operation under such conditions will damage or result in an enclosed space. 4. Many surfaces such as necessary. 3-3 Modifications may need help if you run out of original equipment may render your snowmobile. 6. Maintain or replace safety...
... extended period. 5. You may also make the snowmobile illegal to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Maintenance and storage 1. Operation under such conditions will damage or result in an enclosed space. 4. Many surfaces such as necessary. 3-3 Modifications may need help if you run out of original equipment may render your snowmobile. 6. Maintain or replace safety...
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... 5:37 PM A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] _ 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 Main switch Auxiliary DC jack Tachometer Mode button (not applicable) Reset button Select button Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator Fuel meter indicator Self-diagnosis warning indicator Rear suspension indicator (not applicable) Coolant temperature warning indicator Grip warmer indicator Fuel level warning indicator Thumb...
... 5:37 PM A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] _ 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 Main switch Auxiliary DC jack Tachometer Mode button (not applicable) Reset button Select button Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator Fuel meter indicator Self-diagnosis warning indicator Rear suspension indicator (not applicable) Coolant temperature warning indicator Grip warmer indicator Fuel level warning indicator Thumb...
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... return to idle when it is switched off. The starter motor starts. The key can be removed only in this position. 2 "ON" The ignition circuit is switched on . CAUTION: @ Release the switch immediately after the engine starts. @ NOTE: @ The headlights, meter lights, and taillights come on after the engine starts. @ ESU00022 Throttle lever Once the engine is switched on . 3 "START" The starting the engine. @ 5-1 Regulate the speed of the drive system. Because the throttle is spring-loaded...
... return to idle when it is switched off. The starter motor starts. The key can be removed only in this position. 2 "ON" The ignition circuit is switched on . CAUTION: @ Release the switch immediately after the engine starts. @ NOTE: @ The headlights, meter lights, and taillights come on after the engine starts. @ ESU00022 Throttle lever Once the engine is switched on . 3 "START" The starting the engine. @ 5-1 Regulate the speed of the drive system. Because the throttle is spring-loaded...
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... released. NOTE: The engine can be started after it shuts off to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. Be sure to prevent overheating. The T.O.R.S. When the engine has been idling for at least 3 minutes and the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically shuts off . will not work properly. @ 5-2 WARNING @ G G If the T.O.R.S. will operate when the throttle lever is idling...
... released. NOTE: The engine can be started after it shuts off to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap. Be sure to prevent overheating. The T.O.R.S. When the engine has been idling for at least 3 minutes and the coolant temperature has risen above 100 °C (212 °F), the engine automatically shuts off . will not work properly. @ 5-2 WARNING @ G G If the T.O.R.S. will operate when the throttle lever is idling...
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... snowmobile. WARNING @ G G @ Make sure that the drive guard is found, ask a Yamaha dealer for a few minutes. ESU00096 Drive guard Check the drive guard mounts for wear and damage. Check to see if any brake fluid leaks out from the brake hose joints or the master cylinder. E_8gt.book Page 7 Tuesday, March 28, 2006 5:37 PM ESU00093 Brake fluid leakage Apply the brake for immediate repairs. @ CAUTION: @ Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or...
... snowmobile. WARNING @ G G @ Make sure that the drive guard is found, ask a Yamaha dealer for a few minutes. ESU00096 Drive guard Check the drive guard mounts for wear and damage. Check to see if any brake fluid leaks out from the brake hose joints or the master cylinder. E_8gt.book Page 7 Tuesday, March 28, 2006 5:37 PM ESU00093 Brake fluid leakage Apply the brake for immediate repairs. @ CAUTION: @ Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or...
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... the time to the safety information on pages 7-1-7-2 to start out and accelerate 1. Pay particular attention to learn the basic techniques well before attempting more reliable snowmobile. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. The V-belt clutch will engage and you are the two basic factors of the snowmobile will start to accelerate. Never put your snowmobile and all warning and caution...
... the time to the safety information on pages 7-1-7-2 to start out and accelerate 1. Pay particular attention to learn the basic techniques well before attempting more reliable snowmobile. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. The V-belt clutch will engage and you are the two basic factors of the snowmobile will start to accelerate. Never put your snowmobile and all warning and caution...
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... or damage. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Safety is cold. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrication will keep your snowmobile in the safest and most important points of the owner. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of devices and systems related to emissions control may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 WARNING @ If you . @ PROPER PERIODIC MAINTENANCE OF YOUR SNOWMOBILE...
... or damage. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Safety is cold. Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrication will keep your snowmobile in the safest and most important points of the owner. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of devices and systems related to emissions control may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 WARNING @ If you . @ PROPER PERIODIC MAINTENANCE OF YOUR SNOWMOBILE...
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...) Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Engine stop switch Drive guard Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check for cracks or damage. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. G G G G ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Check and adjust engine idle speed. Check for leakage. Check coolant level. (recovery tank) 6-3-6-4 8-12-8-14 G G Engine coolant Check coolant level. (reservoir tank) ∗ Air bleed the cooling system if necessary. Tighten or replace gasket...
...) Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Engine stop switch Drive guard Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. Check for cracks or damage. Check operation. ∗ Repair if necessary. G G G G ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Check and adjust engine idle speed. Check for leakage. Check coolant level. (recovery tank) 6-3-6-4 8-12-8-14 G G Engine coolant Check coolant level. (reservoir tank) ∗ Air bleed the cooling system if necessary. Tighten or replace gasket...
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Check for secondary. Check oil level. ∗ Replace. G G G G G G G ∗ Disc brake installation Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Lights ∗ Battery 8-19-8-20 8-20 6-9 6-9 6-9, 8-32-8-33 8-33 Whenever operating elevation is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ary clutches Inspect ramp shoes/bushings for wear-for wear and damage. ∗ Replace if necessary. G G 8-3 Check operation and fluid leakage. ∗...
Check for secondary. Check oil level. ∗ Replace. G G G G G G G ∗ Disc brake installation Drive chain oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Lights ∗ Battery 8-19-8-20 8-20 6-9 6-9 6-9, 8-32-8-33 8-33 Whenever operating elevation is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ary clutches Inspect ramp shoes/bushings for wear-for wear and damage. ∗ Replace if necessary. G G 8-3 Check operation and fluid leakage. ∗...
Owners Manual
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... fuses: 40 A 0Main fuse: 10 A AFuel injection system fuse: 20 A B"HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: 10 A C"SIG" (Signal) fuse: 3A D"DC TERM" (Auxiliary DC jack) fuse: 20 A E"IGN" (Ignition) fuse: 3A F"BACK UP" (Backup) fuse: 4A G"FAN" (Radiator fan) fuse: H"ECS" (Electronically controlled rear shock absorber) fuse: 10 A (not applicable) I Spare fuses (20 A, 10 A, 4 A, 3 A) 10. Install the top cover, the left and right side covers, and the shroud. Connect the negative battery lead. 11. Headlight unit bolt tightening...
... fuses: 40 A 0Main fuse: 10 A AFuel injection system fuse: 20 A B"HEAD" (Headlight) fuse: 10 A C"SIG" (Signal) fuse: 3A D"DC TERM" (Auxiliary DC jack) fuse: 20 A E"IGN" (Ignition) fuse: 3A F"BACK UP" (Backup) fuse: 4A G"FAN" (Radiator fan) fuse: H"ECS" (Electronically controlled rear shock absorber) fuse: 10 A (not applicable) I Spare fuses (20 A, 10 A, 4 A, 3 A) 10. Install the top cover, the left and right side covers, and the shroud. Connect the negative battery lead. 11. Headlight unit bolt tightening...
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... are dirty with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. in tank ...Supply fuel. Do not use the connecting leads for jump-starting the engine. Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to the connecting lead terminals. TROUBLESHOOTING A. B. Engine turns over but does not start the snowmobile only. Fuel supplied to a Yamaha dealer immediately for jump-starting the snowmobile. G Faulty ignition system ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect...
... are dirty with throttle open or wipe the spark plugs dry. 2. in tank ...Supply fuel. Do not use the connecting leads for jump-starting the engine. Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to the connecting lead terminals. TROUBLESHOOTING A. B. Engine turns over but does not start the snowmobile only. Fuel supplied to a Yamaha dealer immediately for jump-starting the snowmobile. G Faulty ignition system ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect...
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... the booster battery. 12. above . 3. E. Malfunctioning T.O.R.S...See A.2. WARNING @ Be sure to inspect. Electric starter does not operate or operates slowly 1. Seized engine ...Seizure is pushed in the lead holders. @ C. Faulty spark plugs ...Clean or replace the spark plugs. 3. above . 9-3 Faulty wire connections ...Check connections or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Install the right side cover and the shroud. 4. Improper fuel flow ...See A.1. Leaking coolant ...Ask a Yamaha dealer...
... the booster battery. 12. above . 3. E. Malfunctioning T.O.R.S...See A.2. WARNING @ Be sure to inspect. Electric starter does not operate or operates slowly 1. Seized engine ...Seizure is pushed in the lead holders. @ C. Faulty spark plugs ...Clean or replace the spark plugs. 3. above . 9-3 Faulty wire connections ...Check connections or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Install the right side cover and the shroud. 4. Improper fuel flow ...See A.1. Leaking coolant ...Ask a Yamaha dealer...
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... squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is used , consult a Yamaha dealer. 4. An alternate method is used , because the alcohol content in the MAINTENANCE section, or Yamaha Lube-Zall general-purpose lubricant. STORAGE Long-term storage requires some preventive procedures to painted surfaces. Check the condition of wax to guard against deterioration. 1. Surface protection Apply a coat of the battery once...
... squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is used , consult a Yamaha dealer. 4. An alternate method is used , because the alcohol content in the MAINTENANCE section, or Yamaha Lube-Zall general-purpose lubricant. STORAGE Long-term storage requires some preventive procedures to painted surfaces. Check the condition of wax to guard against deterioration. 1. Surface protection Apply a coat of the battery once...
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...regulator Main switch Main fuse Fuel injection system fuse Starter relay Starter motor Red (+) jumper lead Battery Black (-) jumper lead Diode Engine stop switch Throttle switch Engine control unit Oil pressure switch Thumb warmer Grip warmer "ECS" (Electronically controlled rear shock absorber) fuse Sub-wire harness Ignition coil Spark plug Fuel injection relay Injector Fuel pump Throttle position sensor Intake air pressure sensor Speed sensor Camshaft sensor Barometric pressure sensor Thermo unit Air temperature sensor Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground...
...regulator Main switch Main fuse Fuel injection system fuse Starter relay Starter motor Red (+) jumper lead Battery Black (-) jumper lead Diode Engine stop switch Throttle switch Engine control unit Oil pressure switch Thumb warmer Grip warmer "ECS" (Electronically controlled rear shock absorber) fuse Sub-wire harness Ignition coil Spark plug Fuel injection relay Injector Fuel pump Throttle position sensor Intake air pressure sensor Speed sensor Camshaft sensor Barometric pressure sensor Thermo unit Air temperature sensor Grip warmer adjustment switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Frame ground...