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... level indicator ...13 Fuel level warning indicator ...14 Oil level warning indicator ...15 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...15 Self-diagnosis device ...15 Drive select switch ...16 Engine stop switch ...16 Headlight beam switch "LIGHTS" ...16 Grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch ...17 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...17 Brake lever ...18 Parking brake lever ...18 Shroud latches (PZ50VT) ...18 Shroud and covers ...19 Drive guard ...20 V-belt holder (PZ50VT) ...20 Passenger grip warmer switch (PZ50VT) ...21 Backrest...
... level indicator ...13 Fuel level warning indicator ...14 Oil level warning indicator ...15 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...15 Self-diagnosis device ...15 Drive select switch ...16 Engine stop switch ...16 Headlight beam switch "LIGHTS" ...16 Grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch ...17 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...17 Brake lever ...18 Parking brake lever ...18 Shroud latches (PZ50VT) ...18 Shroud and covers ...19 Drive guard ...20 V-belt holder (PZ50VT) ...20 Passenger grip warmer switch (PZ50VT) ...21 Backrest...
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... a list of control. Apply the parking brake before starting the engine. Perform the pre-operation checks each time you ride. G Prepare your snowmobile G G Be careful where you use of your exposure to make sure it is reduced by law, and you are prohibited. Safety information ESU10193 G As the vehicle's owner, you could cause an accident and injury. Never drive the snowmobile...
... a list of control. Apply the parking brake before starting the engine. Perform the pre-operation checks each time you ride. G Prepare your snowmobile G G Be careful where you use of your exposure to make sure it is reduced by law, and you are prohibited. Safety information ESU10193 G As the vehicle's owner, you could cause an accident and injury. Never drive the snowmobile...
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... G G G G G Genuine Yamaha Accessories Choosing accessories for Yamaha vehicles. When laying the snowmobile on its side for use . G Do not run the engine outdoors where engine exhaust can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death. A broken track, track fittings, or debris thrown by Yamaha for maintenance, use , which may also make the snowmobile illegal to release the throttle and apply the brake gently...
... G G G G G Genuine Yamaha Accessories Choosing accessories for Yamaha vehicles. When laying the snowmobile on its side for use . G Do not run the engine outdoors where engine exhaust can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confusion, and eventually death. A broken track, track fittings, or debris thrown by Yamaha for maintenance, use , which may also make the snowmobile illegal to release the throttle and apply the brake gently...
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... 2. Start WARNING If the T.O.R.S. Released Closed Engine runs properly. If the throttle valves or throttle cable malfunctions during operation, the T.O.R.S. The T.O.R.S. On The ignition circuit is switched off. Continuing to operate with a malfunction could cause loss of the snowmobile by varying the throttle position. Regulate the speed of control or damage. is designed to override the fuel injection and limit the engine speed to less than the clutch...
... 2. Start WARNING If the T.O.R.S. Released Closed Engine runs properly. If the throttle valves or throttle cable malfunctions during operation, the T.O.R.S. The T.O.R.S. On The ignition circuit is switched off. Continuing to operate with a malfunction could cause loss of the snowmobile by varying the throttle position. Regulate the speed of control or damage. is designed to override the fuel injection and limit the engine speed to less than the clutch...
Owners Manual
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... , the engine may not perform as it should be required to an open the cylinder assemblies. Adjusting the spring preload of the front shock absorbers (PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) EWS00720 WARNING The spring preload of stability. Uneven settings can be adjusted to open flame or other high heat source. PZ50MT / PZ50VT To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the...
... , the engine may not perform as it should be required to an open the cylinder assemblies. Adjusting the spring preload of the front shock absorbers (PZ50GT / PZ50MT / PZ50VT) EWS00720 WARNING The spring preload of stability. Uneven settings can be adjusted to open flame or other high heat source. PZ50MT / PZ50VT To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the...
Owners Manual
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... parking brake. If the engine does not start position. Starting the engine Read the Owner's Manual carefully to become familiar with the controls can be operated when the engine stop switch is detected. The engine can lead to prevent overheating. Be sure the engine stop switch is in the off position, and then to preserve the battery. The starter motor cannot be started after it when the engine starts. To start the engine...
... parking brake. If the engine does not start position. Starting the engine Read the Owner's Manual carefully to become familiar with the controls can be operated when the engine stop switch is detected. The engine can lead to prevent overheating. Be sure the engine stop switch is in the off position, and then to preserve the battery. The starter motor cannot be started after it when the engine starts. To start the engine...
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... early. Once the engine has warmed up, you are ready to help protect you should practice control of the throttle and brake, and master turning techniques in tighter curves. To start to turning. The V-belt clutch will engage and you will be practiced at higher speeds or in this technique, you from injury if an accident occurs. Braking EWS00220 WARNING G Learning to...
... early. Once the engine has warmed up, you are ready to help protect you should practice control of the throttle and brake, and master turning techniques in tighter curves. To start to turning. The V-belt clutch will engage and you will be practiced at higher speeds or in this technique, you from injury if an accident occurs. Braking EWS00220 WARNING G Learning to...
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...down as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for the sharpness of your snowmobile. You should practice first on the throttle or steer to the outside of the snowmobile around to loss of control. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. Excessive braking will allow you... important to apply just enough throttle to keep speed to tip. It is pointed downhill, mount your skill on the other vehicles or people which may cause the snowmobile to a minimum. Do not try steeper or more into the turn . If your risk of...
...down as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for the sharpness of your snowmobile. You should practice first on the throttle or steer to the outside of the snowmobile around to loss of control. Stop the engine and set the parking brake. Excessive braking will allow you... important to apply just enough throttle to keep speed to tip. It is pointed downhill, mount your skill on the other vehicles or people which may cause the snowmobile to a minimum. Do not try steeper or more into the turn . If your risk of...
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... condition possible. These controls not only function to ensure cleaner air, but are the maintenance services related to enjoy long, pleasurable use. Every 40000 km (25000 mi) 52 56 44 EWS00700 WARNING Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified. G Running the engine while servicing can cause shocks or fires. See page 6 for the emission control system Items marked with snowmobile service, have a Yamaha dealer perform service. Maintenance, replacement, or repair...
... condition possible. These controls not only function to ensure cleaner air, but are the maintenance services related to enjoy long, pleasurable use. Every 40000 km (25000 mi) 52 56 44 EWS00700 WARNING Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified. G Running the engine while servicing can cause shocks or fires. See page 6 for the emission control system Items marked with snowmobile service, have a Yamaha dealer perform service. Maintenance, replacement, or repair...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE * Crankcase breather system Fuel line Idle speed Fuel injection Exhaust system • Check breather hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check fuel hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check and adjust idle speed. • Adjust synchronization. • Check for leakage. • Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. - * * * * - 53 - - 45
Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE * Crankcase breather system Fuel line Idle speed Fuel injection Exhaust system • Check breather hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check fuel hose for cracks or damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check and adjust idle speed. • Adjust synchronization. • Check for leakage. • Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. - * * * * - 53 - - 45
Owners Manual
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..., overheating and engine damage may result. If a spark plug shows a distinctly different color, there could indicate an intake track air leak or carburetion problem for inspection and possible repairs. 52 Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. Consult a Yamaha dealer before installing the shroud and covers. Close the shroud. If the reach is too short, spark plug fouling and poor performance may not work properly. For example, a very white center electrode porcelain color...
..., overheating and engine damage may result. If a spark plug shows a distinctly different color, there could indicate an intake track air leak or carburetion problem for inspection and possible repairs. 52 Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. Consult a Yamaha dealer before installing the shroud and covers. Close the shroud. If the reach is too short, spark plug fouling and poor performance may not work properly. For example, a very white center electrode porcelain color...
Owners Manual
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... parking brake. Start the engine and warm it up. Before installing any grime from the threads and tighten the spark plug to specification. Select the engine speed meter mode. (See page 11 for details.) Remove the rubber cap. Rubber cap 5. Otherwise the spark plug caps could be damaged due to adjust the engine idling speed. 1. Idle adjusting screw NOTICE Make sure that the spark plug caps are securely installed. Turn the adjusting bolt...
... parking brake. Start the engine and warm it up. Before installing any grime from the threads and tighten the spark plug to specification. Select the engine speed meter mode. (See page 11 for details.) Remove the rubber cap. Rubber cap 5. Otherwise the spark plug caps could be damaged due to adjust the engine idling speed. 1. Idle adjusting screw NOTICE Make sure that the spark plug caps are securely installed. Turn the adjusting bolt...
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... maintenance or if they are replaced by a Yamaha dealer. Specified brake fluid: DOT 4 Changing the brake fluid EWS00471 WARNING Make sure that the brake fluid is necessary when the following parts are damaged or leaking. Periodic maintenance and adjustment Parking brake cable length: 43.5-46.5 mm (1.713-1.831 in or out to brake disc clearance (a) + (b): 1.5-2.0 mm (0.059-0.079 in vapor lock. Turn the parking brake pad adjusting bolt in ) 5. 6. If any fluid. Water will significantly lower...
... maintenance or if they are replaced by a Yamaha dealer. Specified brake fluid: DOT 4 Changing the brake fluid EWS00471 WARNING Make sure that the brake fluid is necessary when the following parts are damaged or leaking. Periodic maintenance and adjustment Parking brake cable length: 43.5-46.5 mm (1.713-1.831 in or out to brake disc clearance (a) + (b): 1.5-2.0 mm (0.059-0.079 in vapor lock. Turn the parking brake pad adjusting bolt in ) 5. 6. If any fluid. Water will significantly lower...
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... negative battery lead by installing the bolt. "HEAD" (headlight) fuse "SIG" (signaling system) fuse "DC TERM" (auxiliary DC jack) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse Spare fuse 4. 5. Install the right side cover. TIP If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile. 75 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Specified fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A Headlight fuse: 20.0 A Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A Ignition fuse: 20.0 A Radiator fan fuse...
... negative battery lead by installing the bolt. "HEAD" (headlight) fuse "SIG" (signaling system) fuse "DC TERM" (auxiliary DC jack) fuse "IGN" (ignition) fuse "FAN" (radiator fan) fuse "GEAR" (electric shift reverse system) fuse Spare fuse 4. 5. Install the right side cover. TIP If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile. 75 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Specified fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A Headlight fuse: 20.0 A Signaling system fuse: 7.5 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A Ignition fuse: 20.0 A Radiator fan fuse...
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... or damaged gasket: Replace gasket. ↓ • Worn or damaged piston and cylinder: Ask a Yamaha dealer to the off position. Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to inspect. Troubleshooting ESU12396 Engine turns over but does not start 1. Electrical system G Poor spark or no spark • Spark plugs are dirty with carbon or are wet: Remove carbon or wipe the spark plugs dry. Discharged battery If the battery is an...
... or damaged gasket: Replace gasket. ↓ • Worn or damaged piston and cylinder: Ask a Yamaha dealer to the off position. Apply the parking brake and turn the main switch to inspect. Troubleshooting ESU12396 Engine turns over but does not start 1. Electrical system G Poor spark or no spark • Spark plugs are dirty with carbon or are wet: Remove carbon or wipe the spark plugs dry. Discharged battery If the battery is an...
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Air in drive chain and sprockets 1. Leaking coolant: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Loose or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Problem with flat spots: Replace. Worn or damaged drive track: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Engine does not upshift or downshift properly or engages harshly 1. 2. Noise or excessive vibration in cooling system: Bleed the cooling system or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Worn or damaged V-belt with...
Air in drive chain and sprockets 1. Leaking coolant: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Loose or broken engine mount(s): Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Problem with flat spots: Replace. Worn or damaged drive track: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Engine does not upshift or downshift properly or engages harshly 1. 2. Noise or excessive vibration in cooling system: Bleed the cooling system or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Worn or damaged V-belt with...
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... mild soap, then rinse and dry completely. Do not use any Engine Proper storage of the slide rail suspension, front suspension and brakes), electric components (couplers, connectors, instruments, switches and lights), breather hoses and vents. An alternate method is to remove the intake silencer and squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is essential to prevent costly rust and corrosion damage to protect...
... mild soap, then rinse and dry completely. Do not use any Engine Proper storage of the slide rail suspension, front suspension and brakes), electric components (couplers, connectors, instruments, switches and lights), breather hoses and vents. An alternate method is to remove the intake silencer and squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is essential to prevent costly rust and corrosion damage to protect...
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... (1) year from an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer in the appropriate Owner's Manual. emissions standards applicable at such dealer's place of purchase, plus a special early-season extension (if applicable). Competition, racing, or non-Yamaha authorized rental use. 2. Installation of parts or accessories that time for warranty by this warranty to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track...
... (1) year from an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer in the appropriate Owner's Manual. emissions standards applicable at such dealer's place of purchase, plus a special early-season extension (if applicable). Competition, racing, or non-Yamaha authorized rental use. 2. Installation of parts or accessories that time for warranty by this warranty to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive belts, slide runners, and track...
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... assistance. Mail to contact Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., for his setup, service and warranty repair work. What responsibility does my dealer have under this person is shown on your warranty registration identification, your machine requires warranty service, you . A. In addition, each manufacturer of a safety-related defect and recall. WARRANTY DEPARTMENT P.O. When contacting Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. If you are handled at the time of your new address by...
... assistance. Mail to contact Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A., for his setup, service and warranty repair work. What responsibility does my dealer have under this person is shown on your warranty registration identification, your machine requires warranty service, you . A. In addition, each manufacturer of a safety-related defect and recall. WARRANTY DEPARTMENT P.O. When contacting Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. If you are handled at the time of your new address by...
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... adjusting blocks, adjusting ...30 A Air filter, checking...55 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...17 B Backrest (PZ50VT)...21 Battery...73 Brake and parking brake ...64 Brake lever ...18 Break-in...36 C Center shock absorber and rear torsion springs, adjusting spring preload ...28 Control rods, adjusting (PZ50VT)...31 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...15 Cooling system...59 D Drive and reverse indicator lights...13 Drive chain housing...63 Drive guard...20 Drive select switch ...16 Drive track and slide runners ...68...
... adjusting blocks, adjusting ...30 A Air filter, checking...55 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...17 B Backrest (PZ50VT)...21 Battery...73 Brake and parking brake ...64 Brake lever ...18 Break-in...36 C Center shock absorber and rear torsion springs, adjusting spring preload ...28 Control rods, adjusting (PZ50VT)...31 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...15 Cooling system...59 D Drive and reverse indicator lights...13 Drive chain housing...63 Drive guard...20 Drive select switch ...16 Drive track and slide runners ...68...