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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. PZ50RTB PZ50GTB PZ50MTB PZ50VTB LIT-12628-02-98 8GK-28199-15...
- Page 2 ESU10041 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
- Page 3 ©2011 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. It represents the high degree of craftsmanship 1st Edition, April 2011 and reliability that have made Yamaha a lead- All rights reserved. er in these fields. Any reprinting or unauthorized use This manual will give you an understanding of...
- Page 4 Important manual information ESU10151 Particularly important information is distin- guished in this manual by the following nota- tions. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury haz- ards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Rear carrier (PZ50VT) ....23 Location of the important labels ..1 Tow hitch bracket (PZ50VT) ..23 Fuel ..........24 Safety information ......6 Suspension ........25 Description ........9 Pre-operation checks ..... 34 Pre-operation check list ....34 Control functions ...... - Page 6 Replacing a fuse ......76 Troubleshooting ......78 Storage ..........81 Specifications ......... 83 Consumer information....85 Identification number records ..85 Vehicle Emission Control Information label ......86 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY....... 87 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.)........90...
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Page 7: Location Of The Important Labels
Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle. Never remove any labels from your vehicle. If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off, a replacement label is available from your Yamaha deal- 15 16... - Page 8 Location of the important labels 1 PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT 1 PZ50VT 2 PZ50MT NOTICE ATTENTION 8HA-2815M-E0...
- Page 9 Location of the important labels PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT PZ50MT PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT PZ50VT • PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE. MIN. OCTANE (PUMP : 91 RON : 95) • ESSENCE SUPER SANS PLOMB. INDICE D’OCTANE MIN. (POMPE : 91 RON : 95) 8GC-2415E-E0 NOTICE 8ET-2815K-00 ATTENTION 8ET-2815K-10 TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT...
- Page 10 Location of the important labels TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT DRIVE ENTRAÎNEMENT 1. CHAIN CASE OIL Q’TY 1. CAPACITÉ D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE 250 cm³ (8.5 oz) 2. CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE 250 cm³ 2. TYPE D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE GL-3 75W or 80W 3.
- Page 11 Location of the important labels This spark ignition system meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. 3JK-82377-10 17 PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT 18 PZ50RT 18 PZ50GT/PZ50MT 19 PZ50GT...
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Page 12: Safety Information
Consult a Such use is prohibited by law, and you Yamaha dealer about any control or func- could collide with another vehicle. tion you do not understand. PZ50RT, PZ50GT and PZ50MT are de- Wear protective clothing. - Page 13 Many surfaces such as ice and hardpacked Yamaha dealer, have been designed, tested, snow require much longer stopping distanc- and approved by Yamaha for use on your es. Be alert, plan ahead and begin deceler- snowmobile. Many companies with no con- ating early.
- Page 14 Safety information clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the en- gine to cool off before storing the snowmo- bile in an enclosed space.
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Page 15: Description
Description ESU10261 PZ50GT PZ50VT 1. Storage pouch 18. Idle adjusting screw 2. Tool kit 3. Air filter 4. Oil filler cap 5. Battery 6. Main fuse 7. Fuse box 8. Coolant reservoir 9. V-belt holder (PZ50VT) 10. Strap (PZ50MT) 11. Passenger grip warmer switch (PZ50VT) 12. - Page 16 Description PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT PZ50VT 1. Brake lever 7. Throttle lever 2. Parking brake lever 8. Shroud latch (PZ50VT) 3. Grip/thumb warmer adjusting switch 9. Main switch 4. Headlight beam switch 10. Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) 5. Multi-function meter unit 6. Engine stop switch The snowmobile you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual.
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Page 17: Control Functions
Control functions throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will ESU10292 Main switch decelerate, and the engine will return to idle The main switch controls the ignition and when it is released. lighting systems. The various positions are described below. 1. Throttle lever ESU10347 1. -
Page 18: Multi-Function Meter Unit
If this occurs, have a indicator light, and all segments of the meter Yamaha dealer check the system as soon as display come on and go off. possible. The grip warmer level is initially displayed for 5 seconds, then the display switches to the fuel meter. -
Page 19: High Beam Indicator Light
Control functions Odometer, tripmeter, and engine speed meter modes 1. High beam indicator light “ ” ESU10473 Low coolant temperature indi- 1. Odometer/tripmeter/engine speed meter cator light “ ” Pushing the “SELECT” button switches the The low coolant temperature indicator light display between the odometer mode “ODO”, comes on when the coolant temperature is tripmeter mode “TRIP”, and engine speed... -
Page 20: Knock Control System Indicator Light
If the knock control system indicator level. light is flashing, have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile as soon as possi- ble. To help prevent knocking, use premium un- leaded gasoline only. (See page 24 for more... - Page 21 Control functions Grip/thumb warmer level indicator When the grip warmer side of the grip/thumb warmer adjusting switch is pressed, the grip warmer indicator comes on and the display switches to the grip warmer level. When the thumb warmer side of the grip/thumb warmer adjusting...
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Page 22: Fuel Level Warning Indicator
(see page 57 for engine oil level checking procedures), and add engine oil if necessary. If the warning indicator and the warning light still remain on, have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile. 1. Fuel level warning indicator “ ”... -
Page 23: Coolant Temperature Warning Indicator
Coolant temperature warning flashes slowly in the meter display. Note the indicator “ ” error code, and then have a Yamaha dealer If the engine overheats, the coolant tempera- inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible. ture warning indicator and the warning light NOTICE: Do not continue to operate the come on. -
Page 24: Drive Select Switch
Control functions ESU10531 Engine stop switch “ ” The engine stop switch is used to stop the en- gine in an emergency. Simply push the stop switch to stop the engine. To start the engine, pull the stop switch and proceed with starting the engine. -
Page 25: Grip/Thumb Warmer Adjusting Switch
Control functions Open the auxiliary DC jack cap, and then ESU10676 Grip/thumb warmer adjusting insert the accessory power plug into the switch jack. The grip/thumb warmer adjusting switch con- trols the electrically heated handlebar grips and throttle lever. 1. Auxiliary DC jack cap 2. -
Page 26: Parking Brake Lever
Control functions 1. Brake lever ESU14211 Drive guard EWS00402 When the brake lever is squeezed, the brake WARNING light comes on. Coming in contact with the rotating V- belt or clutch parts can cause severe in- ECS00060 NOTICE jury or death. Never run the engine with the drive guard removed. -
Page 27: V-Belt Holder (Pz50Vt)
Control functions Align the slots in the top of the drive guard with the projections on the drive guard upper holder, and then insert the drive guard locking pin into the holder. ESU10770 V-belt holder (PZ50VT) Keep a spare V-belt for emergency use by placing it into the V-belt holder provided. -
Page 28: Backrest (Pz50Vt)
Control functions ESU10802 ESU12993 Backrest (PZ50VT) Storage pouch The backrest is adjustable. The storage pouch is located behind the front bumper. Use the storage pouch to store the To adjust the backrest angle tool kit, spare parts, such as the V-belt Open the backrest zipper and loosen the (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT), or other small backrest bolts. -
Page 29: Rear Carrier (Pz50Vt)
Control functions ESU10840 Rear carrier (PZ50VT) The rear carrier is located at the rear of the snowmobile. 1. Storage pouch lower strap 2. Storage pouch 3. Bracket fastener 1. Rear carrier Be sure to route the storage pouch lower Maximum load limit: strap above the bracket fasteners. -
Page 30: Fuel
Control functions 1. Tow hitch bracket A tow hitch is available at a Yamaha dealer. Tow weight limit: 120 kgf (264 lbf) Vertical weight limit: 15 kgf (33 lbf) ESU10626 Fuel 1. Filler tube EWS00071 2. Maximum fuel level WARNING Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately. -
Page 31: Suspension
PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY conditions. Fuel tank capacity: If you are not familiar with suspension adjust- PZ50GT 26.7 L (7.05 US gal, ments, have a Yamaha dealer make these 5.87 Imp.gal) adjustments. PZ50MT 26.7 L (7.05 US gal, 5.87 Imp.gal) EWS00151 WARNING PZ50RT 26.7 L (7.05 US gal,... - Page 32 Control functions The spring preload can be adjusted by turning the adjusting rings (PZ50MT / PZ50VT) or ad- justing nuts (PZ50GT). Adjust the spring pre- load as follows. PZ50MT / PZ50VT To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjusting ring in direction (a).
- Page 33 Control functions Remove the air valve cap from the shock ESU12557 Adjusting the air pressure of the front absorber. shock absorbers (PZ50RT) EWS00730 WARNING The air pressure of the left and right shock absorbers must be adjusted to the same setting.
- Page 34 Control functions air pressure, push the black bleed valve button. NOTICE: Do not exceed 1034 When removing the connector, the sound of kPa (10.3 kgf/cm², 150 psi). [ECS00733] air escaping may be heard, but this is from the pump hose, not the shock absorber. Install the air valve cap.
- Page 35 Control functions Rebound damping setting: Minimum (soft): 20 click(s) in direction (b)* Standard: 12 click(s) in direction (b)* Maximum (hard): 3 click(s) in direction (b)* * With the adjusting knob fully turned in direction (a) 1. Compression damping force adjusting knob The damping forces will not decrease past the minimum levels even if the adjusting knobs Compression damping setting:...
- Page 36 Control functions PZ50GT / PZ50VT 1. Spring preload adjusting nut 1. Spring preload adjusting ring 2. Distance A 3. Locknut PZ50MT The spring preload setting is determined by measuring distance A, shown in the illustra- tion. The longer distance A is, the higher the spring preload;...
- Page 37 Control functions Rear torsion springs EWS00750 WARNING The left and right spring preloads must be adjusted to the same setting. Uneven set- tings can cause poor handling and loss of stability. To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjuster in di- rection (a).
- Page 38 Control functions ESU13290 ESU11034 Adjusting the compression damping Adjusting the control rods (PZ50VT) force of the rear shock absorber EWS00770 WARNING (PZ50RT) The left and right adjusting nuts must be The compression damping force can be ad- set to the same position. Uneven settings justed by turning the adjusting knob.
- Page 39 Control functions ting, indicated by red paint; otherwise, they could be damaged, which could lead to an accident or injury. [EWS00173] 1. Locknut 2. Control rod adjusting nut 3. Standard position 4. Adjustable range 5. Red paint area Tighten the locknut while holding the ad- justing nut in place.
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Page 40: Pre-Operation Checks
• Make sure the drive guard is installed securely. Drive guard • Check the drive guard mounts for damage. • Check operation. • If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy- draulic system. • Check brake pads for wear. Brake •... - Page 41 • Check the deflection. • Adjust if necessary. Drive track • Check for wear and damage. • If necessary, have a Yamaha dealer replace track. • Check for wear and damage. Slide runners • If necessary, have Yamaha dealer replace slide runners.
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Page 42: Operation
2. Off position the engine does not start or if it stops again, Turn the main switch to the start position ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snow- and release it when the engine starts. mobile. NOTICE: Release the switch immedi- an engine overheating prevention system, ately after the engine starts. -
Page 43: Break-In
After 800 km (500 mi) of operation, the engine oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced. If any engine trouble should occur dur- ing the engine break-in period, immedi- ately have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile. ESU11333 1. Start Riding your snowmobile... - Page 44 Operation Pay particular attention to the safety informa- A broken track, track fittings, or debris tion on page 6. thrown by the track could be danger- Please read all warning and notice labels on ous to bystanders. [EWS00690] your snowmobile. Also, read the Snowmobil- Braking er’s Safety Handbook that is supplied with EWS00220...
- Page 45 Operation er speeds or in tighter curves. Lean more as the turn gets sharper or is made at higher speeds. Improper riding techniques such as abrupt throttle changes, excessive braking, incorrect body movements, or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may cause the snow- mobile to tip.
- Page 46 Operation Snow and ice are slippery, so be prepared for the possibility that your snowmobile could be- gin to slip sideways on the slope. If this hap- pens, steer in the direction of the slide if there are no obstacles in your path. As you regain proper balance, gradually steer again in the direction you wish to travel.
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Page 47: Maximizing Drive Track Life
Operation track, slide runners, and drive sprockets. Op- ESU11350 Maximizing drive track life eration of the snowmobile on the following surfaces should be avoided at all times: Recommendations Dirt Track tension Sand During initial break-in, the new drive track will Rocks tend to stretch quickly as the track settles. -
Page 48: Strap (Pz50Mt)
Do not use the strap as a mounting point mize possible damage, consult your stud for cargo or accessories. manufacturer for installation and stud pattern ESU11409 recommendations. Driving Yamaha does not recommend track stud- EWS00300 ding. WARNING ESU11360 Be sure to read the “SAFETY INFORMA- Strap (PZ50MT) TION”... -
Page 49: Stopping The Engine
Operation Squeeze the brake lever to stop the snowmobile. Apply the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the left. ESU11411 Stopping the engine Turn the main switch to the off position to stop the engine. 1. Drive select switch 2. - Page 50 Operation vents, and also help protect the snowmo- bile against damage from debris on the road. If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck in areas where road salt is used, coat metal suspension surfaces light- ly with oil or another protectant. This will help protect against corrosion.
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Page 51: Periodic Maintenance And Adjustment
Failure to properly maintain the snowmobile or performing maintenance activities incor- rectly may increase your risk of injury or death during service or while using the snow- mobile. If you are not familiar with snowmobile service, have a Yamaha dealer perform service. -
Page 52: Periodic Maintenance Chart For The Emission Control System
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11461 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require special tools, data and technical skills. INITIAL EVERY Seasonally 1 month ITEM... -
Page 53: General Maintenance And Lubrication Chart
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11564 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- •... - Page 54 Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL EVERY Seasonally 1 month ITEM REMARKS PAGE or 800 km 4000 km (500 mi) (2500 mi) (40 hr) (200 hr) • Check toe-out. * Steering system • Adjust if necessary. • Check bearing assemblies for looseness.
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Page 55: Tool Kit
If you do not have a torque wrench available during a service operation requiring one, take your snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer to check the torque settings and adjust them if necessary. 1. Latch... - Page 56 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Loosen the fasteners, lift up the air filter case cover slightly, and then unhook the cover from the air filter case to remove it. 1. Holder on the front cover 2. Projection on the air filter case cover Shroud and air filter case cover 1.
- Page 57 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Air filter case cover 1. Fastener 2. Fastener 2. Left side cover To close the shroud and install the air filter To install the left side cover case cover Place the left side cover in the original posi- Insert the projections on the end of the air tion, and then tighten the fasteners.
- Page 58 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Tightening torques: Right upper cover bolt A: 8 Nm (0.8 m·kgf, 5.8 ft·lbf) Right upper cover bolt B: 3.0 Nm (0.30 m·kgf, 2.2 ft·lbf) Install the top cover. Left and right upper covers (PZ50VT) To remove an upper cover Open the shroud.
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Page 59: Checking The Spark Plugs
Do not at- tempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, take the snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer for inspection and possible repairs. You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plugs because heat and deposits 1. -
Page 60: Adjusting The Engine Idling Speed
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Rubber cap 1. Spark plug gap 2. Spark plug reach Insert a Phillips screwdriver into the hole, Before installing any spark plug, measure the and then turn the idle adjusting screw in spark plug gap with a wire thickness gauge or out to adjust the engine idling speed. -
Page 61: Checking The Throttle Lever Free Play (Pz50Vt)
While holding the pivot point as described Throttle lever free play: above, squeeze the throttle lever gradu- 2.0–3.0 mm (0.08–0.12 in) ally. Have a Yamaha dealer adjust the free play if necessary. ESU11863 Checking the throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) EWS00352 WARNING When checking the T.O.R.S., take precau-... -
Page 62: Checking The Air Filter
Yamaha dealer. Operating the snowmobile with a mal- functioning T.O.R.S. could result in loss of control. -
Page 63: High-Altitude Settings
The oil filter cartridge should be re- sult a Yamaha dealer. The dealer can tell you placed after the first 800 km (500 mi) of if there are any changes necessary for the al- operation, and every 20000 km (12000 titude where you plan to ride. - Page 64 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Remove the oil filler cap, wipe the dipstick clean, insert it back into the oil filler hole (without screwing it in), and then remove it again to check the oil level. Start the engine, warm it up for 10–15 minutes, and then turn it off.
- Page 65 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole, and then tighten the oil filler cap. Connect the oil level gauge coupler. Install the right side cover (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT), or install the right side cover and the right upper cover, and then close the shroud (PZ50VT).
- Page 66 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Place an oil pan under the engine to col- only the recommended oil. (See page lect the used oil. 83.) Make sure that no foreign material 10. Remove the engine oil drain bolt and its enters the engine oil tank. [ECS00462] gasket to drain the oil from the crank- case.
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Page 67: Cooling System
To check the coolant level warning indicator comes on when the Place the snowmobile on a level surface engine is running, immediately turn and apply the parking brake. the engine off and have a Yamaha Remove cover (PZ50RT / dealer check the snowmobile. Con-... - Page 68 Check for any coolant leakage. If coolant is leaking, check for the cause. If you find any leaks, consult a Yamaha deal- Fill the coolant reservoir with coolant until it reaches the “COLD LEVEL” mark.
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Page 69: V-Belt
(PZ50VT). (See page 49 Have a Yamaha dealer make this adjust- for the procedures.) ment. Remove the drive guard. -
Page 70: Drive Chain Housing
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Secondary sliding sheave 1. Secondary sliding sheave 2. Secondary fixed sheave 2. Secondary fixed sheave Pull the V-belt up over the secondary Install the V-belt between the secondary fixed sheave. fixed sheave and the secondary sliding sheave. - Page 71 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Install the dipstick, making sure to align the notch in the dipstick handle with the projection on the drive chain housing. 1. Dipstick Remove the dipstick and check that the oil level is within the range shown at the 1.
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Page 72: Brake And Parking Brake
4.7 mm (0.19 in) You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident. Ask a Yamaha Install the right side cover. dealer to inspect and repair the brake Checking the parking brake pads system. - Page 73 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Install the right side cover. To adjust the parking brake As the parking brake pads wear, adjustment may be necessary to ensure proper brake performance. Remove the right side cover. (See page 49 for removal procedures.) Loosen the parking brake pad adjusting bolt locknut and the parking brake pad adjusting bolt.
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Page 74: Skis And Ski Runners
Improper maintenance can result in loss of braking ability. Observe these precau- Make sure that the brake fluid and the fol- tions: lowing parts are replaced by a Yamaha Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to dealer. enter the brake system, reducing brak- Brake fluid replacement is necessary when ing performance. -
Page 75: Steering System
Turn the handlebar so the skis face straight ahead. Check the following for ski alignment: Skis are facing forward. Ski toe-out (distance A – distance B) is If excessive free play is felt, consult a Yamaha within specification. dealer. ESU12176 Drive track and slide runners... - Page 76 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Inspect the drive track condition fre- Check the drive track alignment with the quently. Replace any damaged slide slide runners. If the alignment is incorrect, metal. Replace the drive track if it is adjust the drive track. damaged to the depth where fabric rein- forcement material is visible or support rods are broken.
- Page 77 Periodic maintenance and adjustment Drive track Shifted to Shifted to left alignment right Left adjusting Turn out Turn in Right adjust- Turn in Turn out ing nut 1. Drive track deflection 2. Slide runner Standard drive track deflection: 30.0–35.0 mm (1.18–1.38 in) If the deflection is incorrect, adjust the drive track.
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Page 78: High-Profile Pattern Drive Track
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Shifted to left 1. Slide runner 1. Forward 2. Wear limit height 2. Gap 3. Slide runner Slide runner wear limit height: 4. Drive track 10.5 mm (0.41 in) 5. Slide metal ECS00350 Adjust the drive track deflection to speci- NOTICE fication. -
Page 79: Lubrication
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ECS00610 NOTICE Only use in deep snow riding condi- tions. Operation on areas with light snowfall, ice, hard-packed snow, dirt, or grass will result in rapid wear or damage to the track and slide runners from lack of snow which serves as a lubricant. -
Page 80: Adjusting The Headlight Beams
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Remove the bulb holder cover. Install a new bulb, and then hook the bulb holder onto the headlight unit. NOTICE: PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT Keep oil and your hands away from the glass part of the bulb or its life and illumination will be affected. -
Page 81: Fittings And Fasteners
Always shield your eyes when working near batteries. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Charge or have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged. Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quickly if the snow- 1. -
Page 82: Replacing A Fuse
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU12354 Replacing a fuse EWS00550 WARNING Be sure to use the specified fuse. A wrong fuse could cause electrical system dam- age or A FIRE HAZARD. ECS00631 NOTICE Be sure to turn the main switch to the off 1. - Page 83 20.0 A, 15.0 A, 10.0 A, 7.5 A, 4.0 A, 3.0 A Connect the negative battery lead by in- stalling the bolt. Install the right side cover. If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile.
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Page 84: Troubleshooting
• No fuel in tank: Supply fuel. ↓ • Clogged fuel line: Clean fuel line. ↓ • Clogged injector: Ask a Yamaha dealer to check. Fuel supplied to combustion chamber • Flooded engine: Crank engine or wipe spark plugs dry. Electrical system Compression... - Page 85 12. Install the right side cover. 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 check. Discharged battery: Charge battery or see “Discharged battery” above.
- Page 86 Worn or damaged V-belt: Replace V-belt or Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude ask a Yamaha dealer to check. or conditions: Ask a Yamaha dealer to Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude check. or conditions: Ask a Yamaha dealer to Engine constantly backfires or mis- check.
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Page 87: Storage
Do not use high-pressure washers or ter the engine. Use Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine steam-jet cleaners since they cause wa- Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to... - Page 88 Apply a coat of wax to painted surfaces. Apply that you have your snowmobile checked and suitable protectants to the exterior of the en- tuned by a Yamaha dealer. The dealer has gine, drive track, and to other metal, plastic, the experience and training to help you get and rubber parts.
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Page 89: Specifications
Specifications ESU1246C Fuel injection: ID mark: 8GC3 10 Dimensions: Fuel: Overall length: Type: PZ50GT 2820 mm (111.0 in) PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE PZ50MT 3195 mm (125.8 in) ONLY PZ50RT 2820 mm (111.0 in) Minimum pump octane (R+M)/2: PZ50VT 3150 mm (124.0 in) Overall width: Starting system: PZ50GT 1215 mm (47.8 in) - Page 90 Specifications Sheave offset: Throttle: 14.5–17.5 mm (0.57–0.69 in) Operation: Engagement speed (Subject to change Handle lever, right-hand operated Electrical system: according to elevation settings.): PZ50GT 3700–4100 r/min Ignition system: PZ50MT 4100–4500 r/min T.C.I. PZ50RT 3700–4100 r/min Spark plug: PZ50VT 3300–3700 r/min Manufacturer: Shift speed [Subject to change according to elevation settings.
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Page 91: Consumer Information
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. -
Page 92: Vehicle Emission Control Information Label
Consumer information ESU13461 Vehicle Emission Control Infor- mation label 1. Vehicle Emission Control Information label The Vehicle Emission Control Information la- bel is affixed at the location in the illustration. This label shows specifications related to ex- haust emissions as required by federal law, state law and Environment Canada. -
Page 93: Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.s.a. Snowmobile Limited Warranty
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). - Page 94 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...
- Page 95 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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Page 96: Yamaha Extended Service (Y.e.s.)
Consumer information ESU12511 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) - Page 97 Index Air filter, checking........56 Identification numbers ......85 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ..... 19 Knock control system indicator light ..14 Backrest (PZ50VT)........22 Battery............75 Location of the important labels ....1 Brake and parking brake ......66 Low coolant temperature indicator light ...
- Page 98 Index Storage............. 81 Storage pouch.......... 22 Strap (PZ50MT) ........42 Suspension ..........25 Throttle lever ..........11 Throttle lever free play, adjusting (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT)..... 54 Throttle lever free play, checking (PZ50VT) ..........55 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ..11 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.), checking..........
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