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OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. VK10FG LIT-12628-03-29 8KW-28199-70...
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ESU10043 Les émissions du moteur de ce produit contiennent des substances chimiques connues dans l’État de Californie pour provoquer des cancers, des malformations congénitales et des troubles de la reproduction. Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
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Important manual information ESU10152 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.
Contents Pre-operation checks ..... 26 Location of the important labels..1 Pre-operation check list....26 Safety information......5 Operation ......... 28 Starting the engine......28 Description......... 7 Break-in ........29 Riding your snowmobile ....29 Control functions....... 9 Maximizing drive track life .... 33 Main switch ........
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Identification number records ..78 Vehicle Emission Control Information label ......79 YAMAHA SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY 2015 and Later Models ....... 80 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) FOR U.S.A. CUSTOMERS......83 YAMAHA PROTECTION PLUS (YPP) FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS......84 Index ..........85...
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 dealer.
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Location of the important labels WARNING NOTICE 8KW-7718A-E0 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 350 cm³ (11.8 oz) 2. CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE 350 cm³ 2.
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Location of the important labels MAX. TOWING FORCE MAX. VERTICAL FORCE FORCE DE REMORQUAGE MAX. FORCE VERTICALE MAX. 1176 N (120 kgf), 264 lbf 147 N (15 kgf), 33 lbf WARNING AVERTISSEMENT • NEVER stand behind or near • Ne JAMAIS se tenir à proximité ou à a rotating track.
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Location of the important labels 8FA-E0 JUMPER CABLE CONNECTION LEADS • For connecting procedures, refer to Owner’s Manual. FILS DE BRANCHEMENT DES CÂBLES DE DÉMARRAGE • Effectuer le branchement des câbles de démarrage conformément aux instructions du Manuel du propriétaire. 8FA-2389C-E0...
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. Be careful where you ride. There may be ...
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Genuine Yamaha Ac- cessories, which are available only from a Yamaha dealer, have been designed, tested, and approved by Yamaha for use on your snowmobile. Many companies with no con- nection to Yamaha manufacture parts and accessories or offer other modifications for Yamaha vehicles.
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Description 1. Parking brake lever 8. Engine stop switch 2. Brake lever 9. Throttle lever 3. Grip warmer adjusting switch 10. Shroud latch 4. Helmet shield heater jack 11. Shift lever 5. Multi-function meter unit 12. Main switch 6. Auxiliary DC jack 13.
Control functions throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will ESU10293 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 ESU13243 1.
If the T.O.R.S. is activated, the warning light and engine trouble warning indicator flash, and the two-digit code “84” displays in the meter display. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the system as soon as possible. 1. Tachometer 2.
Control functions 1. Odometer/tripmeter 1. High beam indicator light “ ” To reset the tripmeter, push the select/reset ESU10474 Low coolant temperature indi- button for at least one second while the trip- meter is displayed. cator light “ ” The low coolant temperature indicator light comes on when the coolant temperature is ...
Control functions ESU10428 Fuel meter and grip/thumb The snowmobile must be stopped on a level warmer level indicator surface to obtain an accurate fuel meter The fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level reading, since the reading changes accord- indicator have eight segments which show ing to the movement and inclination of the the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank, snowmobile.
Control functions If the fuel level warning indicator, the warning light, and all segments of the fuel meter flash, have a Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmo- bile as soon as possible. 1. Thumb warmer adjusting switch The grip/thumb warmer level is displayed...
“ ” If the warning indicator and the warning light If the engine overheats, the coolant tempera- still remain on, have a Yamaha dealer check ture warning indicator and the warning light the snowmobile. come on. When this occurs, stop the engine...
Note the error ESU10662 Headlight beam switch code, and then have a Yamaha dealer in- “LIGHTS” spect the snowmobile as soon as possible. NOTICE: Do not continue to operate the Push the headlight beam switch to change the headlight to high beam “HI”...
Control functions 1. Thumb warmer adjusting switch 1. Auxiliary DC jack cap 2. Auxiliary DC jack To raise the temperature After using the auxiliary DC jack, be sure To raise the temperature, press the respec- to remove the accessory power plug tive switch to “HI”.
Control functions Open the helmet shield heater jack cap, and then insert the power plug of the hel- met shield heater into the jack. 1. Brake lever When the brake lever is squeezed, the brake 1. Helmet shield heater jack light comes on.
Control functions ESU15000 Drive guard EWS00403 WARNING Coming in contact with the rotating V- belt or clutch parts can cause severe in- jury or death. Never run the engine with the drive guard removed. Make sure that the drive guard is in- stalled securely before operating the snowmobile to protect against severe ESU12563...
Control functions Align the slots in the rear of the drive guard with the projections on the drive guard rear holder, and then insert the drive guard locking pin into the holder as shown. 1. Drive guard 2. Drive guard locking pin Lift up the rear of the drive guard as shown, and then pull the guard rearward to remove it.
Control functions 1. Passenger grip warmer switch ECS00221 2. Off NOTICE 3. “HI” (high) Do not place sharp items in the storage 4. “LO” (low) compartment. Fuel could leak if the fuel ESU15010 tank is damaged. Storage areas The bottom of the storage compartment This snowmobile is equipped with a storage may be hot during or immediately after compartment, rear storage area, and rear...
Control functions To install the passenger seat and backrest Maximum load limit: Open the rider seat. (See “Storage com- Rear storage area: 5 kg (11 lbs) partment” for details.) Rear carrier: Remove the passenger seat bolts, insert 20 kg (44 lbs) the hooks on the bottom of the passen- ger seat and backrest into the slots in the EWS00141...
Control functions Use the tow hitch within the specified weight limits. 1. Tow hitch Tow weight limit: 120 kgf (264 lbf) Vertical weight limit: 15 kgf (33 lbf) ESU14800 Fuel EWS00072 WARNING 1. Filler tube 2. Maximum fuel level Gasoline and gasoline vapors are ex- tremely flammable.
44.6 L (11.77 US gal, 9.81 Imp.gal) an open flame or other high heat source. This may cause the unit to explode due Your Yamaha engine has been designed to to excessive gas pressure. use regular unleaded gasoline with a pump ...
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Control functions 1. Spring preload adjusting ring 1. Spring preload adjusting ring Spring preload setting: Spring preload setting: Minimum (soft): Minimum (soft): Standard: Standard: Maximum (hard): Maximum (hard): Rear torsion springs ESU14321 Adjusting the spring preload of the EWS00751 center shock absorber and the rear WARNING torsion springs The left and right spring preloads must be...
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Control functions Spring preload setting: Spring preload setting*: Minimum (soft): Minimum (soft): 13 mm (0.51 in) Standard: Standard: 13 mm (0.51 in) Maximum (hard): Maximum (hard): 15 mm (0.59 in) * Distance A changes 1.25 mm (0.05 in) with each full turn of the adjusting ESU13114 nut.
• 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 •...
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• 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.
2. Off position the engine does not start or if it stops Turn the main switch to the start position again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the and release it when the engine starts. snowmobile. NOTICE: Release the switch immedi- ...
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. ESU11334 1. Start Riding your snowmobile...
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Operation Pay particular attention to the safety informa- A broken track, track fittings, or debris tion on page 5. thrown by the track could be danger- Please read all warning and notice labels on ous to bystanders. [EWS00691] your snowmobile. Also, read the Snowmobil- Braking er’s Safety Handbook that is supplied with EWS00221...
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Operation higher 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, incor- rect body movements, or too much speed for the sharpness of the turn may cause the snowmobile to tip.
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Operation Snow and ice are slippery, so be prepared for the possibility that your snowmobile could begin to slip sideways on the slope. If this happens, 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.
Operation track, slide runners, and drive sprockets. Op- ESU11351 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 ...
To mini- mize possible damage, consult your stud for cargo or accessories. manufacturer for installation and stud pattern ESU12577 recommendations. Driving Yamaha does not recommend track stud- EWS00301 ding. WARNING ESU11361 Be sure to read the “SAFETY INFORMA- Strap TION”...
Operation 1. “D” Drive (forward) 1. Off 2. “R” Reverse Push down the engine stop switch to stop 3. “L” Low (forward) the engine in an emergency. The reverse buzzer beeps while the transmis- sion is in reverse. Release the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the right.
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Operation to clean the snowmobile when you get to your destination to remove any corrosive salts.
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.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11462 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system Items marked with an asterisk should be performed by a Yamaha dealer as they require spe- cial tools, data and technical skills. INITIAL EVERY Seasonally 1 month...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11566 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- •...
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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 for wear and damage. Slide runners • Replace if necessary. • Check for wear and damage. Skis and ski runners •...
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 1. Shroud necessary.
Do not attempt 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.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment to the end of the threaded portion. If the ECS00383 NOTICE reach is too long, overheating and engine Make sure that the spark plug caps are se- damage may result. If the reach is too short, curely installed.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart. ESU11979 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge The engine oil level should be checked before each use. In addition, the oil must be...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment To change the engine oil (with or without oil filter cartridge replacement) Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Start the engine, warm it up for several minutes, and then turn it off. Open the shroud.
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1. Cylinder head cap 1. Oil filter cartridge 1. Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank) 2. Gasket An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha Place an oil pan under the engine to col- dealer. lect the used oil.
(See above for the checking proce- ning, immediately turn the engine off dure.) NOTICE: When adding the and have a Yamaha dealer check the engine oil, be careful not to fill above snowmobile. Continuing to operate the “H” level mark on the dipstick. Use the engine under such conditions only the recommended oil.
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To check the coolant level cooling system leak. Consult a Yamaha deal- Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake.
Fill the coolant reservoir with coolant un- til it reaches the “FULL” mark. Install the coolant reservoir cap. Check for any coolant leakage. If you find any leaks, consult a Yamaha deal- 1. V-belt wear limit Close the shroud.
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As the V-belt wears, the position of the V- belt will change. If the V-belt position is out of specification, it must be adjusted to ensure proper clutch performance. Have a Yamaha dealer make this adjust- ment. 1. V-belt Remove the V-belt from the secondary...
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Edge of the secondary sheave assembly 2. Standard V-belt position 1. V-belt position adjusting bolt 2. Spacer Standard V-belt position: From 1.5 mm (0.06 in) above the V-belt position Adjustment edge of the secondary sheave as- More than 1.5 mm sembly to 0.5 mm (0.02 in) below the (0.06 in) above the...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 10. Rotate the secondary sliding sheave clockwise and push it so that it separates from the secondary fixed sheave. 1. Rubber cap Check the oil level through the check window, located on the drive chain hous- 1.
Do not operate the snowmobile if you find any problems in the brake system. You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident. Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect and repair the brake system. ECS00061...
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Check the brake pads for wear. If the brake pads reach the wear limit, Close the shroud. ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. To adjust the parking brake As the parking brake pads wear, adjustment may be necessary to ensure proper brake performance.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Parking brake cable length: 43.5–46.5 mm (1.713–1.831 in) Tighten the parking brake cable locknut. Turn the parking brake pad adjusting bolt in or out to adjust the clearance between the parking brake pads and the brake disc.
1. Drive sprocket tooth the brake system for leakage. If the brake flu- 2. Drive sprocket tooth width id level goes down suddenly, have a Yamaha ESU12145 Skis and ski runners dealer check the cause before further riding.
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. To adjust the handlebar height Remove the handlebar cover.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Area where projection cannot be installed 1. Handlebar bolt Tighten the front handlebar bolts to the Move the handlebar up or down to adjust specified torque, and then tighten the the handlebar height to the desired posi- rear handlebar bolts to the specified tion.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment Do not allow anyone to stand behind the snowmobile when the engine is running. When the rear of the snowmobile is raised to allow the drive track to spin, a suitable stand must be used to support the rear of the snowmobile.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Spring scale 1. Rear axle nut Lift the rear of the snowmobile onto a suitable stand to raise the drive track off Measure the gap between the slide runner the ground. and the edge of the track window on both Start the engine and rotate the drive sides.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Shifted to right Recheck alignment and deflection. If necessary, repeat steps 3 to 5 until the proper adjustment is achieved. Lower the snowmobile to the ground. Tighten the rear axle nut. Rear axle nut tightening torque: 75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf, 54 ft·lbf) Slide runners Check the slide runners for wear and dam-...
Periodic maintenance and adjustment EWS00512 WARNING Do not grease the throttle cable because it could become frozen, which could cause loss of control. Apply a dab of grease onto the cable end only. For parts equipped with a grease nipple, use a grease gun.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Headlight coupler 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb. 2. Bulb holder cover Bulb type: Unhook the bulb holder, and then re- Halogen bulb move the burnt-out bulb. Install the bulb holder cover, and then connect the headlight coupler.
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 bat- tery tends to discharge more quickly if the 1.
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU15070 Replacing a fuse EWS00551 WARNING Be sure to use the specified fuse. A wrong fuse could cause electrical system dam- age or A FIRE HAZARD. ECS00632 NOTICE Be sure to turn the main switch to the off 1.
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Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. ISC (Idle Speed Control) unit inlet hose 1. Spare fuse 2. Fuel injection system fuse Unhook the battery band, and then re- 3. Main fuse move the battery cover. 1 2 3 4 1. “IGN” (ignition) fuse 1.
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10. Install the battery cover, and then hook the battery band onto the holder. 11. Install the air filter case by reversing the removal steps 2–5. 12. Close the shroud. If the fuse immediately blows again, ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile.
Clean fuel line. 1. Throttle switch connector ↓ Compression • Clogged injector: Insufficient Ask a Yamaha dealer to check. • Loose cylinder head nuts: Fuel supplied to combustion chamber Tighten nuts properly. • Flooded engine: ↓ Crank engine or wipe spark plugs •...
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Troubleshooting to the frame or any metal part of the snowmobile. This can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD. Be sure to pull the lead covers back over the terminals completely. If the termi- nals are exposed, they could come into contact with the frame or a metal part of the snowmobile and this can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE...
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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. Seized engine: Seizure is caused by poor lubrication, inadequate fuel, or an air leak.
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Noise or excessive vibration in drive chain and sprockets Broken V-belt clutch components: Ask a Yamaha dealer to check. Worn or damaged bearings: Ask a Yamaha dealer to check. Worn or damaged V-belt with flat spots: Replace.
Do not use high-pressure washers or the fuel increases the chance for water to en- ter the engine. Use Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine steam-jet cleaners since they cause wa- Fogging Oil, or an equivalent fogging oil, to...
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Apply a coat of wax to painted surfaces. Ap- that you have your snowmobile checked and ply suitable protectants to the exterior of the tuned by a Yamaha dealer. The dealer has engine, drive track, and to other metal, plas- the experience and training to help you get tic, and rubber parts.
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.
Consumer information ESU13462 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.
Yamaha snowmobile dealer, shall, free of Failures other than those resulting from defects in charge, repair or replace, at Yamaha’s option, any part material or workmanship which arise solely as a result adjudged...
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Q. Will the warranty be void or canceled if I do not operate or maintain my new Yamaha exactly as specified in the Owner’s Manual? 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...
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Consumer information Q. What responsibility does my dealer have under this When contacting Yamaha, be sure to include the model, warranty? serial number, names, dates, and receipts. A. Each Yamaha snowmobile dealer is expected to: 1. Completely set up every new machine before sale.
• Under the Yamaha Protection Plus program, Yamaha picks up the entire cost of parts and labour to repair every applicable mechanical defect. • Yamaha’s computerized warranty system is updated...
Index Low coolant temperature indicator Air filter, checking ........44 light ............11 Auxiliary DC jack ........16 Lubrication ..........63 Battery............66 Main switch ..........9 Brake and parking brake......55 Multi-function meter unit......10 Brake lever ..........17 Break-in............
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Index Tool kit ............. 41 Tow hitch ..........21 Transporting..........35 Troubleshooting ........70 Valve clearance ........45 V-belt............51 V-belt holders........... 19 Vehicle Emission Control Information label ............79 Warranty, extended........83 Warranty, limited ........80 Warranty, protection plus......84...
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