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Yamaha FX Nytro FX10A, Owner'S Manual

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Control functions

15

To raise the temperature

To raise the grip warmer temperature, press
the “

” side of the switch. To raise the thumb

warmer temperature, press the “

” side of

the switch.

To lower the temperature

Continue to press the switch until the temper-
ature level returns to the minimum level, and
then raise the temperature to the desired lev-
el.
See “Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level
indicator” on page 11 for detailed information.

ESU10696

Auxiliary DC jack 
(FX10M53S/FX10M62S) 

The auxiliary DC jack is located in the front
panel and can be used for accessories.

TIP

The auxiliary DC jack can only be used if the
engine is running.

To use the auxiliary DC jack

1.

Start the engine.

2.

Open the auxiliary DC jack cap, and then
insert the accessory power plug into the
jack.

3.

After using the auxiliary DC jack, be sure
to remove the accessory power plug from
the jack and to close the auxiliary DC jack
cap.

NOTICE

ECS00122

●

To avoid circuit overload and a possible
fuse blowing, do not use accessories re-
quiring more than the maximum rated
capacity for the auxiliary DC jack. (See
page 77 for the specified fuse amper-
age.)

●

Do not use an automotive cigarette light-
er or other accessory with a plug that
gets hot because the jack can be dam-
aged.

ESU13523

Brake lever 

The snowmobile is stopped by braking the en-
tire drive system.
Squeeze the brake lever towards the handle-
bar grip to stop the snowmobile.

TIP

When the brake lever is squeezed, the brake
light comes on.

The brake lever is equipped with a position
adjuster.

To adjust the brake lever position

1.

Loosen the locknut.

1. Auxiliary DC jack cap

2. Auxiliary DC jack

Maximum rated capacity:

DC 12 V, 2.5 A (30 W)

1. Brake lever

U8HK12E0.book  Page 15  Monday, May 17, 2010  11:42 AM

Summary of Contents for FX Nytro FX10A

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL FX10A FX10RTRSA FX10XTA FX10M53SA FX10M62SA 8HK 28199 12 LIT 12628 02 94 ESU10012 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle DIC183 ...

Page 2: ...ESU10041 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U8HK12E0 book Page 1 Monday May 17 2010 11 42 AM ...

Page 3: ... of printing there may be minor discrepancies between your snowmobile and this manual If there is any question concerning this manual please consult a Yamaha dealer WARNING EWS00670 Please read this manual carefully before operating this snowmobile Do not attempt to operate this snowmobile until you have attained adequate knowledge of its con trols and operating features Regular inspections and ca...

Page 4: ...fety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death WARNING EWS00021 A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa tion which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury NOTICE ECS00011 A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the snowmobile or other property TIP A TIP provides key information to make pro cedures easier or clearer U8HK12E0...

Page 5: ... 38 Riding your snowmobile 38 Maximizing drive track life 42 Strap FX10M53S FX10M62S 43 Driving 43 Stopping the engine 44 Transporting 45 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 46 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 46 General maintenance and lubrication chart 48 Tool kit 50 Removing and installing the shroud and covers 50 Checking the spark plugs 51 Adjusting the throttle leve...

Page 6: ...ecifications 84 Consumer information 86 Identification number records 86 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 87 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY 88 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 91 U8HK12E0 book Page 2 Monday May 17 2010 11 42 AM ...

Page 7: ...ontain 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 er 1 3 4 5 2 6 7 8 9 13 14 12 11 10 U8HK12E0 book Page 1 Monday May 17 2010 11 42 AM ...

Page 8: ...HAÎNE 3 FLÈCHE DE LA CHENILLE POUR PLUS DE DÉTAIL VOIR LE MANUEL D ATELIER POUR CE MODÈLE LES CARACTÉRISTIQUE TECHNIQUES SONT SUSCEPTIBLES DE CHANGER SANS NOTIFICATION PRÉALABLE 200 cm 6 8 oz GL 3 75W or 80W 40 45 mm 1 57 1 77 in 100 N 10 kg 22 lb 200 cm GL 3 75W or 80W 8HR 47578 00 40 45 mm 100 N 10 kg TUNE UP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT DRIVE 1 CHAIN CASE OIL Q TY 2 CHAIN C...

Page 9: ...nowmobile is originally equipped with a 57mm 2 25in high profile pattern track for deep snow riding conditions Operation on light snowfall ice hard packed snow dirt etc will result in rapid wear or damage to track and slide runners Cette motoneige est équipée d une chenille à relief de 57 mm 2 25 po pour la neige profonde La conduite sur de la neige peu profonde de la glace de la neige tassée de l...

Page 10: ...rements 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 WARNING This unit contains high pressure nitrogen gas Mishandling can cause explosion Read owner s manual for instructions Do not incinerate puncture or open AVERTISSEMENT Cette unité contient...

Page 11: ...in the vehicle properly in creases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 35 for a list of pre operation checks Apply the parking brake before starting the engine Never drive the snowmobile with the parking brake applied This may over heat the brake disc and reduce braking abil ity While using your snowmobile This snowmobile was not manufactured for use on public streets roads...

Page 12: ...t decision 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 ac cessories or offer other modifications for Yamaha vehicles Yamaha is not in a position to test the products that these aftermarket companies produce Therefore Yamaha can...

Page 13: ... 8 9 4 12 FX10XT 11 1 2 3 1 2 3 13 5 6 7 8 9 4 12 1 Storage pouch 2 Tool kit 3 Coolant reservoir 4 Air filter 5 Battery 6 Main fuse 7 Fuel injection system fuse 8 Oil filler cap 9 Fuse box 10 Strap FX10M53S FX10M62S 11 Tail brake light 12 Slide rail suspension 13 Drive track U8HK12E0 book Page 7 Monday May 17 2010 11 42 AM ...

Page 14: ... and specifications are subjected to change without notice 1 2 3 4 6 7 9 8 5 1 Brake lever 2 Parking brake lever 3 Grip thumb warmer adjusting switch 4 Auxiliary DC jack FX10M53S FX10M62S 5 Main switch 6 Engine stop switch 7 Throttle lever 8 Shift lever 9 Headlight beam switch U8HK12E0 book Page 8 Monday May 17 2010 11 42 AM ...

Page 15: ...to idle when it is released ESU10347 Throttle override system T O R S WARNING EWS00041 If the T O R S is activated make sure that the cause of the malfunction has been cor rected and that the engine can be operated without a problem before restarting the engine Continuing to operate with a mal function could cause loss of control or damage If the throttle valves or throttle cable malfunc tions dur...

Page 16: ...icators a fuel meter which shows the fuel remain ing in the fuel tank a grip thumb warmer level indicator which shows the grip warmer or the thumb warm er level When the key is turned to the on position the warning light the low coolant temperature in dicator light and all segments of the meter display come on and go off The grip warmer level is initially displayed for 5 seconds then the display s...

Page 17: ...473 Low coolant temperature indi cator light The low coolant temperature indicator light comes on when the coolant temperature is low and informs the rider that the snowmobile should be warmed up After the engine is started warm it up until the indicator light goes off The snowmobile can be operated normally af ter the indicator light goes off TIP Drive the snowmobile at low speeds when the low co...

Page 18: ...tch is pressed the thumb warmer indicator comes on and the display switches to the thumb warmer level See Grip thumb warmer adjusting switch on page 14 for detailed information TIP The grip thumb warmer level is displayed for 5 seconds after releasing the grip thumb warmer adjusting switch then the display switches to the fuel meter When the engine is started the grip thumb warmer levels are set t...

Page 19: ...ight do not go off check the engine oil lev el in the oil tank see page 56 for engine oil level checking procedures and add engine oil if necessary If the oil level warning indicator and the warn ing light still remain on have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile ESU10513 Coolant temperature warning indicator If the engine overheats the coolant tempera ture warning indicator and the warning light ...

Page 20: ...engine To start the engine pull the stop switch and proceed with starting the engine See page 37 for engine starting procedures During the first few rides practice using the stop switch so that you can react quickly in an emergency ESU10661 Headlight beam switch LIGHTS Push the headlight beam switch to change the headlight to high beam HI or to low beam LO ESU10676 Grip thumb warmer adjusting swit...

Page 21: ...to the jack 3 After using the auxiliary DC jack be sure to remove the accessory power plug from the jack and to close the auxiliary DC jack cap NOTICE ECS00122 To avoid circuit overload and a possible fuse blowing do not use accessories re quiring more than the maximum rated capacity for the auxiliary DC jack See page 77 for the specified fuse amper age Do not use an automotive cigarette light er ...

Page 22: ...he parking brake lever to the left To release the parking brake move the park ing brake lever to the right ESU13032 Shift lever The shift lever is used to put the snowmobile into forward or reverse Before shifting wait for the snowmobile to come to a complete stop with the engine idling Pull the shift lever out slide it to FWD or to REV until it stops and then push it back in 1 Locknut 2 Adjusting...

Page 23: ...ion NOTICE ECS00830 Never run the engine with the V belt re moved Clutch components can be dam aged The drive guard is designed to protect the V belt clutch and V belt in case parts break or come loose The drive guard is located behind the left side cover See page 50 for removal procedures To remove the drive guard 1 Pull out the drive guard locking pin from the drive guard rear holder 2 Lift up t...

Page 24: ...storage pouch to store the tool kit manuals spare parts such as the V belt or other small items To remove the storage pouch Unhook the swivel hook from the storage pouch bracket and then pull out the storage pouch as shown To install the storage pouch Place the storage pouch in the original posi tion and then hook the swivel hook onto the bracket 1 Drive guard 1 Drive guard 2 Drive guard locking p...

Page 25: ...re is sufficient gasoline in the tank 1 Before refueling turn off the engine and be sure that nobody is on the snowmo bile Never refuel while smoking or while in the vicinity of sparks open flames or other sources of ignition such as the pilot lights of water heaters and clothes dry ers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank Stop filling when the fuel reaches the bottom of the filler tube Because fuel ex...

Page 26: ... adjusted to suit rider preference Softer settings for example may provide greater rider comfort while harder settings may allow more precise handling and control over certain types of terrain or riding conditions If you are not familiar with suspension adjust ments have a Yamaha dealer make these adjustments WARNING EWS00151 Read and understand the following infor mation before handling shock abs...

Page 27: ...orbers FX10RTRS FX10M53S FX10M62S WARNING EWS00730 The air pressure of the left and right shock absorbers must be adjusted to the same setting Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of stability FX10RTRS The air pressure of the shock absorbers can be adjusted using the shock absorber pump included with your snowmobile To adjust the air pressure WARNING EWS00621 Support the snowmobile sec...

Page 28: ...en it approxi mately six turns until the pressure regis ters on the pump gauge NOTICE Do not overtighten the connector onto the air valve as this will damage the connector seal ECS00721 TIP If the shock absorber has no air pressure the gauge reading will be zero 5 To increase the air pressure operate the pump a few times The pressure should increase slowly If the pressure increases rapidly check t...

Page 29: ...quipped with an air pressure gauge One side of the gauge has a low pressure meter and the other side of the gauge has a high pressure meter Use the low pressure meter to adjust the front shock absorbers To adjust the air pressure WARNING EWS00621 Support the snowmobile securely on a suitable stand before adjusting the shock absorbers Otherwise the snowmobile could fall and cause injury NOTICE ECS0...

Page 30: ...essure increases rapidly check to make sure that the pump is properly connected and tight ened onto the air valve To decrease the air pressure push the black bleed valve button NOTICE Do not exceed 1034 kPa 10 3 kgf cm 150 psi ECS00733 TIP To allow pressure to escape from the pump and the shock absorber push the button half way down and hold it To allow only a small amount of pressure to escape pu...

Page 31: ...Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of stability Compression damping force The compression damping force of each shock absorber can be adjusted by turning its compression damping force adjusting knob To increase the compression damping force turn the adjusting knob in direction a To de crease the compression damping force turn the adjusting knob in direction b FX10RTRS FX10 FX10XT Reb...

Page 32: ...n the rear torsion springs Adjust the spring preload as follows Center shock absorber 1 Loosen the locknut 2 To increase the spring preload and there by harden the suspension turn the ad justing nut in direction a To decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension turn the adjusting nut in di rection b 1 Rebound damping force adjusting knob 1 Rebound damping force adjusting knob Rebo...

Page 33: ... of the cen ter shock absorber and the rear shock absorber FX10M53S FX10M62S A shock absorber pump is provided with your snowmobile to adjust the air pressure of the shock absorbers This pump is equipped with an air pressure gauge One side of the gauge has a low pressure meter and the other side of the gauge has a high pressure meter Use the low pressure meter to adjust the center shock absorber a...

Page 34: ... pump onto the air valve of the shock absorber tighten it approximately six turns until the pressure registers on the pump gauge and then pull the hose connector lock lever up NOTICE Do not overtighten the connector onto the air valve as this will damage the connec tor seal ECS00721 TIP If the shock absorber has no air pressure the gauge reading will be zero 5 To increase the air pressure operate ...

Page 35: ...ressure by 34 kPa 0 3 kgf cm 5 psi If the shock absorber is too firm and you want a more compliant ride decrease the air pres sure by 34 kPa 0 3 kgf cm 5 psi Rear shock absorber To adjust the air pressure 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Lift the rear of the snowmobile onto a suit able stand to raise the drive track off the ground 3 Remove the air valve cap f...

Page 36: ... but ton all the way down and quickly release it 6 Push the hose connector lock lever down and then remove the hose connec tor from the air valve TIP When removing the connector the sound of air escaping may be heard but this is from the pump hose not the shock absorber 7 Install the air valve cap TIP If the shock absorber bottoms too easily or rolls too much during cornering increase the air pres...

Page 37: ... absorber To increase the compression damping force turn the adjusting screw in direction a To decrease the compression damping force turn the adjusting screw in direction b To increase the rebound damping force turn the adjusting dial in direction a To decrease the rebound damping force turn the adjusting dial in direction b 1 Compression damping force adjusting knob 1 b a Compression damping for...

Page 38: ...ase the compression damping force turn the adjusting screw in direction b 1 Compression damping force adjusting bolt for fast compression damping 2 Compression damping force adjusting screw for slow compression damping Compression damping force setting for fast compression damping Minimum soft 4 turn s in direction b Standard 2 turn s in direction b Maximum hard 0 turn s in direction b With the ad...

Page 39: ...t transfer can be adjusted by turn ing the adjusting nuts on the control rods 1 Loosen the locknut while holding the ad justing nut 1 Compression damping force adjusting screw Compression damping force setting Minimum soft 12 click s in direction b Standard 6 click s in direction b Maximum hard 2 click s in direction b With the adjusting screw fully turned in direction a 1 Compression damping forc...

Page 40: ...uld be damaged which could lead to an accident or injury EWS00173 3 Tighten the locknut while holding the ad justing nut in place NOTICE Always tighten the locknut against the adjust ing nut and then tighten the locknut to the specified torque ECS00860 1 Locknut 2 Control rod adjusting nut 1 Red paint area 2 Adjustable range 3 Standard position Locknut tightening torque 25 Nm 2 5 m kgf 18 ft lbf 1...

Page 41: ...to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 56 Coolant Check coolant level Add if necessary 61 V belt Check for wear and damage Replace if necessary 63 Drive guard Make sure the drive guard is installed securely Check the drive guard mounts for damage 17 Brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hy draulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check flui...

Page 42: ...ve Yamaha dealer replace slide runners 71 Steering Check for excessive free play 70 Strap FX10M53S FX10M62S Check for damage Replace if necessary 43 Lights signals and switch es Check operation Correct if necessary 14 75 76 Throttle lever Make sure that operation is smooth and spring back to its original position when released 9 Throttle override system T O R S Check the T O R S for proper operati...

Page 43: ... it stops again ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snow mobile an engine overheating prevention system which prevents overheating when the en gine is idling When the engine has been idling for 3 minutes or longer and the cool ant temperature has risen above 100 C 212 F the engine automatically stops to prevent overheating The engine can be started after it stops ESU11303 Starting the engine 1 Appl...

Page 44: ... 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 Riding your snowmobile Getting to know your snowmobile WARNING EWS00211 To avoid severe injury or death Keep both hands on the handlebar dur ing operation Never put your feet outside the running boards Avoid...

Page 45: ...armed up you are ready to be gin riding your snowmobile To start out and accelerate 1 With the engine idling release the park ing brake 2 Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly The V belt clutch will engage and you will start to accelerate WARNING Do not allow anyone to stand behind the snowmobile when starting the engine A broken track track fittings or debris thrown by the track could be danger ...

Page 46: ...On climbs straight up the hill this can be accomplished by leaning forward and on steeper inclines standing on the running boards and leaning forward over the handlebar Also see Traversing a slope Slow down as you reach the crest of the hill and be prepared to react to obstacles sharp drops or other vehicles or people which may be on the other side If you are unable to con tinue up a hill do not s...

Page 47: ...arts to tip steer down the hill to regain balance WARNING If you are unable to maintain correct balance and your snowmobile is going to tip over dismount your snowmobile immediately on the uphill side to avoid being hit or caught under the snowmobile as it tips over EWS00261 Ice or icy surface WARNING EWS00270 When you have to operate on ice or icy surfaces drive slowly and cautiously Avoid accele...

Page 48: ...for adjustment procedures A loose track can slip ratchet derail or catch on suspension parts causing severe damage Do not overtighten the drive track otherwise it may increase the friction between the track and the slide runners re sulting in the rapid wear of both components Also this may put an excessive load on the suspension components resulting in compo nent failure Marginal snow The drive tr...

Page 49: ...ting point for cargo or accessories ESU13223 Driving WARNING EWS00300 Be sure to read the SAFETY INFORMA TION section on page 5 and the Riding your snowmobile section on page 38 carefully before operating the snowmo bile TIP Make sure that the engine is warmed up enough before riding WARNING EWS00310 Make sure that the throttle lever is fully released and the snowmobile is at a full stop before sh...

Page 50: ... Turn the handlebar in the desired direc tion 5 Squeeze the brake lever to stop the snowmobile 6 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 Push down the engine stop switch to stop the engine in an emergency 1 Pull out 2 Slide to FWD forward 3 Push in 1 Pull out 2 Slide to REV revers...

Page 51: ...ur snowmobile is best This will help keep foreign objects out of the cooling 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 Be sure to clean the snowmobile when...

Page 52: ...See page 5 for more information about carbon monoxide WARNING EWS00790 Brake discs calipers and linings can become very hot during use To avoid possible burns let brake components cool before touching them Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any repair establishment or individual that is certified if applicable Proper periodic maintenan...

Page 53: ...arance Check and adjust valve clear ance when engine is cold Every 40000 km 25000 mi 56 Crankcase breather system Check breather hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary Fuel line Check fuel hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary Fuel injection Check synchronization Adjust if necessary Exhaust system Check for leakage Tighten or replace gasket if necessary U8HK12E0 book Page 47 Monda...

Page 54: ...es for wear and damage Inspect weights rollers and bushings for wear for primary Inspect ramp shoes bushings for wear for secondary Replace if necessary Lubricate with specified grease Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Initial at 500 km 300 mi and every 800 km 500 mi thereafter 66 Drive chain oil Check oil level 66 Change 66 Brake and parking brake Adjust free play and or replace p...

Page 55: ...n ners Check for wear and damage Replace if necessary 69 Steering system Check toe out Adjust if necessary 70 Steering bearings Check bearing assemblies for looseness Lubricate with specified grease Suspension compo nent Lubricate with specified grease Check ball joints for wear and damage Replace if necessary 74 Drive track Check the deflection Adjust if necessary Initial at 500 km 300 mi and eve...

Page 56: ...he storage pouch zipper is completely closed TIP 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 ESU12783 Removing and installing the shroud and covers WARNING EWS00091 Be sure shroud and covers are secured before operation A loose shroud or cover could move and c...

Page 57: ... ly ESU11784 Checking the spark plugs The spark plugs are important engine compo nents and are easy to inspect The condition of the spark plugs can indicate the condition of the engine Check the coloration on the white porcelain insulator around the center electrode The ideal coloration at this point is a medium to light tan color for a snowmobile that is being ridden normally If any spark plug sh...

Page 58: ...and thread damage Al ways use a spark plug with the specified reach Before installing any spark plug measure the spark plug gap with a wire thickness gauge and adjust to specification When installing the spark plug always clean the gasket surface Wipe off any grime from the threads and tighten the spark plug to the specified torque NOTICE ECS00382 Make sure that the spark plug caps are se curely i...

Page 59: ...movement which could cause an accident Make sure that the throttle lever moves smoothly with the engine off before checking the T O R S Make sure that the parking brake is ap plied 1 Rubber cover 2 Locknut 3 Throttle lever free play adjusting nut 4 Throttle lever free play 4 a b 3 2 1 1 Rubber cover 2 Locknut 3 Throttle lever free play adjusting nut 4 Throttle lever free play Throttle lever free p...

Page 60: ...ted and the engine speed will be limited to less than the clutch engagement speed See page 84 for the clutch engagement speed WARNING If the engine speed does not decrease to less than the clutch engagement speed stop the engine by turning the main switch to the off position and consult a Yamaha dealer Operating the snowmobile with a mal functioning T O R S could result in loss of control EWS00362...

Page 61: ...and then slide the air filter case cov er toward the right side of the snowmobile and remove it 6 Lift up the air filter element frame and check the air filter element If there is any snow on the air filter element remove the element brush off the snow and then in stall the air filter element 7 Place the air filter element frame in the original position and then install the air filter case cover 8...

Page 62: ...re you plan to ride NOTICE The drive chain gears and V belt clutch should be adjusted when operating above a high altitude of 900 m 3000 ft Consult a Yamaha dealer ECS00431 ESU11950 Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use result ing in improper air fuel mixture and or engine noise To prevent this from occurring the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals s...

Page 63: ...ove 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 TIP The engine oil should be between the H and L level marks on the dipstick 6 If the engine oil is below the L level mark add sufficient oil of the recom mended type to raise it to the H level mark See page 84 for the recommend ed oil NOTICE...

Page 64: ... minutes and then turn it off 3 Remove the shroud the left side cover the right side cover and the drive guard See pages 17 and 50 for removal proce dures 4 Remove the left lower cover the right lower cover and the bottom panel 5 Place an oil pan under the oil tank to col lect the used oil 6 Disconnect the oil level gauge coupler 1 Left lower cover 2 Quick fastener 3 Bolt 4 Washer 3 1 2 2 4 3 1 Ri...

Page 65: ...e crankcase near the engine oil drain bolt Dispose of used oil according to local regu lations Skip steps 10 12 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 10 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench TIP An oil filter wrench is available at a Yamaha dealer 11 Apply a thin coat of engine oil to the O ring of the new oil filter cartridge 1 Cylinder head cap 1 Engine oil drain ...

Page 66: ...S00462 17 Install and tighten the oil filler cap 18 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking immediately turn the engine off and make sure that the en gine oil drain bolt oil tank drain bolt cyl inder head cap and the oil filler cap are installed correctly 19 Turn the engine off and then connect the oil level gauge coupler NOTICE...

Page 67: ...he periodic maintenance and lubrication chart WARNING EWS00390 Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot Scalding hot fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure which could cause serious injury When the engine has cooled place a thick rag or towel over the radiator cap and slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent This procedure allows any re sidual pressure to escape W...

Page 68: ...rrosion If water has been add ed to the coolant have a Yamaha deal er check the antifreeze content of the coolant as soon as possible other wise the effectiveness of the coolant will be reduced ECS00492 Bleeding the cooling system The cooling system must be bled if the cool ant reservoir becomes empty if air can be seen in the cooling system or if there is a cooling system leak Consult a Yamaha de...

Page 69: ...ainst severe injury or death from a broken V belt or other part should it come off the snow mobile while it is in operation NOTICE ECS00830 Never run the engine with the V belt re moved Clutch components can be dam aged The V belt should be checked before each ride To check the V belt 1 Remove the shroud and the left side cov er and then remove the drive guard See pages 17 and 50 for removal proce...

Page 70: ...e on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the shroud and the left side cov er and then remove the drive guard See pages 17 and 50 for removal proce dures 3 Rotate the secondary sliding sheave clockwise and push it so that it separates from the secondary fixed sheave 4 Pull the V belt up over the secondary fixed sheave 5 Remove the V belt from the secondary sheave assembly and prima...

Page 71: ...andard V belt position From 1 5 mm 0 06 in above the edge of the secondary sheave as sembly to 0 5 mm 0 02 in below the edge 2 1 1 V belt position adjusting bolt 2 Spacer V belt position Adjustment More than 1 5 mm 0 06 in above the edge Remove a spacer From 1 5 mm 0 06 in above the edge to 0 5 mm 0 02 in below the edge Not necessary it is correct More than 0 5 mm 0 02 in below the edge Add a spac...

Page 72: ...e right side cover See page 50 for removal proce dures 3 Remove the dipstick wipe it off with a clean rag and then screw it back into the filler hole 4 Remove the dipstick and check that the oil level is within the range shown at the bottom of the dipstick If the oil does not reach the bottom of the dipstick add suf ficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the correct level NOTICE Make s...

Page 73: ...Test the brake at a low speed when starting out to make sure that it is working properly If the brake does not provide proper braking performance inspect the brake for wear or brake fluid leakage See the following section for more details Checking the brake pads Check the brake pads for wear according to the following procedure 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake ...

Page 74: ...adjusting bolt in or out to adjust the cable length 5 Tighten the parking brake cable locknut 6 Turn the parking brake pad adjusting bolt in or out to adjust the clearance between the parking brake pads and the brake disc 7 Tighten the parking brake pad adjusting bolt locknut 1 Parking brake pad wear limit Parking brake pad wear limit 1 2 mm 0 047 in 1 Parking brake pad adjusting bolt locknut 2 Pa...

Page 75: ... parts are replaced by a Yamaha dealer Brake fluid replacement is necessary when the following components are replaced during the periodic maintenance or if they are dam aged or leaking All oil seals of the master cylinder and cali per cylinder The brake hose ESU13612 Extrovert drive sprocket FX10RTRS FX10M53S FX10M62S Check the extrovert drive sprocket for wear and damage Replace if necessary To ...

Page 76: ...ligning 3 If the alignment is not correct consult a Yamaha dealer ESU12152 Steering system Check the handlebar for excessive free play To check the handlebar 1 Push the handlebar up and down and back and forth 2 Turn the handlebar slightly to the right and left 1 Ski runner wear limit 1 Ski wear limit 2 Ski runner Ski runner wear limit FX10 6 0 mm 0 24 in FX10M53S 6 0 mm 0 24 in FX10M62S 6 0 mm 0 ...

Page 77: ...e depth where fabric rein forcement material is visible or support rods are broken Otherwise track dam age or failure could result in loss of braking ability and snowmobile control which could cause an accident Checking the drive track WARNING EWS00490 Do not operate the snowmobile if you find damage to the drive track or if it has been maladjusted Drive track damage or failure could result in los...

Page 78: ...usting the drive track alignment and de flection 1 Loosen the rear axle nut 2 Lift the rear of the snowmobile onto a suit able stand to raise the drive track off the ground 3 Start the engine and rotate the drive track one or two turns Stop the engine 1 Slide runner 1 Spring scale 1 1 Drive track deflection 2 Slide runner Standard drive track deflection FX10 25 0 30 0 mm 0 98 1 18 in FX10M53S 40 0...

Page 79: ...ide runners Check the slide runners for wear and dam age If the slide runners reach the wear limit they should be replaced Drive track alignment Shifted to right Shifted to left Left adjusting nut Turn out Turn in Right adjust ing nut Turn in Turn out 1 Left adjusting nut 2 Right adjusting nut 1 Forward 2 Gap 3 Slide runner 4 Drive track 5 Slide metal 1 Forward 2 Gap 3 Slide runner 4 Drive track 5...

Page 80: ...ding 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 ESU12198 Lubrication Lubricate the following points with the speci fied grease WARNING EWS00511 Do not grease the throttle cable because it could become frozen which could cause loss of control Ap...

Page 81: ...bulb 1 Remove the shroud See page 50 for re moval procedures 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler 3 Remove the bulb holder cover 1 Throttle cable end 1 Grease nipple 1 Grease nipple 1 1 Grease nipple 1 Grease nipple 1 Headlight coupler 2 Bulb holder cover 1 1 1 1 U8HK12E0 book Page 75 Monday May 17 2010 11 42 AM ...

Page 82: ...sting screw in direc tion a To raise the headlight beams turn the headlight beam adjusting screw in direction b 3 Install the shroud ESU12290 Fittings and fasteners Check the tightness of the fittings and fasten ers Tighten in proper sequence and torque if nec essary ESU13890 Battery The battery is located behind the right side cover See page 50 for right side cover re moval procedures This model ...

Page 83: ...ead first then the negative lead to the battery when install ing the battery Never connect the battery to or discon nect it from the snowmobile while it is being charged Sparks may ignite the hydrogen gas created by the battery Make sure that the battery terminals are tight NOTICE ECS00843 To charge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery a special constant voltage battery charger is required Us ...

Page 84: ...tem fuse 1 IGN ignition fuse 2 S H helmet shield heater jack fuse 3 FAN radiator fan fuse 4 SIG signaling system fuse 5 DC TERM auxiliary DC jack fuse 6 HEAD headlight fuse 7 Spare fuse 1 3 4 7 5 6 2 Specified fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Signaling system fuse 3 0 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse 3 0 A Ignition fuse 20 0 A Radiator fan fuse 10 0 A Helmet s...

Page 85: ... connectors together to bypass the T O R S WARNING Before by passing the T O R S make sure that the throttle returns properly to the fully closed position The T O R S is an important safety de vice in the case of a malfunction take the snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer immediately for repair EWS00561 3 Compression Insufficient Loose cylinder head nuts Tighten nuts properly Worn or damaged gasket Repla...

Page 86: ...erminal of the bat tery used to jump start the engine 10 Disconnect the red jumper cable from the positive terminal of the battery used to jump start the engine 11 Disconnect the red jumper cable from the positive terminal of the discharged battery 12 Install the right side cover and the shroud Electric starter does not operate or operates slowly Engine stop switch is pushed in Pull it out Faulty ...

Page 87: ...surfaces Clean Problem with the driveline See V belt twists above Engine does not upshift or downshift properly or engages harshly Worn or damaged V belt Replace the V belt or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect Incorrect V belt clutch settings for altitude or conditions Ask a Yamaha dealer to in spect Worn or sticking primary sheave assembly Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect Worn or sticking secondary sh...

Page 88: ...en part of the windshield to make sure that it does not leave any marks If the windshield is scratched use a quality plastic polishing com pound after washing Lubrication Lubricate moving parts suspension linkage and pivot points Use the grease or lubricant specified in the MAINTENANCE section or Yamaha Lube Zall general purpose lubricant Proper lubrication fights corrosion while it re duces frict...

Page 89: ...ilated place out of direct sunlight Put a fabric cover over the snowmobile preferably one that is designed for it Do not use a plastic or vinyl cover condensation could be trapped un derneath which could increase the chances of rusting Returning to service after storage When returning your snowmobile to service install the V belt and battery and adjust the drive track Remove the spark plugs and cl...

Page 90: ...2 0 66 2 mm 3 23 2 61 in Idling speed 1450 1550 r min Engine oil Recommended grade API service SG type or higher JASO standard MA Recommended brand YAMALUBE Type SAE 0W 30 Fuel injection ID mark 8GL1 10 Fuel Type REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Minimum pump octane R M 2 86 Starting system Electric starter Chassis Drive track Material Molded rubber fiberglass rod reinforced Type FX10 Internal drive ...

Page 91: ...o FX10 39 21 1 86 FX10M53S 40 18 2 22 FX10M62S 40 18 2 22 FX10RTRS 39 21 1 86 FX10XT 39 21 1 86 Secondary reduction ratio R FX10 2 38 FX10M53S 2 78 FX10M62S 2 78 FX10RTRS 2 38 FX10XT 2 38 Fuel tank capacity 27 7 L 7 32 US gal 6 09 Imp gal Engine oil quantity With oil filter cartridge replacement 3 2 L 3 38 US qt 2 82 Imp qt Without oil filter cartridge replacement 3 0 L 3 17 US qt 2 64 Imp qt Tota...

Page 92: ...s in a separate place in case the snowmobile is sto len Frame serial number The frame serial number is the seventeen digit number stamped on the frame of the snowmobile Engine serial number Primary ID The engine serial number is stamped in the location as shown Key identification number The key identification number is stamped in the location as shown 1 Frame serial number 1 Engine serial number 1...

Page 93: ...ion 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 1 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 1 U8HK12E0 book Page 87 Monday May 17 2010 11 42 AM ...

Page 94: ...e to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil spark plugs clutch drive belts slide runners and track THE CUSTOMER S RESPONSIBILITY under this warranty shall be to 1 Operate and maintain the snowmobile as specified in the appropriate Owner s Manual 2 Give notice to an authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten 10 days after discovery and make the machine ...

Page 95: ...oil spark plugs clutch drive belts and slide runners Q What are some examples of abnormal strain ne glect or abuse A These terms are general and overlap each other in areas Specific examples include Running the ma chine out of oil hitting an object submerged under snow operation on surfaces other than snow or ice operating the machine with a broken or damaged part which causes another part to fail...

Page 96: ... all warranty matters are handled at the dealer level this person is in the best position to help you If you are still not satisfied and require additional assistance please write YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT P O Box 6555 Cypress California 90630 When contacting Yamaha Motor Corpora tion U S A be sure to include the model serial number names dates and receipts CHANG...

Page 97: ...Consumer information 91 ESU12510 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S U8HK12E0 book Page 91 Monday May 17 2010 11 42 AM ...

Page 98: ...acing 77 G General maintenance and lubrication chart 48 Grip thumb warmer adjusting switch 14 H Headlight beam switch 14 Headlight beams adjusting 76 Headlight bulb replacing 75 High beam indicator light 11 High altitude settings 56 I Identification numbers 86 L Location of the important labels 1 Low coolant temperature indicator light 11 Lubrication 74 M Main switch 9 Multi function meter unit 10...

Page 99: ...ottle lever free play adjusting 52 Throttle override system T O R S 9 Throttle override system T O R S checking 53 Tool kit 50 Transporting 45 Troubleshooting 79 V Valve clearance 56 V belt 63 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 87 U8HK12E0 book Page 2 Monday May 17 2010 11 42 AM ...

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Page 102: ...YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN 2010 05 0 7 1 CR ESU12520 DIC183 ...

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