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Periodic maintenance and adjustment

43

TIP

Brake system:

After disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, always change the brake fluid.
Regularly check the brake fluid level and add fluid if necessary.

Replace the oil seals of the master cylinder and caliper cylinder every two years.

Replace the brake hose every four years, or if cracked or damaged.

*

Steering system

• Check toe-out.
• Adjust if necessary.

62

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Steering bearings

• Check bearing assemblies for 

looseness.

• Lubricate with specified 

grease.

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Skis and front 
shock absorbers

• Lubricate with specified 

grease.

66

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Suspension compo-
nent

• Lubricate with specified 

grease.

66

Fittings and fasten-
ers

• Make sure that all nuts, bolts 

and screws are properly tight-
ened.

• Tighten if necessary.

68

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Battery

• Check condition.
• Charge if necessary.

68

ITEM

REMARKS

INITIAL

EVERY

PAGE

1 month 

or 800 km 

(500 mi) 

(40 hr)

Seasonally 

or 

4000 km 

(2500 mi) 

(200 hr)

U8GL11E0.book  Page 43  Friday, June 20, 2008  6:51 PM

Summary of Contents for FX Nytro FX10Y

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL FX10Y FX10RTRY FX10MTRY 8GL 28199 11 LIT 12628 02 77 ESU10012 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle ...

Page 2: ...ESU10041 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U8GL11E0 book Page 1 Friday June 20 2008 6 51 PM ...

Page 3: ... the time 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 inspectio...

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 U8GL11E0...

Page 5: ...peration 32 Starting the engine 32 Break in 33 Riding your snowmobile 33 Maximizing drive track life 37 Strap FX10MTR 37 Driving 38 Stopping the engine 39 Transporting 39 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 40 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 40 General maintenance and lubrication chart 42 Tool kit 44 Removing and installing the shroud and covers 44 Checking the spark plu...

Page 6: ...Storage 74 Specifications 76 Consumer information 78 Identification number records 78 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY 79 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 82 U8GL11E0 book Page 2 Friday June 20 2008 6 51 PM ...

Page 7: ...r 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 er U8GL11E0 book Page 1 Friday June 20 2008 6 51 PM ...

Page 8: ... high pressure nitrogen gas Mishandling can cause explosion Read owner s manual for instructions Do not incinerate puncture or open AVERTISSEMENT Cette unité contient de I azote à haute pression Une mauvaise manipulation peut entraîner d explosion Voir le manuel d utilisateur pour les instructions Ne pas brûler ni perforer ni ouvrir 8GT F2259 50 U8GL11E0 book Page 2 Friday June 20 2008 6 51 PM ...

Page 9: ...in the vehicle properly in creases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 30 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 10: ...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 11: ...0 1 2 3 1 2 3 12 5 6 7 8 4 9 11 1 Storage pouch 2 Tool kit 3 Coolant reservoir 4 Air filter 5 Battery 6 Main fuse 7 Oil filler cap 8 Fuse box 9 Strap FX10MTR 10 Tail brake light 11 Slide rail suspension 12 Drive track U8GL11E0 book Page 5 Friday June 20 2008 6 51 PM ...

Page 12: ...on 11 SELECT button 12 Fuel level warning indicator 13 Oil level warning indicator 14 Coolant temperature warning indicator 15 Self diagnosis warning indicator 16 Speedometer 17 Odometer tripmeter engine speed meter 18 Fuel meter and grip thumb warmer level in dicator 19 Fuel meter indicator 20 High beam indicator light 21 Low coolant temperature indicator light 22 Warning light 23 Grip warmer ind...

Page 13: ...IP The snowmobile you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual Design and specifications are subjected to change without notice U8GL11E0 book Page 7 Friday June 20 2008 6 51 PM ...

Page 14: ...is released ESU10321 Engine overheating prevention system This model is equipped with a system which prevents overheating when the engine is idling When the engine has been idling for 3 min utes or longer and the coolant temperature has risen above 100 C 212 F the engine automatically stops to prevent overheating TIP The engine can be started after it stops ESU10345 Throttle override system T O R ...

Page 15: ...e if any of the monitored items is disconnect ed or is malfunctioning ESU12720 Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped with the following Idling starting Running Trouble Throttle switch Off On Off Throttle position sensor Closed Open Open Engine Run Run T O R S will oper ate 1 Throttle position sensor throttle valve closed position 2 Throttle switch off 3 Throttle cable 1 Throttle positi...

Page 16: ...seconds then the display switches to the fuel meter Odometer tripmeter and engine speed meter modes Pushing the SELECT button switches the display between the odometer mode ODO tripmeter mode TRIP and engine speed meter mode r min To reset the tripmeter push the RESET but ton for at least 1 second while the tripmeter is displayed TIP To switch the speedometer odometer and tripmeter displays betwee...

Page 17: ...ESU10433 Fuel meter and grip thumb warmer level indicator The fuel meter and grip thumb warmer level indicator have eight segments which show the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank the grip warmer level or the thumb warmer level Fuel meter The display segments of the fuel meter disap pear towards E Empty as the fuel level de creases When only one segment is left near E the fuel level warnin...

Page 18: ...ustment switch then the display switches to the fuel meter When the engine is started the grip thumb warmer levels are set to the levels selected when the engine was last stopped ESU10451 Fuel level warning indicator The fuel level warning indicator indicates a malfunctioning sensor disconnected coupler broken lead or short circuit when detected by the self diagnosis device of the snowmobile The f...

Page 19: ...ediately and allow the engine to cool down and then check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir See page 54 for checking procedures NOTICE ECS00041 Do not continue to operate the engine if it is overheating ESU12682 Self diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self diagnosis device for various electrical circuits If a problem is detected in any of those cir cuits the warning light and ...

Page 20: ...The grip thumb warmer adjustment switch controls the electrically heated handlebar grips and throttle lever 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 tem...

Page 21: ... cigarette light er or other accessory with a plug that gets hot because the jack can be dam aged ESU10560 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 operated the brake light will illuminate NOTICE ECS00060 Make sure that the brake lever end does not project out ove...

Page 22: ...e 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 bolt 1 Parking brake lever 1 Shift lever 1 Pull out 2 Slide to FWD...

Page 23: ...removed Make sure that the drive guard is tight ened securely before operating the snowmobile to protect against 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 drive guard is designed to protect the V belt clutch and V belt in ca...

Page 24: ...in the front of the drive guard 2 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 ESU13040 Storage pouch The storage pouch is located under the shroud Use the storage pouch to store the tool kit spare parts such as the V belt or oth er small items 1 Drive guard 2 Drive guard locking pin 1...

Page 25: ...e V belt in the storage pouch be sure to secure it with the hook and loop fastener ESU10601 Fuel Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank WARNING EWS00071 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are ex tremely flammable To avoid fires and ex plosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling follow these instructions 1 Before refueling turn off the engine and be sure that nobody is on the sno...

Page 26: ...Yamaha engine has been designed to use regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number R M 2 of 86 or higher or a research octane number of 91 or higher NOTICE ECS00080 Oxygenated fuels gasohol containing a maximum 5 of ethanol can be used although richer jetting may be required to prevent engine damage Consult a Yamaha dealer Gasohol containing methanol is not recommended Make sure that snow ...

Page 27: ...00720 The spring preload of the left and right shock absorbers must be adjusted to the same setting Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of stability The spring preload can be adjusted by turning the adjusting nuts Adjust the spring preload as follows 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 decre...

Page 28: ... on a suitable stand before adjusting the shock absorbers Otherwise the snowmobile could fall and cause injury NOTICE ECS00710 Make sure that there is no load on the shock absorbers and that they are fully ex tended before making any air pressure ad justments 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Lift the front of the snowmobile onto a suitable stand to raise the ...

Page 29: ...mall amount of pressure to escape push the but ton all the way down and quickly release it 6 Remove the hose connector 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 front shock absorber bottoms too easily or rolls too much during cornering increase the air pressu...

Page 30: ...o de crease the rebound damping force turn the adjusting knob in direction b TIP The damping forces will not decrease past the minimum levels even if the adjusting knobs are turned out more than the minimum set tings ESU13132 Adjusting the spring preload of the center shock absorber and the rear torsion springs The spring preload can be adjusted by turning the adjusting nut on the center shock abs...

Page 31: ...g 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 To decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension turn the adjuster in direction b 1 Spring preload adjusting nut 2 Distance A 3 Locknut Spring preload setting Minimum soft FX...

Page 32: ...ing force turn the adjusting screw in direction b FX10MTR The compression damping force can be ad justed by turning the 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 FX10RTR The compression and rebound damping forc es can be adjusted by turning the adjusting screw or ...

Page 33: ...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 force adjusting screw Compression damping force setting rear 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 Rebound damping force ad...

Page 34: ...the ad justing nut in direction a and to de crease weight transfer turn it in direction b WARNING Never adjust the con trol rods beyond the maximum set ting indicated by red paint otherwise they could be damaged which could lead to an accident or injury EWS00173 1 Rebound damping force adjusting dial Rebound damping force setting rear Minimum soft 20 click s in direction b Standard 11 click s in d...

Page 35: ... 3 Tighten the locknut while holding the ad justing nut in place 1 Red paint area 2 Adjustable range 3 Standard position Locknut tightening torque 25 Nm 2 5 m kgf 18 ft lbf U8GL11E0 book Page 29 Friday June 20 2008 6 51 PM ...

Page 36: ...o specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 49 Coolant Check coolant level Add if necessary 54 V belt Check for wear and damage Replace if necessary 55 Drive guard Make sure that drive guard is tightened 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 37: ...e free play 62 Strap FX10MTR Check for damage Replace if necessary 37 Lights signals and switch es Check operation Correct if necessary 14 14 67 67 Throttle lever Make sure that operation is smooth and spring back to its home position when released 8 Throttle override system T O R S Check the T O R S for proper operation If system is defective have Yamaha dealer check vehicle 46 ITEM CHECKS PAGE U...

Page 38: ...our Yamaha dealer WARNING EWS00201 Failure to familiarize yourself with the con trols can lead to loss of control which could cause an accident or injury 1 Apply the parking brake 2 Be sure the engine stop switch is in the run position The starter motor cannot be operated when the engine stop switch is in the off position 3 Turn the main switch to the start position and release it when the engine ...

Page 39: ...th your snowmobile and all of its controls A snowmobile is a rider active vehicle and your riding position and your balance are the two basic factors of maneuvering your snow mobile Riding your snowmobile requires skills ac quired through practice over a period of time Take the time to learn the basic techniques well before attempting more difficult maneu vers Riding your new snowmobile can be a v...

Page 40: ...of an accident When slowing down or stopping release the throttle and apply the brake gently not sud denly Turning For most snow surfaces body English is the key to turning As you approach a curve slow down and be gin to turn the handlebar in the desired direc tion As you do so put your weight on the running board to the inside of the turn and lean your upper body into the turn This procedure shou...

Page 41: ...obile from the uphill side Restart the engine release the parking brake and de scend the hill Riding downhill WARNING EWS00240 Use extra caution when applying the brake during a descent Excessive braking will cause the drive track to lock causing a loss of control When riding downhill keep speed to a mini mum It is important to apply just enough throttle to keep the clutch engaged while de scendin...

Page 42: ...ed snow as both the skis and drive track do not have as much traction as when the snowmobile is operated on fresh snow Avoid rapid acceleration turning and braking Operation on surfaces other than snow or ice Operation of your snowmobile on surfaces other than snow or ice should be avoided Op eration under such conditions will damage or result in rapid wear of the ski runners drive track slide run...

Page 43: ...nimal snow coverage An overheated track will be weakened inter nally which may cause failure or damage Off trail riding Avoid off trail riding until there is sufficient snow coverage It generally takes several feet of snow to provide a good overall base to properly cover debris such as rocks logs etc If snow coverage is not sufficient stay on trails to avoid impact damage to the drive track Studde...

Page 44: ...r is fully released and the snowmobile is at a full stop before shifting Be sure to slide the shift lever to FWD or REV until it stops completely and only while the engine is idling Make sure that the area behind the snowmobile is clear before reversing Watch behind Reduce speed and avoid sharp turning when operating the snowmobile in re verse 1 To select the desired operating position pull the sh...

Page 45: ... recom mendations to help protect it from damage If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck put a tight fitting cover on the snowmobile A cover specifically designed for your 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...

Page 46: ...enance 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 maintenance of your snowmobile is important in order to enjoy long pleasur able use Especially important are the maintenance services related to emission control These controls not only function to ensure cleaner air but...

Page 47: ... 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 ITEM REMARKS INITIAL EVERY PAGE 1 month or 800 km 500 mi 40 hr Seasonally or 4000 km 2500 mi 200 hr U8GL11E0 book Page 41 Friday June 20 2008 6 51 PM ...

Page 48: ...ar 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 58 Drive chain oil Check oil level 58 Change 58 Brake and parking brake Adjust free play and or replace pads if necessary 59 Change brake fluid See TIP following this char...

Page 49: ...g system Check toe out Adjust if necessary 62 Steering bearings Check bearing assemblies for looseness Lubricate with specified grease Skis and front shock absorbers Lubricate with specified grease 66 Suspension compo nent Lubricate with specified grease 66 Fittings and fasten ers Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tight ened Tighten if necessary 68 Battery Check condition Charg...

Page 50: ...u 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 ESU12782 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 cause loss of control Shroud To remove the shroud Loose...

Page 51: ...at this point is a medium to a light tan color for a snowmobile that is being ridden normally If a spark plug shows a dis tinctly different color there could be some thing wrong with the engine For example a very white center electrode porcelain color could indicate an intake track air leak or car buretion problem for that cylinder Do not at tempt to diagnose such problems yourself Instead take th...

Page 52: ... Otherwise the spark plug caps could be damaged due to engine vi bration ESU12792 Adjusting the throttle cable free play 1 Loosen the locknut 2 To increase the throttle cable free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction a To decrease the throttle cable free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction b 3 Tighten the locknut ESU11862 Checking the throttle override system T O R S Check the T O R S f...

Page 53: ...rottle lever gradually The T O R S will be activated and the engine speed will be limited to less than the clutch engagement speed See page 76 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...

Page 54: ...move the element brush off the snow and then in stall the air filter element 6 Place the air filter element frame in the original position and then install the air filter case cover 7 Hook the fasteners onto the air filter case cover 8 Connect the air temperature sensor cou pler and install the headlight unit stay quick fasteners 9 Install the right side cover the left side cover and the shroud TI...

Page 55: ... 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 specified in the periodic maintenance chart ESU12813 En...

Page 56: ...le 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 76 for the recommend ed oil NOTICE When adding the en gine oil be careful not to fill above the H level mark on the di...

Page 57: ...moval 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 7 Remove the oil filler cap cylinder head cap and drain bolt to drain the oil from the oil tank 1 Left lower cover 2 Quick fastener 3 Bolt 4 Washer 1 Right lower cover 2 Quick fastener 3 Bolt 4 Washer 3 1 ...

Page 58: ...it to the specified torque 13 Install the engine oil drain bolts and then tighten them to the specified torques 14 Add 2 0 L 2 11 US qt 1 76 Imp qt of the recommended engine oil to the oil tank and then install and tighten the oil filler cap and the cylinder head cap 15 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 16 Add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to...

Page 59: ...nnect the oil level gauge coupler NOTICE If oil is leaking or the oil level warning indica tor comes on when the engine is run ning immediately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile Continuing to operate the engine under such conditions could cause severe engine damage ECS00471 19 Install the bottom panel 20 Install the right lower cover and the left lower cover Recomme...

Page 60: ...ise to the detent This procedure allows any re sidual pressure to escape When the hiss ing sound has stopped press down on the cap while turning counterclockwise and remove it To check the coolant level 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir when the engine is cold If the coolant level is below the LOW mark add coola...

Page 61: ...lant level stabilizes and then stop the engine 4 Fill the coolant reservoir with coolant until it reaches the FULL mark 5 Install the coolant reservoir cap 6 Check for any coolant leakage 7 Install the shroud TIP If you find any leaks consult a Yamaha deal er ESU12064 V belt WARNING EWS00401 Coming in contact with the rotating V belt or clutch parts can cause severe in jury or death Never run the ...

Page 62: ...nd then install the left side cover and the shroud To replace and adjust the V belt WARNING EWS00411 When installing a new V belt make sure that it is positioned properly Otherwise the V belt clutch engagement speed will be changed and the snowmobile may move unexpectedly when the engine is started which could cause an accident NOTICE ECS00510 As the V belt wears adjustment may be necessary To ens...

Page 63: ...ve assembly and primary sheave assembly 5 Temporarily install the new V belt on the secondary sheave assembly only and then measure the V belt position Do not force the V belt between the sheaves the secondary sliding and fixed sheaves must touch each other 6 If the V belt position is incorrect adjust it by removing or adding a spacer on each V belt position adjusting bolt 1 Secondary fixed sheave...

Page 64: ...owmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the shroud and the right side cover See page 44 for removal proce dures 3 Remove the dipstick wipe it off with a clean rag and then screw it back into the filler hole 1 V belt position adjusting bolt 2 Spacer V belt position Adjustment More than 1 5 mm 0 06 in above the edge Remove spacer From 1 5 mm 0 06 in above the edge to 0 5 mm ...

Page 65: ...sting bolt clockwise until it is finger tight and then loosen it 1 4 turn 4 While holding the chain tension adjusting bolt with a wrench tighten the locknut to the specified torque 5 Install the right side cover and the shroud ESU13230 Brake and parking brake WARNING EWS00440 A soft spongy feeling in the brake lever indicates a failure in the brake system Do not operate the snowmobile if you find ...

Page 66: ...he parking brake pads Check the parking brake pads for wear ac cording to the following procedure 1 Remove the shroud and the right side cover See page 44 for removal proce dures 2 Check the parking brake pads for wear by measuring the thickness of the pads If the parking brake pads reach the wear limit ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them 3 Install the right side cover and the shroud To adjust the...

Page 67: ...t up immediately Place the snowmobile on a level surface Check that the brake fluid is above the lower level and replenish when necessary Changing the brake fluid WARNING EWS00471 Make sure that the brake fluid and the fol lowing 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 a...

Page 68: ...e straight ahead 2 Check the following for ski alignment Skis are facing forward Ski toe out distance A distance B is within specification 3 If the alignment is not correct consult a Yamaha dealer ESU12151 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 r...

Page 69: ... it is damaged to the depth where fabric reinforcement material is visible or support rods are broken Otherwise track damage or fail ure 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 ...

Page 70: ...track alignment with the slide runners If the alignment is incorrect align the drive track by turning the left and right adjusting nuts 1 Drive track deflection Standard drive track deflection FX10 25 0 30 0 mm 0 98 1 18 in FX10MTR 30 0 35 0 mm 1 18 1 38 in FX10RTR 25 0 30 0 mm 0 98 1 18 in 1 Rear axle nut 1 Slide runner Drive track alignment Shifted to right Shifted to left Left adjusting nut Tur...

Page 71: ...tly Operating on ice or hard packed snow will rapidly wear the slide runners ESU12180 High profile pattern drive track FX10MTR This snowmobile is originally equipped with a 51 mm 2 0 in high profile pattern drive track specifically for use in deep snow riding condi tions 1 Forward 2 Gap 3 Slide runner 4 Drive track 5 Slide metal 1 Forward 2 Gap 3 Slide runner 4 Drive track 5 Slide metal Drive trac...

Page 72: ... wear or damage to the track and slide runners from lack of snow which serves as a lubricant ESU12193 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 Apply a dab of grease onto the cable end only Lubricants Brake lever Silicone grease Other lubrication points Low...

Page 73: ... clean it with a cloth moistened with alcohol or lacquer thinner ECS00621 6 Install the bulb holder cover and then connect the headlight coupler 7 Install the shroud ESU12861 Adjusting the headlight beams 1 Remove the shroud See page 44 for re moval procedures 2 Turn the headlight beam adjusting screw in or out to adjust the headlight beams To lower the headlight beams turn the headlight beam adju...

Page 74: ... 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 mobile is equipped with electrical accesso ries WARNING EWS00610 Never smoke around the battery while it is being charged Sparks may ignite the hydrogen gas created by...

Page 75: ...ead to prevent accidental short cir cuiting 1 Remove the shroud and the right side cover See page 44 for removal proce dures 2 Disconnect the negative battery lead 3 Replace the blown fuse with one of the proper amperage 1 Negative battery lead 1 1 Main fuse 2 Spare fuse 3 Fuel injection system fuse 1 IGN ignition fuse 2 FAN radiator fan fuse 3 SIG signal fuse 4 DC TERM auxiliary DC jack fuse 5 HE...

Page 76: ...lows again ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile Specified fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A HEAD headlight fuse 20 0 A SIG signal fuse 3 0 A DC TERM auxiliary DC jack fuse 3 0 A IGN ignition fuse 20 0 A FAN radiator fan motor fuse 10 0 A Spare fuses 20 0 A 10 0 A 3 0 A U8GL11E0 book Page 70 Friday June 20 2008 6 51 PM ...

Page 77: ...n 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 Replace gasket Worn or damaged piston and cylin der Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect Discharged battery If the battery is discharged the engine can be started using a fully charg...

Page 78: ...nstall the right side cover and the shroud Electric starter does not operate or operates slowly 1 Engine stop switch is pushed in Pull it out 2 Faulty wire connections Check connec tions or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect 3 Discharged battery Charge battery or see Discharged battery above 4 Seized engine Seizure is caused by poor lubrication inadequate fuel or an air leak Ask a Yamaha dealer to ins...

Page 79: ...ngine does not upshift or downshift properly or engages harshly 1 Worn or damaged V belt Replace the V belt or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect 2 Incorrect V belt clutch settings for altitude or conditions Ask a Yamaha dealer to in spect 3 Worn or sticking primary sheave assem bly Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect 4 Worn or sticking secondary sheave as sembly Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect Noise or exc...

Page 80: ...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 81: ...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 82: ...NLY Minimum pump octane R M 2 86 Starting system Electric starter Chassis Drive track Material Molded rubber fiberglass rod reinforced Type Internal drive type Width 381 mm 15 0 in Deflection FX10 25 0 30 0 mm 0 98 1 18 in FX10MTR 30 0 35 0 mm 1 18 1 38 in FX10RTR 25 0 30 0 mm 0 98 1 18 in Length on ground FX10 810 mm 31 9 in FX10MTR 1092 mm 43 0 in FX10RTR 810 mm 31 9 in Rear suspension Type Slid...

Page 83: ...hout oil filter cartridge replacement 3 0 L 3 17 US qt 2 64 Imp qt Total amount 3 9 L 4 12 US qt 3 43 Imp qt Brake Type Hydraulic disc type ventilated disc Operation Handle lever left hand operated Throttle Operation Handle lever right hand operated Electrical system Ignition system T C I Spark plug Manufacturer NGK Model CR9E Gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in Battery Model YTX20L BS Voltage capacity ...

Page 84: ...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 85: ...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 86: ...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 87: ... 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 88: ...Consumer information 82 ESU12510 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S U8GL11E0 book Page 82 Friday June 20 2008 6 51 PM ...

Page 89: ... settings 49 I Identification numbers 78 L Location of the important labels 1 Low coolant temperature indicator light 11 Lubrication 66 M Main switch 8 O Oil level warning indicator 12 P Parking brake lever 16 Part locations 5 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 40 Pre operation check list 30 R Riding your snowmobile 33 S Safety information 3 Self diagnosis device 13 Shift l...

Page 90: ...Index Tool kit 44 Transporting 39 Troubleshooting 71 V Valve clearance 49 V belt 55 U8GL11E0 book Page 2 Friday June 20 2008 6 51 PM ...

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Page 92: ...YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN 2008 05 1 7 2 CR ESU12520 ...

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