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Control functions

Lift up the rear of the drive guard as
shown, and then pull the guard rearward
to remove it.

To install the drive guard

Fit the front slots in the drive guard over
the projections on the drive guard front
holder.

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.

ESU10762

V-belt holders

Keep a spare V-belt for emergency use by
placing it into the V-belt holders provided.

NOTICE

ECS00181

Make sure that the V-belt is installed se-
curely in the holders.

ESU13303

Passenger grips

The passenger grips can be installed in three
different positions to suit the passenger’s
preference.

1. Drive guard
2. Drive guard locking pin

1. Drive guard

1. Drive guard
2. Drive guard locking pin

1. V-belt holder

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Summary of Contents for RS VENTURE 2014

Page 1: ...tar kjøretøyet i bruk Lue tämä käsikirja huolellisesti ennen moottorikelkan käyttöä Läs den här instruktionsboken noga innan snöskotern används Leggere attentamente questo manuale prima di utilizzare questo veicolo Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle Il convient de lire attentivement ce manuel avant la première utilisation du véhicule RST90PTFF 8HX 28199 S3 ...

Page 2: ...IMÉ SUR PAPIER RECYCLÉ STAMPATO SU CARTA RICICLATA TRYCKT PÅ ÅTERVUNNET PAPPER PAINETTU UUSIOPAPERILLE TRYKKET PÅ RESIRKULERT PAPIR ESU12520 Original instructions Notice originale Istruzioni originali Bruksanvisning i original Alkuperäiset ohjeet Opprinnelige instruksjoner ...

Page 3: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle OWNER S MANUAL RST90PTFF 8HX 28199 S3 E0 U8HXS3E0 book Page 1 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 4: ... of EEC If applicable If applicable To effect correct application of the essential health and safety requirements stated in the Directives of EEC the following standards and or technical specifications were consulted Title and or number and date of issue of standards and or specifications General Manager Engineering Div RV Business Unit Business Development Operations YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD Signature...

Page 5: ...ct information available at the time of print ing 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 EWS00671 Please read this manual carefully before operating this snowmobile Do not at tempt to operate this snowmobile until you have attained adequate knowledge of its controls and operatin...

Page 6: ...ety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death WARNING EWS00022 A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa tion which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury NOTICE ECS00012 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 U8HXS3E0 ...

Page 7: ...trests 25 Backrest 26 Storage compartment 26 Tow hitch For RUSSIA and tow hitch bracket For EUROPE 27 Fuel 28 Suspension 29 Pre operation checks 35 Pre operation check list 35 Operation 37 Starting the engine 37 Break in 38 Riding your snowmobile 38 Maximizing drive track life 42 Driving 43 Stopping the engine 44 Transporting 44 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 45 Periodic maintenance chart for...

Page 8: ...a headlight bulb 76 Adjusting the headlight beams 78 Fittings and fasteners 78 Battery 78 Replacing a fuse 79 Troubleshooting 83 Storage 87 Specifications 89 Consumer information 91 Identification number records 91 WARRANTY 91 Index 92 U8HXS3E0 book Page 2 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 9: ...in 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 For EUROPE 8 10 7 9 6 11 11 1 2 5 3 4 U8HXS3E0 book Page 1 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 10: ...E SERVICE MANUAL FOR THIS MODEL SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE ENTRAÎNEMENT 1 CAPACITÉ D HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE 2 TYPE D HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE 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 250 cm 8 5 oz GL 3 75W or 80W 30 35 mm 1 18 1 38 in 100 N 10 ...

Page 11: ...AX BELASTNING RASKAINTAAKKA 8FM 24897 11 8FA S0 8FA 2389C S0 1176 N 147 N 8HF 2817S 00 8HY 2156A 00 RS10SUV 88 4 kW 349 kg 8AC 2817L 00 YAMAHAMOTORCO LTD 2500SHINGAI IWATA JAPAN 2014 6 9 8 10 11 7 U8HXS3E0 book Page 3 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 12: ...e or open This pictogram shows the sled hitch tow weight limit combined weight of the sled and all cargo in the sled Overloading can cause loss of control Loss of control can result in severe injury or death This pictogram shows the sled hitch tongue weight limit weight on the sled tongue Overloading can cause loss of control Loss of control can result in severe injury or death 1 2 3 Model Name Ma...

Page 13: ...Location of the important labels 5 For RUSSIA RST90PGT RST90PTF 1 2 6 5 3 4 10 11 9 8 7 12 12 13 U8HXS3E0 book Page 5 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 14: ...ICE MANUAL FOR THIS MODEL SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE ENTRAÎNEMENT 1 CAPACITÉ D HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE 2 TYPE D HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE 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 250 cm 8 5 oz GL 3 75W or 80W 30 35 mm 1 18 1 38 in 100 N 10 kg 22 ...

Page 15: ...24897 11 8FA S0 8FA 2389C S0 1176 N 147 N 8HF 2817S 00 8HX 2156A 00 RS10VTGT 88 4 kW 347 kg 8HY 2156A 00 RS10SUV 88 4 kW 349 kg 8AC 2817L 00 YAMAHAMOTORCO LTD 2500SHINGAI IWATA JAPAN 2014 8HN 2811S 00 6 7 8 10 RST90PGT 10 RST90PTF 11 13 12 9 U8HXS3E0 book Page 7 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 16: ...ake before starting the engine Never drive the snowmobile with the parking brake applied This may over heat the brake disc and reduce braking ability While using your snowmobile This snowmobile was not manufactured for use on public streets roads or highways Such use is prohibited by law and you could collide with another vehicle Be careful where you ride There may be obstacles hidden beneath the ...

Page 17: ...ure parts and accessories 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 neither endorse nor recommend the use of accessories not sold by Yamaha or modifica tions not specifically recommended by Yamaha even if sold and installed by a Yamaha dealer Maintenance and storage When laying the...

Page 18: ...Air filter 4 Oil filler cap 5 Fuse box 6 Coolant reservoir 7 Passenger grip warmer switch 8 Passenger grip 9 Backrest 10 Storage compartment 11 Storage pouch 12 Tool kit 13 Tail brake light 14 Tow hitch For RUSSIA tow hitch bracket For EUROPE 15 Slide rail suspension 16 Drive track 17 V belt holder U8HXS3E0 book Page 10 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 19: ...ecifications are subjected to change without notice 1 2 3 5 4 6 7 8 9 10 1 Brake lever 2 Parking brake lever 3 Grip warmer adjusting switch 4 Thumb warmer adjusting switch 5 Engine stop switch 6 Throttle lever 7 Main switch 8 Shift lever 9 Auxiliary DC jack 10 Headlight beam switch U8HXS3E0 book Page 11 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 20: ... the throttle is spring loaded the snowmobile will decelerate and the engine will return to idle when it is released ESU13243 Throttle override system T O R S WARNING EWS00042 If the T O R S is activated make sure that the cause of the malfunction has been corrected and that the engine can be op erated without a problem before restarting the engine Continuing to operate with a malfunction could ca...

Page 21: ... temperature conditions a warning light which shows warnings to gether with the warning indicators a fuel meter which shows the fuel remain ing in the fuel tank a grip thumb warmer level indicator which shows the grip warmer level or the thumb warmer level a display brightness control function When the key is turned to the on position the tachometer needle makes one sweep and the low coolant tempe...

Page 22: ... at least 1 second If you do not reset the fuel reserve tripmeter manually it will reset itself automatically and the dis play will return to the prior mode after the snowmobile has been refueled and traveled 5 km 3 mi Oil change tripmeter When the periodic oil change interval is reached at the initial 800 km 500 mi then at every 4000 km 2500 mi thereafter the oil change tripmeter and OIL flash al...

Page 23: ...sh the SELECT button until ODO is displayed and then push the RESET button for at least 1 second The dis tance traveled since the last oil change and OIL will flash alternately in the odometer display 2 Push the RESET button for approxi mately 3 seconds 00000 and OIL will flash alternately in the odometer display 3 times and then the display will return to the previous display mode Clock To set th...

Page 24: ... 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 after the indicator light goes off TIP Drive the snowmobile at low speeds when the low coolant temperature indicator light is on If the engine speed is too high maximum eng...

Page 25: ...he movement and inclination of the snowmobile Grip thumb warmer level indicator When the grip warmer adjusting switch is pressed the grip warmer indicator comes on and the display switches to the grip warmer level When the thumb warmer adjusting switch 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 21...

Page 26: ...he fuel meter start to flash when a malfunctioning sensor disconnected cou pler broken lead or short circuit is detected by the self diagnosis device of the snowmo bile to warn the rider of any of the above problems If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible ESU13992 Oil level pressure warning indicator The oil level pressure warning indicator has two functions ...

Page 27: ... engine oil is changed the warning indicator may come on and OP LO may appear in the odometer display for a few seconds until the oil circulates through the engine The snowmobile can be operated normally after the warning indicator goes off ESU10514 Coolant temperature warning indicator If the engine overheats the coolant tempera ture warning indicator and the warning light come on When this occur...

Page 28: ...to operate the engine longer than necessary if there is an error code to avoid possible engine dam age ECS00821 ESU10532 Engine stop switch The engine stop switch is used to stop the engine in an emergency Simply push the stop switch to stop the engine To start the engine pull the stop switch and proceed with starting the engine See page 37 for engine starting procedures During the first few rides...

Page 29: ...on ESU10697 Auxiliary DC jack 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 fro...

Page 30: ...t comes on NOTICE ECS00061 Make sure that the brake lever end does not project out over the handlebar end This will help prevent brake lever damage when the snowmobile is placed on its side for service ESU10582 Parking brake lever When parking the snowmobile or starting the engine apply the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the left To release the parking brake move the park ing b...

Page 31: ... it come off the snow mobile while it is in operation NOTICE ECS00931 Never run the engine with the V belt re moved Clutch components can be damaged Be careful not to scratch the windshield when removing or installing the drive guard 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 5...

Page 32: ...nsert the drive guard locking pin into the holder as shown ESU10762 V belt holders Keep a spare V belt for emergency use by placing it into the V belt holders provided NOTICE ECS00181 Make sure that the V belt is installed se curely in the holders ESU13303 Passenger grips The passenger grips can be installed in three different positions to suit the passenger s preference 1 Drive guard 2 Drive guar...

Page 33: ...y heated passenger grips ESU14611 Passenger footrests The passenger footrests can be installed in three different positions to suit the passen ger s preference To change the position of a footrest remove the screws place the footrest in the desired position and then install and tighten the screws NOTICE ECS00132 Make sure that the screws are tightened securely after changing the position of the fo...

Page 34: ...00 Storage compartment This snowmobile is equipped with a storage compartment which includes a storage pouch Storage compartment NOTICE ECS00901 The bottom of the storage compartment may be hot during or immediately after op erating the snowmobile It can cause burns if it becomes extremely hot Further more heat in the storage compartment can affect the quality of food items and deform and discolor...

Page 35: ...l items NOTICE ECS00782 Before starting the engine make sure that the tool kit is securely fastened and that the storage pouch zipper is completely closed ESU13203 Tow hitch For RUSSIA and tow hitch bracket For EUROPE NOTICE ECS00242 To prevent premature wear of the V belt avoid traveling under 10 km h 6 mi h when towing for long distances or long pe riods of time Tow hitch For RUSSIA Use the tow ...

Page 36: ... 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 expands when it heats up heat from the engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank 3 W...

Page 37: ...ension can be 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 EWS00152 Read and understand the following infor mation before handl...

Page 38: ...stance A is the higher the spring preload the shorter distance A is the lower the spring preload 3 Tighten the locknut to the specified torque NOTICE Always tighten the locknut against the adjusting nut and then tighten the locknut to the speci fied torque ECS00861 ESU13137 Adjusting the spring preload of the center shock absorber and the rear torsion springs The spring preload can be adjusted by ...

Page 39: ...eload and thereby harden the suspension turn the adjuster in direction a To decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension turn the adjuster in direction b ESU13291 Adjusting the compression damping force of the rear shock absorber RST90PGT The compression damping force can be ad justed by turning the adjusting knob 1 Spring preload adjusting nut 2 Distance A 3 Locknut Spring preloa...

Page 40: ...ng the control rods WARNING EWS00771 The left and right adjusting nuts must be set to the same position Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of sta bility The weight transfer can be adjusted by turn ing the adjusting nuts on the control rods 1 Loosen the locknut while holding the ad justing nut 2 To increase weight transfer turn the ad justing nut in direction a and to de crease weight...

Page 41: ...of the sliding frame exten sion can be adjusted by turning the adjusting nuts To increase the spring preload turn the ad justing nut in direction a To decrease the spring preload turn the adjusting nut in direc tion b TIP The spring preload setting is determined by measuring distance A shown in the illustra tion The longer distance A is the higher the spring preload the shorter distance A is the l...

Page 42: ...ing preload setting Minimum soft 16 mm 0 63 in Standard 16 mm 0 63 in Maximum hard 18 mm 0 71 in Distance A changes 1 25 mm 0 05 in with each full turn of the adjusting nut U8HXS3E0 book Page 34 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 43: ...specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 58 Coolant Check coolant level Add if necessary 62 V belt Check for wear and damage Replace if necessary 64 Drive guard Make sure the drive guard is installed securely Check the drive guard mounts for damage 23 Brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hy draulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid l...

Page 44: ...s 72 Steering Check for excessive free play 72 Lights signals and switch es Check operation Correct if necessary 20 20 76 78 Throttle lever Make sure that operation is smooth and spring back to its original position when released 12 Throttle override system T O R S Check the T O R S for proper operation If system is not functioning properly have Yamaha dealer check vehicle 54 ITEM CHECKS PAGE U8HX...

Page 45: ...t stops again ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile 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 ESU11304 Starting the engine 1 Apply t...

Page 46: ...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 ESU12626 Riding your snowmobile Getting to know your snowmobile WARNING EWS00212 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 47: ...ur 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 ous to bystanders EWS00691 Braking WARNING...

Page 48: ...n 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 sp...

Page 49: ...again in the direction you wish to travel If your snowmobile starts 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 EWS00262 Ice or icy surface WARNING EWS00271 When you have to operate ...

Page 50: ...ial break in the new drive track will tend to stretch quickly as the track settles Be sure to correct the track tension and align ment frequently See page 72 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...

Page 51: ...the area behind the snowmobile is clear before reversing Watch behind Reduce speed and avoid sharp turning when operating the snowmobile in re verse TIP Make sure that the engine is warmed up enough before riding 1 To select the desired operating position pull the shift lever out slide it to FWD or to REV until it stops and then release it NOTICE Do not shift from FWD to REV or from REV to FWD whi...

Page 52: ...mendations to help protect it from dam age If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck put a tight fitting cover on the snowmobile A cover specifically de signed for your snowmobile is best This will help keep foreign objects out of the cooling vents and also help protect the snowmobile against damage from debris on the road If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck...

Page 53: ...ing can lead to eye injury burns fire or carbon mon oxide poisoning possibly leading to death See page 8 for more information about carbon monoxide WARNING EWS00791 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 an...

Page 54: ...00 mi 200 hr Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace if necessary 52 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clear ance when engine is cold Every 40000 km 25000 mi 57 Crankcase breath er 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 Exh...

Page 55: ...or 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 67 Drive chain oil Check oil level 67 Change 67 Shift lever Lubricate with specified grease Brake and parking brake Adjust free play and or replace pads if necessary ...

Page 56: ... Steering system Check toe out Adjust if necessary 72 Steering bearings Check bearing assemblies for looseness Lubricate with specified grease Skis and front shock absorbers Lubricate with specified grease 75 Suspension compo nent Lubricate with specified grease 75 Drive track Check the deflection Adjust if necessary Initial at 500 km 300 mi and every 800 km 500 mi thereafter 72 Fittings and faste...

Page 57: ...lide the covers onto the short end of each hexagon wrench be fore placing the wrenches in the tool kit Securely tie the strap around the tool kit 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 ESU14231 Recommended equipment It is good practice to carry the sp...

Page 58: ...the shroud stay slowly lower it to the original position and then tighten the fasteners Left and right side covers To remove a side cover 1 Remove the shroud See the above pro cedure 2 Loosen the fasteners pull outward on the areas shown and then slide the side cover forward to remove it To install a side cover 1 Fit the projection on the rear of the side cover into the hole in the fuel tank cover...

Page 59: ...covers upward 5 Loosen the quick fastener screws 6 Lift up the rear of the top cover discon nect the main switch coupler and then remove the cover To install the top cover 1 Connect the main switch coupler 2 Place the top cover in the original posi tion making sure to fit the projections on the cover into the slots in the headlight unit 1 Auxiliary DC jack coupler 1 Screw 2 Cable guide 1 1 2 1 Win...

Page 60: ...wrong with the engine For exam ple a very white center electrode porcelain color could indicate an intake track air leak or carburetion problem for that cylinder 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 will cause any spark...

Page 61: ...nd right side covers and the top cover See page 50 for removal procedures 3 Remove the headlight unit bolt and the windshield stay bolts on each side of the snowmobile 4 Unhook the headlight unit as shown then lift it up and move it forward away from the air filter case cover NOTICE Be careful not to scratch the snowmo bile when moving the headlight unit ECS00921 5 Loosen the locknut 6 To increase...

Page 62: ...ride system T O R S WARNING EWS00353 When checking the T O R S take precau tions to avoid snowmobile 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 Do not rev the engine to the point that the clutch engages 1 Locknut 2 Throttle lever free play adjusting bolt 3 Throt...

Page 63: ...e limited to less than the clutch engagement speed See page 89 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 EWS00363 ESU14740 Checking the air filt...

Page 64: ... scratch the snowmo bile when moving the headlight unit ECS00921 5 Remove the air filter case cover by un hooking the fasteners 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 ins...

Page 65: ...ower available even with the optimal air fuel ratio Expect acceleration and top speed to be reduced at higher altitudes To overcome operating with less power at high altitudes your snowmobile may also re quire different settings for the drive chain gears and V belt clutch to avoid poor perfor mance and rapid wear If you plan to operate your snowmobile at an altitude different from the area where y...

Page 66: ...ilter cartridge should be re placed after the first 800 km 500 mi of operation and every 20000 km 12000 mi of operation thereafter To check the engine oil level 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Start the engine warm it up for 10 15 minutes and then turn it off TIP The engine can also be warmed up by driv ing the snowmobile for 10 15 minutes After operating th...

Page 67: ... tighten the oil filler cap 8 Connect the oil level gauge coupler 9 Install the right side cover and the shroud To change the engine oil with or with out oil filter cartridge replacement 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 3 Remove the shroud the right side cover and the top cover See page 50 f...

Page 68: ... bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the crank case TIP A mark is stamped on the crankcase near the engine oil drain bolt for easy iden tification Dispose of used oil according to local reg ulations Skip steps 11 13 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 11 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench 1 Oil level gauge coupler 2 Oil filler cap 1 Cylinder head cap 1 En...

Page 69: ...he dip stick NOTICE When adding the en gine oil be careful not to fill above the H level mark on the dipstick Use only the recommended oil See page 89 Make sure that no foreign material enters the engine oil tank ECS00463 18 Install and tighten the oil filler cap 19 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking immediately turn the en...

Page 70: ...ure which could cause serious injury When the engine has cooled place a thick rag or towel over the coolant reservoir cap and slowly rotate the cap counter clockwise to the detent This procedure allows any residual pressure to escape When the hissing sound has stopped press down on the cap while turning coun terclockwise and remove it To check the coolant level 1 Place the snowmobile on a level su...

Page 71: ...king brake 2 Remove the shroud the right side cover and the top cover See page 50 for re moval procedures 3 Remove the coolant reservoir cap and add coolant until it reaches the COLD LEVEL mark 4 Start the engine and add coolant until the coolant level stabilizes and then stop the engine 5 Check for any coolant leakage If coolant is leaking check for the cause TIP If you find any leaks consult a Y...

Page 72: ...place if necessary 3 Install the drive guard and then install the left side cover and the shroud To replace and adjust the V belt WARNING EWS00412 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 ECS00512 As the V...

Page 73: ...lt position Do not force the V belt between the sheaves the secondary sliding and fixed sheaves must touch each other 8 If the V belt position is incorrect adjust it by removing or adding a spacer on each V belt position adjusting bolt 1 Screw 2 Bolt 3 Left lower cover 1 Secondary sliding sheave 2 Secondary fixed sheave 1 V belt 2 1 1 3 1 Edge of the secondary sheave assembly 2 Standard V belt pos...

Page 74: ...r in the original position and then install the screws and the bolts 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 spacer V belt position adjusting bolt tightening torque 10 Nm 1 ...

Page 75: ...k that the oil is between the maximum and mini mum level marks on the REVERSE side of the dipstick If the oil is below the min imum level mark add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the maximum level mark NOTICE Make sure that no foreign material enters the drive chain housing ECS00532 5 Install the dipstick making sure to align the notch in the dipstick handle with the projecti...

Page 76: ... lever end does not project out over the handlebar end This will help prevent brake lever damage when the snowmobile is placed on its side for service 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 sec tion for more details Checking ...

Page 77: ... adjusting bolt 3 Loosen the parking brake cable locknut 4 Turn the parking brake cable 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 Park...

Page 78: ...ake fluid may damage painted surfaces or plastic parts Always clean up spilled fluid immediately As the brake pads wear it is normal for the brake fluid level to gradually go down A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage therefore be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage If the brake flu id level goes down suddenly have a Yam...

Page 79: ...n rid ing in areas with little or no snow or on sharp edges such as concrete curbs etc This will wear or damage the skis RST90PTF RST90PGT 1 Drive sprocket tooth 2 Measuring line 3 Drive sprocket tooth width 1 Ski runner wear limit 1 2 3 1 1 Ski wear limit 2 Ski runner Ski runner wear limit 8 0 mm 0 31 in Ski wear limit 24 0 mm 0 94 in 1 Ski runner wear limit 2 Ski runner inner 3 Ski runner outer ...

Page 80: ...2 Turn the handlebar slightly to the right and left If excessive free play is felt consult a Yamaha dealer ESU12177 Drive track and slide runners Drive track WARNING EWS00482 A broken track track fittings or debris thrown by the drive track could be danger ous to an operator or bystanders Observe the following precautions Do not allow anyone to stand behind the snowmobile when the engine is runnin...

Page 81: ...maladjusted Drive track damage or failure could result in loss of braking ability and snowmobile control which could cause an accident Check the drive track alignment and deflec tion and check the track for wear and dam age Adjust or replace if necessary See the fol lowing section for more details Checking the drive track alignment 1 Lift the rear of the snowmobile onto a suitable stand to raise t...

Page 82: ...one or two turns Stop the engine 4 Align the drive track by turning the left and right adjusting nuts Shifted to right 1 Drive track deflection 2 Slide runner Standard drive track deflection 30 0 35 0 mm 1 18 1 38 in 1 Rear axle nut 2 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 adjusti...

Page 83: ...e slide runners ESU12199 Lubrication Lubricate the following points with the speci fied grease WARNING EWS00512 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 TIP For parts equipped with a grease nipple use a grease gun 1 Forward 2 Gap 3 Slide runner 4 Drive track 5 Slide metal Drive track deflection M...

Page 84: ... and the top cover See page 50 for removal procedures 2 Remove the headlight unit bolt and the windshield stay bolts on each side of the snowmobile 1 Lubrication point 1 Throttle cable end 1 Grease nipple 1 1 Grease nipple 1 Grease nipple 1 Grease nipple 1 1 1 U8HXS3E0 book Page 76 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 85: ...oil and your hands away from the glass part of the bulb or its life and illumination will be affect ed If the glass is oil stained thorough ly clean it with a cloth moistened with alcohol or lacquer thinner ECS00622 8 Install the bulb holder cover and then connect the headlight coupler 9 Install the headlight unit making sure to fit the slots on its bottom onto the projec tions on its stay 1 Headl...

Page 86: ... cover ESU12291 Fittings and fasteners Check the tightness of the fittings and fasten ers Tighten in proper sequence and torque if necessary ESU14021 Battery The battery is located under the air filter case See page 79 This model is equipped with a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery There is no need to check the electrolyte or to add dis tilled water However the battery lead con nections need ...

Page 87: ...nnect 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 ECS00844 To charge a VRLA Valve Regulated Lead Acid battery a special constant voltage battery charger is required Us ing a conventional battery charger will damage the battery Do not charge the battery ...

Page 88: ...lide the oil tank breather hose clamp away from the air filter case and then disconnect the oil tank breather hose 7 Lift up the air filter case disconnect the ISC Idle Speed Control unit inlet hose and cylinder head breather hose from the case and then remove the case 1 Headlight unit 1 Air filter case fastener 2 Air temperature sensor coupler 1 1 2 1 Joint clamp bolt 1 Oil tank breather hose cla...

Page 89: ...fuse with one of the proper amperage 1 Battery cover 2 Battery band 1 Negative battery lead 2 Bolt 1 2 1 2 1 Spare fuse 2 Fuel injection system fuse 3 Main fuse 4 EPS fuse 1 Fuse box 2 IGN ignition fuse 3 Spare fuse 4 HEAD headlight fuse 5 SIG signaling system fuse 6 DC auxiliary DC jack fuse 7 Spare fuse 1 2 3 4 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 1 U8HXS3E0 book Page 81 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 90: ...nit bolts and wind shield stay bolts and then tighten them to their specified torques 17 Install the top cover the left and right side covers and the shroud TIP If the fuse immediately blows again ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile Specified fuses Main fuse 40 0 A EPS fuse 30 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Signaling system fuse 7 5 A Aux...

Page 91: ... WARNING Before bypassing the T O R S make sure that the throt tle returns properly to the fully closed position The T O R S is an important safety device in the case of a malfunction take the snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer immediately for repair EWS00562 3 Compression Insufficient Loose cylinder head nuts Tighten nuts properly Worn or damaged gasket Replace gasket Worn or damaged piston and cylin ...

Page 92: ...E HAZARD NOTICE ECS00651 Use the connecting leads to jump start the snowmobile only Do not use the con necting leads for any other purpose To start the engine using the booster battery 1 Apply the parking brake and turn the key to the off position 2 Remove the shroud and the right side cover See page 50 for removal proce dures 3 Remove the red connecting lead from the lead holder and move it away ...

Page 93: ...ed jumper cable from the red connecting lead and then pull the cover completely over the lead termi nal 13 Install the red connecting lead into the lead holder 14 Install the right side cover and the shroud TIP Make sure that both the red connecting lead and the black connecting lead are seated securely in the lead holders Electric starter does not operate or operates slowly Engine stop switch is ...

Page 94: ...ect V belt Incorrect V belt clutch offset Ask a Yamaha dealer to check Loose or broken engine mount s Ask a Yamaha dealer to check V belt slips or becomes extremely hot Oily or dirty V belt or primary and second ary sheave assembly surfaces Clean Problem with driveline See V belt twists above Engine does not upshift or downshift properly or engages harshly Worn or damaged V belt Replace V belt or ...

Page 95: ... suspended above the ground 3 Clean the exterior of the snowmobile and apply a rust inhibitor 4 Store the snowmobile in a dry well ven tilated place with a porous cover placed over it 5 Keep the snowmobile on a level surface during storage or while transporting NOTICE ECS00871 Improper cleaning can damage plastic parts such as shroud covers wind shields headlight lenses meter lenses etc Use only a...

Page 96: ... 90 F Check the condition of the battery once a month and charge it as necessary NOTICE Always keep the battery charged Storing a dis charged battery can cause permanent battery damage ECS00692 TIP Before installing the battery have a Yamaha dealer inspect and fully charge it U8HXS3E0 book Page 88 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 97: ... 91 RUS RST90PTF 95 FIN SWE Starting system Electric starter Noise level and vibration level Noise level 77 311 EEC RST90PTF 88 dB A 4125 r min FIN SWE A weighted sound power level RST90PTF 102 dB A 4125 r min FIN SWE Vibration on seat EN1032 ISO 5008 RST90PTF Not exceed 0 5 m s FIN SWE Vibration on handlebar EN1032 ISO 5008 RST90PTF Not exceed 2 5 m s FIN SWE Chassis Drive track Material Molded r...

Page 98: ...CR8E Gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in Battery Model YTX20L BS Voltage capacity 12 V 18 0 Ah Ten hour rate amperage 1 8 A Bulb voltage wattage quantity Headlight 12 V 60 55 W 2 Headlight bulb type Halogen bulb Tail brake light LED Meter lighting LED Warning light LED High beam indicator light LED Low coolant temperature indicator light LED ESU14251 For EUR only The figures quoted are emission levels a...

Page 99: ...is especially impor tant during the warranty period as unauthor ized haphazard or improper repairs can void the warranty Remember that your authorized Yamaha dealer has the special tools tech niques and spare parts necessary for proper repair of your snowmobile Always consult your Yamaha dealer if you are in doubt as to proper specifications and or maintenance procedures Occasionally printing erro...

Page 100: ...indicator light 16 High altitude settings 57 I Identification numbers 91 L Location of the important labels 1 Low coolant temperature indicator light 16 Lubrication 75 M Main switch 12 Multi function meter unit 13 O Oil level pressure warning indicator 18 P Parking brake lever 22 Part locations 10 Passenger footrests 25 Passenger grip warmer switch 25 Passenger grips 24 Periodic maintenance chart ...

Page 101: ...ystem T O R S 12 Throttle override system T O R S checking 54 Tool kit 49 Tow hitch For RUSSIA and tow hitch bracket For EUROPE 27 Transporting 44 Troubleshooting 83 V Valve clearance 57 V belt 64 V belt holders 24 U8HXS3E0 book Page 93 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

Page 102: ...Printed on recycled paper Printed in Japan 2014 05 0 3 1 CR U8HXS3E0 book Page 1 Wednesday April 2 2014 2 44 PM ...

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