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OPERATION

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Starting the engine

WARNING

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Be sure to check the “SAFETY INFORMATION”
section carefully before starting the engine. 

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Make sure that the parking brake is applied. 

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NOTE:

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Make sure that the engine stop switch is in the on posi-
tion. The starter motor cannot be operated when the
engine stop switch is in the off position. 

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1. Turn the main switch to the “START” position. Warm

up the engine until it does not run roughly.

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“START”

CAUTION:

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Release the switch immediately after the engine
starts. 

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If the engine fails to start, release the switch, wait
a few seconds, then try again. Each attempt
should be as short as possible to preserve the
battery. Do not crank the engine more than 10
seconds on any one attempt. 

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Summary of Contents for RX10GTW

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL SNOWMOBILE RX10GTW ...

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Page 3: ...y ID and key number in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer 1 The frame number is the seventeen digit number stamped on the frame of the snowmobile See fig È 2 The engine number is stamped in the location as shown See fig É 3 Key number See fig Ê Also record and keep the ID numbers in a separate place in case the snowmobile is stolen A B C ...

Page 4: ...If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your snowmobile please consult a Yamaha dealer To maintain the high quality and performance of this snowmobile it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended mainte nance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual RX10GTW RXW10GTW OWNER S MANUAL 2006 by Yamaha Motor C...

Page 5: ...nual should be considered a permanent part of this snowmobile and should remain with the snow mobile when resold Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the snowmobile operator a b...

Page 6: ...5 11 Brake lever 5 11 Parking brake lever 5 12 Shift lever 5 12 Headlight beam switch 5 13 Auxiliary DC jack 5 13 Shroud and covers 5 14 Drive guard 5 14 V belt holders 5 15 Storage compartment 5 15 PRE OPERATION CHECKS 6 1 Fuel 6 1 Engine oil 6 2 Engine oil level 6 3 Coolant 6 4 Throttle lever 6 5 Throttle override system T O R S 6 5 Brake 6 6 Brake fluid leakage 6 7 V belt 6 7 Drive guard 6 7 Dr...

Page 7: ...titude settings 8 11 Adjusting the valve clearance 8 11 Changing the engine oil 8 12 Cooling system 8 14 Replacing the V belt 8 16 Checking the drive chain housing oil level and the drive chain tension 8 19 Checking the brake pads 8 20 Checking the parking brake pads 8 20 Checking the brake fluid level 8 21 Changing the brake fluid 8 22 Suspension 8 22 Adjusting the drive track 8 28 Aligning the s...

Page 8: ...e parts replaced due 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 an...

Page 9: ...amages as well as 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 an...

Page 10: ...e dealer ship Since 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...

Page 11: ...1 4 ESU04280 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S CW 06E ...

Page 12: ...TION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS Please read the following labels carefully before operat ing this snowmobile NOTE Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as nec essary 1 2 3 4 8FB 77761 E0 4AA 22259 70 4AA 22259 60 ...

Page 13: ...2 2 5 RXW10GT NOTE The following suspension adjustment charts are included with the Owner s Manual ...

Page 14: ...s snowmobile is designed to carry the OPERA TOR ONLY Passengers are prohibited Carrying a passenger can cause loss of control 4 Do not operate the snowmobile after drinking alcohol or taking drugs Your ability to operate the snowmo bile is reduced by the influence of alcohol or drugs 5 For safety and proper care of the snowmobile always perform the pre operation checks on pages 6 1 6 11 before sta...

Page 15: ... inhale a lot of gasoline vapor or get some gasoline into your eyes see your doctor immediately If any gasoline spills on your skin or clothing immediately wash your skin with soap and water and change your clothes 10 Wear protective clothing Wear an approved helmet and a face shield or goggles Also wear a good qual ity snowmobile suit boots and a pair of gloves or mit tens that will permit use of...

Page 16: ...n most surfaces is to release the throttle and apply the brake gently not suddenly Maintenance and storage 1 Do not leave the snowmobile on its left side for an extended period of time Fuel may leak out from the fuel breather hose 2 Modifications made to the snowmobile not approved by Yamaha or the removal of original equipment may render your snowmobile unsafe for use that may cause severe person...

Page 17: ...4 1 ESU00012 4 DESCRIPTION RX10GT RXW10GT ...

Page 18: ...Throttle lever J Shift lever K Main switch L Auxiliary DC jack M Tachometer N Mode button O Reset button P Select button Q Fuel meter and grip thumb warmer level indicator R Fuel meter indicator S Self diagnosis warning indicator T Rear suspension indicator U Coolant temperature warning indica tor V Grip warmer indicator W Fuel level warning indicator X Thumb warmer indicator Y Oil level warning i...

Page 19: ...ngine starts NOTE The headlights meter lights and taillights come on after the engine starts ESU00022 Throttle lever Once the engine is running cleanly squeezing a the throt tle lever 1 will increase the engine speed and cause engagement of the drive system Regulate the speed of the snowmobile by varying the throttle position Because the throttle is spring loaded the snowmobile will deceler ate an...

Page 20: ... S If the throttle bodies or throttle cable malfunctions during operation the T O R S will operate when the throttle lever is released The T O R S is designed to interrupt the fuel injection and keep the engine speed between 2 800 and 3 000 r min if the throttle valves fail to return to the idle position when the throttle lever is released WARNING If the T O R S is activated make sure that the cau...

Page 21: ... warning indicator 5 will flash and the two digit code 84 6 will flash in the clock dis play The T O R S monitors the condition of the throttle position sensor speedometer assembly and speed sensor and will operate if any of the monitored items is disconnected or malfunctioning A B C Mode Item Idling starting Running Trouble Throttle switch Off On Off Throttle position sensor Closed Open Open Engi...

Page 22: ...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 a rear suspension compression damping level indica tor which shows the compression damping force level of the electronically controlled rear shock absorber After the engine is started the tachometer 1 makes one sweep and the low coolant temperature ind...

Page 23: ...al hPa and inches of mercury inHg select the barometer mode BARO and then push the SELECT button for at least 3 seconds while the snowmobile is stopped Clock To set the clock 1 Push the SELECT button 1 and RESET button 2 simultaneously until the hour digits start flashing 2 Push the RESET button to change the hour setting and then push the SELECT button The minute dig its will start flashing 3 Pus...

Page 24: ...e the setting is not applied ESU00363 High beam indicator light The high beam indicator light 1 comes on when the high beams of the headlights are switched on See page 5 13 for headlight beam switch operation ESU05012 Fuel meter grip thumb warmer level indicator and rear suspension compression damping level indicator The fuel meter grip thumb warmer level indicator and rear suspension compression ...

Page 25: ... grip warmer level indicator or the rear suspension compression damping level indicator press the left adjustment switch 1 To switch between the two level indicators press the MODE button 2 twice To display the thumb warmer level indicator press the right adjustment switch 3 NOTE The level indicator for the grip warmer thumb warmer or rear suspension compression damping is displayed for 5 seconds ...

Page 26: ...played If the grip warmer indicator is displayed push the MODE but ton again to display the rear suspension indicator 2 To increase the compression damping force press the left adjustment switch to HI and to decrease it press the switch to LO NOTE When the top or bottom segment of a level indicator is reached it flashes once When the engine is started the grip warmer thumb warmer and rear suspensi...

Page 27: ...level surface and allow it to idle for one minute If the oil level warning indicator and the warning light go off the engine oil level is sufficient however it is getting low Add engine oil as soon as possible If the oil level warning indicator and the warning light do not go off check the engine oil level in the oil tank see page 6 3 and add engine oil if necessary ESU04840 Low coolant temperatur...

Page 28: ...the warning light 1 and the self diagnosis warning indicator 2 will flash and then an error code e g 16 and 81 3 will flash slowly in the tripmeter odometer display WARNING If the self diagnosis warning indicator and warn ing light flash continuously and an error code is displayed during operation there may be some problem with the electrical circuit lead couplers etc Stop the engine and allow it ...

Page 29: ...ver towards the handlebar grip to stop the snowmobile 1 Brake lever 2 Brake lever end 3 Handlebar end NOTE When the brake lever is operated the brake light will illu minate CAUTION 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 The brake lever is equipped with a position ...

Page 30: ...e engine Never run the snowmobile with the parking brake applied This may overheat the brake disc and reduce braking ability ESU03411 Shift lever The shift lever is used to put the snowmobile into forward or reverse After coming to a complete stop pull the shift lever out slide it to FWD or to REV until it stops and then release it 1 Shift lever 2 Pull out 3 Slide to FWD Forward 4 Slide to REV Rev...

Page 31: ...xiliary DC jack cap 1 and then insert the accessory power plug into the jack 2 NOTE After using the auxiliary DC jack be sure to remove the accessory power plug from the jack and close the auxil iary DC jack cap CAUTION Do not use accessories requiring more than the maximum rated capacity for the auxiliary DC jack This may overload the circuit and cause the fuse to blow See pages 8 34 8 35 for the...

Page 32: ...ay from rotating parts when servicing the snowmobile with the shroud or covers removed Do not touch the hot muffler and engine during or immediately after operation CAUTION Make sure that all cables leads etc are in place when installing the shroud and covers ESU00521 Drive guard The drive guard is designed to cover the V belt clutch and V belt in case parts break or come loose WARNING Make sure t...

Page 33: ...or emergency use by placing it into the V belt holders provided CAUTION Make sure that the V belt is installed securely in the holders ESU00680 Storage compartment Open the storage compartment to store the service tools spare parts or other small items ...

Page 34: ...ient fuel in the fuel tank WARNING Fuel is HIGHLY FLAMMABLE and poisonous Check the SAFETY INFORMATION section carefully before refueling See page 3 2 Do not fill the fuel tank above the bottom of the filler tube 1 Fuel could overflow if the snowmo bile is tilted or if the ambient temperature rises causing the fuel to warm up and expand Make sure that the fuel tank cap is closed securely after ref...

Page 35: ...at snow or ice does not enter the fuel tank when refueling Do not use alcohol deicers or water absorbing additives with oxygenated fuel The fuel tank should be filled with straight gaso line as specified ESU04031 Engine oil Use a combination of the recommended SAE and API oil classifications shown in the chart below CB 02E CAUTION Use only 4 stroke engine oil SAE API SE SF SG or higher 40 20 0 20 ...

Page 36: ...to idle for at least 10 seconds before turning it off 3 Remove the shroud and the right side cover See pages 8 5 8 7 for removal procedures 4 Disconnect the oil level gauge coupler 1 CAUTION Disconnect the oil level gauge coupler before remov ing the oil level gauge dipstick Otherwise the cable can twist and break 5 Remove the oil level gauge dipstick 2 wipe it clean insert it back into the oil fi...

Page 37: ...lant level 1 Remove the top cover See pages 8 5 8 7 for removal procedures 2 Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery tank when the engine is cold If the coolant level is below the COLD LEVEL mark add soft water until it reaches the COLD LEVEL mark See pages 8 14 8 16 for more details 1 COLD LEVEL mark WARNING Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap when the engine is hot 2 Coolant reservoi...

Page 38: ...ile could start moving forward unexpectedly which could cause an accident 1 Start the engine NOTE Refer to the Starting the engine section 2 Hold the pivot point of the throttle lever away from the throttle switch by putting your thumb above and forefinger below between the throttle lever pivot 1 and the engine stop switch housing 2 While holding the pivot point as described above press the thrott...

Page 39: ...cates a failure in the brake system Do not operate the snowmobile if you find any problems in the brake system You could lose braking ability which could lead to an accident Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect and repair the brake system CAUTION Make sure that the brake lever end does not project out over the handlebar end This is to prevent brake lever damage when the snowmobile is placed on its side ...

Page 40: ...it up immediately ESU04520 V belt Check the V belt 1 Remove the shroud and the left side cover and then remove the drive guard See pages 8 5 8 7 for removal procedures 2 Check the V belt for wear and damage Replace if necessary 3 Install the left side cover and the shroud WARNING Make sure that the drive guard is installed securely before operating the snowmobile Never run the engine with the V be...

Page 41: ...aladjusted Drive track damage or failure could result in loss of brak ing ability and snowmobile control which could cause an accident ESU00982 Slide runners Check the slide runners for wear and damage If the slide runners reach the wear limit they should be replaced 1 Slide runners a Wear limit CAUTION Ride on fresh snow frequently Operating on ice or hard packed snow will rapidly wear the slide ...

Page 42: ... This will wear or damage the skis ESU00103 Steering system Check the handlebar for excessive free play 1 Push the handlebar up and down and back and forth 2 Turn the handlebar slightly to the right and left If excessive free play is noticed consult a Yamaha dealer ESU00378 Lights Check the lights Replace any burned out bulbs CAUTION Avoid using a scraper or hot water for cleaning the plastic lens...

Page 43: ...ele ment remove the element and brush off the snow and then install the air filter element 6 Place the air filter element frame in its original posi tion and then install the air filter case cover Hook the fasteners onto the air filter case cover 7 Install the headlight unit making sure to insert the tabs on the headlight unit stay into the slots on the bottom of the headlight unit 8 Install the h...

Page 44: ...ractice to carry the tool kit spare parts and other necessary equipment with you while riding the snowmobile so that minor repairs can be done if neces sary The following should be carried at all times Tool kit Flashlight Roll of plastic tape Steel wire Towrope Jumper cables V belt Light bulbs Spark plugs When you start out for a long distance trip extra fuel and oil should be carried as well ...

Page 45: ...starter motor cannot be operated when the engine stop switch is in the off position 1 Turn the main switch to the START position Warm up the engine until it does not run roughly 1 START CAUTION Release the switch immediately after the engine starts If the engine fails to start release the switch wait a few seconds then try again Each attempt should be as short as possible to preserve the battery D...

Page 46: ...ll throttle operation or any condition that might result in engine overheating must be avoided Operating your snowmobile for the first time Start the engine and let it idle for 15 minutes 0 160 km 0 100 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 6 000 r min 160 500 km 100 300 mi Avoid prolonged operation above 8 000 r min 500 km 300 mi and beyond The snowmobile can now be operated normally CAUTION After 8...

Page 47: ...arded with added safety and a more reliable snowmobile Always wear the proper cloth ing for both warmth and to help protect you from injury if an accident occurs Become familiar with operating your snow mobile at low speeds even if you are an experienced rider Do not attempt to oper ate at maximum performance until you are totally familiar with the snowmobile s han dling and performance characteri...

Page 48: ... thor oughly familiar with the operation of your snowmobile Riding uphill You should practice first on gentle slopes Try more difficult climbs only after you have developed your skill As you approach a hill accelerate before you start the climb and then reduce the throttle to prevent track slippage It is also important to keep your weight on the uphill side at all times On climbs straight up the h...

Page 49: ...our downhill leg on the seat and the foot of your uphill leg on the running board This position will make it easier for you to shift your body weight as needed Snow and ice are slippery so be prepared for the possibility that your snowmobile could begin to slip sideways on the slope If this happens steer in the direction of the slide if there are no obstacles in your path As you regain proper bala...

Page 50: ...es 2 Snow mixed with a lot of dirt and sand All of the above surfaces have one thing in common in regard to drive track and slide runners little or no lubricating ability Drive track and all slide rail systems require lubrication snow or water between the slide runners and the slide metal In the absence of lubrication the slide runners will rapidly wear and in severe cases liter ally melt away and...

Page 51: ...erheating avoid sustained high speed usage in areas such as icy trails frozen lakes and rivers that have minimal snow coverage An overheated track will be weakened internally which may cause fail ure or damage Off trail riding Avoid off trail riding until there is sufficient snow cover age It generally takes several feet of snow to provide a good overall base to properly cover debris such as rocks...

Page 52: ...se 4 Release WARNING Make sure that the throttle lever is fully released and the snowmobile is at a full stop before shift ing 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 reverse C...

Page 53: ...nt accidental starting ESU04650 Transporting When transporting your snowmobile on a trailer or in a truck observe the following recommendations 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 in ...

Page 54: ...CONTROL THESE SER VICES NOT ONLY ENSURE CLEANER AIR BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER ENGINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IN THE FOLLOWING PERI ODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS THE SERVICES RELATED TO EMISSIONS CONTROL ARE GROUPED SEPARATELY THESE SERVICES REQUIRE SPECIALIZED DATA KNOWLEDGE AND EQUIPMENT YAMAHA DEALERS ARE TRAINED AND EQUIPPED TO PERFORM THESE PARTICULAR SERVICES ESU04970 Periodic maintena...

Page 55: ... 000 mi Fuel Check fuel level 6 1 6 2 Engine coolant Check coolant level recovery tank 6 4 Check coolant level reservoir tank 8 14 8 16 Air bleed the cooling system if necessary 8 14 Throttle lever handlebar end Check operation Repair if necessary 5 1 6 5 Throttle override system T O R S Check operation Repair if necessary 5 2 6 5 Engine stop switch Check operation Repair if necessary 5 11 Drive g...

Page 56: ... Adjust if necessary Initial at 500 km 300 mi and every 800 km 500 mi thereafter 8 20 Skis and ski runners Check for wear and damage 6 9 Replace if necessary Steering system Check operation 6 9 Adjust toe out if necessary Lights Check operation Replace bulbs if necessary 6 9 8 32 8 33 Battery Check condition Charge if necessary 8 33 Primary and second ary clutches Check engagement and shift speed ...

Page 57: ...ified grease 8 31 Suspension component Lubricate with specified grease 8 31 Parking brake cable end and lever end throttle cable end Lubricate with specified grease 8 31 Check cable damage Replace if necessary Shroud and covers Make sure that the shroud and covers are securely fastened 5 14 8 5 8 7 Fittings and fasteners Check tightness Repair if necessary 6 11 Tool kit and recom mended equipment ...

Page 58: ...t 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 ESU04502 Removing and installing the shroud and covers Shroud To remove the shroud Turn the fasteners counterclockwise slowly raise the shroud and then unhook the shroud from the shroud stay 1 Fastener 2 Shroud To install the sh...

Page 59: ...in the lower side cover Top cover To remove the top cover 1 Remove the screws and then remove the cable guide 2 Remove the bolts disconnect the main switch cou pler and auxiliary DC jack coupler and then remove the top cover 1 Screws 2 Cable guide 3 Bolts 4 Top cover To install the top cover 1 Connect the main switch coupler and auxiliary DC jack coupler place the top cover in its original posi ti...

Page 60: ...ark plug can indi cate 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 a light tan color for a snowmobile that is being ridden normally If a spark plug shows a distinctly different color there could be something wrong with the engine For example a very white center electrode porcelain co...

Page 61: ...ber hot spots and thread damage Always use a spark plug with the speci fied reach Before installing any spark plug measure the electrode gap with a wire thickness gauge and adjust to specifica tion 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 CAUTION Make sure that the spark plug caps are secur...

Page 62: ... unit bolts 1 and then lift up the headlight unit 4 Turn the idle adjusting screw 2 in or out to adjust the engine idling speed 5 Install the headlight unit making sure to insert the tabs on the headlight unit stay into the slots on the bottom of the headlight unit 6 Install the headlight unit bolts and then tighten them to the specified torque 7 Install the top cover the left and right side cover...

Page 63: ...r throttle lever free play is achieved 1 Headlight unit bolt 2 Locknut 3 Adjuster 6 Tighten the locknut 7 Connect the speedometer coupler and headlight cou plers and then install the headlight unit making sure to insert the tabs on the headlight unit stay into the slots on the bottom of the headlight unit 8 Install the headlight unit bolts and then tighten them to the specified torque 9 Install th...

Page 64: ... higher altitudes To overcome operating with less power at high altitudes your snowmobile may also require different settings for the drive chain gears and V belt clutch to avoid poor per formance and rapid wear If you plan to operate your snowmobile at an altitude different from the area where you bought it be sure to consult a Yamaha dealer The dealer can tell you if there are any changes necess...

Page 65: ... replaced every 20 000 km 12 000 mi of operation Have a Yamaha dealer replace the oil filter cartridge To change the engine oil without 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 and the right side cover See pages 8 5 8 7 for removal procedures 4 Re...

Page 66: ...level gauge dipstick Make sure that no foreign material enters the engine oil tank 12 Start the engine and then let it idle for several min utes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking immediately turn the engine off and make sure that the engine oil drain bolts and oil level gauge dipstick are installed correctly 13 Turn the engine off and then connect the oil level gauge coupler Tigh...

Page 67: ...luid 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 coolant reservoir cap and slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the detent This procedure allows any residual pressure to escape When the hissing sound has stopped press down on the cap while turning counter clockwise and remove it The cooling system mu...

Page 68: ...tem must be bled of air if the coolant reservoir becomes empty if air can be seen in the cooling system or if there is a cooling system leak Consult a Yamaha dealer 1 Remove the top cover See pages 8 5 8 7 for removal procedures 2 Remove the coolant reservoir cap fill the reservoir with the recommended coolant and then install the cap 3 Remove the coolant recovery tank cap add the rec ommended coo...

Page 69: ...assembly to 0 5 mm 0 02 in below the edge a If not the V belt clutch engagement speed will be changed The snowmobile may move unexpectedly when the engine is started Adjust the V belt position by removing or adding a spacer 1 on each adjusting bolt Have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment CAUTION As the V belt wears adjustment may be necessary To ensure proper clutch performance the V belt positi...

Page 70: ...er the secondary fixed sheave 5 Remove the V belt from the secondary sheave assembly and primary sheave assembly 6 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 Standard V belt position a From 1 5 mm 0 06 in above the edge of the ...

Page 71: ...ry fixed sheave 11 Install the V belt 8 between the secondary sliding and fixed sheaves 12 Install the drive guard 13 Install the left side cover and the shroud WARNING Never run the engine with the V belt or drive guard removed 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 0 02 in below the edge Not necessary It is co...

Page 72: ...a clean rag and then insert it back into the filler hole 4 Remove the dipstick and check that the oil is between the maximum and minimum level marks If the oil is below the minimum level mark add sufficient oil to raise it to the maximum level mark 2 Maximum level mark 3 Minimum level mark È For models without reverse transmissions not applicable É For models with reverse transmissions RX10GT RXW1...

Page 73: ...ecking the brake pads Check the brake pads for wear If the brake pads reach the wear limit ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them 1 Brake pad wear indicator ESU00352 Checking the parking brake pads 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 Adjustment As the parking brake pads wear adj...

Page 74: ...el surface Check that the brake fluid is above the lower level and replenish when necessary 1 Lower level WARNING Be careful that water does not enter the master cylin der when refilling Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock If the brake fluid level goes down consult a Yamaha dealer CAUTION Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or plas ti...

Page 75: ...ort while a harder setting may allow more precise handling and control over certain types of terrain or riding conditions WARNING Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjust ment ESU02372 Adjusting the ski spring preload The spring preload can be adjusted by turning the spring preload adjuster 1 CD 11E CAUTION The left and right ski spring preload must be set to the same setting Uneven settin...

Page 76: ...form or damage the shock absorber in any way Do not dispose of a worn or damaged shock absorber by yourself Take the unit to a Yamaha dealer ESU05030 Adjusting the ski damping forces Compression damping force The compression damping force of each ski shock absorber can be adjusted by turning the compression damping force adjusting knob 1 CD 33E Adjusting knob position Turns out b Turns in a Dampin...

Page 77: ...loss of stability WARNING This shock absorber contains highly pressurized nitrogen gas It could explode by improper handling causing injury or property damage Do not tamper with or attempt to open the shock absorber Do not subject the shock absorber to an open flame or other high heat source which could cause it to explode Do not deform or damage the shock absorber in any way Do not dispose of a w...

Page 78: ...ode by improper handling causing injury or property damage Do not tamper with or attempt to open the shock absorber Do not subject the shock absorber to an open flame or other high heat sources which could cause it to explode A Spring seat length Standard Increased Decreased Preload Harder Softer È a Length front Maximum 141 5 mm 5 57 in 131 5 mm 5 18 in Minimum 120 5 mm 4 74 in The spring seat le...

Page 79: ...ted by turning the adjuster 2 CD 36E WARNING This shock absorber contains highly pressurized nitrogen gas It could explode by improper handling causing injury or property damage Do not tamper with or attempt to open the shock absorber Do not subject the shock absorber to an open flame or other high heat source which could cause it to explode Do not deform or damage the shock absorber in any way Do...

Page 80: ... in the owner s tool kit as shown Make sure that the rim d of the control rod body is within the range e of the scale 4 Tighten the locknut while holding the adjuster in place CAUTION When using the special wrench make sure that it is situated at a right angle to the control rod and that it is tightly fitted to the locknut or the control rod adjuster WARNING Never adjust the control rod beyond the...

Page 81: ...ntly Replace damaged slide metal Replace the drive track if it is damaged to the depth where fabric reinforcement material is visible or support rods are broken Otherwise track damage or failure could result in loss of braking ability and snow mobile control which could cause an accident Measuring the drive track deflection 1 Lay the snowmobile on its side 2 Measure the drive track deflection with...

Page 82: ... the drive track one or two turns Stop the engine 4 Check the drive track alignment with the slide runners 2 If the alignment is incorrect align the drive track by turning the left and right adjusters CD 08E 7 Slide runners 8 Drive track 9 Slide metal a Gap b Forward 5 Adjust the drive track deflection to specification CD 09E 5 6 Drive track alignment 5 Shifted to right 6 Shifted to left 3 Left ad...

Page 83: ... is achieved 7 Tighten the rear axle nut ESU02001 Aligning the skis 1 Turn the handlebar so the skis face straight ahead 2 Check the following for ski alignment a Skis are facing forward b Ski toe out 1 2 is within specification 3 If the alignment is not correct consult a Yamaha dealer Rear axle tightening torque 75 Nm 7 5 m kgf 54 2 ft lb Ski toe out 1 2 0 15 mm 0 0 59 in ...

Page 84: ...a dab of grease onto the cable end only Do not grease the throttle cable because it could become frozen which could cause loss of control 2 Front suspension 3 Rear suspension WARNING Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer lubricate the front and rear suspensions 2 2 Lubricant Low temperature grease 3 ...

Page 85: ...r 6 Remove the bulb WARNING Keep flammable products and your hands away from the hot bulb until it has cooled down 7 Install the new bulb and then hook the bulb holder onto the headlight unit 8 Install the bulb holder cover and then connect the headlight coupler 9 Install the headlight access panel and the top cover CAUTION Keep oil and your hands away from the glass part of the bulb or its life a...

Page 86: ...ms to have discharged Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quickly if the snowmobile is equipped with electrical accessories WARNING Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous It contains sulfuric acid and can cause severe burns Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing ANTIDOTE EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magne...

Page 87: ...ges 8 5 8 7 for removal procedures 2 Remove the headlight unit bolts 1 disconnect the headlight couplers and speedometer coupler and then remove the headlight unit 3 Unhook the latch 2 and disconnect the air tempera ture sensor coupler 3 4 Loosen the joint clamp screws 4 5 Slide the clamps 5 away from the air filter case and then disconnect the crankcase breather hose 6 and the bypass air hose 7 6...

Page 88: ...olts and then tighten them to the specified torque 14 Install the top cover the left and right side covers and the shroud NOTE If the fuse immediately blows again ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile Specified fuses 0Main fuse 40 A AFuel injection system fuse 10 A B HEAD Headlight fuse 20 A C SIG Signal fuse 10 A D DC TERM Auxiliary DC jack fuse 3 A E IGN Ignition fuse 20 A F BACK UP Back...

Page 89: ...to a Yamaha dealer immediately for repair 3 Compression Insufficient Loose cylinder head nuts Tighten nuts properly Worn or damaged gasket Replace gasket Worn or damaged piston and cylinder Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect B Starting the engine with a dis charged battery If the snowmobile battery is discharged the engine can be started using a 12 volt battery and jumper cables Two connecting leads h...

Page 90: ...Do not reverse the connections 4 Pull the red connecting lead cover to expose the terminal through the slit in the cover and then connect the red jumper cable to the red connect ing lead 5 Connect the other end of the red jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery 6 Connect the black jumper cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery 7 Pull the black connecting lead cov...

Page 91: ...d in Pull it out 2 Faulty wire connections Check con nections or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect 3 Discharged battery Charge battery or see B above 4 Seized engine Seizure is caused by poor lubrication inadequate fuel or an air leak Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect D Engine power is low 1 Low coolant temperature indicator light is flashing Warm the engine up 2 Faulty spark plugs Clean or replace the ...

Page 92: ... belt or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect 2 Incorrect V belt clutch settings for alti tude or conditions Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect 3 Worn or sticking primary sheave assembly Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect 4 Worn or sticking secondary sheave assembly Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect K Noise or excessive vibration in drive chain and sprockets 1 Broken V belt clutch components Ask a Yamaha dealer to...

Page 93: ... the alcohol content in the fuel increases the chance for water to enter the engine Use Yamaha Stor Rite Engine Fogging Oil or an equiva lent fogging oil to protect both the com bustion chamber and crankshaft from corrosion An alternate method is to remove the intake silencer and squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is running CAUTION Do not attempt to store the snowmobile by simpl...

Page 94: ...ti lated place out of direct sunlight Put a fab ric cover over the snowmobile preferably one that is designed for it Do not use a plastic or vinyl cover condensation could be trapped underneath which could increase the chances of rusting Returning to service after storage When returning your snowmobile to ser vice install the V belt and battery and adjust the drive track Remove the spark plugs and...

Page 95: ...y weight 262 kg 578 lb RX10GT 269 kg 593 lb RXW10GT Ski stance 1 086 mm 42 7 in RX10GT RXW10GT Type Liquid cooled 4 stroke 20 valves Cylinder arrangement Parallel 4 cylinder Displacement 998 cm3 Bore Stroke 74 0 58 0 mm 2 91 2 28 in Idle speed 1 500 100 r min Engine oil type API SE SF SG or higher SAE 0W 30 Throttle body type MIKUNI 39EIDW 2 Fuel Unleaded gasoline Pump octane R M 2 86 or higher St...

Page 96: ... 10 57 in Sheave offset Approx 15 mm 0 59 in Engagement speed 1 Approx 3 500 r min Shift speed 1 Approx 10 500 r min 2 Drive chain Silent chain enclosed in oil bath Reduction ratio 38 24 1 58 RX10GT 38 23 1 65 RXW10GT Fuel tank Tank capacity 38 3 L 8 4 lmp gal 10 1 US gal Oil quantity With oil filter cartridge replacement 3 0 L 2 6 lmp qt 3 2 US qt Without oil filter cartridge replacement 2 8 L 2 ...

Page 97: ...plug Type R CR9EB NGK Gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in Battery Capacity YTX14 BS 12 V 12 A h Maximum charge rate 1 2 Amperes hr for 10 hrs Headlight Bulb Quantity 12 V 60 55 W 2 Tail brake light Bulb Quantity LED Meter light Bulb Quantity LED Indicator light Bulb Quantity LED ...

Page 98: ...B G W Br W B L G B L B O B W B P W L R R L R B Gy R O G Br Y Gy Br L Y G Lg Lg Y L W P B G O Gy R R W O G G O Gy R R W O G O G G O B Ch B B G Br Y G W W Y L Y L R W R L R L R L R L G B L B O B R B B R L F R L R L F B B BLACK BLACK B L W B L W B L L Y B L L P W B L L E R B R B E G B G B E L B L B E O B O B E B L B L E Y Y E L L L P B L B L G W Br W B L L P W B L BLACK L P B L G B L Y R W G Lg L W Y...

Page 99: ...High beam indicator light e Low coolant temperature indicator light f Warning light g Headlight relay h Headlight i Headlight beam switch j Radiator fan relay k Radiator fan motor l Auxiliary DC jack m DC TERM Auxiliary DC jack fuse n HEAD Headlight fuse o SIG Signal fuse p FAN Radiator fan fuse q BACK UP Backup fuse r IGN Ignition fuse s Load control relay COLOR CODE B Black Br Brown Ch Chocolate...

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