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SPECIFICATIONS

ESU00229

Dimensions

CS-01E

ESU00230

Engine

CS-02E

RX10RT/RX10R/RX10RTR/RXW10

Overall length

2,805 mm (110.4 in): RX10RT/RX10R/

RX10RTR

3,000 mm (118.1 in): RXW10

Overall width

1,225 mm ( 48.2 in)

Overall height

1,070 mm ( 42.1 in): RX10RT/RX10RTR
1,160 mm ( 45.7 in): RX10R/RXW10

Dry weight

259 kg ( 571 lb): RX10RT
262 kg ( 578 lb): RX10R/RX10RTR
269 kg ( 593 lb): RXW10

Ski stance

1,086 mm ( 42.7 in)

RX10RT/RX10R/RX10RTR/RXW10

Type

Liquid cooled 4-stroke, 20 valves

Cylinder arrangement

Parallel 4-cylinder

Displacement

998 cm

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

Fuel

Unleaded gasoline

Pump octane

; 88 or higher

Starting system

Electric starter

R + M

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Summary of Contents for RX10RTL

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL SNOWMOBILE RX10RTL...

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Page 3: ...ary 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 f...

Page 4: ...ave 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...

Page 5: ...ual 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 nota...

Page 6: ...5 10 Rear suspension damping force remote adjustment dial 5 11 Headlight beam switch 5 11 Auxiliary DC jack 5 11 Shroud and covers 5 12 Drive guard 5 13 V belt holders 5 13 Storage compartment 5 13 P...

Page 7: ...itude 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...

Page 8: ...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 a...

Page 9: ...mages 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 e...

Page 10: ...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 YA...

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

Page 12: ...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 RX10RT 1 RX10R RX10RTR RXW10 2...

Page 13: ...2 2 3 4 5 RXW10 4AA 22259 70 4AA 22259 60...

Page 14: ...2 3 NOTE The following suspension adjustment charts are included with the Owner s Manual RX10R RXW10...

Page 15: ...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...

Page 16: ...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...

Page 17: ...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 ou...

Page 18: ...ION 1 Windshield 2 Steering handlebar 3 Seat 4 Frame 5 Storage compartment 6 Slide rail suspension 7 Rear suspension damping force remote adjustment dial 8 Drive track 9 Skis 0 Headlights A Shroud RX1...

Page 19: ...button not applicable P Reset button Q Select button R Fuel meter and grip thumb warmer level indicator S Fuel meter indicator T Self diagnosis warning indicator U Rear suspension indicator not applic...

Page 20: ...gine 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 t...

Page 21: ...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 t...

Page 22: ...ning 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 wi...

Page 23: ...ant temperature indicator light 2 the warning light 3 and all segments of the meter display 4 turn on and off once The grip warmer level is initially displayed for 5 seconds then the display switches...

Page 24: ...ess of the meter display to suit the outdoor lighting conditions To adjust the display brightness 1 Turn the main switch to OFF 2 Push and hold down the SELECT button 1 3 Turn the main switch to ON an...

Page 25: ...mer adjustment switch 2 control the electrically heated handlebar grips and throttle lever respectively To raise the temperature press each switch to HI To lower the temperature press each switch to L...

Page 26: ...evel 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...

Page 27: ...he 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 warnin...

Page 28: ...er 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 b...

Page 29: ...run the snowmobile with the parking brake applied This may overheat the brake disc and reduce braking ability ESU00341 Shift lever For RX10R RX10RTR RXW10 The shift lever is used to put the snowmobile...

Page 30: ...he headlight beam to high or low 1 Headlight beam switch 2 Push 3 High beam 4 Low beam ESU04301 Auxiliary DC jack The auxiliary DC jack is located in the front panel and can be used for accessories NO...

Page 31: ...hroud and covers before operating the snowmobile See pages 8 5 8 7 for removal and installation procedures 1 Shroud 2 Right side cover 3 Left side cover 4 Top cover WARNING Do not drive the snowmobile...

Page 32: ...efore operating the snowmobile Never run the engine with the V belt or drive guard removed ESU00053 V belt holders Keep a spare V belt for emergency use by placing it into the V belt holders provided...

Page 33: ...el 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...

Page 34: ...t 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 specifi...

Page 35: ...o 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...

Page 36: ...ant 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 ma...

Page 37: ...le 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 thr...

Page 38: ...ates 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 insp...

Page 39: ...t 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 d...

Page 40: ...ladjusted 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...

Page 41: ...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 an...

Page 42: ...le 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...

Page 43: ...actice 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...

Page 44: ...tarter 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...

Page 45: ...l 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 10...

Page 46: ...ed 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...

Page 47: ...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...

Page 48: ...ur 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...

Page 49: ...s 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...

Page 50: ...rheating 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 o...

Page 51: ...rking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the left For RX10R RX10RTR RXW10 1 To select the desired operating position pull the shift lever out slide it to FWD or to REV until it stops and then...

Page 52: ...r slowly to move the snowmo bile 4 Turn the handlebar in the desired direction 5 Squeeze the brake lever to stop the snowmobile 6 Apply the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the left...

Page 53: ...igned for your snowmobile is best This will help keep foreign objects out of the cooling vents in the shroud and also help protect the snowmobile against damage from debris on the road If transporting...

Page 54: ...ONTROL 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...

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 15 8 16 Air bleed the cooling system if necessary 8 14 Throttle lever han...

Page 56: ...djust 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 t...

Page 57: ...fied grease 8 30 Suspension component Lubricate with specified grease 8 30 Parking brake cable end and lever end throttle cable end Lubricate with specified grease 8 30 Check cable damage Replace if n...

Page 58: ...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 install...

Page 59: ...n 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 th...

Page 60: ...rk 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...

Page 61: ...er 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 Whe...

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 headli...

Page 63: ...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 mak...

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...

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 leve...

Page 66: ...vel 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 immed...

Page 67: ...uid 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 counterclo...

Page 68: ...em 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...

Page 69: ...ssembly 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 remov...

Page 70: ...r 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 meas...

Page 71: ...y 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...

Page 72: ...th 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 s...

Page 73: ...cking 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...

Page 74: ...l 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 sig...

Page 75: ...der comfort 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 ESU04821...

Page 76: ...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 othe...

Page 77: ...sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjust ment This shock absorber contains highly pressurized nitrogen gas It could explode by improper handling causing injury or property damage Do not tamper wi...

Page 78: ...emote adjustment dial at a marked position around the dial where there is a click WARNING This shock absorber contains highly pressurized nitrogen gas It could explode by improper handling causing inj...

Page 79: ...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 sp...

Page 80: ...place 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...

Page 81: ...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...

Page 82: ...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...

Page 83: ...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...

Page 84: ...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...

Page 85: ...s 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 c...

Page 86: ...es 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 t...

Page 87: ...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 snowmob...

Page 88: ...o 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 Yamah...

Page 89: ...o 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...

Page 90: ...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...

Page 91: ...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 i...

Page 92: ...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 cra...

Page 93: ...i 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 c...

Page 94: ...RX10R RXW10 Dry weight 259 kg 571 lb RX10RT 262 kg 578 lb RX10R RX10RTR 269 kg 593 lb RXW10 Ski stance 1 086 mm 42 7 in RX10RT RX10R RX10RTR RXW10 Type Liquid cooled 4 stroke 20 valves Cylinder arrang...

Page 95: ...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 RX10RT RX10R RX10RTR 38 23 1 65...

Page 96: ...park 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 Bul...

Page 97: ...B O B B Br G R W G Y Br B R R R B B BLACK L W R W R W L W B Lg Y R G R L Y G Y B Y L W R W R W O W O L Lg W Lg B G W Br W B L G B L B O B G W Br 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...

Page 98: ...t c High beam indicator light d Low coolant temperature indicator light e Warning light f Headlight relay g Headlight h Headlight beam switch i Radiator fan relay j Radiator fan motor k Auxiliary DC j...

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