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Lubrication
Chain Case
Checking Lubricant Level
NOTE: The snowmobile must be
on a level surface for this proce-
dure.
1. Check the lubricant level in the
chain case by using the sight glass.
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NOTE: The correct level is when
the lubricant is at least halfway up
in the sight glass.
NOTE: Adding lubricant can be
done by the snowmobile owner if
qualified to do so. If the owner
does not feel qualified, take the
snowmobile to an authorized
Yamaha Snowmobile dealer for this
service. This service is at the dis-
cretion and expense of the snow-
mobile owner
.
2. If the lubricant level is low, remove
the three screws securing the shift
actuator to the chain case, discon-
nect the actuator wiring harness, and
remove the actuator w/extension,
detent, and spring; then add appro-
priate amount of Synthetic Chain
Lube through the shift actuator
opening. When the lubricant is half-
way up the sight glass, install the
shift actuator w/extension, detent,
and spring and connect the actuator
wiring harness. Tighten screws to
0.4 kg-m (36 in.-lb).
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3. Start the engine and verify proper
reverse and forward operation by shift-
ing in and out of reverse three times.
NOTE: If excessive build-up of
moisture or discolored oil is
detected in the chain case, it may
be necessary to replace the lube.
Replacing Lubricant
NOTE: Replacing the lubricant
can be done by the snowmobile
owner if qualified to do so. If the
owner does not feel qualified, take
the snowmobile to an authorized
Yamaha Snowmobile dealer for this
service. This service is at the dis-
cretion and expense of the snow-
mobile owner
.
NOTE: The side panels, hood,
and exhaust resonator must be
removed for this procedure.
1. Place a drain pan under the chain
case; then loosen the eleven screws
securing the chain case cover/oil tank
assembly to the chain case housing
starting with the bottom screws first.
NOTE: It is critical that the snow-
mobile is on a level surface to
ensure the lubricant drains prop-
erly and completely.
NOTE: Inspect the chain case
cover seal for nicks or damage.
Full Level
CAUTION
When installing the shift actuator,
rotate the actuator back and forth
to properly align it with the exten-
sion gear. Failure to do so could
cause component damage.
Wire Harness
Detent Block
Spring
Shift Actuator
Extension
Screw
(Qty 3)
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