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Periodic maintenance and adjustment

If the deflection is incorrect, adjust the
drive track.

Adjusting the drive track alignment and de-
flection
1.

Loosen the rear axle nut.

Lift the rear of the snowmobile onto a
suitable stand to raise the drive track off
the ground.

Start the engine and rotate the drive
track one or two turns. Stop the engine.

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

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 adjusting nut

1. Forward
2. Gap
3. Slide runner
4. Drive track
5. Slide metal

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Page 1: ...DIC183 OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle PZ5NXJ PZ5NTJ 8GK 28199 7A LIT 12628 03 42 Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 2: ...alifornie pour provoquer des cancers des malformations congénitales et des troubles de la reproduction Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U8GK7AE0 book Page 1 Thursday June 1 2017 1 57 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 3: ...ng 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 operating features Regular inspections and careful main...

Page 4: ...ow 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 U8GK7AE0 book Page 1 Thursday J...

Page 5: ...switch PZ5NT 21 Backrest PZ5NT 22 Storage pouch 22 Rear carrier PZ5NT 23 Tow hitch PZ5NT 23 Fuel 24 Suspension 25 Pre operation checks 30 Pre operation check list 30 Operation 32 Starting the engine 32 Break in 33 Riding your snowmobile 33 Maximizing drive track life 37 Driving 38 Stopping the engine 39 Transporting 39 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 40 Periodic maintenance chart for the emiss...

Page 6: ...nd fasteners 70 Battery 70 Replacing a fuse 71 Troubleshooting 73 Storage 76 Specifications 78 Consumer information 80 Identification numbers 80 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 81 YAMAHA SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY 2015 and Later Models 82 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S FOR U S A CUSTOMERS 85 YAMAHA PROTECTION PLUS YPP FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS 86 Index 87 U8GK7AE0 book Page 2 Thursday June...

Page 7: ... 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 12 16 18 13 14 15 15 7 11 1 2 4 5 15 10 9 17 8 6 3 U8GK7AE0 book Page 1 Thursday June 1 2017 1 57 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 8: ...Location of the important labels 2 1 PZ5NX 1 PZ5NT 2 PZ5NX 3 PZ5NX U8GK7AE0 book Page 2 Thursday June 1 2017 1 57 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 9: ...SE OIL Q TY 2 CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE 3 TRACK TENSION FOR MORE INFO SEE 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 PRÉAL...

Page 10: ... LOAD LIMIT CHARGE LIMITE 8FM 24897 01 88C 77769 00 C M V S S CANADA N S V A C T RANSPOR T 506 8KM 82377 00 CAN ICES 2 NMB 2 10 11 PZ5NX 12 PZ5NT 13 14 U8GK7AE0 book Page 4 Thursday June 1 2017 1 57 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 11: ...wn back with great force which could cause severe leg or other injuries or death Ne JAMAIS se tenir à proximité ou à l arrière d une chenille en mouvement Des débris ou une chenille cassée pourraient être projetés violemment et entraîner des blessures sévères aux jambes ou autre voire la mort 8JT 77765 E0 WARNING AVERTISSEMENT 15 16 PZ5NT 17 PZ5NX 18 PZ5NT U8GK7AE0 book Page 5 Thursday June 1 2017...

Page 12: ...fe operating condition Failure to in spect or maintain the vehicle properly in creases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 30 for a list of pre operation checks Apply the parking brake before starting the engine Never drive the snowmobile with the parking brake applied This may over heat the brake disc and reduce braking ability While using your snowmobile This snowmobile w...

Page 13: ...h as windows and doors Genuine Yamaha Accessories Choosing accessories for your snowmobile is an important decision Genuine Yamaha Ac cessories which are available only from a Yamaha dealer have been designed tested and approved by Yamaha for use on your snowmobile Many companies with no con nection to Yamaha manufacture parts and accessories or offer other modifications for Yamaha vehicles Yamaha...

Page 14: ...mation 8 clothes dryers and the like Allow the en gine to cool off before storing the snowmo bile in an enclosed space U8GK7AE0 book Page 8 Thursday June 1 2017 1 57 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 15: ...er cap 5 Battery 6 Main fuse 7 Fuse box 8 Coolant reservoir 9 V belt holder PZ5NT 10 Passenger grip warmer switch PZ5NT 11 Backrest PZ5NT 12 Rear carrier PZ5NT 13 Tail brake light 14 Tow hitch PZ5NT 15 Slide rail suspension 16 Drive track 17 Idle adjusting screw U8GK7AE0 book Page 9 Thursday June 1 2017 1 57 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 16: ...d to change without notice PZ5NX PZ5NT 1 Brake lever 2 Parking brake lever 3 Grip thumb warmer adjusting switch 4 Headlight beam switch 5 Multi function meter unit 6 Engine stop switch 7 Throttle lever 8 Shroud latch PZ5NT 9 Main switch 10 Auxiliary DC jack PZ5NT U8GK7AE0 book Page 10 Thursday June 1 2017 1 57 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 17: ...ng loaded the snowmobile will decelerate and the engine will return to idle when it is released ESU10348 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 cause loss of control o...

Page 18: ...r light the drive indicator light the reverse indicator light and all segments of the meter display come on and go off The grip warmer level is initially displayed for 5 seconds then the display switches to the fuel meter Idling Riding Malfunc tion Throttle lever Released Squeezed Released Throttle valve Closed Open Open T O R S Engine runs properly Engine runs properly T O R S will be activated 1...

Page 19: ...r mode ODO and then push the SELECT button for at least 10 seconds while the snowmobile is stopped Use the engine speed meter only when checking the snowmobile and performing basic maintenance The engine speed me ter should not be used while riding the snowmobile since the reading will vary from the actual engine speed ESU10412 High beam indicator light The high beam indicator light comes on when ...

Page 20: ...ne speed to 6000 r min or less As soon as possible stop the engine let it cool sufficiently and then drain the fuel and refuel with the recommended fuel If the knock control system indicator light is flashing have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile as soon as pos sible TIP To help prevent knocking use premium un leaded gasoline only See page 24 for more details ESU10494 Drive indicator light and...

Page 21: ... soon as pos sible TIP The snowmobile must be stopped on a level surface to obtain an accurate fuel meter reading since the reading changes accord ing to the movement and inclination of the snowmobile Grip thumb warmer level indicator When the grip warmer side of the grip thumb warmer adjusting switch is pressed the grip warmer indicator comes on and the display switches to the grip warmer level W...

Page 22: ...ove problems If the fuel level warning indicator the warning light and all segments of the fuel meter flash have a Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmo bile as soon as possible ESU13992 Oil level pressure warning indicator The oil level pressure warning indicator has two functions The warning indicator comes on when the engine oil level is low and when the engine oil pressure is low The functions are ...

Page 23: ...tor 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 occurs stop the engine immediately and allow t...

Page 24: ...ged 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 32 for engine starting procedures During the first few rides practice using the stop switch so that you can react quickly in an emergency ESU10662 Headlight beam switch...

Page 25: ...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 from the jack and to close the auxiliary DC jack cap NOTIC...

Page 26: ...e engine apply the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the left To release the parking brake move the park ing brake lever to the right ESU14212 Drive guard WARNING EWS00403 Coming in contact with the rotating V belt or clutch parts can cause severe in jury or death Never run the engine with the drive guard removed Make sure that the drive guard is in stalled securely before operati...

Page 27: ...ts in the rear of the drive guard onto the projections on the drive guard rear holder 2 Align the slots in the top of the drive guard with the projections on the drive guard upper holder and then insert the drive guard locking pin into the holder ESU10771 V belt holder PZ5NT Keep a spare V belt for emergency use by placing it into the V belt holder provided NOTICE ECS00191 Make sure that the V bel...

Page 28: ...994 Storage pouch The storage pouch is located behind the front bumper Use the storage pouch to store the tool kit spare parts such as the V belt PZ5NX or other small items To remove the storage pouch Unfasten the storage pouch upper and lower buckles and then pull the storage pouch off as shown 1 Passenger grip warmer switch 2 Off 3 HI high 4 LO low 1 Backrest bolt Backrest bolt tightening torque...

Page 29: ...ch TIP When storing a spare V belt in the storage pouch be sure to secure it with the hook and loop fastener ESU10841 Rear carrier PZ5NT The rear carrier is located at the rear of the snowmobile WARNING EWS00141 Do not use the rear carrier to lift the snow mobile The snowmobile could fall which could result in severe injury or death ESU10853 Tow hitch PZ5NT NOTICE ECS00242 To prevent premature wea...

Page 30: ...ry 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 Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately 4 Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed se curely by turning it clockwise WARNING EWS00681 Gasoline is poisonous and can cause inju ry or death ...

Page 31: ... Suspension The suspension 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...

Page 32: ...t against the adjusting nut and then tighten the locknut to the speci fied torque ECS00861 ESU13139 Adjusting the spring preload of the center shock absorber and the rear torsion springs The spring preload can be adjusted by turn ing the adjusting nut on the center shock ab sorber and the adjusters on the rear torsion springs Adjust the spring preload as follows Center shock absorber 1 Loosen the ...

Page 33: ...direction b ESU13095 Adjusting the 2 up adjusting blocks PZ5NT WARNING EWS00761 Make sure that the 2 up adjusting blocks are installed in the same position on both sides of the snowmobile otherwise poor handling and loss of stability may result The spring force can be adjusted by chang ing the position of the 2 up adjusting blocks 1 Spring preload adjusting nut 2 Distance A 3 Locknut Spring preloa...

Page 34: ...ht 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 transfer turn it in direction b WARNING Never adjust...

Page 35: ...ut in place NOTICE Always tighten the locknut against the adjust ing nut and then tighten the locknut to the specified torque ECS00861 1 Locknut 2 Control rod adjusting nut 3 Standard position 4 Adjustable range 5 Red paint area Locknut tightening torque 25 N m 2 5 kgf m 18 lb ft 1 5 2 3 4 U8GK7AE0 book Page 29 Thursday June 1 2017 1 57 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 36: ... vehicle for oil leakage 52 Coolant Check coolant level Add if necessary 56 V belt Check for wear and damage Replace if necessary 57 Drive guard Make sure the drive guard is installed securely Check the drive guard mounts for damage 20 Brake Check operation If soft or spongy have Yamaha dealer bleed hy draulic system Check brake pads for wear Replace if necessary Check fluid level in master cylind...

Page 37: ...r excessive free play 64 Lights signals and switch es Check operation Correct if necessary 18 18 68 69 Throttle lever Make sure that operation is smooth and spring back to its original position when released 11 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 50 ITEM CHECKS PAGE U8GK7AE0 book Page 31 Thur...

Page 38: ...amaha 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 the parking brake 2 Be...

Page 39: ...nd 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 ESU11334 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 higher speeds or more...

Page 40: ...ngine Once the engine has warmed up you are ready to be gin riding your 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...

Page 41: ... uphill side at all times On 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 co...

Page 42: ...n 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 on ice or icy surface...

Page 43: ...drive track will tend to stretch quickly as the track settles Be sure to correct the track tension and align ment frequently See page 64 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 the rapid wear of bo...

Page 44: ... enough before riding 1 While the engine is idling select the de sired operating position by pressing the drive select switch Make sure that the drive indicator light or the reverse indica tor light flashes and then remains on Once the indicator light for the selected position remains on the snowmobile can be driven NOTICE Do not shift from drive to reverse or from reverse to drive while the snowm...

Page 45: ...tect 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 in areas where road s...

Page 46: ...jury burns fire or carbon mon oxide poisoning possibly leading to death See page 6 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 any repair establishment...

Page 47: ...ndition Adjust gap and clean Replace if necessary 48 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clear ance when engine is cold Every 40000 km 25000 mi 52 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 Idle speed Check and adjust idle speed 49 Fuel injection Adjust synchronization Exhaust syste...

Page 48: ...mp 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 59 Drive chain oil Check oil level 59 Change 59 Brake and parking brake Adjust free play and or replace pads if necessary 61 Change brake fluid See TIP following this chart 61 Control cables Make ...

Page 49: ...assemblies for looseness Lubricate with specified grease Suspension compo nent Lubricate with specified grease Check ball joints for wear and damage Replace if necessary 68 Drive track Check the deflection Adjust if necessary Initial at 500 km 300 mi and every 800 km 500 mi thereafter 64 Fittings and fasten ers Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tight ened Tighten if necessary 7...

Page 50: ...dealer to check the torque settings and adjust them if necessary ESU14231 Recommended equipment It is good practice to carry the spare parts and other necessary equipment with you while riding the snowmobile so that minor re pairs can be done if necessary The following should be carried at all times Flashlight Roll of plastic tape Steel wire Tow rope V belt Light bulbs When you start out for a lon...

Page 51: ...downward and then hook the latch onto the holder on the front of the snowmobile Shroud and air filter case cover PZ5NT To open the shroud and remove the air filter case cover 1 Unhook the shroud latches and then slowly raise the shroud forward until it stops 2 Loosen the fasteners lift up the air filter case cover slightly and then unhook the cover from the air filter case to remove it 1 Air filte...

Page 52: ...ace the left side cover in the original posi tion and then tighten the fasteners Right side cover To remove the right side cover Loosen the quick fastener screws and then remove the right side cover To install the right side cover Place the right side cover in the original posi tion and then tighten the quick fastener screws Top cover PZ5NX To remove the top cover Pull up on the rear of the top co...

Page 53: ...bolt B to their specified torques 2 Install the top cover Left and right upper covers PZ5NT To remove an upper cover 1 Open the shroud See the above proce dure 2 Loosen the fasteners and then remove the upper cover To install an upper cover 1 Insert the projections on the upper cover into the slots fit the holders on the cover onto the grommets and then tighten the fasteners 1 Top cover 1 Right up...

Page 54: ...ourself 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 plug to slowly break down and erode Consult a Yamaha dealer before changing to a different type of spark plug WARNING EWS00711 Be sure to use the specified spark plug and spark plug cap Otherwise the T O...

Page 55: ...the engine speed meter mode See page 12 for details 4 Remove the rubber cap 5 Insert a Phillips screwdriver into the hole and then turn the idle adjusting screw in or out to adjust the engine idling speed 6 Install the rubber cap ESU13664 Adjusting the throttle lever free play PZ5NX 1 Slide the rubber cover back 2 Loosen the locknut 3 To increase the throttle lever free play turn the adjusting nut...

Page 56: ...s ap plied Do not rev the engine to the point that the clutch engages Check the T O R S for proper operation 1 Start the engine TIP Refer to the Starting the engine section on page 32 2 Hold the pivot point of the throttle lever away from the throttle switch by putting your thumb above and forefinger be low between the throttle lever pivot and the engine stop switch housing While holding the pivot...

Page 57: ...ions 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the front cover PZ5NX or open the shroud PZ5NT and then remove the air filter case cover See page 44 for the procedures 3 Unhook the air filter element frame fas teners 4 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 and brush...

Page 58: ...000 ft Consult a Yamaha dealer ECS00432 ESU11951 Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use result ing in improper air fuel mixture and or engine noise To prevent this from occurring the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart ESU1198A Engine oil and oil filter cartridge The engine oil level should be checked before...

Page 59: ...therwise the cable could twist and break ECS00453 5 Remove the oil filler cap wipe the dip stick clean insert it back into the oil filler hole without screwing it in and then re move it again to check the oil level TIP The engine oil should be between the H and L level marks on the dipstick 6 If the engine oil is below the L level mark add sufficient oil of the recom mended type to raise it to the...

Page 60: ...e warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 3 Remove the right side cover PZ5NX or open the shroud and remove the right upper cover and the right side cover PZ5NT See page 44 for the proce dures 4 Remove the bottom panel by removing the bolts 5 Remove the right lower cover by remov ing the bolts 6 Place an oil pan under the oil tank to col lect the used oil 7 Disconnect the oil level gau...

Page 61: ...k ECS00463 15 Check the O ring for damage and re place it if necessary 16 Install and tighten the oil filler cap 17 Start the engine and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage If oil is leaking immediately turn the engine off and make sure that the en gine oil drain bolt the oil tank drain bolt and the oil filler cap are installed correct ly 18 Turn the engine off a...

Page 62: ...the cap while turning coun terclockwise and remove it To check the coolant level 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the top cover PZ5NX or open the shroud PZ5NT and then remove the right upper cover See page 44 for the procedures 3 Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir when the engine is cold If the coolant level is below the COLD LEVEL mark a...

Page 63: ... 4 Start the engine allow it to idle for sever al minutes and then turn it off 5 Check for any coolant leakage If coolant is leaking check for the cause TIP If you find any leaks consult a Yamaha deal er 6 Fill the coolant reservoir with coolant un til it reaches the COLD LEVEL mark 7 Install the right upper cover and then in stall the top cover PZ5NX or close the shroud PZ5NT ESU12086 V belt WARN...

Page 64: ...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 ECS00521 To ensure proper clutch performance as the V belt wears it is necessary to adjust the gap between the secondary fixed sheave and the secondary sli...

Page 65: ...ve guard 11 Install the left side cover PZ5NX or in stall the left side cover and the left upper cover and then close the shroud PZ5NT ESU12127 Drive chain housing To check the drive chain housing oil level 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the right side cover See page 44 for removal procedures 3 Remove the dipstick wipe it off with a clean rag and the...

Page 66: ...chain housing 6 Install the right side cover 7 Release the parking brake 8 Drive the snowmobile for several minutes at more than 20 km h 12 mi h and then repeat steps 1 7 to check the oil level again To adjust the chain tension 1 Remove the right side cover See page 44 for removal procedures 2 Loosen the locknut 3 Turn the chain tension adjusting bolt clockwise until it is finger tight and then lo...

Page 67: ...e for wear or brake fluid leakage See the following sec tion for more details Checking the brake pads Check the brake pads for wear according to the following procedure 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the right side cover See page 44 for removal procedures 3 Check the brake pads for wear If the brake pads reach the wear limit ask a Yamaha dealer to re...

Page 68: ...sc 7 Tighten the parking brake pad adjusting bolt locknut 8 Install the right side cover Checking the brake fluid level Before riding check that the brake fluid is above the lower level Check the brake fluid level with the top of the reservoir level Re plenish the brake fluid if necessary 1 Parking brake pad adjusting bolt locknut 2 Parking brake pad adjusting bolt 3 Parking brake cable locknut 4 ...

Page 69: ...lly 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 Yamaha dealer check the cause before further riding Changing the brake fluid WARNING EWS00472 Make sure that the brake fluid and the fol lowing parts are replaced by a Yam...

Page 70: ...lightly to the right and left If excessive free play is felt consult a Yamaha dealer ESU12179 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 running 1 Ski wear limit fro...

Page 71: ...k 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 the drive track off the...

Page 72: ...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 adjusting nut 1 Forward 2 Gap...

Page 73: ... runners ESU12183 High profile pattern drive track PZ5NX This snowmobile is originally equipped with a high profile pattern drive track with a lug height of 38 mm 1 5 in or more specifically for use in deep snow riding conditions Therefore avoid prolonged operation on hard surfaces such as ice hard packed snow dirt etc to extend the life of the track and slide runners 1 Forward 2 Gap 3 Slide runne...

Page 74: ...ould 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 PZ5NX PZ5NT ESU12243 Replacing a headlight bulb 1 Remove the top cover PZ5NX or open the shroud PZ5NT See page 44 for re moval procedures 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler 3 Remove the bulb holder cover Lubricants Brake lever Silicone grea...

Page 75: ...coupler 7 Install the top cover PZ5NX or close the shroud PZ5NT ESU12281 Adjusting the headlight beams Turn the headlight beam adjusting screws in or out to adjust the headlight beams The headlight beams move as follows depending on the turning direction of the headlight beam adjusting screws Direction a Down and to the left Direction b Up and to the right Direction c Down and to the right Directi...

Page 76: ...en charging or using in an enclosed space Always shield your eyes when working near batteries KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN Charge or have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged Keep in mind that the bat tery tends to discharge more quickly if the snowmobile is equipped with electrical ac cessories WARNING EWS00611 Never smoke around the battery w...

Page 77: ...ve the right side cover See page 44 for removal procedures 2 Disconnect the negative battery lead by removing the bolt 3 Replace the blown fuse with one of the proper amperage 1 Negative battery lead 2 Bolt 1 2 1 Main fuse 2 Spare fuse 3 Fuel injection system fuse 1 HEAD headlight fuse 2 SIG signaling system fuse 3 DC TERM auxiliary DC jack fuse 4 IGN ignition fuse 5 FAN radiator fan fuse 6 GEAR e...

Page 78: ...ect the snowmobile Specified fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Signaling system fuse 7 5 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse 3 0 A Ignition fuse 20 0 A Radiator fan fuse 15 0 A Electric shift reverse system fuse 4 0 A Spare fuses 20 0 A 15 0 A 10 0 A 7 5 A 4 0 A 3 0 A U8GK7AE0 book Page 72 Thursday June 1 2017 1 57 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 79: ...s T O R S 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 a...

Page 80: ...s Make sure that all connections are secure and correct before attempting to start the engine Any wrong connection could damage the electrical system ECS00672 7 Start the engine 8 Disconnect the black jumper cable from the negative terminal of the dis charged battery 9 Disconnect the black jumper cable from the negative terminal of the bat tery used to jump start the engine 10 Disconnect the red j...

Page 81: ...ve chain Ask a Yamaha dealer to check V belt twists Improper V belt Replace with correct 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 upshi...

Page 82: ...ld to make sure that it does not leave any marks If the windshield is scratched use a quality plastic polishing com pound after washing Lubrication Lubricate moving parts suspension linkage and pivot points Use the grease or lubricant specified in the MAINTENANCE section or Yamaha Lube Zall general purpose lubri cant Proper lubrication fights corrosion while it reduces friction Fuel system Add Yam...

Page 83: ...ect sunlight Put a fabric cover over the snowmobile preferably one that is designed for it Do not use a plastic or vinyl cover condensation could be trapped un derneath which could increase the chances of rusting Returning to service after storage When returning your snowmobile to service install the V belt and battery and adjust the drive track Remove the spark plugs and clean or replace them if ...

Page 84: ...pe Internal drive type Width 356 mm 14 0 in PZ5NX 406 mm 16 0 in PZ5NT Deflection 30 0 35 0 mm 1 18 1 38 in Length on ground 1084 mm 42 7 in PZ5NX 985 mm 38 8 in PZ5NT Rear suspension Type Slide rail suspension Track sprocket wheel Material Polyethylene Number of teeth 8 PZ5NX 9 PZ5NT Transmission Clutch type Automatic centrifugal engagement Overall reduction ratio 8 20 2 05 1 PZ5NX 9 50 2 38 1 PZ...

Page 85: ...r left hand operated Throttle Operation Handle lever right hand operated Electrical system Ignition system TCI Spark plug Manufacturer NGK Model CR9EKB Gap 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in Battery Model YTX14 BS Voltage capacity 12 V 12 0 Ah Ten hour rate amperage 1 2 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 ...

Page 86: ...e place in case the snowmobile is sto len Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is the sev enteen digit number stamped on the frame of the snowmobile Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on the engine in the location as shown Key identification number The key identification number is stamped in the location as shown 1 Engine serial number U8GK7AE0 book...

Page 87: ... la bel is affixed at the location in the illustration This label shows specifications related to ex haust emissions as required by federal law state law and Environment Canada 1 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 1 U8GK7AE0 book Page 81 Thursday June 1 2017 1 57 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 88: ...escribed in the Owner s Manual 7 Accident or collision damage 8 Modification to original parts 9 Damage due to improper transportation SPECIFIC EXCLUSIONS from this warranty shall include parts replaced due to normal wear or routine maintenance including oil spark plugs clutch drive belts slide runners and tracks THE CUSTOMER S RESPONSIBILITY under this warranty shall be to 1 Operate and maintain ...

Page 89: ...ailure may not be covered under warranty Q Under what conditions is the clutch not covered by warranty A Clutches as well as clutch components wear with use Normal wear is not covered under warranty such service is the customer s responsibility Abnormal wear is however covered for one 1 year from the date of purchase Your Yamaha snowmobile dealer possesses criteria as to what constitutes abnormal ...

Page 90: ... 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 FOR U S A CUSTOMERS YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT P O Box 6555 Cypress California 90630 FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS YAMAHA MOTOR CANADA LTD CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT 480 GORDON BAKER RD Toronto Ontario M2H 3B4 CHANGE OF ADD...

Page 91: ...ses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service replacement vehicle rental emergency towing phone calls even food and lodging when you are away from home This superb coverage goes into effect when you purchase Y E S so it applies to any warranty repairs as well as covered repairs during your entire Y E S plan period Y E S coverage is honored at any authorized Yamaha dealer nationwide Y E S...

Page 92: ...your repair expense is a few dollars or a few thousand Under the Yamaha Protection Plus program Yamaha picks up the entire cost of parts and labour to repair every applicable mechanical defect Yamaha s computerized warranty system is updated as soon as you buy coverage so Yamaha Protection Plus takes over automatically and immediately when your factory warranty expires You can even get Yamaha Prot...

Page 93: ...8 Headlight beams adjusting 69 Headlight bulb replacing 68 High beam indicator light 13 High altitude settings 52 I Identification numbers 80 K Knock control system indicator light 14 L Location of the important labels 1 Low coolant temperature indicator light 13 Lubrication 68 M Main switch 11 Multi function meter unit 12 O Oil level pressure warning indicator 16 P Parking brake lever 20 Part loc...

Page 94: ...Z5NT 23 Transporting 39 Troubleshooting 73 Two up 2 up adjusting blocks adjusting PZ5NT 27 V Valve clearance 52 V belt 57 V belt holder PZ5NT 21 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 81 W Warranty extended 85 Warranty limited 82 Warranty protection plus 86 U8GK7AE0 book Page 88 Thursday June 1 2017 1 57 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 95: ...he box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha engineering teams that know your Yamaha from the inside out GenuineYamaha Service Manuals Get the same factory manual for your vehicle that the technicians at your authorized Yamaha dealer use Service manuals are available thro...

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