Yamaha Venture Lite PZ50RTB Owner'S Manual Download

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OWNER’S MANUAL

8GK-28199-15

LIT-12628-02-98

ESU10012

Read this manual carefully

before operating this vehicle.

PZ50RTB

PZ50GTB

PZ50MTB

PZ50VTB

DIC183

Summary of Contents for Venture Lite PZ50RTB

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL 8GK 28199 15 LIT 12628 02 98 ESU10012 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle PZ50RTB PZ50GTB PZ50MTB PZ50VTB DIC183 ...

Page 2: ...ESU10041 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold U8GK15E0 book Page 1 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 3: ...ime of printing 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 EWS00670 Please read this manual carefully before operating this snowmobile Do not attempt to operate this snowmobile until you have attained adequate knowledge of its con trols and operating features Regular inspections and...

Page 4: ...ty messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death WARNING EWS00021 A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa tion which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury NOTICE ECS00011 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 U8GK15E0 b...

Page 5: ...r grip warmer switch PZ50VT 21 Backrest PZ50VT 22 Storage pouch 22 Rear carrier PZ50VT 23 Tow hitch bracket PZ50VT 23 Fuel 24 Suspension 25 Pre operation checks 34 Pre operation check list 34 Operation 36 Starting the engine 36 Break in 37 Riding your snowmobile 37 Maximizing drive track life 41 Strap PZ50MT 42 Driving 42 Stopping the engine 43 Transporting 43 Periodic maintenance and adjustment 4...

Page 6: ...eplacing a headlight bulb 73 Adjusting the headlight beams 74 Fittings and fasteners 75 Battery 75 Replacing a fuse 76 Troubleshooting 78 Storage 81 Specifications 83 Consumer information 85 Identification number records 85 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 86 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY 87 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 90 U8GK15E0 book Page 2 Thursday April...

Page 7: ...rtant information for safe and proper operation of your vehicle Never remove any labels from your vehicle If a label becomes difficult to read or comes off a replacement label is available from your Yamaha deal er 14 20 15 16 18 17 9 13 1 2 3 5 6 19 12 11 10 8 7 4 U8GK15E0 book Page 1 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 8: ...Location of the important labels 2 NOTICE ATTENTION 8HA 2815M E0 1 PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT 1 PZ50VT 2 PZ50MT U8GK15E0 book Page 2 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 9: ...FICATIONS ENGINE 1 SPARK PLUG 2 SPARK PLUG GAP 3 IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT MOTEUR 1 TYPE DE BOUGIE 2 ECARTEMENT DES ÉLECTRODES 3 RÉGIME DE RALENTI CR9EKB NGK 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in 1800 100 r min CR9EKB NGK 0 6 0 7 mm 1800 100 r min 8GC 8GC 1417E 01 3 PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT 4 PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT 8 9 10 5 PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT 6 PZ50VT 7 PZ50MT U8GK15E0 book Page 3 Thursday Apr...

Page 10: ...DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE 2 TYPE D HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE 3 FLÈCHE DE LA CHENILLE POUR PLUS DE DÉTAIL VOIR LE MANUEL D ATELIER POUR CE MODÈLE LES CARACTÉRISTIQUE TECHNIQUES SONT SUSCEPTIBLES DE CHANGER SANS NOTIFICATION PRÉALABLE 250 cm 8 5 oz GL 3 75W or 80W 30 35 mm 1 18 1 38 in 100 N 10 kg 22 lb 250 cm GL 3 75W or 80W 8ES 47578 00 30 35 mm 100 N 10 kg TUNE UP SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MI...

Page 11: ...ni ouvrir 8GT F2259 50 C M V S S CANADA N S V A C T RANSPOR T 506 This spark ignition system meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Ce système d allumage par étincelle de véhicule respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada 3JK 82377 10 MAX TOWING FORCE FORCE DE REMORQUAGE MAX 1176 N 120 kgf 264 lbf MAX VERTICAL FORCE F...

Page 12: ...it is in safe operating condition Failure to in spect or maintain the vehicle properly in creases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage See page 34 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 abil ity While using your snowmobile This ...

Page 13: ...rough openings such 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 ac cessories or offer other modifications for Yam...

Page 14: ...Safety information 8 clothes dryers and the like Allow the en gine to cool off before storing the snowmo bile in an enclosed space U8GK15E0 book Page 8 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 15: ... cap 5 Battery 6 Main fuse 7 Fuse box 8 Coolant reservoir 9 V belt holder PZ50VT 10 Strap PZ50MT 11 Passenger grip warmer switch PZ50VT 12 Backrest PZ50VT 13 Rear carrier PZ50VT 14 Tail brake light 15 Tow hitch bracket PZ50VT 16 Slide rail suspension 17 Drive track 18 Idle adjusting screw U8GK15E0 book Page 9 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 16: ...e subjected to change without notice PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT PZ50VT 10 8 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 PZ50VT 9 Main switch 10 Auxiliary DC jack PZ50VT U8GK15E0 book Page 10 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 17: ...he throttle is spring loaded the snowmobile will decelerate and the engine will return to idle when it is released ESU10347 Throttle override system T O R S WARNING EWS00041 If the T O R S is activated make sure that the cause of the malfunction has been cor rected and that the engine can be operated without a problem before restarting the engine Continuing to operate with a mal function could cau...

Page 18: ... remain ing in the fuel tank a grip thumb warmer level indicator which shows the grip warmer or the thumb warm er level When the key is turned to the on position the warning light the low coolant temperature in dicator light the knock control system indica tor 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 ...

Page 19: ...he reading will vary from the actual engine speed ESU10411 High beam indicator light The high beam indicator light comes on when the high beams of the headlights are switched on See page 18 for headlight beam switch operation ESU10473 Low coolant temperature indi cator light The low coolant temperature indicator light comes on when the coolant temperature is low and informs the rider that the snow...

Page 20: ...ck the snowmobile as soon as possi ble TIP To help prevent knocking use premium un leaded gasoline only See page 24 for more details ESU10493 Drive indicator light and re verse indicator light These indicator lights show whether the snowmobile is shifted into drive or reverse The drive indicator light comes on when the transmission is in drive forward The reverse indicator light comes on when the ...

Page 21: ... grip thumb warmer adjusting switch is pressed the grip warmer indicator comes on and the display switches to the grip warmer level When the thumb warmer side of the grip thumb warmer adjusting switch is pressed the thumb warmer indicator comes on and the display switches to the thumb warmer level See Grip thumb warmer adjusting switch on page 19 for detailed information TIP The grip thumb warmer ...

Page 22: ...dicator and the warning light come on when the engine oil level is low If the warning indicator and the warning light come on place the snowmobile on a level surface and allow it to idle for one minute If the warning indicator and the warning light go off the engine oil level is sufficient howev er it is getting low Add engine oil as soon as possible If the warning indicator and the warning light ...

Page 23: ... coolant reservoir See page 61 for checking procedures NOTICE ECS00041 Do not continue to operate the engine if it is overheating ESU12686 Self diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self diagnosis device for various electrical circuits If a problem is detected in any of those cir cuits the warning light and the engine trouble warning indicator flash and an error code flashes slowly in the...

Page 24: ...used to stop the en gine 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 36 for engine starting procedures During the first few rides practice using the stop switch so that you can react quickly in an emergency ESU10661 Headlight beam switch LIGHTS Push the headlight beam switch to change the head...

Page 25: ...ngine 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 NOTICE ECS00122 To avoid circuit overload and a possible fuse blowing do not use accessories re quiring more than t...

Page 26: ...ver run the engine with the drive guard removed Make sure that the drive guard is in stalled securely before operating the snowmobile to protect against severe injury or death from a broken V belt or other part should it come off the snow mobile while it is in operation NOTICE ECS00930 Never run the engine with the V belt re moved Clutch components can be dam aged Be careful not to scratch the win...

Page 27: ...insert the drive guard locking pin into the holder ESU10770 V belt holder PZ50VT Keep a spare V belt for emergency use by placing it into the V belt holder provided NOTICE ECS00190 Make sure that the V belt is installed se curely in the holder ESU10681 Passenger grip warmer switch PZ50VT The passenger grip warmer switch controls the electrically heated passenger grips 1 Drive guard locking pin 2 D...

Page 28: ... storage pouch to store the tool kit spare parts such as the V belt PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT 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 To install the storage pouch 1 Put the storage pouch in the original po sition 2 Fasten the storage pouch upper buckles 3 Pass the storage pouch lower strap be tween ...

Page 29: ...e rear of the snowmobile WARNING EWS00140 Do not use the rear carrier to lift the snow mobile The snowmobile could fall which could result in severe injury or death ESU10863 Tow hitch bracket PZ50VT NOTICE ECS00241 To prevent premature wear of the V belt avoid traveling under 10 km h 6 mi h when towing for long distances or long pe riods of time This snowmobile is equipped with a tow hitch bracket...

Page 30: ... and clothes dry ers 2 Do not overfill the fuel tank Stop filling when the fuel reaches the bottom of the filler tube Because fuel expands when it heats up heat from the engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank 3 Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately 4 Be sure the fuel tank cap is closed se curely by turning it clockwise WARNING EWS00680 Gasoline is poisonous and can cause inj...

Page 31: ... 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 EWS00151 Read and understand the following infor mation before handling shock absorbers that contain highly pressurized nitrogen gas Do not tamper with or attempt to ope...

Page 32: ...TIP The spring preload setting is determined by measuring distance A shown in the illustra tion The longer distance A is the higher the spring preload the shorter distance A is the lower the spring preload 3 Tighten the locknut to the specified torque NOTICE Always tighten the locknut against the adjusting nut and then tighten the locknut to the speci fied torque ECS00860 1 Spring preload adjustin...

Page 33: ...lace the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Lift the front of the snowmobile onto a suitable stand to raise the skis off the ground 3 Remove the air valve cap from the shock absorber 4 Install the hose connector of the shock absorber pump onto the air valve of the shock absorber and tighten it approxi mately six turns until the pressure regis ters on the pump gauge NOTICE ...

Page 34: ...i If the shock absorber is too firm and you want a more compliant ride decrease the air pres sure by 34 kPa 0 3 kgf cm 5 psi ESU10926 Adjusting the damping forces of the front shock absorbers PZ50GT WARNING EWS00740 The damping forces of the left and right shock absorbers must be adjusted to the same settings Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of stability Compression damping force T...

Page 35: ...enter shock absorber and the adjusters on the rear torsion springs Adjust the spring pre load as follows Center shock absorber PZ50GT PZ50MT PZ50VT To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension turn the adjusting ring in direction a To decrease the spring pre load and thereby soften the suspension turn the adjusting ring in direction b 1 Compression damping force adjusting knob ...

Page 36: ...spring preload 3 Tighten the locknut to the specified torque NOTICE Always tighten the locknut against the adjusting nut and then tighten the locknut to the speci fied torque ECS00860 1 Spring preload adjusting ring 1 Spring preload adjusting ring Spring preload setting Minimum soft 1 Standard PZ50GT PZ50VT 1 PZ50MT 3 Maximum hard 5 b a b a 1 Spring preload adjusting nut 2 Distance A 3 Locknut Spr...

Page 37: ...oor handling and loss of stability may result The spring force can be adjusted by changing the position of the 2 up adjusting blocks TIP Be sure to make this adjustment when there is no load rider or cargo on the snowmobile Use the special tools included in the own er s tool kit to make the adjustment 1 Insert the special tools into the 2 up ad justing block as shown 2 Pull the lock pin and turn t...

Page 38: ... ad justing knob at a position where there is a click ECS00910 ESU11034 Adjusting the control rods PZ50VT WARNING EWS00770 The left and right adjusting nuts must be set to the same position Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of sta bility The weight transfer can be adjusted by turn ing the adjusting nuts on the control rods 1 Loosen the locknut while holding the ad justing nut 2 To i...

Page 39: ...ding the ad justing nut in place NOTICE Always tighten the locknut against the adjust ing nut and then tighten the locknut to the specified torque ECS00860 1 Locknut 2 Control rod adjusting nut 3 Standard position 4 Adjustable range 5 Red paint area Locknut tightening torque 25 Nm 2 5 m kgf 18 ft lbf 1 5 2 3 4 U8GK15E0 book Page 33 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 40: ...pecified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 57 Coolant Check coolant level Add if necessary 61 V belt Check for wear and damage Replace if necessary 63 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 le...

Page 41: ...e runners 69 Steering Check for excessive free play 69 Strap PZ50MT Check for damage Replace if necessary 42 Lights signals and switch es Check operation Correct if necessary 18 18 73 74 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 prop...

Page 42: ...t stops again ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snow mobile 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 ESU11303 Starting the engine 1 Apply ...

Page 43: ...oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced If any engine trouble should occur dur ing the engine break in period immedi ately have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile ESU11333 Riding your snowmobile Getting to know your snowmobile WARNING EWS00211 To avoid severe injury or death Keep both hands on the handlebar dur ing operation Never put your feet outside the running boards Avoid ...

Page 44: ... 36 to start the engine 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 o...

Page 45: ... your weight on the 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 y...

Page 46: ...again in the direction you wish to travel If your snowmobile starts to tip steer down the hill to regain balance WARNING If you are unable to maintain correct balance and your snowmobile is going to tip over dismount your snowmobile immediately on the uphill side to avoid being hit or caught under the snowmobile as it tips over EWS00261 Ice or icy surface WARNING EWS00270 When you have to operate ...

Page 47: ...l break in the new drive track will tend to stretch quickly as the track settles Be sure to correct the track tension and align ment frequently See page 69 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 t...

Page 48: ...r cargo or accessories ESU11409 Driving WARNING EWS00300 Be sure to read the SAFETY INFORMA TION section on page 6 and the Riding your snowmobile section on page 37 carefully before operating the snowmo bile WARNING EWS00322 Make sure that the throttle lever is fully released and the snowmobile is at a full stop before shifting Be sure to press the drive select switch only while the engine is idli...

Page 49: ...to stop the snowmobile 6 Apply the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the left ESU11411 Stopping the engine Turn the main switch to the off position to stop the engine Push down the engine stop switch to stop the engine in an emergency ESU11430 Transporting When transporting your snowmobile on a trail er or in a truck observe the following recom mendations to help protect it from d...

Page 50: ...ile in an open trailer or truck in areas where road salt is used coat metal suspension surfaces light ly with oil or another protectant This will help protect against corrosion Be sure to clean the snowmobile when you get to your destination to remove any corrosive salts U8GK15E0 book Page 44 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 51: ...ing can lead to eye injury burns fire or carbon mon oxide poisoning possibly leading to death See page 6 for more information about carbon monoxide WARNING EWS00790 Brake discs calipers and linings can become very hot during use To avoid possible burns let brake components cool before touching them Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by an...

Page 52: ... Spark plugs Check condition Adjust gap and clean Replace if necessary 53 Valve clearance Check and adjust valve clear ance when engine is cold Every 40000 km 25000 mi 57 Crankcase breather 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 54 Fuel injection Adjust synchroni...

Page 53: ...or primary Inspect ramp shoes bushings for wear for secondary Replace if necessary Lubricate with specified grease Drive chain Check chain slack Adjust if necessary Initial at 500 km 300 mi and every 800 km 500 mi thereafter 64 Drive chain oil Check oil level 64 Change 64 Brake and parking brake Adjust free play and or replace pads if necessary 66 Change brake fluid See TIP following this chart 66...

Page 54: ...arings Check bearing assemblies for looseness Lubricate with specified grease Suspension compo nent Lubricate with specified grease Check ball joints for wear and damage Replace if necessary 73 Drive track Check the deflection Adjust if necessary Initial at 500 km 300 mi and every 800 km 500 mi thereafter 69 Fittings and fasten ers Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tight ened T...

Page 55: ...owmobile to a Yamaha dealer to check the torque settings and adjust them if necessary ESU14230 Recommended equipment It is good practice to carry the spare parts and other necessary equipment with you while riding the snowmobile so that minor repairs 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...

Page 56: ...lide the front cover downward and then hook the latch onto the holder on the front of the snowmobile Shroud and air filter case cover PZ50VT 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...

Page 57: ... side cover Place 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 PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT To remove the top cover Pull...

Page 58: ...all and tighten bolts A and bolt B to their specified torques 2 Install the top cover Left and right upper covers PZ50VT 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 fas...

Page 59: ...gnose such problems yourself Instead take the snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer for inspection and possible repairs You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plugs because heat and deposits will cause any spark plug to slowly break down and erode Consult a Yamaha dealer before changing to a different type of spark plug WARNING EWS00710 Be sure to use the specified spark plug and spark plug ...

Page 60: ... up 3 Select 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 ESU13663 Adjusting the throttle lever free play PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT 1 Slide the rubber cover back 2 Loosen the locknut 3 To increase the throttle lever free...

Page 61: ...at the parking brake is 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 36 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 W...

Page 62: ...onditions 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the front cover PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT or open the shroud PZ50VT and then remove the air filter case cover See page 49 for the proce dures 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...

Page 63: ...h altitude of 900 m 3000 ft Consult a Yamaha dealer ECS00431 ESU11950 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 ESU11988 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge The engine oil level sho...

Page 64: ...ble could twist and break ECS00452 5 Remove the oil filler cap wipe the dipstick clean insert it back into the oil filler hole without screwing it in and then remove 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 H level mark See...

Page 65: ...the right side cover PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT or open the shroud and remove the right upper cover and the right side cover PZ50VT See page 49 for the procedures 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 gauge coupler 8 Remove the oil filler cap and then ...

Page 66: ...l and tighten the oil filler cap 16 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 17 Turn the engine off and then connect the oil level gauge coupler 18 Install the right lower cover by ...

Page 67: ...k the coolant level 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the top cover PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT or open the shroud PZ50VT and then remove the right up per cover See page 49 for the proce dures 3 Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir when the engine is cold If the coolant level is below the COLD LEVEL mark add coolant until it reaches the COLD LEVEL ...

Page 68: ...ed coolant until it reaches the COLD LEVEL mark and then install the cap 4 Start the engine allow it to idle for several 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 until it reaches the COLD LEVEL mark 7 Install the right upper cover and then in st...

Page 69: ...install the left side cover and the left upper cover and then close the shroud PZ50VT To replace the V belt WARNING EWS00411 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 ECS00520 To ensure proper clutch perfor...

Page 70: ...stall the drive guard 11 Install the left side cover PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT or install the left side cover and the left upper cover and then close the shroud PZ50VT ESU12126 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 49 for removal procedures 3 Remove the dipstick wipe it ...

Page 71: ...jection on the drive 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 49 for removal procedures 2 Loosen the locknut 3 Turn the chain tension adjusting bolt clockwise until it is fin...

Page 72: ...mance inspect the brake for wear or brake fluid leakage See the following section 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 49 for removal procedures 3 Check the brake pads for wear If the brake pads reach the wear limit ask ...

Page 73: ...pads and the brake disc 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 b...

Page 74: ...plastic parts Always clean up spilled fluid immediately As the brake pads wear it is normal for the brake fluid level to gradually go down A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and or brake system leakage therefore be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage If the brake fluid level goes down suddenly have a Yamaha dealer check the cause before further ...

Page 75: ...y to the right and left If excessive free play is felt consult a Yamaha dealer ESU12176 Drive track and slide runners Drive track WARNING EWS00481 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 When the rear of the snowm...

Page 76: ...ive 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 suit able stand to raise the drive track off the ground 2 Start the engine and rotate the drive track one or two turns Stop the engine 3 Check the drive track alignment wit...

Page 77: ...one or two turns Stop the engine 4 Align the drive track by turning the left and right adjusting nuts Shifted to right 1 Drive track deflection 2 Slide runner Standard drive track deflection 30 0 35 0 mm 1 18 1 38 in 1 Rear axle nut 2 Drive track alignment Shifted to right Shifted to left Left adjusting nut Turn out Turn in Right adjust ing nut Turn in Turn out 1 Left adjusting nut 2 Right adjusti...

Page 78: ...ked snow will rapidly wear the slide runners ESU12181 High profile pattern drive track PZ50MT This snowmobile is originally equipped with a 51 mm 2 0 in high profile pattern drive track specifically for use in deep snow riding condi tions 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 Sl...

Page 79: ...tle cable because it could become frozen which could cause loss of control Apply a dab of grease onto the cable end only TIP For parts equipped with a grease nipple use a grease gun PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT PZ50VT ESU12242 Replacing a headlight bulb 1 Remove the top cover PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT or open the shroud PZ50VT See page 49 for removal pro cedures 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler Lubricants Br...

Page 80: ...ver and then connect the headlight coupler 7 Install the top cover PZ50RT PZ50GT PZ50MT or close the shroud PZ50VT ESU12280 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 ...

Page 81: ...tc away Venti late when charging or using in an en closed 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 battery tends to discharge more quickly if the snow mobile is equipped with electrical accesso ries WARNING EWS00610 Never smok...

Page 82: ...rt cir cuiting 1 Remove the right side cover See page 49 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 radia...

Page 83: ...Yamaha dealer to inspect 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 U8GK15E0 book Page 77 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 84: ...arness con nectors together to bypass 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 EWS00561 3 Compression Insufficient Loose cylinder head nuts Tighten nuts properly Worn or damaged gasket Rep...

Page 85: ...everse the connections Make sure that all connections are secure and correct before attempting to start the engine Any wrong connection could damage the electrical system ECS00671 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...

Page 86: ...t loose or broken drive 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 ...

Page 87: ... part of the windshield 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 lubricant Proper lubrication fights corrosion while it re duces frictio...

Page 88: ...ated place out of direct 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 clea...

Page 89: ...ecommended grade API service SG type or higher JASO standard MA Recommended brand YAMALUBE Type SAE 0W 30 Fuel injection ID mark 8GC3 10 Fuel Type PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Minimum pump octane R M 2 91 Starting system Electric starter Chassis Drive track Material Molded rubber fiberglass rod reinforced Type Internal drive type Width PZ50GT 356 mm 14 0 in PZ50MT 356 mm 14 0 in PZ50RT 356 mm 14...

Page 90: ...S gal 5 87 Imp gal PZ50RT 26 7 L 7 05 US gal 5 87 Imp gal PZ50VT 32 9 L 8 69 US gal 7 24 Imp gal Engine oil quantity With oil filter cartridge replacement 2 6 L 2 78 US qt 2 31 Imp qt Without oil filter cartridge replacement 2 4 L 2 59 US qt 2 16 Imp qt Total amount 3 0 L 3 17 US qt 2 64 Imp qt Brake Type Hydraulic disc type ventilated disc Operation Handle lever left hand operated Throttle Operat...

Page 91: ...in a separate place in case the snowmobile is sto len Frame serial number The frame serial number is the seventeen digit number stamped on the frame of the snowmobile Engine serial number Primary ID The engine serial number is stamped in the location as shown Key identification number The key identification number is stamped in the location as shown 1 Frame serial number 1 Engine serial number 1 K...

Page 92: ...n Control Information 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 U8GK15E0 book Page 86 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 93: ...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 and make the machine av...

Page 94: ...l 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 another part to fail a...

Page 95: ...ll 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 and receipts CHANGE ...

Page 96: ...Consumer information 90 ESU12511 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S U8GK15E0 book Page 90 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 97: ...g 74 Headlight bulb replacing 73 High beam indicator light 13 High altitude settings 57 I Identification numbers 85 K Knock control system indicator light 14 L Location of the important labels 1 Low coolant temperature indicator light 13 Lubrication 73 M Main switch 11 Multi function meter unit 12 O Oil level pressure warning indicator 16 P Parking brake lever 20 Part locations 9 Passenger grip wa...

Page 98: ...king PZ50VT 55 Throttle override system T O R S 11 Throttle override system T O R S checking 55 Tool kit 49 Tow hitch bracket PZ50VT 23 Transporting 43 Troubleshooting 78 Two up 2 up adjusting blocks adjusting PZ50VT 31 V Valve clearance 57 V belt 63 V belt holder PZ50VT 21 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 86 U8GK15E0 book Page 2 Thursday April 21 2011 11 43 AM ...

Page 99: ...enuine Yamaha Accessories will fit right and perform right right out of the 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 technician...

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