Contents
Location of the important labels ..... 1
Safety information ............................ 3
Description ........................................ 5
Control functions .............................. 8
system ......................................... 8
(T.O.R.S.) .................................... 8
Speedometer unit ........................... 9
High beam indicator light .............. 11
Low coolant temperature
indicator light ............................. 12
warmer level indicator ............... 12
Fuel level warning indicator .......... 13
Oil level warning indicator ............ 14
Coolant temperature warning
indicator ..................................... 14
Self-diagnosis device ................... 14
Engine stop switch ....................... 15
Headlight beam switch
“LIGHTS” ................................... 15
switch ........................................ 15
Auxiliary DC jack .......................... 16
Brake lever ................................... 16
Parking brake lever ...................... 17
Shift lever ..................................... 17
Rear shock absorber damping
force remote adjustment dial
(RX10R / RX10LT) .................... 18
Shroud and covers ....................... 18
Drive guard ................................... 18
V-belt holders ............................... 19
Storage compartment ................... 19
Rear carrier (RX10MT) ................. 19
Fuel .............................................. 20
Suspension .................................. 21
Pre-operation checks ..................... 29
Pre-operation check list ............... 29
Operation ......................................... 31
Starting the engine ....................... 31
Break-in ........................................ 32
Riding your snowmobile ............... 32
Maximizing drive track life ............ 36
Strap (RX10MT) ........................... 36
Driving .......................................... 37
Stopping the engine ..................... 38
Transporting ................................. 38
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment....................................... 39
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system ..... 39
lubrication chart ........................ 41
Tool kit ......................................... 43
Removing and installing the
shroud and covers .................... 43
Checking the spark plugs ............. 45
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 46
Adjusting the throttle cable free
play ........................................... 46
Checking the throttle override
system (T.O.R.S.) ..................... 48
Checking the air filter ................... 48
High-altitude settings ................... 50
Valve clearance ........................... 50
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 50
Cooling system ............................ 54
V-belt ............................................ 55
Drive chain housing ..................... 58
Brake and parking brake .............. 60
Skis and ski runners ..................... 62
Steering system ........................... 62
Drive track and slide runners ....... 63
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