Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrication will keep your snowmobile in the safest and
most efficient condition possible. Safety is an obligation of the vehicle owner/operator. The
most important points of vehicle inspection, adjustment, and lubrication are explained on the
following pages.
WARNING
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Failure to properly maintain the snowmobile or performing maintenance activities incor-
rectly may increase your risk of injury or death during service or while using the snow-
mobile. If you are not familiar with snowmobile service, have a Yamaha dealer perform
service.
WARNING
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Turn off the engine when performing maintenance unless otherwise specified.
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A running engine has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing, and elec-
trical parts that can cause shocks or fires.
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Running the engine while servicing can lead to eye injury, burns, fire, or carbon mon-
oxide poisoning–possibly leading to death. See page 16 for more information about
carbon monoxide.
WARNING
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Brake discs, calipers, and linings can become very hot during use. To avoid possible
burns, let brake components cool before touching them.
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