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Страница 1: ...DIC183 OWNER S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle RST9NJ RST1NTFJ RST1NTFYJ 8JV 28199 72 LIT 12628 03 44 Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Страница 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 U8JV72E0 book Page 1 Thursday May 18 2017 1 47 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Страница 3: ...here 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 mainte n...

Страница 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 U8JV72E0 book Page 1 Thursday M...

Страница 5: ...C jack 23 Helmet shield heater jack RST1NTF RST1NTFY 24 Brake lever 24 Parking brake lever 25 Shift lever 25 Drive guard 26 V belt holders 27 Passenger grips RST1NTF RST1NTFY 28 Passenger grip warmer switch 28 Passenger footrests 29 Backrest 29 Storage compartment RST1NTF RST1NTFY 30 Storage areas RST9N 31 Tow hitch RST1NTF RST1NTFY and tow hitch bracket RST9N 34 Fuel 34 Suspension 36 Pre operatio...

Страница 6: ... Extrovert drive sprocket RST1NTF 85 Skis and ski runners 86 Steering system 87 Drive track and slide runners 88 Lubrication 91 Replacing a headlight bulb 92 Adjusting the headlight beams 95 Fittings and fasteners 96 Battery 96 Replacing a fuse 97 Troubleshooting 103 Storage 108 Specifications 110 Consumer information 112 Identification numbers 112 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 113 YA...

Страница 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 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 6 5 4 3 2 1 7 RST1NTF RST1NTFY RST9N U8JV72E0 book Page 1 Thursday May 18 2017 1 47 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Страница 8: ...Location of the important labels 2 8 10 8 9 13 15 11 12 9 15 12 13 15 14 15 11 10 RST1NTF RST1NTFY RST9N 14 U8JV72E0 book Page 2 Thursday May 18 2017 1 47 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Страница 9: ...érateur et de la direction Le frein de sécurité doit être appliqué lors du démarrage Ne pas rouler avec le frein de sécurité actionné En cas d urgence utiliser l interrupteur d arrêt du moteur Ne pas laisser tourner le moteur sans la courroie ou sans son garde S assurer que le bouchon du réservoir soit bien refermé après le remplissage Afin d éviter tout risque de collision ne pas rouler sur un ch...

Страница 10: ...AMAIS 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 20kg 44lbs LOAD LIMIT CHARGE LIMITE 8FM 24897 01 10kg 22lbs LOAD LIMIT CHARGE LIMITE 8ET 24897 00 MAX TOWING FORCE FORCE DE REMORQUAGE MAX 1176 N 120 kgf 26...

Страница 11: ...he 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 was not manufactured for use on public streets roads or highways Such use is prohibited by law and you could collide with another vehicle Be careful where you ride There may be obstacles hidden beneath the snow Stay on establis...

Страница 12: ...ies or offer other modifications for Yamaha vehicles Yamaha is not in a position to test the products that these aftermarket companies produce Therefore Yamaha can neither endorse nor recommend the use of accessories not sold by Yamaha or modifica tions not specifically recommended by Yamaha even if sold and installed by a Yamaha dealer Maintenance and storage When laying the snowmobile on its sid...

Страница 13: ...r grip warmer switch 8 Passenger grip 9 Backrest 10 Storage compartment 11 Storage pouch RST1NTF RST1NTFY 12 Tool kit 13 Tail brake light 14 Tow hitch RST1NTF RST1NTFY tow hitch bracket RST9N 15 Slide rail suspension 16 Drive track 17 V belt holder 18 Solo touring storage area RST9N 19 Rear carrier RST9N 20 Throttle stop screw RST9N U8JV72E0 book Page 7 Thursday May 18 2017 1 47 PM Downloaded from...

Страница 14: ...9 12 12 RST1NTF RST1NTFY RST9N 1 Brake lever 2 Parking brake lever 3 Grip warmer adjusting switch 4 Thumb warmer adjusting switch 5 Helmet shield heater jack RST1NTF RST1NTFY 6 Engine stop switch 7 Throttle lever 8 Main switch 9 Shift lever 10 Auxiliary DC jack 11 Headlight beam switch 12 Shroud latch RST9N 13 Starter choke lever RST9N U8JV72E0 book Page 8 Thursday May 18 2017 1 47 PM Downloaded f...

Страница 15: ...he engine is start ed ESU10302 Starter choke lever RST9N Use the starter choke lever when starting and warming up a cold engine TIP Refer to the Starting the engine section on page 44 for proper operation ESU10313 Throttle lever Once the engine is running cleanly squeez ing the throttle lever will increase the engine speed and cause engagement of the drive train Regulate the speed of the snowmobil...

Страница 16: ...e throttle lever is released See page 110 for the clutch engagement speed TIP If the T O R S is activated the warning light and engine trouble warning indicator flash and the two digit code 84 displays RST1NTF RST1NTFY or flashes RST9N in the meter display If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the system as soon as possible RST1NTF RST1NTFY RST9N ESU14853 Multi function meter unit RST1NTF RST1...

Страница 17: ...s Odometer shows the total distance that the vehicle has run Tripmeter A and tripmeter B show the dis tance traveled since they last reset Fuel reserve tripmeter shows the distance traveled since the fuel level warning indicator and warning light came on Pushing the SELECT button switches the display between the odometer mode ODO and the tripmeter modes TRIP A and TRIP B in the following order ODO...

Страница 18: ...veled from that point When this occurs change the en gine oil as soon as possible See page 70 for the oil change procedure TIP The oil change tripmeter will flash only when the snowmobile is stopped To return to the previous display mode push the SELECT button To display the oil change tripmeter again turn the key to the off position then back to the on posi tion After changing the engine oil rese...

Страница 19: ... key to the on position 2 Push the SELECT button and RESET button simultaneously until the hour dig its start flashing 3 Push the RESET button to change the hour setting and then push the SE LECT button The minute digits will start flashing 4 Push the RESET button to change the minute setting and then push the SE LECT button The clock starts when the SELECT button is released TIP The clock must be...

Страница 20: ...hometer needle makes one sweep and the low cool ant temperature indicator light the warning light and all segments of the meter unit dis play come on and go off The grip warmer level is initially displayed for 5 seconds then the display switches to the fuel meter TIP To switch the speedometer odometer and tripmeter displays between kilometers and miles select the odometer mode ODO and then push th...

Страница 21: ...engine response compared to the other modes Touring mode T This mode allows the rider to enjoy smooth drivability from the low speed range to the high speed range Entry mode E This mode offers a reduction of engine power compared to the other modes and is suitable for the entry level rider Push the MODE button to switch between modes WARNING EWS00840 Do not change the D mode while the vehi cle is ...

Страница 22: ...owmobile at low speeds when the low coolant temperature indicator light is on If the engine speed is too high the warning light and engine trou ble warning indicator flash and the two digit code 86 flashes in the error code display When this occurs maximum en gine speed is reduced to protect the en gine ESU10428 Fuel meter and grip thumb warmer level indicator The fuel meter and grip thumb warmer ...

Страница 23: ... 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 adjusting switch is pressed the grip warmer indicator comes on and the display switches to the grip warmer level 1 Fuel meter and grip thumb warmer level in dicator 1 Fuel meter and grip thumb warmer ...

Страница 24: ... RST1NTFY RST9N TIP The grip thumb warmer level is displayed for 5 seconds after releasing the grip thumb warmer adjusting switch then the display switches to the fuel meter 1 Grip warmer indicator 2 Thumb warmer indicator 1 Grip warmer indicator 2 Thumb warmer indicator 1 Grip warmer adjusting switch 1 Grip warmer adjusting switch 1 Thumb warmer adjusting switch 1 1 U8JV72E0 book Page 18 Thursday...

Страница 25: ... lead or short circuit is detected by the self diagnosis device of the snowmobile to warn the rider of any of the above problems If this occurs have a Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible RST1NTF RST1NTFY RST9N ESU10464 Oil level warning indicator RST9N The oil level warning indicator and the warn ing light come on when the engine oil level is low If the oil level warning indic...

Страница 26: ...arning light do not go off check the engine oil level in the oil tank see page 70 for engine oil level checking procedures and add engine oil if necessary If the warning indicator and the warning light still remain on have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile Oil pressure warning The warning indicator comes on and OP LO oil pressure low appears in the odome ter display if the engine oil pressure i...

Страница 27: ... correctly When this occurs have a Yamaha dealer check the EPS system TIP If the steering load is too heavy i e exces sive steering use when the snowmobile is traveling at a slow speed the power assist is reduced to protect the EPS motor from over heating ESU13772 Self diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self diagnosis device for various electrical circuits If a problem is detected in a...

Страница 28: ...ct quickly in an emergency ESU10662 Headlight beam switch LIGHTS Push the headlight beam switch to change the headlight to high beam HI or to low beam LO ESU12655 Grip thumb warmer adjusting switch The grip warmer adjusting switch and the thumb warmer adjusting switch control the electrically heated handlebar grips and throt tle lever respectively 1 Warning light 2 Engine trouble warning indicator...

Страница 29: ... 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 RST1NTF RST1NTFY RST9N 1 Grip warmer adjusting switch 1 Grip warmer adjusting switch 1 Thumb warmer adjusting switch 1 1 1 Auxiliary DC jack cap...

Страница 30: ...helmet shield heater jack 1 Start the engine 2 Open the helmet shield heater jack cap and then insert the power plug of the hel met shield heater into the jack 3 After using the helmet shield heater be sure to remove its power plug from the jack and to close the jack cap NOTICE ECS00893 To avoid circuit overload and a possible fuse blowing do not use a helmet shield heater requiring more than the ...

Страница 31: ... 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 ESU10594 Shift lever The shift lever is used to put the snowmobile into forward or reverse After coming to a complete stop pull the shift lever out slide it to FWD or to REV until it stops and then release it RST1NTF RST1NTFY 1 Brake lever 1 Parking brake lever 1...

Страница 32: ...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 ECS00931 Never run the engine with the V belt re moved Clutch components can be damaged Be careful not to scratch the windshield when removing or installing the drive guard 1 Pull out 2 Slide to REV reverse 3 Release 1 Shift lever ...

Страница 33: ... drive guard as shown and then pull the guard rearward to remove it To install the drive guard 1 Fit the front slots in the drive guard over the projections on the drive guard front holder 2 Align the slots in the rear of the drive guard with the projections on the drive guard rear holder and then insert the drive guard locking pin into the holder as shown ESU10762 V belt holders Keep a spare V be...

Страница 34: ...counterclockwise 2 Move the passenger grip to the desired position 3 Install the adjusting knob by turning it clockwise WARNING EWS00781 Make sure that the passenger grip adjust ing knobs are securely tightened after changing the positions of the passenger grips ESU10682 Passenger grip warmer switch The passenger grip warmer switch controls the electrically heated passenger grips 1 V belt holder 1...

Страница 35: ...tion of the footrests Do not overtighten the screws other wise the footrest may be damaged ESU14131 Backrest WARNING EWS00132 Do not sit on the backrest Otherwise you could lose your balance fall and be in jured The angle and position RST1NTF RST1NTFY of the backrest are adjustable To adjust the backrest angle Turn the backrest adjusting knob until the backrest reaches the desired angle 1 Passenge...

Страница 36: ...m of the storage compartment may be hot during or immediately after op erating the snowmobile It can cause burns if it becomes extremely hot Further more heat in the storage compartment can affect the quality of food items and deform and discolor plastic items The storage compartment is located behind the seat Use the storage compartment to store the storage pouch spare parts or other small items ...

Страница 37: ...e engine make sure that the tool kit is securely fastened and that the storage pouch zipper is completely closed ESU10824 Storage areas RST9N This snowmobile is equipped with a storage compartment rear storage area and rear carrier Storage compartment The storage compartment is located under the shroud Open the storage compartment by unhook ing the fasteners to store the tool kit spare parts or ot...

Страница 38: ...both the backrest and the rear car rier forward until they stop and then re move them 3 Remove the passenger seat lock knob and then remove the passenger seat 4 Align the holes in the rear carrier with the bolts on the carrier lock bracket and then place the rear carrier on the carrier lock bracket 1 Rear storage area 2 Rear carrier Maximum load limit Rear storage area 20 kg 44 lbs Rear carrier 10...

Страница 39: ... and then in stall the passenger seat lock knob 3 Align the holes in the backrest bracket with the bolts on the carrier lock bracket and then place the backrest on the carri er lock bracket 4 Align the holes in the rear carrier with the bolts on the carrier lock bracket and then place the rear carrier on the carrier lock bracket 5 Slide both the backrest and the rear car rier backward until they s...

Страница 40: ...EWS00072 Gasoline and gasoline vapors are ex tremely flammable To avoid fires and ex plosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling follow these instructions Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank 1 Before refueling turn off the engine and be sure that nobody is on the snowmo bile Never refuel while smoking or while in the vicinity of sparks open flames or other sources of ig...

Страница 41: ...signed to use regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number R M 2 of 86 or higher or a research octane number of 91 or higher NOTICE ECS01100 RST9N Oxygenated fuels gasohol containing a maximum 10 of ethanol E10 can be used although richer jet ting may be required to prevent engine damage Consult a Yamaha dealer Gas ohol containing methanol is not recom mended RST1NTF RST1NTFY Oxygenated fu ...

Страница 42: ...ay Cylinder damage will result in poor damping performance Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out shock absorber yourself Take the shock absorber to a Yamaha dealer for any service TIP A special wrench can be obtained at a Yamaha dealer ESU10896 Adjusting the spring preload of the front shock absorbers WARNING EWS00721 The spring preload of the left and right shock absorbers must be adjusted to t...

Страница 43: ...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 ECS00861 Spring preload setting Minimum soft 160 0 mm 6 30 in RST1NTF RST1NTFY 161 0 mm 6 34 in RST9N Standard 162 0 mm 6 38 in RST9N 163 0 mm 6 42 in RST1NTF RST1NTFY Maximum hard 172 0 mm 6 77 in...

Страница 44: ... 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 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...

Страница 45: ...djusting 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 the con trol rods beyond the maximum set ting indicated by red paint otherwise they could be damaged which could lead to an accident or injury EWS00174 1 2 up positio...

Страница 46: ...g nuts To increase the spring preload turn the ad justing nut in direction a To decrease the spring preload turn the adjusting nut in direc tion b 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 1 Locknut 2 Control rod adjusting nut 3 Standar...

Страница 47: ...inimum soft 16 mm 0 63 in Standard 16 mm 0 63 in Maximum hard 18 mm 0 71 in Distance A changes 1 25 mm 0 05 in with each full turn of the adjusting nut U8JV72E0 book Page 41 Thursday May 18 2017 1 47 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Страница 48: ... vehicle for oil leakage 70 Coolant Check coolant level Add if necessary 76 V belt Check for wear and damage Replace if necessary 78 Drive guard Make sure the drive guard is installed securely Check the drive guard mounts for damage 26 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...

Страница 49: ...or excessive free play 87 Lights signals and switch es Check operation Correct if necessary 22 22 92 95 Throttle lever Make sure that operation is smooth and spring back to its original position when released 9 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 65 ITEM CHECKS PAGE U8JV72E0 book Page 43 Thur...

Страница 50: ...Yamaha 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 ESU13971 Starting the engine RST1NTF RST1NTFY 1 Apply the ...

Страница 51: ...e starter choke lever to the closed position 4 Turn the main switch to the start position and release it when the engine starts NOTICE Release the switch immedi ately after the engine starts If the en gine fails to start release the switch wait a few seconds then try again Each attempt should be as short as possible to preserve the battery Do not crank the engine more than 10 seconds on any one at...

Страница 52: ... 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 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...

Страница 53: ...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...

Страница 54: ... 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...

Страница 55: ...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...

Страница 56: ...drive track will tend to stretch quickly as the track settles Be sure to correct the track tension and align ment frequently See page 88 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...

Страница 57: ... only while the engine is idling Make sure that the area behind the snowmobile is clear before reversing Watch behind Reduce speed and avoid sharp turning when operating the snowmobile in re verse TIP Make sure that the engine is warmed up enough before riding 1 To select the desired operating position pull the shift lever out slide it to FWD or to REV until it stops and then release it NOTICE Do ...

Страница 58: ...g When transporting your snowmobile on a trailer or in a truck observe the following rec ommendations to help protect it from dam age RST9N Make sure that the fuel level in the fuel tank is lower than the bottom of the carburetors Otherwise the vibration and bumps from the road surface could make it possible for fuel to flow through the carbu retors into the cylinders This can result in hydrostati...

Страница 59: ...otect the snowmobile against damage from debris on the road If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck in areas where road salt is used coat metal suspension surfaces lightly 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 U8JV72E0 book Page 53 Thursday May 18 2017...

Страница 60: ...jury burns fire or carbon mon oxide poisoning possibly leading to death See page 5 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...

Страница 61: ...gine is cold Every 40000 km 25000 mi 69 Crankcase breath er system Check breather hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary Fuel filter RST9N Check condition Replace if necessary Fuel line Check fuel hose for cracks or damage Replace if necessary Idle speed RST9N Check and adjust idle speed 63 Fuel injection RST1NTF RST1NTFY Check synchronization Adjust if necessary Carburetors RST9N Adjust s...

Страница 62: ...t 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 81 Drive chain oil Check oil level 81 Change 81 Shift lever Lubricate with specified grease Brake and parking brake Adjust free play and or replace pads if necessary 83 Change brake fluid See ...

Страница 63: ... toe out Adjust if necessary 87 Steering bearings Check bearing assemblies for looseness Lubricate with specified grease Skis and front shock absorbers Lubricate with specified grease 91 Suspension compo nent Lubricate with specified grease 91 Drive track Check the deflection Adjust if necessary Initial at 500 km 300 mi and every 800 km 500 mi thereafter 88 Fittings and fasten ers Make sure that a...

Страница 64: ...tool kit is located in the storage pouch See page 30 for information on how to access the storage compartment The service information included in this man ual and the tools provided in the owner s tool kit are intended to assist you in the perfor mance of preventive maintenance and minor repairs However additional tools such as a torque wrench may be necessary to perform certain maintenance work c...

Страница 65: ...efore operation A loose shroud or cover could move and cause loss of control Shroud To remove the shroud Loosen the fasteners slowly raise the shroud and then unhook the shroud from the shroud stay To install the shroud Hook the end of the shroud onto the shroud stay slowly lower it to the original position and then tighten the fasteners Left and right side covers To remove a side cover 1 Remove t...

Страница 66: ...all the shroud Top cover To remove the top cover 1 Remove the shroud and the left side cov er See the above procedures 2 Disconnect the auxiliary DC jack coupler 3 Remove the screws and then remove the cable guide 4 Pull the windshield stay rubber covers upward 1 Fastener 2 Left side cover 1 2 1 Auxiliary DC jack coupler 1 Screw 2 Cable guide 1 1 2 U8JV72E0 book Page 60 Thursday May 18 2017 1 47 P...

Страница 67: ... place the cable guide in the original position and then in stall the screws 6 Connect the auxiliary DC jack coupler 7 Install the left side cover and the shroud NOTICE ECS00373 Make sure that all cables hoses and leads are routed properly before install ing the shroud and covers When installing the shroud and covers be sure to tighten the fasteners secure ly ESU14770 Openingandclosing the shroud ...

Страница 68: ...ponents and are easy to inspect The condi tion of the spark plugs can indicate the condition of the engine Check the coloration on the white porcelain insulator around the center electrode The ideal coloration at this point is a medium to light tan color for a snowmobile that is being ridden normally If any spark plug shows a distinctly different color there could be something wrong with the engin...

Страница 69: ...ust to specification When installing the spark plug always clean the gasket surface Wipe off any grime from the threads and tighten the spark plug to the specified torque NOTICE ECS00383 Make sure that the spark plug caps are se curely installed Otherwise the spark plug caps could be damaged due to engine vi bration ESU11796 Adjusting the engine idling speed RST9N 1 Place the snowmobile on a level...

Страница 70: ...r removal procedures 3 Remove the headlight unit bolt and the windshield stay bolts on each side of the snowmobile 4 Unhook the headlight unit as shown then lift it up and move it forward away from the handlebar NOTICE Be careful not to scratch the snowmobile when moving the headlight unit ECS00921 5 Loosen the locknut 6 To increase the throttle lever free play turn the adjusting bolt in direction...

Страница 71: ...When checking the T O R S take precau tions to avoid snowmobile movement which could cause an accident Make sure that the throttle lever moves smoothly with the engine off before checking the T O R S Make sure that the parking brake is ap plied Do not rev the engine to the point that the clutch engages 1 Locknut 2 Throttle lever free play adjusting bolt 3 Throttle lever free play Throttle lever fr...

Страница 72: ... the clutch engagement speed See page 110 for the clutch engagement speed WARNING If the engine speed does not decrease to less than the clutch engagement speed stop the engine by turning the main switch to the off position and consult a Yamaha dealer Operating the snowmobile with a mal functioning T O R S could result in loss of control EWS00363 ESU14920 Checking the air filter Check that there i...

Страница 73: ...ter case by hooking all the fas teners 7 Close the shroud RST1NTF RST1NTFY 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the shroud and the top cover See page 59 for removal procedures 3 Remove the headlight unit bolt and the windshield stay bolts on each side of the snowmobile 4 Unhook the headlight unit as shown then lift it up and move it rearward away from the ...

Страница 74: ...er element frame in the original position and then install the air filter case cover by hooking the fasten ers 8 Install the headlight unit making sure to fit the slots on its bottom onto the projec tions on its stay 9 Fit the weatherstrip on the headlight unit into the recess in the top of the air filter case cover 1 Headlight unit 1 Air filter case cover fastener 1 Air filter element frame 1 1 1...

Страница 75: ...blems are hard starting bogging and plug fouling Proper carburetion adjustments will correct the air fuel ratio Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make these adjustments Remember Less air at higher altitude means there is less horsepower available even with the optimal air fuel ratio Expect acceleration and top speed to be reduced at higher altitudes To overcome operating with less power at high alti...

Страница 76: ...quickly The oil filter cartridge should be re placed after the first 800 km 500 mi of operation and every 20000 km 12000 mi of operation thereafter To check the engine oil level 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Start the engine warm it up for 10 15 mi nutes and then turn it off TIP The engine can also be warmed up by driv ing the snowmobile for 10 15 minutes ...

Страница 77: ...g the engine oil be careful not to fill above the H level mark on the dipstick Use only the recommended oil See page 110 Make sure that no foreign mate rial enters the engine oil tank ECS00463 7 Check the O ring for damage and re place it if necessary 8 Insert the dipstick into the oil filler hole and then tighten the oil filler cap 9 Connect the oil level gauge coupler 10 Install the right side c...

Страница 78: ...the bolts and then pull the right lower cover outward to remove it RST1NTF RST1NTFY RST1NTF RST1NTFY 5 Remove the bottom panel by removing the bolts 6 Place an oil pan under the oil tank to col lect the used oil 7 Disconnect the oil level gauge coupler RST1NTF RST1NTFY RST9N 8 Remove the oil filler cap and the cylinder head cap and then remove the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the ...

Страница 79: ...in bolt for easy iden tification Dispose of used oil according to local reg ulations Skip steps 11 13 if the oil filter cartridge is not being replaced 11 Remove the oil filter cartridge with an oil filter wrench 1 Cylinder head cap 1 Cylinder head cap 1 Engine oil drain bolt oil tank 2 Gasket 1 1 2 1 Engine oil drain bolt oil tank 2 Gasket 1 Engine oil drain bolt crankcase 2 Gasket 3 mark 1 2 1 2...

Страница 80: ...iller cap and the cylinder head cap 18 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 19 Remove the oil filler cap and then add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the H level mark on the dip stick NOTICE When adding the en gine oil be careful not to fill above the H level mark on the dipstick Use only the recommended oil See page 110 Make sure that no forei...

Страница 81: ...e snowmobile Continuing to operate the engine under such conditions could cause severe engine damage ECS00472 24 Place the bottom panel in the original po sition and then install the bolts 25 Place the right lower cover in the original position and then install the screws and the bolts RST1NTF RST1NTFY 1 H level mark 2 L level mark 3 O ring 1 H level mark 2 L level mark 3 O ring 1 2 3 3 1 2 Recomm...

Страница 82: ... hissing sound has stopped press down on the cap while turning coun terclockwise and remove it RST9N RST1NTF RST1NTFY To check the coolant level 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the shroud and the right side cover RST1NTF RST1NTFY see page 59 for the procedures or open the shroud RST9N see page 61 for the pro cedures 3 Check the coolant level in the co...

Страница 83: ...oolant reservoir or if there is a cooling system leak Consult a Yamaha deal er NOTICE ECS00501 Operating the engine with an improperly bled cooling system can cause overheat ing and severe engine damage Replenishing the coolant 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the shroud the right side cover and the top cover RST1NTF RST1NTFY see page 59 for the proce ...

Страница 84: ... 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 ECS00831 Never run the engine with the V belt re moved Clutch components can be dam aged The V belt should be checked before each ride To check the V belt 1 Remove the shroud and the left side c...

Страница 85: ...ake this adjust ment 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Remove the shroud and the left side cov er RST1NTF RST1NTFY or open the shroud RST9N and then remove the drive guard See page 26 for drive guard removal procedures 3 Remove the screws and the bolts and then pull the left lower cover outward to remove it RST1NTF RST1NTFY RST1NTF RST1NTFY 4 Rotate the second...

Страница 86: ...lts 10 Install the V belt over the primary sheave assembly 1 Edge of the secondary sheave assembly 2 Standard V belt position Standard V belt position From 1 5 mm 0 06 in above the edge of the secondary sheave as sembly to 0 5 mm 0 02 in below the edge 2 1 1 V belt position adjusting bolt 2 Spacer V belt position Adjustment More than 1 5 mm 0 06 in above the edge Remove a spacer From 1 5 mm 0 06 i...

Страница 87: ...he shroud or close the shroud ESU13926 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 shroud and the right side cover RST1NTF RST1NTFY see page 59 for the procedures or open the shroud RST9N see page 61 for the pro cedures 3 Remove the dipstick wipe it off with a clean rag and then insert it back int...

Страница 88: ...on on the drive chain housing 6 Install the right side cover and the shroud or close the shroud To adjust the chain tension 1 Remove the shroud and the right side cover RST1NTF RST1NTFY see page 59 for the procedures or open the shroud RST9N see page 61 for the pro cedures 2 Loosen the locknut 3 Turn the chain tension adjusting bolt clockwise until it is finger tight and then loosen it 1 4 turn 1 ...

Страница 89: ...wing 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 shroud and the right side cover RST1NTF RST1NTFY see page 59 for the procedures or open the shroud RST9N see page 61 for the pro cedures 3 Check the brake pads for wear If the brake pads reach th...

Страница 90: ...he parking brake cable locknut 6 Turn the parking brake pad adjusting bolt in or out to adjust the clearance between the parking brake pads and the brake disc 1 Parking brake pad wear limit Parking brake pad wear limit 1 2 mm 0 047 in 1 Parking brake pad adjusting bolt locknut 2 Parking brake pad adjusting bolt 3 Parking brake cable locknut 4 Parking brake cable adjusting bolt 5 Parking brake cabl...

Страница 91: ... significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock NOTICE ECS01051 Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces or 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 pad...

Страница 92: ...snow or on sharp edges such as concrete curbs etc This will wear or damage the skis Aligning the skis 1 Turn the handlebar so the skis face straight ahead 2 Check the following for ski alignment Skis are facing forward Ski toe out distance A distance B is within specification 1 Drive sprocket tooth 2 Measuring line 3 Drive sprocket tooth width 1 Ski runner wear limit 1 2 3 1 1 Ski wear limit front...

Страница 93: ...to the right and left If excessive free play is felt consult a Yamaha dealer RST9N To adjust the handlebar height 1 Remove the handlebar cover 2 Loosen the handlebar bolts 3 Move the handlebar up or down to adjust the handlebar height to the desired posi tion NOTICE Make sure that the pro jection on the handlebar is not installed into the area shown ECS00572 Ski toe out distance A distance B 0 0 1...

Страница 94: ...the ground to allow the drive track to spin Never allow anyone near a rotating drive track Inspect the drive track condition fre quently Replace any damaged slide metal Replace the drive track if it is damaged to the depth where fabric rein forcement material is visible or support rods are broken Otherwise track dam age or failure could result in loss of braking ability and snowmobile control whic...

Страница 95: ... the drive track deflection 1 Lay the snowmobile on its side 2 Measure the drive track deflection with a spring scale Pull at the center of the drive track with a force of 100 N 10 kgf 22 lbf TIP Measure the gap between the slide runner and the edge of the track window on both sides 3 If the deflection is incorrect adjust the drive track Adjusting the drive track alignment and de flection 1 Loosen...

Страница 96: ... ad justing nuts should be turned an equal amount ECS00593 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 1 Forward 2 Gap 3 Slide runner 4 Drive track 5 Slide metal Drive track deflection More than sp...

Страница 97: ...2199 Lubrication Lubricate the following points with the speci fied grease WARNING EWS00512 Do not grease the throttle 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 Rear axle nut tightening torque 75 N m 7 5 kgf m 55 lb ft 1 Slide runner 2 Wear limit height 1 Slide ru...

Страница 98: ...en the shroud 2 Disconnect the headlight coupler 3 Remove the bulb holder cover 1 Throttle cable end 1 Grease nipple 1 Grease nipple 1 1 Grease nipple 1 Grease nipple 1 Headlight coupler 2 Bulb holder cover 1 1 1 2 U8JV72E0 book Page 92 Thursday May 18 2017 1 47 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Страница 99: ... shroud RST1NTF RST1NTFY 1 Remove the shroud and the top cover See page 59 for removal procedures 2 Remove the headlight unit bolt and the windshield stay bolts on each side of the snowmobile 3 Unhook the headlight unit as shown then lift it up and move it forward away from the handlebar NOTICE Be careful not to scratch the snowmobile when moving the headlight unit ECS00921 4 Disconnect the headli...

Страница 100: ...ith alcohol or lacquer thinner ECS00622 8 Install the bulb holder cover and then connect the headlight coupler 9 Install the headlight unit making sure to fit the slots on its bottom onto the projec tions on its stay 10 Fit the weatherstrip on the headlight unit into the recess in the top of the air filter case cover 1 Headlight coupler 2 Bulb holder cover 1 Bulb holder 1 2 1 1 Do not touch the gl...

Страница 101: ... a To raise the headlight beams turn the head light beam adjusting screw in direction b 3 Install the top cover RST9N 1 Open the shroud 2 Insert a Phillips screwdriver into the hole under the shroud to turn the headlight beam adjusting screw To lower the headlight beams turn the Phillips screw driver in direction a To raise the head light beams turn the Phillips screwdriver in direction b 1 Weathe...

Страница 102: ...ging 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 while it...

Страница 103: ...Remove the shroud the left and right side covers and the top cover See page 59 for removal procedures 2 Remove the headlight unit bolt and the windshield stay bolts on each side of the snowmobile 3 Unhook the headlight unit as shown then lift it up and move it rearward away from the air filter case cover NOTICE Be careful not to scratch the snowmo bile when moving the headlight unit ECS00921 4 Unh...

Страница 104: ...y band and then re move the battery cover 9 Disconnect the negative battery lead by removing the bolt 10 Replace the blown fuse with one of the proper amperage 1 Oil tank breather hose clamp 2 Oil tank breather hose 1 Cylinder head breather hose 1 Battery cover 2 Battery band 1 2 1 1 2 1 Negative battery lead 2 Bolt 1 Spare fuse 2 Fuel injection system fuse 3 Main fuse 4 EPS fuse 1 2 1 2 3 4 U8JV7...

Страница 105: ... electronic throttle valve fuse 3 Spare fuse 4 HEAD headlight fuse 5 SIG signaling system fuse 6 DC auxiliary DC jack fuse 7 S H helmet shield heater jack fuse 3 7 1 6 5 4 3 2 Specified fuses Main fuse 40 0 A EPS fuse 30 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A ETV fuse 7 5 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Signaling system fuse 7 5 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse 3 0 A Helmet shield heater jack ...

Страница 106: ...ind the right side cover 1 Open the shroud 2 Remove the right side cover See page 59 for removal procedures 3 Unhook the air filter case fastener 4 Loosen the joint clamp bolts 5 Slide the oil tank breather hose clamp away from the air filter case and then disconnect the oil tank breather hose 6 Slide the crankcase breather hose clamp crankcase side up and then disconnect the crankcase breather ho...

Страница 107: ... Replace the blown fuse with one of the proper amperage 1 Crankcase breather hose clamp crankcase side 2 Crankcase breather hose 1 Crankcase breather hose clamp air filter case side 1 Main fuse 2 Spare main fuse 1 Fuse box 2 HEAD headlight fuse 3 SIG signaling system fuse 4 DC TERM auxiliary DC jack fuse 5 C W carburetor warmer fuse 6 IGN ignition fuse 7 Spare fuse 1 7 2 3 4 5 6 U8JV72E0 book Page...

Страница 108: ... the air filter case first and then connect it to the engine 12 Install the right side cover and close the shroud TIP If the fuse immediately blows again ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile Specified fuses Main fuse 30 0 A Spare main fuse 30 0 A Headlight fuse 20 0 A Signaling system fuse 10 0 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse 3 0 A Carburetor warmer fuse 20 0 A Ignition fuse 15 0 A Spare fuses 2...

Страница 109: ...o spark Spark plugs are dirty with carbon or are wet Remove carbon or wipe spark plugs dry Replace if necessary Faulty ignition system Ask a Yamaha dealer to check T O R S malfunction Disconnect throttle switch connec tors and connect wire harness 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 T...

Страница 110: ...se electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD Be sure to pull the lead covers back over the terminals completely If the termi nals are exposed they could come into contact with the frame or a metal part of the snowmobile and this can cause electrical system damage or A FIRE HAZARD NOTICE ECS00651 Use the connecting leads to jump start the snowmobile only Do not use the con necting leads for any oth...

Страница 111: ...er cable from the negative terminal of the bat tery used to jump start the engine 11 Disconnect the red jumper cable from the positive terminal of the battery used to jump start the engine 12 Disconnect the red jumper cable from the red connecting lead and then pull the cover completely over the lead termi nal 13 Install the red connecting lead into the lead holder 14 Install the right side cover ...

Страница 112: ...ile does not move Malfunctioning V belt clutch Ask a Yamaha dealer to check Drive track does not move Foreign object is caught in drive track or slide runners have melted to slide metal due to lack of lu brication Tight 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...

Страница 113: ...Troubleshooting 107 Worn or damaged drive track Ask a Yamaha dealer to check U8JV72E0 book Page 107 Thursday May 18 2017 1 47 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Страница 114: ... 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 RST1NTF RST1NTFY Add Y...

Страница 115: ...track Loosen the drive track and block up the chassis so that the track is suspended above the ground V belt Remove the V belt and store separately Storage Store the snowmobile in a dry well ventilated 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 i...

Страница 116: ...is Front suspension Type Independent double wishbone Drive track Material Molded rubber fiberglass rod reinforced Type Extrovert drive type RST1NTF Internal drive type RST1NTFY RST9N Width 381 mm 15 0 in Deflection 30 0 35 0 mm 1 18 1 38 in Length on ground 1074 mm 42 3 in RST1NTF RST1NTFY 985 mm 38 8 in RST9N Rear suspension Type Slide rail suspension Track sprocket wheel Material Polyethylene Nu...

Страница 117: ...mp qt RST1NTF RST1NTFY Brake Type Hydraulic disc type ventilated disc Operation Handle lever left hand operated Throttle Operation Handle lever right hand operated Electrical system Ignition system TCI Spark plug Manufacturer NGK Model CR8E Gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in Battery Model YTX20L BS Voltage capacity 12 V 18 0 Ah Ten hour rate amperage 1 8 A Bulb voltage wattage quantity Headlight 12 V 6...

Страница 118: ...mobile 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 RST1NTF RST1NTFY RST9N Key identification number The key identification number is stamped in the location as shown 1 Engine serial number 1 Engine seria...

Страница 119: ...ffixed 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 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 1 1 U8JV72E0 book Page 113 Thursday May 18 2017 1 47 PM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Страница 120: ...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 ...

Страница 121: ...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 ...

Страница 122: ... 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...

Страница 123: ...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...

Страница 124: ...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...

Страница 125: ...ulb replacing 92 Helmet shield heater jack RST1NTF RST1NTFY 24 High beam indicator light 15 High altitude settings 69 I Identification numbers 112 L Location of the important labels 1 Low coolant temperature indicator light 16 Lubrication 91 M Main switch 9 Multi function meter unit 10 O Oil level warning indicator RST9N 19 Oil level pressure warning indicator RST1NTF RST1NTFY 20 P Parking brake l...

Страница 126: ...ting 64 Throttle override system T O R S 10 Throttle override system T O R S checking 65 Tool kit 58 Tow hitch RST1NTF RST1NTFY and tow hitch bracket RST9N 34 Transporting 52 Troubleshooting 103 Two up 2 up adjusting blocks adjusting RST9N 38 V Valve clearance 69 V belt 78 V belt holders 27 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 113 W Warranty extended 117 Warranty limited 114 Warranty protect...

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