Yamaha RX10GTAX, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL RX10GTX RX10GTAX RX10LTGTX RX10LTGTAX 8GD 28199 12 LIT 12628 02 64 ...

Page 2: ...ESU10040 U8GD12E0 book Page 1 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

Page 3: ...he operation or main tenance of your snowmobile please consult a Yamaha dealer To maintain the high quality and performance of this snowmobile it is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual RX10GTX RX10GTAX RX10LTGTX RX10LTGTAX OWNER S MANUAL 2007 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A ...

Page 4: ... considered a per manent part of this snowmobile and should remain with the snowmobile when resold Particularly important information is distin guished in this manual by the following nota tions The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTEN TION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING EWS00020 Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the snowmobile operator a bys...

Page 5: ... Drive guard 23 V belt holders 23 Storage compartment 23 Fuel 23 Suspension 24 Pre operation checks 29 Pre operation check list 29 Operation 31 Starting the engine 31 Break in 31 Riding your snowmobile 32 Maximizing drive track life 35 Driving 36 Stopping the engine 37 Transporting 37 Periodic maintenance 38 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 38 General maintenance and lubr...

Page 6: ...y 67 Replacing a fuse 67 Troubleshooting 71 Storage 75 Specifications 77 Consumer information 79 Identification number records 79 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY 80 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 83 U8GD12E0 book Page 2 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

Page 7: ...wmobile is re duced by the influence of alcohol or drugs 5 For safety and proper care of the snow mobile always perform the pre operation checks on page 29 before starting the en gine Check the throttle brake and steer ing for proper operation every time before starting the engine Make sure that the throttle lever moves freely and it returns to the home position when it is released 6 Apply the par...

Page 8: ...he snowmobile in or out of the building Open the outside doors exhaust fumes are dangerous 2 Be careful where you ride There may be obstacles hidden beneath the snow Stay on established trails to minimize your ex posure to hazards Ride slowly and cau tiously when you ride off of established trails Hitting a rock or stump or running into wires could cause an accident and injury 3 This snowmobile is...

Page 9: ...nowmobile unsafe for use that may cause severe personal injury Modifica tions may also make the snowmobile ille gal to use 3 Never store the snowmobile with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where igni tion sources are present such as hot wa ter and space heaters an open flame sparks clothes dryers and the like Allow the engine to cool off before storing the snowmobile in an enclosed space 4...

Page 10: ...1 Location of the important labels Please read the following labels carefully before operating this snowmobile NOTE Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary U8GD12E0 book Page 4 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

Page 11: ... windshield Use neutral detergent 3JJ 2835Y A0 3 5 6 7 RX10LTGT RX10LTGTA 4 Eviter de nettoyer le pare brise avec une solution alcaline ou acide ainsi qu avec de l essence ou un diluant Utiliser un détergent neutre 3JJ 2835Y B0 ATTENTION 8HA 77762 E0 U8GD12E0 book Page 5 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

Page 12: ...Safety information 6 NOTE The following suspension adjustment charts are included with the Owner s Manual U8GD12E0 book Page 6 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

Page 13: ...ecovery tank 4 Coolant reservoir 5 Fuse box 6 Main fuse 7 Oil filler cap 8 Idle adjusting screw 9 Storage compartment 10 Tool kit 11 Tail brake lights 12 Slide rail suspension 13 Drive track 14 V belt holder U8GD12E0 book Page 7 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

Page 14: ...rmer level indicator rear suspension compression damping level in dicator and thumb warmer level indicator 16 Fuel meter indicator 17 Self diagnosis warning indicator 18 Rear suspension indicator 19 Coolant temperature warning indicator 20 Grip warmer indicator 21 Fuel level warning indicator 22 Thumb warmer indicator 23 Oil level warning indicator 24 Clock 25 Low coolant temperature indicator lig...

Page 15: ...E The snowmobile you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual Design and specifications are subjected to change without notice U8GD12E0 book Page 9 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

Page 16: ...ttle position Because the throttle is spring loaded the snowmobile will decelerate and the engine will return to idle when it is released WARNING EWS00030 Check the throttle brake and steering for proper operation before starting the en gine See page 29 ESU10321 Engine overheating prevention system This model is equipped with a system which prevents overheating when the engine is idling When the e...

Page 17: ... S is activated the warn ing light and self diagnosis warning indica tor will flash and the two digit code 84 will flash in the clock display The T O R S monitors the condition of the throttle position sensor speedometer as sembly and speed sensor and will operate if any of the monitored items is disconnect ed or is malfunctioning Idling starting Running Trouble Throttle switch Off On Off Throttle...

Page 18: ...vel indicator which shows the compres sion damping force level of the electronical ly controlled rear shock absorber After the engine is started the tachometer makes one sweep and the low coolant tem perature indicator light the warning light and all segments of the meter display turn on and off once The grip warmer level or the rear suspension compression damping level is initially dis played for...

Page 19: ... Push the SELECT button and RESET button simultaneously until the hour digits start flashing 2 Push the RESET button to change the hour setting and then push the SE LECT button The minute digits will start flashing 3 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 NOTE The clock must be set again when the batte...

Page 20: ...rider that the snowmobile should be warmed up After the engine is started warm it up until the indicator light goes off The snowmobile can be operated normally af ter the indicator light goes off NOTE Operate the snowmobile at low speeds when the low coolant temperature indicator light is on If the engine speed is too high maximum engine speed is reduced to protect the en gine ESU10441 Fuel meter ...

Page 21: ...ination of the snowmo bile Grip warmer level indicator rear sus pension compression damping level indicator and thumb warmer level in dicator To display the grip warmer level indicator or the rear suspension compression damping level indicator press the grip warmer rear suspension compression damping adjust ment switch To switch between the two lev el indicators press the MODE button twice To disp...

Page 22: ...n the correspond ing adjustment reaches the minimum level When the engine is started the grip warm er rear suspension compression damping and thumb warmer levels are set to the lev els selected when the engine was stopped To adjust the grip warmer temperature 1 Push the MODE button and make sure that the grip warmer indicator is dis played If the rear suspension indicator is displayed push the MOD...

Page 23: ...ing indicator warning light and all segments of the fuel meter warn the rider of the above problems by flashing con tinuously When this occurs have a Yamaha dealer in spect the snowmobile as soon as possible ESU10460 Oil level warning indicator The oil level warning indicator and the warn ing light come on when the engine oil level is low If the oil level warning indicator and the warn ing light c...

Page 24: ...rror code will flash slowly in the tripmeter odometer display WARNING EWS00650 If the self diagnosis warning indicator and warning light flash continuously and an error code is displayed during operation there may be some problem with an elec trical circuit couplers etc Note the error code and then have a Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible in order to avoid engine damage ESU1...

Page 25: ...evel indicator rear suspension compression damping level indicator and thumb warmer level indicator on page 14 for detailed information ESU10690 Auxiliary DC jack The auxiliary DC jack is located in the front panel and can be used for accessories NOTE The auxiliary DC jack cannot be used if the engine is not running To use the auxiliary DC jack 1 Start the engine 2 Open the auxiliary DC jack cap a...

Page 26: ...tem Squeeze the brake lever towards the handle bar grip to stop the snowmobile NOTE When the brake lever is operated the brake light will illuminate CAUTION ECS00060 Make sure that the brake lever end does not project out over the handlebar end This will help prevent brake lever damage when the snowmobile is placed on its side for service The brake lever is equipped with a position adjuster To adj...

Page 27: ...Always set the parking brake before at tempting to start the engine Never run the snowmobile with the park ing brake applied This may overheat the brake disc and reduce braking ability ESU10590 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 1 Park...

Page 28: ... drive the snowmobile with the shroud or covers unfastened or re moved Keep your body and clothing away from rotating parts when servicing the snow mobile with the shroud or covers re moved Do not touch the hot muffler and engine during or immediately after operation CAUTION ECS00370 Make sure that all cables leads etc are routed properly before installing the shroud and covers 1 Pull out 2 Slide ...

Page 29: ...U10810 Storage compartment Open the storage compartment to store the tool kit spare parts or other small items ESU10600 Fuel Make sure that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank WARNING EWS00070 Fuel is HIGHLY FLAMMABLE and poi sonous Check the SAFETY INFORMA TION section carefully before refueling See page 1 Do not fill the fuel tank above the bottom of the filler tube Fuel could overflow if ...

Page 30: ...trol over certain types of terrain or riding conditions WARNING EWS00150 Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment This shock absorber contains highly pres surized nitrogen gas It could explode by improper handling causing injury or property damage Do not tamper with or attempt to open the shock absorber Do not subject the shock absorber to an open flame or other high heat source which ...

Page 31: ... in direction a To de crease the rebound damping force turn the adjusting knob in direction b 1 Spring preload adjusting ring 2 Spring seat length Spring preload setting spring seat length or spring preload adjusting ring position Minimum soft RX10GT RX10LTGT 119 0 mm 4 69 in RX10GTA RX10LTGTA 69 0 mm 2 72 in Standard RX10GT RX10LTGT 119 0 mm 4 69 in RX10GTA RX10LTGTA 69 0 mm 2 72 in Maximum hard ...

Page 32: ...ad justed by pressing the grip warmer rear sus pension compression damping adjustment switch See page 14 for adjustment proce dures 1 Rebound damping force adjusting knob Rebound damping setting Minimum soft RX10GT RX10LTGT 20 RX10GTA RX10LTGTA 30 click s in direction b Standard RX10GT RX10LTGT 12 RX10GTA RX10LTGTA 20 click s in direction b Maximum hard RX10GT RX10LTGT 3 RX10GTA RX10LTGTA 10 click...

Page 33: ... control rod beyond the range of the scale on the special wrench 3 Check the control rod adjuster length us ing the scale on the special wrench in cluded in the owner s tool kit as shown Make sure that the rim of the control rod body is within the range of the scale 4 Tighten the locknut while holding the con trol rod adjuster in place 1 Grip warmer rear suspension compression damping adjustment s...

Page 34: ...pecial wrench make sure that it is situated at a right angle to the control rod and that it is tightly fitted to the locknut or the control rod adjuster Locknut tightening torque 35 Nm 3 5 m kgf 25 ft lb U8GD12E0 book Page 28 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

Page 35: ...efore operating the snowmobile ESU11080 Pre operation check list ITEM CHECKS PAGE Fuel Check fuel level Refuel if necessary Check fuel line for leakage 23 Engine oil Check oil level in engine If necessary add recommended oil to specified level Check vehicle for oil leakage 49 Coolant Check coolant level Add if necessary 53 V belt Check for wear and damage Replace if necessary 54 Drive guard Make s...

Page 36: ...maha dealer replace track 62 Slide runners Check for wear and damage If necessary have Yamaha dealer replace slide runners 62 Steering Check for excessive free play 61 Lights signals and switch es Check operation Correct if necessary 19 18 65 67 Throttle lever Make sure that operation is smooth and spring back to its home position when released 10 Throttle override system T O R S Check the T O R S...

Page 37: ...tery Do not crank the engine more than 10 sec onds on any one attempt ESU11310 Break in There is never a more important period in the life of your engine than the period between 0 and 500 km 300 mi For this reason you should read the following material carefully Since the engine is brand new do not put an excessive load on it for the first 500 km 300 mi The various parts in the engine wear and pol...

Page 38: ... pre oper ation checks listed on page 29 The short time spent checking the condition of the snowmo bile will be rewarded with added safety and a more reliable snowmobile Always wear the proper clothing for both warmth and to help protect you from injury if an accident occurs Become familiar with operating your snowmo bile at low speeds even if you are an experi enced rider Do not attempt to operat...

Page 39: ...our snowmobile begins to tip while turning lean more into the turn to regain balance If necessary gradually let off on the throttle or steer to the outside of the turn Remember Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughly familiar with the operation of your snowmo bile Riding uphill You should practice first on gentle slopes Try more difficult climbs only after you have de veloped your skill As yo...

Page 40: ... uphill side A recommended riding position is to kneel with the knee of your downhill leg on the seat and the foot of your uphill leg on the running board This position will make it easi er for you to shift your body weight as needed Snow and ice are slippery so be prepared for the possibility that your snowmobile could be gin to slip sideways on the slope If this hap pens steer in the direction o...

Page 41: ...ability and snowmobile control which could cause an accident Always check the drive track for damage or maladjustment before operating the snowmobile Do not operate the snowmobile if you find damage to the drive track CAUTION ECS00350 Ride on fresh snow frequently Operating on ice or hard packed snow will rapidly wear the slide runners ESU11350 Maximizing drive track life Recommendations Track ten...

Page 42: ...he snowmo bile NOTE Make sure that the engine is warmed up enough before riding WARNING EWS00310 Make sure that the throttle lever is fully released and the snowmobile is at a full stop before shifting Be sure to slide the shift lever to FWD or REV until it stops completely and only while the engine is idling Make sure that the area behind the snowmobile is clear before reversing Watch behind Redu...

Page 43: ...ting ESU11430 Transporting When transporting your snowmobile on a trail er or in a truck observe the following recom mendations to help protect it from damage If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck put a tight fitting cover on the snowmobile A cover specifically designed for your snowmobile is best This will help keep foreign objects out of the cooling vents and also help prote...

Page 44: ...ANER AIR BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER EN GINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE IN THE FOLLOWING PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHARTS THE SERVICES RELATED TO EMISSION CONTROL ARE GROUPED SEPARATELY THESE SERVICES REQUIRE SPECIALIZED DATA KNOWL EDGE AND EQUIPMENT YAMAHA DEALERS ARE TRAINED AND EQUIPPED TO PER FORM THESE PARTICULAR SERVICES ESU11460 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ...

Page 45: ...ms be serviced by a Yamaha dealer Exhaust system Check for leakage Tighten or replace gasket if necessary ITEM REMARKS INITIAL EVERY PAGE 1 month or 800 km 500 mi 40 hr Seasonally or 4000 km 2500 mi 200 hr U8GD12E0 book Page 39 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

Page 46: ...imary 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 57 Drive chain oil Check oil level 57 Change 57 Brake and parking brake Adjust free play and or replace pads if necessary 58 Change brake fluid See NOTE following this chart 58 Con...

Page 47: ... cracked or damaged Steering system Check toe out Adjust if necessary 61 Steering bearings Check bearing assemblies for looseness Lubricate with specified grease Ski and front sus pension Lubricate with specified grease 65 Suspension compo nent Lubricate with specified grease 65 Fittings and fasten ers Make sure that all nuts bolts and screws are properly tight ened Tighten if necessary 67 Battery...

Page 48: ...quiring one take your snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer to check the torque settings and adjust them if necessary ESU11750 Removing and installing the shroud and covers 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...

Page 49: ... DC jack cou pler and then remove the top cover To install the top cover 1 Connect the main switch coupler and auxiliary DC jack coupler place the top cover in the original position and then in stall the bolts 2 Pass all of the cables etc through the cable guide place the cable guide in the original position and then install the screws WARNING EWS00090 Do not drive the snowmobile with the shroud o...

Page 50: ...eak or car buretion problem for that cylinder Do not at tempt to diagnose such problems yourself Instead take the snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer for inspection and possible repairs You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause a spark plug to slowly break down and erode Consult a Yamaha dealer before changing to a different type of spark plug Spark p...

Page 51: ...rm it up 3 Remove the headlight unit bolts and then lift up the headlight unit 4 Turn the idle adjusting screw in or out to adjust the engine idling speed 5 Install the headlight unit making sure to insert the projections on the headlight unit stay into the slots on the bottom of the headlight unit 6 Install the headlight unit bolts and then tighten them to the specified torque 7 Install the top c...

Page 52: ...er and headlight couplers and then install the headlight unit making sure to insert the projections on the headlight unit stay into the slots on the bottom of the headlight unit 8 Install the headlight unit bolts and then tighten them to the specified torque 9 Install the bolts on the top cover 10 Install the shroud 1 Headlight unit bolt 1 Bolt 1 Locknut 2 Throttle cable free play adjusting bolt 3...

Page 53: ...throttle lever pivot and the engine stop switch housing While holding the pivot point as described above press the throttle lever gradually The T O R S will be activated and the engine speed will be limited to less than the clutch engagement speed See page 77 for the clutch engagement speed WARNING EWS00361 If the engine speed does not decrease to less than the clutch engagement speed stop the eng...

Page 54: ...ement brush off the snow and then in stall the air filter element 6 Place the air filter element frame in the original position and then install the air filter case cover 7 Install the air filter case cover by hooking the fasteners 8 Install the headlight unit making sure to insert the projections on the headlight unit stay into the slots on the bottom of the headlight unit 9 Install the headlight...

Page 55: ... dealer can tell you if there are any changes necessary for the al titude where you plan to ride CAUTION ECS00430 The drive chain gears and V belt clutch should be adjusted when operating above a high altitude of 900 m 3000 ft Consult a Yamaha dealer ESU11950 Valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use result ing in improper air fuel mixture and or engine noise To prevent this from occurr...

Page 56: ...See page 42 for removal proce dures 4 Disconnect the oil level gauge coupler CAUTION ECS00451 Disconnect the oil level gauge coupler be fore removing the oil filler cap otherwise the cable could twist and break 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 NOTE The engine oil should...

Page 57: ...r change the engine oil 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake 2 Start the engine warm it up for several minutes and then turn it off 3 Remove the shroud and the right side cover See page 42 for removal proce dures 4 Remove the bottom panel and the right lower cover 5 Place an oil pan under the oil tank to col lect the used oil 6 Disconnect the oil level gauge couple...

Page 58: ...veral 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 oil tank drain bolt and the oil filler cap are installed correctly 15 Turn the engine off and then connect the oil level gauge coupler 16 Install the bottom panel and the right low er cover and then install the right side cover and the shroud CAUTION ECS00...

Page 59: ...ng coun terclockwise and remove it To check the coolant level 1 Remove the top cover See page 42 for removal procedures 2 Check the coolant level in the coolant re covery tank when the engine is cold If the coolant level is below the COLD LEVEL mark add soft water until it reaches the COLD LEVEL mark See the following section Replenishing the coolant for more details CAUTION ECS00490 Hard water or...

Page 60: ...onsult a Yamaha deal er 7 Install the top cover ESU12060 V belt WARNING EWS00400 Make sure that the drive guard is tight ened securely before operating the snowmobile Never run the engine with the V belt or drive guard removed The V belt should be checked before each ride To check the V belt 1 Remove the shroud and the left side cov er and then remove the drive guard See page 42 for removal proced...

Page 61: ...sary To ensure proper clutch per formance the V belt position should be adjusted by adding a spacer on each ad justing bolt when the V belt position reaches 1 5 mm 0 06 in below the edge of the secondary sheave assembly Have a Yamaha dealer make this adjust ment NOTE Apply the parking brake before replacing the V belt 1 Remove the shroud and the left side cov er and then remove the drive guard See...

Page 62: ...moving or adding a spacer on each V belt position adjusting bolt 1 V belt 1 Edge of the secondary sheave assembly 2 V belt position Standard V belt position From 1 5 mm 0 06 in above the edge of the secondary sheave assembly to 0 5 mm 0 02 in below the edge 1 V belt position adjusting bolt 2 Spacer V belt position Adjustment More than 1 5 mm 0 06 in above the edge Remove spacer From 1 5 mm 0 06 in...

Page 63: ...e still hot with any part of your body or cloth ing during inspection or repair To check the drive chain housing oil level 1 Place the snowmobile on a level surface 2 Remove the shroud and the right side cover See page 42 for removal proce dures 3 Remove the dipstick wipe it off with a clean rag and then insert it back into the filler hole 4 Remove the dipstick and check that the oil is between th...

Page 64: ...osen the locknut 3 Turn the chain tension adjusting bolt clockwise until it is finger tight and then loosen it 1 4 turn 4 Hold the chain tension adjusting bolt in place while tightening the locknut 5 Install the right side cover and the shroud ESU12130 Brake and parking brake WARNING EWS00440 A soft spongy feeling in the brake lever indicates a failure in the brake system 1 Maximum level mark 2 Mi...

Page 65: ...e pads for wear If the brake pads reach the wear limit ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them Checking the parking brake pads Check the parking brake pads for wear by measuring the thickness of the pads If the parking brake pads reach the wear limit ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them To adjust the parking brake As the parking brake pads wear adjustment may be necessary to ensure proper brake perform...

Page 66: ...ean it up immediately Place the snowmobile on a level surface Check that the brake fluid is above the lower level and replenish when necessary Changing the brake fluid WARNING EWS00470 Make sure that the brake fluid and the above parts are replaced by a Yamaha dealer Brake fluid replacement is necessary when the following components are replaced during the periodic maintenance or if they are dam a...

Page 67: ...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 3 If the alignment is not correct consult a Yamaha dealer ESU12151 Steering system Check the handlebar for excessive free play To check the handlebar 1 Push the handlebar up and down and back and forth 2 Turn the handlebar slightly to the right a...

Page 68: ...amaged to the depth where fabric reinforcement material is visible or support rods are broken Otherwise track damage or fail ure could result in loss of braking ability and snowmobile control which could cause an accident Checking the drive track WARNING EWS00490 Do not operate the snowmobile if you find damage to the drive track or if it has been maladjusted Drive track damage or failure could re...

Page 69: ... 3 Start the engine and rotate the drive track one or two turns Stop the engine 4 Check the drive track alignment with the slide runners If the alignment is incorrect align the drive track by turning the left and right adjusting nuts 1 Drive track deflection Standard drive track deflection RX10GT 30 0 35 0 mm 1 18 1 38 in RX10GTA 30 0 35 0 mm 1 18 1 38 in RX10LTGT 25 0 30 0 mm 0 98 1 18 in RX10LTG...

Page 70: ...or wear and dam age If the slide runners reach the wear limit they should be replaced 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 specified Less than specified Left adjusting nut Turn in Turn out Right adjust ing nut Turn in Turn out Rear axle nut ti...

Page 71: ...ould become frozen which could cause loss of control Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer lubri cate the front and rear suspensions ESU12220 Replacing a headlight bulb WARNING EWS00530 Keep flammable products and your hands away from the hot bulb until it has cooled down 1 Remove the top cover See page 42 for removal procedures 2 Remove the screws and then remove the headlight access panel Lubricant Lo...

Page 72: ...part of the bulb or its life and illumi nation will be affected If the glass is oil stained thoroughly clean it with a cloth moistened with alcohol or lacquer thinner 8 Install the bulb holder cover and then connect the headlight coupler 9 Install the headlight access panel and the top cover 1 Screw 1 Screw 2 Headlight access panel 1 Headlight coupler 2 Bulb holder cover 1 Bulb holder Bulb type Ha...

Page 73: ...ctrolyte is poisonous and dan gerous It contains sulfuric acid and can cause severe burns Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing ANTIDOTE EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of wa ter or milk Follow with milk of magne sia beaten egg or vegetable oil Call physician immediately EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Batteries produce explosive g...

Page 74: ... down and then discon nect the air filter case drain hose 7 Remove the air filter case 8 Disconnect the negative battery lead 9 Replace the blown fuse with one of the proper amperage 1 Headlight unit bolt 1 Fastener 2 Air temperature sensor coupler 1 Joint clamp screw 1 Crankcase breather hose clamp 2 Bypass air hose clamp 3 Crankcase breather hose 4 Bypass air hose 1 Air filter case drain hose cl...

Page 75: ...Fuel injection system fuse 3 Main fuse 1 HEAD headlight fuse 2 SIG signal fuse 3 DC TERM auxiliary DC jack fuse 4 IGN ignition fuse 5 BACK UP backup fuse 6 FAN radiator fan fuse 7 Spare fuse 8 ECS electronically controlled rear shock absorber fuse Specified fuses Main fuse 40 0 A Fuel injection system fuse 10 0 A HEAD headlight fuse 20 0 A SIG signal fuse 10 0 A DC TERM auxiliary DC jack fuse 3 0 ...

Page 76: ...r the left and right side covers and the shroud NOTE If the fuse immediately blows again ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect the snowmobile Headlight unit bolt tightening torque 3 Nm 0 3 m kgf 2 2 ft lb U8GD12E0 book Page 70 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

Page 77: ...maged gasket Replace gas ket Worn or damaged piston and cylinder Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect Discharged battery If the battery is discharged the engine can be started using a fully charged 12 volt battery and jumper cables Two connecting leads have been provided for jump starting the snowmobile Due to the rubber engine mount ing the snowmobile frame is not a suitable grounding point for jump st...

Page 78: ...umper cable to the black con necting lead Do not reverse the connec tions 4 Pull the red connecting lead cover to expose the terminal through the slit in the cover and then connect the red jump er cable to the red connecting lead 5 Connect the other end of the red jumper cable to the positive terminal of the booster battery 6 Connect the black jumper cable to the negative terminal of the booster b...

Page 79: ...k connec tions or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect Discharged battery Charge battery or see Starting the engine with a discharged bat tery above Seized engine Seizure is caused by poor lubrication inadequate fuel or an air leak Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect Engine power is low Low coolant temperature indicator light is flashing Warm the engine up Faulty spark plugs Clean or replace the spark plugs ...

Page 80: ...ith the driveline See V belt twists above Engine does not upshift or downshift properly or engages harshly Worn or damaged V belt Replace the V belt or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect Incorrect V belt clutch settings for altitude or conditions Ask a Yamaha dealer to in spect Worn or sticking primary sheave assembly Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect Worn or sticking secondary sheave assem bly Ask a Yam...

Page 81: ... chamber and crankshaft from corrosion An alternate meth od is to remove the intake silencer and squirt oil into the throttle bodies while the engine is running CAUTION ECS00680 Do not attempt to store the snowmobile by simply starting the engine occasionally during the storage period This can cause more harm than good Moisture and acids form during combustion which can actual ly increase the chan...

Page 82: ...preferably one that is designed for it Do not use a plastic or vinyl cover condensation could be trapped un derneath which could increase the chances of rusting Returning to service after storage When returning your snowmobile to service install the V belt and battery and adjust the drive track Remove the spark plugs and clean or replace them if necessary Perform all other pre oper ation and seaso...

Page 83: ...rglass rod reinforced Type Internal drive type Width 381 mm 15 0 in Deflection RX10GT 30 0 35 0 mm 1 18 1 38 in RX10GTA 30 0 35 0 mm 1 18 1 38 in RX10LTGT 25 0 30 0 mm 0 98 1 18 in RX10LTGTA 25 0 30 0 mm 0 98 1 18 in Length on ground RX10GT 768 mm 30 2 in RX10GTA 768 mm 30 2 in RX10LTGT 960 mm 37 8 in RX10LTGTA 960 mm 37 8 in Rear suspension Type Slide rail suspension Track sprocket wheel Material...

Page 84: ... Operation Handle lever left hand operated Throttle Operation Handle lever right hand operated Electrical system Ignition system T C I Spark plug Manufacturer NGK Model CR9EB Gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in Battery Model YTX14 BS Voltage capacity 12 V 12 0 Ah Ten hour rate amperage 1 2 A Bulb voltage wattage quantity Headlight 12 V 60 55 W 2 Headlight bulb type Halogen bulb Tail brake light LED Mete...

Page 85: ... 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 ...

Page 86: ... 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 a...

Page 87: ...il 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 ...

Page 88: ...all 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 89: ...Consumer information 83 ESU12510 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S U8GD12E0 book Page 83 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

Page 90: ...t bulb replacing 65 High beam indicator light 14 High altitude settings 49 I Identification numbers 79 L Label locations 4 Low coolant temperature indicator light 14 Lubrication 65 M Main switch 10 O Oil level warning indicator 17 P Parking brake lever 21 Part locations 7 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system 38 Pre operation check list 29 R Rear suspension damping force adjus...

Page 91: ...Index Transporting 37 Troubleshooting 71 V Valve clearance 49 V belt 54 V belt holders 23 U8GD12E0 book Page 2 Tuesday March 20 2007 1 04 PM ...

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