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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
SR10RE
SR10RSE
SR10LE
SR10LSE
SR10XSE
LIT-12628-03-16
8JR-F8199-70

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  • Page 1 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. OPERATOR'S MANUAL SR10RE SR10RSE SR10LE SR10LSE SR10XSE LIT-12628-03-16 8JR-F8199-70...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Foreword ............2 Lubrication..........17-18 General Information ........3-12 Chain Case............17 Snowmobile Identification........3 Rear Suspension ..........18 Control Locations ..........3 Maintenance ..........19-38 Gasoline-Oil............3 Periodic Maintenance Checklist....... 19 Engine Break-In..........4 Fuel System............. 20 Drive Belt Break-In ..........
  • Page 3: Parts And Accessories

    SELF AND OTHERS. Parts and Accessories When in need of replacement parts, oil, or accessories for your Yamaha Snowmo- bile, be sure to only use GENUINE YAMAHA PARTS, OIL, AND ACCESSO- RIES. Only genuine Yamaha parts, oil, and accessories are engineered to meet the standards and requirements of your Yamaha Snowmobile.
  • Page 4: Foreword

    Drive with caution, observe all state and local regulations, and respect the rights of others. ISMA members like Yamaha do their part to improve trails, spon- sor events, and generally support the sport of snowmobiling. As a member of the National Snowmobile Foundation, Yamaha promotes snowmobiling through edu- cation, charity, and research programs.
  • Page 5: General Information

    The Engine Serial Number (ESN) is parts, service, accessories, or warranty. If stamped into the crankcase of the engine. the complete engine must be replaced, ask the dealer to notify Yamaha for cor- rect registration information. Control Locations Shown are the typical control locations for Yamaha snowmobiles.
  • Page 6: Engine Break-In

    NOTE: After 800 km (500 miles) of  TEMP display will go out. operation, the engine oil must be changed and the oil filter replaced. If any engine trouble should occur dur- ing the engine break-in period, immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile.
  • Page 7: Speedometer/Tachometer/Digital Gauge

    If the indicator does not go out or if the Tachometer/Digital engine does not start, take the snowmo- bile to an authorized Yamaha Snowmo- Gauge bile dealer. If not under warranty, this service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner.
  • Page 8: Diagnostic Codes

    P1691 Forward relay open circuit a code has been activated, take the snow- P1692 Forward relay circuit low mobile to an authorized Yamaha Snow- P1694 Headlight relay open circuit mobile dealer for service. If not under P1695 Headlight relay circuit low...
  • Page 9: Handlebar Tilt

    If leakage or damage is detected, take the snowmobile to an authorized CAUTION Yamaha Snowmobile dealer for service. If not under warranty, this service is at Do not rotate the handlebar to a posi- the discretion and expense of the snow- tion that allows air to enter the brake system.
  • Page 10: Battery

    Jump-Starting ground polarity prior to connecting jumper cables. If not, severe electri-  NOTE: Yamaha does not recom- cal damage may occur. mend jump-starting a snowmobile with a dead battery but rather to 4. Move the vehicle to be used for the...
  • Page 11: Drive Clutch And Driven Clutch

    However, the drive clutch and driven clutch should be disassembled, cleaned, and inspected by an authorized Yamaha Snowmobile dealer after every 4000 km (2500 miles) or seasonally, whichever occurs first. This service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner.
  • Page 12: Shock Absorbers (Rebuildable Gas)

    Take the it will tend to dig the skis deeper into the snowmobile to an authorized Yamaha snow. Always use minimal speed when Snowmobile dealer for this service. If not...
  • Page 13: Access Panel/Hood

    2. Remove the torx-head screws secur- Operating in Reverse ing the hood (located on the underside ! WARNING of the hood above the front tube of the upper A-arm); then remove the torx- Use caution and minimal speed when head screws from the top-side of the operating the snowmobile in reverse.
  • Page 14: Towing

    Towing If the snowmobile is to be towed by another snowmobile, do not tow using the loops in the skis. The tow rope should be attached to the spindles. SNO-273  NOTE: Prior to lowering and secur- ing the seat, connect the seat heater harness connector.
  • Page 15: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Starting and Stopping 3. If the brake fluid is below the high brake fluid mark, add Yamaha Engine approved DOT 4 brake fluid until It is imperative that the brake system be the fluid is at the recommended checked for wear and proper operation level.
  • Page 16: Braking

    OFF position when the snowmobile ! WARNING is not being used. Leaving the ignition switch in the ON position will result in Use only Yamaha approved DOT 4 discharging the battery and possible brake fluid. Never substitute or mix damage to the battery.
  • Page 17: Emergency Stopping

    Emergency Stop interrupts ignition circuit take the snowmobile to an autho- Switch rized Yamaha Snowmobile dealer for Throttle/Ignition interrupts ignition circuit service. If not under warranty, this Monitor Switch service is at the discretion and...
  • Page 18: Varying Altitude Operation

    These changes affect drive the throttle monitor switch located in train components. Have a Yamaha dealer the right-side handlebar control. perform altitude-related service.  NOTE: If disconnection of the throt- ...
  • Page 19: Lubrication

    If the owner does not feel qualified, take the snowmo- Replacing Lubricant bile to an authorized Yamaha Snow- mobile dealer for this service. This  NOTE: Replacing the lubricant can service is at the discretion and...
  • Page 20: Rear Suspension

    Pour the recommended operating hours. chain lubricant through the shift actuator opening until the lubricant NOTE: Yamaha recommends that  is at least halfway up in the sight All-Temp Grease be used for this glass; then install the shift actuator procedure.
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Checklist Item Interval Page Remarks Brake System Daily Check for binding, leakage, and proper operation; lever firmness, travel, caliper, disc, and pads Cooling System - Liquid Daily 7,22 Check for leakage, damage, obstructions, coolant level Oil-Injection System Daily —...
  • Page 22: Fuel System

    In-Line Fuel Filter Yamaha recommends that the in-line fuel filter be replaced every 8000 km (5000 XM184A miles). The filter must be clean to allow ...
  • Page 23: Checking Engine Oil Level

    CAUTION Care must be taken not to over-fill the tank with oil. Changing Engine Oil/ Filter ! WARNING Engine oil is extremely hot immedi- 0747-833 ately after the engine is turned off. Checking Engine Oil Burning could occur if oil contacts Level skin or clothing.
  • Page 24: Coolant Level

    7. Install the engine oil drain screw snowmobile authorized with a new gasket. Tighten the screw Yamaha Snowmobile dealer for ser- to 1.0 kg-m (7.2 ft-lb). vice. If not under warranty, this ser- vice is at the discretion and expense 8.
  • Page 25: Spark Plugs

    Damage to the bile to an authorized Yamaha Snow- plug may occur. mobile dealer for this service. This service is at the discretion and 1.
  • Page 26  NOTE: If battery posts or cable ! WARNING ends have a build-up of white/green Battery posts, terminals, and related powder residue, apply water and accessories contain lead and lead baking soda to neutralize acid; then compounds, chemicals known to the flush off with warm soapy water.
  • Page 27: Fuses

    11. Secure the main black negative Battery Charging Chart cable and the small black negative (Constant-Current Charger) cable to the battery using a cap Battery Charge Time screw, lock washer, and a flat Charge Voltage Required (at 1.5- State washer. Tighten securely. (DC) 2.0 Amps) 12.5 (mini-...
  • Page 28: Brake System

    If the fuse continues to blow, take the snowmobile to an autho- CAUTION rized Yamaha Snowmobile dealer for ser- vice. If not under warranty, this service is Brake fluid is highly corrosive. Do not at the discretion and expense of the spill brake fluid on any surface of the snowmobile owner.
  • Page 29: Changing Brake Fluid

    If the owner does authorized Yamaha Snowmobile dealer not feel qualified, take the snowmo- for this service. This service is at the dis- bile to an authorized Yamaha Snow- cretion and expense of the snowmobile mobile dealer for this service. This owner.
  • Page 30 6. Measure the thickness of the brake pad. not feel qualified, take the snowmo- The brake pad thickness must be greater bile to an authorized Yamaha Snow- than 5.0 mm (0.20 in.). If the brake pad mobile dealer for this service. This...
  • Page 31: Burnishing Brake Pads

    Chain Tension  NOTE: If brake lever travel is not within specification, bleed the brake 1. Remove the shroud, right-side cover, system. and exhaust assembly. 12. Remove the reservoir cover and fill 2. Loosen the jam nut. the reservoir (if necessary) to the 3.
  • Page 32  NOTE: Drive belts should be pur- chased from an authorized Yamaha Snowmobile dealer, as Yamaha drive belts are made to exact specifica- tions and of quality material. Belts made by other manufacturers may not be of the same specifications or...
  • Page 33: Track Tension

    “ratchet” on the track drive sprockets. If extremely loose, the idler wheels may climb over the track lugs forcing the track against the tunnel causing the track to “lock.” Yamaha recommends that the 746-788A track tension be checked daily during the ...
  • Page 34: Track Alignment

    Excessive wear to the idler wheels, drive lugs, and track will occur if the track is improperly aligned. Yamaha recommends that the track alignment be checked once a week 0745-809 or whenever the track tension is adjusted.
  • Page 35: Suspension

    Take the shock absorber to a operating conditions, allow the idler Yamaha dealer for any service. wheels to climb over the track lugs forcing the track against the tunnel ...
  • Page 36 If the owner does desired pressure is attained. not feel qualified, take the snowmo- bile to an authorized Yamaha Snow-  NOTE: Pressing the button fully mobile dealer for this service. This...
  • Page 37: Lights

    When customizing the amount of ski pressure, be sure to adjust both straps equally and do not over-adjust the limiter straps to adversely affect steering and operator control of the snowmobile. Some experimentation may be required until the proper adjustment for the opera- tor’s individual style is obtained.
  • Page 38 Removing/Installing  NOTE: There should be an “aver- age” operating load on the snowmo- Headlight Bulb bile when adjusting headlight aim.  NOTE: The bulb portion of headlight is fragile. HANDLE WITH CARE. When 2. Measure the distance from the floor replacing the headlight bulb, the bulb to midpoint of the headlight.
  • Page 39: Ski Wear Bars

    1. Place the front of the snowmobile on To maintain positive steering characteris- a support stand. tics, Yamaha recommends that the ski wear 2. Remove the cotter pin; then remove bars be checked before each use and the slotted nut and cap screw secur- replaced if worn beyond 1/2 of the original ing the ski assembly to the spindle.
  • Page 40: Rail Wear Strips

    8. Repeat procedure for the other ski. up the wear strips; then cooling them Rail Wear Strips down) two or three times. Yamaha recommends that the wear strips  NOTE: The rail wear strips will be checked weekly and replaced as nec- wear rapidly if the snowmobile is essary.
  • Page 41: Performance Tips

    If the owner does not feel qualified, take the snowmobile to an autho- rized Yamaha Snowmobile dealer for SNO-338 this service. This service is at the Belt Position...
  • Page 42 DRIVE CLUTCH/DRIVEN 4. If offset adjustment needs to be CLUTCH OFFSET — If premature made, remove the driven clutch and drive belt wear is experienced or if the add shims (p/n 8JP-RA449-00: 2 mm, 8JP-RA448-00: 1 mm) to drive belt turns over, offset must be increase the offset or remove shims checked.
  • Page 43: Preparation For Storage

    Raise the track off the floor 5. Fill the gas tank to its rated capacity; by blocking up the back end making then add Yamaha Fuel Stabilizer to sure the snowmobile is secure. the gas tank following directions on...
  • Page 44: Preparation After Storage

    Yamaha rec- securely. ommends the following procedure: 6. If not done during preparation for 1. Clean the snowmobile thoroughly.
  • Page 45: Snowmobile Safety Rules

    Snowmobile Safety Rules...
  • Page 46: Consumer Information

    All new Yamaha snowmobiles purchased to normal wear or routine maintenance from an authorized Yamaha dealer in the including oil, spark plugs, clutch drive customer’s country of residence (United belts, slide runners, and tracks.
  • Page 47 PROVINCE. Q. Will the warranty be void or can- celed if I do not operate or main- SPECIAL EARLY-SEASON tain my new Yamaha exactly as WARRANTY EXTENSION specified in the Owner’s Manual? A special warranty extension is available for all new Yamaha snowmobiles pur-...
  • Page 48 480 GORDON BAKER RD request at any later date. Toronto, Ontario M2H 3B4 3. In addition, each Yamaha snow- When contacting Yamaha, be sure to mobile dealer is held responsible include the model, serial number, names, for his setup, service and war- dates, and receipts.
  • Page 49: Change Of Address

    This list is compiled from the purchase registra- tions sent to Yamaha by the selling dealer at the time of your purchase. If you should move after you have purchased...
  • Page 50 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) FOR U.S.A. CUSTOMERS...
  • Page 51 YAMAHA PROTECTION • With Yamaha Protection Plus, Yamaha is ready to step in to make PLUS (YPP) FOR any needed repairs (excluding those CANADIAN repairs due to normal wear or aging) CUSTOMERS using genuine parts and factory No one else offers you the superior engi-...

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