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OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE
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INSTRUKTIONSBOK
OMISTAJAN KÄSIKIRJA
EIERHÅNDBOK
PZ50RTA
PZ50GTA
PZ50MTA
PZ50VTA
PZ50MPA
8GK-28199-S4
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YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
PRINTED IN JAPAN
2010.06-0.5×1 CR
PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
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before operating this vehicle.
OWNER’S MANUAL
PZ50RTA
PZ50GTA
PZ50MTA
PZ50VTA
PZ50MPA
8GK-28199-S4-E0
ESU12548
Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual
should stay with this vehicle if it is sold.
RPZ50M (PZ50MT) (JYE8GP00
∗
BA012155- )
RPZ50MP (PZ50MP) (JYE8GR00
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BA010199- )
RPZ50S (PZ50RT) (JYE8GN00
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BA009900- )
RPZ50VT (PZ50VT) (JYE8GJ00
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BA008653- )
EC Declaration of Conformity
conforming to Directive, 2006/42/EC
(
Make, model
)
to which this declaration applies, conforms to the essential health and
safety requirements of Directive, 2006/42/EC
and to the other relevant Directives of EEC
2004
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EC
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Title and
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or number and date of issue of the other Directives of EEC
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If applicable
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If applicable
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ect correct
application
of the
essential
health
and safety
requirements
stated in the Directives of EEC, the
following-standards and
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or
technical
specifications were consulted:
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Title and
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General Manager
RV Engineering Division
MC Operations
Signature
Date of Issue
Shinya Shimada
17 December, 2009
YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.
Koolhovenlaan 101, 1119 NC Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands
We, YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Japan,
declare in sole responsibility, that the product
Authorized Representative
Introduction
ESU10131
Congratulations on your purchase of a
Yamaha snowmobile. This model is the result
of Yamaha’s vast experience in the produc-
tion of fine sporting and touring snowmobiles.
It represents the high degree of craftsmanship
and reliability that have made Yamaha a lead-
er in these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of
the operation, inspection, and basic mainte-
nance of this snowmobile. If you have any
questions concerning the operation or main-
tenance of your snowmobile, please consult a
Yamaha dealer.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in
product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current product
information available at the time of printing,
there may be minor discrepancies between
your snowmobile and this manual. If there is
any question concerning this manual, please
consult a Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWS00670
Please read this manual carefully before
operating this snowmobile. Do not attempt
to operate this snowmobile until you have
attained adequate knowledge of its con-
trols and operating features.
Regular inspections and careful mainte-
nance, along with good operating tech-
niques, will help ensure that you safely
enjoy the capabilities and reliability of this
snowmobile.
PZ50RTA
PZ50GTA
PZ50MTA
PZ50VTA
PZ50MPA
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2010 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, June 2010
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
Important manual information
ESU10151
Particularly important information is distin-
guished in this manual by the following nota-
tions.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential personal injury haz-
ards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
EWS00021
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
NOTICE
ECS00011
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.
Contents
Location of the important labels ..... 1
Safety information .......................... 16
Description ...................................... 18
Control functions ............................ 20
Main switch .................................. 20
Throttle lever ................................ 20
Throttle override system
(T.O.R.S.) .................................. 20
Multi-function meter unit ............... 21
High beam indicator light .............. 22
Low coolant temperature indicator
light ............................................ 22
Knock control system indicator
light ............................................ 23
Drive indicator light and reverse
indicator light ............................. 23
Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer
level indicator ............................ 23
Fuel level warning indicator .......... 25
Oil level/pressure warning
indicator ..................................... 25
Coolant temperature warning
indicator ..................................... 26
Self-diagnosis device ................... 26
Drive select switch ....................... 27
Engine stop switch ....................... 27
Headlight beam switch
“LIGHTS” ................................... 27
Grip/thumb warmer adjusting
switch ........................................ 28
Auxiliary DC jack
(PZ50VT / PZ50MP) .................. 28
Brake lever ................................... 28
Parking brake lever ...................... 29
Drive guard ................................... 29
V-belt holder
(PZ50VT / PZ50MP) .................. 30
Passenger grip warmer switch
[PZ50VT / PZ50MP (CAN)] ....... 30
Backrest (PZ50VT / PZ50MP) ..... 31
Storage pouch .............................. 31
Rear carrier (PZ50VT /
PZ50MP) ................................... 32
Tow hitch [PZ50VT (CAN) /
PZ50MP (CAN)(RUS)] and tow
hitch bracket
[PZ50VT (FIN)(SWE) /
PZ50MP (FIN)(SWE)] ............... 32
Fuel .............................................. 33
Suspension .................................. 35
Pre-operation checks ..................... 44
Pre-operation check list ............... 44
Operation ......................................... 46
Starting the engine ....................... 46
Break-in ........................................ 47
Riding your snowmobile ............... 47
Maximizing drive track life ............ 51
Strap (PZ50MT) ........................... 52
Driving .......................................... 52
Stopping the engine ..................... 53
Transporting ................................. 53
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment....................................... 55
Periodic maintenance chart for the
emission control system ........... 55
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ........................ 57
Tool kit ......................................... 59
Removing and installing the
shroud and covers .................... 59
Checking the spark plugs ............. 63
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ........................................ 64
Adjusting the throttle lever free
play (PZ50RT / PZ50GT /
PZ50MT) ................................... 64
Checking the throttle lever free
play (PZ50VT / PZ50MP) .......... 65
Contents
Checking the throttle override
system (T.O.R.S.) ..................... 65
Checking the air filter ................... 66
High-altitude settings .................... 66
Valve clearance ............................ 67
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 67
Cooling system ............................. 70
V-belt ............................................ 72
Drive chain housing ...................... 74
Brake and parking brake .............. 75
Skis and ski runners ..................... 77
Steering system ........................... 78
Drive track and slide runners ....... 79
High-profile pattern drive track ..... 81
Lubrication .................................... 82
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 83
Adjusting the headlight beams ..... 84
Fittings and fasteners ................... 84
Battery .......................................... 84
Replacing a fuse .......................... 85
Troubleshooting ............................. 87
Storage ............................................ 90
Specifications ................................. 92
Consumer information.................... 95
Identification number records ....... 95
Vehicle Emission Control
Information label
(for CANADA) ............................ 95
WARRANTY.................................. 95
Location of the important labels
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ESU12678
Read and understand all of the labels on your vehicle. They contain important information for
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 deal-
er.
For CANADA
1420 15 16
18 17
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11
10
8
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Location of the important labels
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NOTICE ATTENTION
8HA-2815M-E0
1 PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT
1 PZ50VT/PZ50MP
2 PZ50MT
Location of the important labels
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NOTICE
8ET-2815K-00
ATTENTION
8ET-2815K-10
8GC-2415E-E0
• PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE.
MIN. OCTANE (PUMP : 91 RON : 95)
• ESSENCE SUPER SANS PLOMB.
INDICE D’OCTANE MIN. (POMPE : 91 RON : 95)
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
1.SPARK PLUG
2.SPARK PLUG GAP
3.IDLE SPEED
SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT
MOTEUR
1.TYPE DE BOUGIE
2.ECARTEMENT DES ÉLECTRODES
3.RÉGIME DE RALENTI
CR9EKB(NGK)
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm (0.024 ~ 0.028 in)
1800 ± 100 r/min
CR9EKB(NGK)
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm
1800 ± 100 r/min
8GC
8GC-1417E-01
3 PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT
4 PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT
8
9
10
5 PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT
6 PZ50VT/PZ50MP
7 PZ50MT
Location of the important labels
4
20kg {44lbs}
LOAD LIMIT / CHARGE LIMITE
8FM-24897-01
88C-77769-00
DRIVE
1. CHAIN CASE OIL Q’TY
2. CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE
3. TRACK TENSION
* FOR MORE INFO: SEE SERVICE MANUAL FOR THIS
MODEL.
* SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTICE.
ENTRAÎNEMENT
1. CAPACITÉ D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE
2. TYPE D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE
3. FLÈCHE DE LA CHENILLE
* POUR PLUS DE DÉTAIL: VOIR LE MANUEL D’ATELIER
POUR CE MODÈLE.
* LES CARACTÉRISTIQUE TECHNIQUES SONT
SUSCEPTIBLES DE CHANGER SANS NOTIFICATION
PRÉALABLE.
250 cm³ (8.5 oz)
GL-3 75W or 80W
30 ~ 35 mm (1.18 ~ 1.38 in)/100 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
250 cm³
GL-3 75W or 80W
8ES-47578-00
30 ~ 35 mm/100 N (10 kg)
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT
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12
13 PZ50MT
14 PZ50VT/PZ50MP
15
Location of the important labels
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WARNING
This unit contains high pressure nitrogen gas.
Mishandling can cause explosion.
• Read owner’s manual for instructions.
• Do not incinerate, puncture or open.
AVERTISSEMENT
Cette unité contient de I’azote à haute pression.
Une mauvaise manipulation peut entraîner d’explosion.
• Voir le manuel d’utilisateur pour les instructions.
• Ne pas brûler ni perforer ni ouvrir.
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This spark ignition system meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule
respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.
3JK-82377-10
MAX. TOWING FORCE
FORCE DE REMORQUAGE MAX.
1176 N (120 kgf), 264 lbf
MAX. VERTICAL FORCE
FORCE VERTICALE MAX.
147 N (15 kgf), 33 lbf
8GS-2817S-E0
16
17 PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT/PZ50MP
18 PZ50GT/PZ50MT/PZ50MP
19 PZ50MP
18 PZ50RT
19 PZ50GT
19 PZ50RT
20 PZ50VT/PZ50MP
Location of the important labels
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For EUROPE
11 12 13
14
9
1
2
34
15
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7
6
5
10
Location of the important labels
7
8HA-2815M-S0
VIKTIGT MUISTA
8GC-2415E-E0
• PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE.
MIN. OCTANE (PUMP : 91 RON : 95)
• ESSENCE SUPER SANS PLOMB.
INDICE D’OCTANE MIN. (POMPE : 91 RON : 95)
2 PZ50MT
3 PZ50RT/PZ50MT
4 PZ50VT/PZ50MP
5 PZ50MT
1
Location of the important labels
8
20kg {44lbs}
MAX.BELASTNING/RASKAIN TAAKKA
8FM-24897-11
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
1.SPARK PLUG
2.SPARK PLUG GAP
3.IDLE SPEED
SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT
MOTEUR
1.TYPE DE BOUGIE
2.ECARTEMENT DES ÉLECTRODES
3.RÉGIME DE RALENTI
CR9EKB(NGK)
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm (0.024 ~ 0.028 in)
1800 ± 100 r/min
CR9EKB(NGK)
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm
1800 ± 100 r/min
8GC
8GC-1417E-01
DRIVE
1. CHAIN CASE OIL Q’TY
2. CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE
3. TRACK TENSION
* FOR MORE INFO: SEE SERVICE MANUAL FOR THIS
MODEL.
* SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTICE.
ENTRAÎNEMENT
1. CAPACITÉ D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE
2. TYPE D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE
3. FLÈCHE DE LA CHENILLE
* POUR PLUS DE DÉTAIL: VOIR LE MANUEL D’ATELIER
POUR CE MODÈLE.
* LES CARACTÉRISTIQUE TECHNIQUES SONT
SUSCEPTIBLES DE CHANGER SANS NOTIFICATION
PRÉALABLE.
250 cm³ (8.5 oz)
GL-3 75W or 80W
30 ~ 35 mm (1.18 ~ 1.38 in)/100 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
250 cm³
GL-3 75W or 80W
8ES-47578-00
30 ~ 35 mm/100 N (10 kg)
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT
<
1176 N
<
147 N
8HF-2817S-00
7
8
9 PZ50MT
10 PZ50VT/PZ50MP 11 PZ50VT/PZ50MP
6
Location of the important labels
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8GN-2156A-10
RPZ50S
58.8 kW 251 kg
8GP-2156A-10
RPZ50M
58.8 kW 263 kg
8GJ-2156A-10
RPZ50VT
58.8 kW 304 kg
8GR-2156A-10
RPZ50MP
58.8 kW 305 kg
8AC-2817L-00
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN
2010
13 PZ50RT
13 PZ50MT
13 PZ50VT
13 PZ50MP
12
Location of the important labels
10
WARNING
This unit contains high pressure nitrogen gas.
Mishandling can cause explosion.
• Read owner’s manual for instructions.
• Do not incinerate, puncture or open.
AVERTISSEMENT
Cette unité contient de I’azote à haute pression.
Une mauvaise manipulation peut entraîner d’explosion.
• Voir le manuel d’utilisateur pour les instructions.
• Ne pas brûler ni perforer ni ouvrir.
8GT-22259-50
15 PZ50RT
14
15 PZ50MT/PZ50VT/PZ50MP
Location of the important labels
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Familiarize yourself with the following pictograms and read the explanatory text.
******
*** kW *** kg
1
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YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN
****
1
Read the Owner’s manual.
This unit contains high-pressure nitrogen gas.
Mishandling can cause an explosion. Do not incinerate,
puncture or open.
This pictogram shows the sled hitch tow weight limit
(combined weight of the sled and all cargo in the sled).
Overloading can cause loss of control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury or death.
This pictogram shows the sled hitch tongue weight limit
(weight on the sled tongue).
Overloading can cause loss of control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury or death.
1
2
3
Model Name
Max. Power
Mass In Running Order
1
Year of construction
Location of the important labels
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For RUSSIA
11 12 13 14
15
9
1
2
34
16
8
7
6
5
10
Location of the important labels
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8HA-2815M-S0
VIKTIGT MUISTA
8GC-2415E-E0
• PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE.
MIN. OCTANE (PUMP : 91 RON : 95)
• ESSENCE SUPER SANS PLOMB.
INDICE D’OCTANE MIN. (POMPE : 91 RON : 95)
8GP-77761-30
8GR-77761-R1
2 PZ50MT
3 PZ50MT
4 PZ50MP
5 PZ50MT
1
Location of the important labels
14
20kg {44lbs}
MAX.BELASTNING/RASKAIN TAAKKA
8FM-24897-11
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE
1.SPARK PLUG
2.SPARK PLUG GAP
3.IDLE SPEED
SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT
MOTEUR
1.TYPE DE BOUGIE
2.ECARTEMENT DES ÉLECTRODES
3.RÉGIME DE RALENTI
CR9EKB(NGK)
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm (0.024 ~ 0.028 in)
1800 ± 100 r/min
CR9EKB(NGK)
0.6 ~ 0.7 mm
1800 ± 100 r/min
8GC
8GC-1417E-01
DRIVE
1. CHAIN CASE OIL Q’TY
2. CHAIN CASE OIL TYPE
3. TRACK TENSION
* FOR MORE INFO: SEE SERVICE MANUAL FOR THIS
MODEL.
* SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTICE.
ENTRAÎNEMENT
1. CAPACITÉ D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE
2. TYPE D’HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE
3. FLÈCHE DE LA CHENILLE
* POUR PLUS DE DÉTAIL: VOIR LE MANUEL D’ATELIER
POUR CE MODÈLE.
* LES CARACTÉRISTIQUE TECHNIQUES SONT
SUSCEPTIBLES DE CHANGER SANS NOTIFICATION
PRÉALABLE.
250 cm³ (8.5 oz)
GL-3 75W or 80W
30 ~ 35 mm (1.18 ~ 1.38 in)/100 N (10 kg, 22 lb)
250 cm³
GL-3 75W or 80W
8ES-47578-00
30 ~ 35 mm/100 N (10 kg)
TUNE-UP SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT
8HA-77762-R0
<
1176 N
<
147 N
8HF-2817S-00
7
8
9 PZ50MT
10 PZ50MP 11 PZ50MP
6
Location of the important labels
15
8GP-2156A-10
RPZ50M
58.8 kW 263 kg
8GR-2156A-10
RPZ50MP
58.8 kW 305 kg
8AC-2817L-00
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 SHINGAI, IWATA, JAPAN
2010
14 15
16
13 PZ50MT
13 PZ50MP
12
Safety information
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ESU10193
As the vehicle’s owner, you are responsible
for the safe and proper operation of your
snowmobile. When you ride your snowmo-
bile, you must know and use the following for
your safety. Severe injury or death may result
if you ignore any of the following.
Before you operate your snowmobile
● Read the Owner’s Manual and all labels.
Become familiar with all of the operating
controls and their function. Consult a
Yamaha dealer about any control or func-
tion you do not understand.
● Wear protective clothing. Wear an ap-
proved helmet, and a face shield or gog-
gles. Also, wear a good quality snowmobile
suit, boots, and a pair of gloves or mittens
that will permit use of your thumbs and fin-
gers for operation of the controls.
● Do not operate the snowmobile after or
while drinking alcohol or taking drugs. Your
ability to operate the snowmobile is re-
duced by the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Prepare your snowmobile
● Perform the pre-operation checks each
time you use the vehicle to make sure it is
in safe operating condition. Failure to in-
spect or maintain the vehicle properly in-
creases the possibility of an accident or
equipment damage. See page 44 for a list
of pre-operation checks.
● Apply the parking brake before starting the
engine. Never drive the snowmobile with
the parking brake applied. This may over-
heat the brake disc and reduce braking abil-
ity.
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.
● PZ50RT, PZ50GT and PZ50MT are de-
signed to carry the OPERATOR ONLY.
Passengers are prohibited. Carrying a pas-
senger can cause loss of control.
● Be careful where you ride. There may be
obstacles hidden beneath the snow. Stay
on established trails to minimize your expo-
sure to hazards. Ride slowly and cautiously
when you ride off of established trails. Hit-
ting a rock or stump, or running into wires
could cause an accident and injury.
● This snowmobile is not designed for use on
surfaces other than snow or ice. Use on dirt,
sand, grass, rocks, or bare pavement may
cause loss of control and may damage the
snowmobile.
● Always ride with other snowmobilers when
going on a ride. You may need help if you
run out of fuel, have an accident, or damage
your snowmobile.
Safety information
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● Many surfaces such as ice and hardpacked
snow require much longer stopping distanc-
es. Be alert, plan ahead and begin deceler-
ating early. The best braking method on
most surfaces is to release the throttle and
apply the brake gently—not suddenly.
Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon monox-
ide, a deadly gas. Breathing carbon monoxide
can cause headaches, dizziness, drowsiness,
nausea, confusion, and eventually death.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless,
tasteless gas which may be present even if
you do not see or smell any engine exhaust.
Deadly levels of carbon monoxide can collect
rapidly and you can quickly be overcome and
be unable to save yourself. Also, deadly lev-
els of carbon monoxide can linger for hours or
days in enclosed or poorly-ventilated areas. If
you experience any symptoms of carbon
monoxide poisoning, leave the area immedi-
ately, get fresh air, and SEEK MEDICAL
TREATMENT.
● Do not run the engine indoors. Even if you
try to ventilate engine exhaust with fans or
open windows and doors, carbon monoxide
can rapidly reach dangerous levels.
● Do not run the engine in poorly ventilated or
partially enclosed areas such as barns, ga-
rages, or carports.
● Do not run the engine outdoors where en-
gine exhaust can be drawn into a building
through openings such as windows and
doors.
Genuine Yamaha Accessories
Choosing accessories for your snowmobile is
an important decision. Genuine Yamaha Ac-
cessories, which are available only from a
Yamaha dealer, have been designed, tested,
and approved by Yamaha for use on your
snowmobile. Many companies with no con-
nection to Yamaha manufacture parts and ac-
cessories 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 side for
maintenance, use a suitable stand to keep
it in a stable and level position.
● Do not leave the snowmobile on its left side
for an extended period of time. Fuel may
leak out from the fuel breather hose.
● Do not allow anyone to stand behind the
snowmobile when starting, inspecting, or
adjusting the snowmobile. A broken track,
track fittings, or debris thrown by the track
could be dangerous to the operator or by-
standers.
● Modifications made to the snowmobile not
approved by Yamaha, or the removal of
original equipment may render your snow-
mobile unsafe for use, which may cause se-
vere personal injury. Modifications may
also make the snowmobile illegal to use.
● Never store the snowmobile with fuel in the
fuel tank inside a building where ignition
sources are present such as hot water and
space heaters, an open flame, sparks,
clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the en-
gine to cool off before storing the snowmo-
bile in an enclosed space.
Description
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ESU10261
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PZ50GT PZ50VT/PZ50MP
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1. Storage pouch
2. Tool kit
3. Air filter
4. Oil filler cap
5. Battery
6. Main fuse
7. Fuse box
8. Coolant reservoir
9. V-belt holder (PZ50VT / PZ50MP)
10. Strap (PZ50MT)
11. Passenger grip warmer switch [PZ50VT /
PZ50MP (CAN)]
12. Backrest (PZ50VT / PZ50MP)
13. Rear carrier (PZ50VT / PZ50MP)
14. Tail/brake light
15. Tow hitch [PZ50VT (CAN) / PZ50MP
(CAN)(RUS)]
16. Tow hitch bracket [PZ50VT (FIN)(SWE) /
PZ50MP (FIN)(SWE)]
17. Slide rail suspension
18. Drive track
19. Idle adjusting screw
Description
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● 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.
PZ50RT/PZ50GT/PZ50MT PZ50VT/PZ50MP
1. Brake lever
2. Parking brake lever
3. Grip/thumb warmer adjusting switch
4. Headlight beam switch
5. Multi-function meter unit
6. Engine stop switch
7. Throttle lever
8. Shroud latch (PZ50VT / PZ50MP)
9. Main switch
10. Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT / PZ50MP)
Control functions
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Main switch
The main switch controls the ignition and
lighting systems. The various positions are
described below.
Off
The ignition circuit is switched off.
The key can be removed only in this position.
On
The ignition circuit is switched on.
Start
The starting circuit is switched on.
The starter motor cranks the engine.
NOTICE: Release the switch immediately
after the engine starts.
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The headlights and taillight come on after the
engine is started.
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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 snowmobile
by varying the throttle position. Because the
throttle is spring-loaded, the snowmobile will
decelerate, and the engine will return to idle
when it is released.
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Throttle override system
(T.O.R.S.)
WARNING
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If the T.O.R.S. is activated, make sure that
the cause of the malfunction has been cor-
rected and that the engine can be operated
without a problem before restarting the
engine. Continuing to operate with a mal-
function could cause loss of control or
damage.
If the throttle valves or throttle cable malfunc-
tions during operation, the T.O.R.S. will be ac-
tivated when the throttle lever is released.
The T.O.R.S. is designed to override the fuel
injection and limit the engine speed to less
than the clutch engagement speed if the throt-
tle valves fail to return to the idle position
when the throttle lever is released. (See page
92 for the clutch engagement speed.)
1. Off
2. On
3. Start
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1. Throttle lever
Idling Riding
Malfunc-
tion
Throttle
lever
Released Squeezed Released
Throttle
valve
Closed Open Open
T.O. R.S.
Engine
runs
properly.
Engine
runs
properly.
T. O. R .S .
will be ac-
tivated.
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If the T.O.R.S. is activated, the warning light
and engine trouble warning indicator will
flash, and the two-digit code “84” will flash in
the meter display. If this occurs, have a
Yamaha dealer check the system as soon as
possible.
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Multi-function meter unit
The multi-function meter unit is equipped with
the following:
● a digital speedometer
● an odometer
● a tripmeter (which shows the distance trav-
eled since it was last set to zero)
● an engine speed meter (which shows the
engine speed; not for use while riding)
● warning indicators (which show engine
trouble, coolant temperature, fuel level, oil
level, and oil pressure warnings)
● indicator lights (which show high beam, low
coolant temperature, transmission position,
and knock control system conditions)
● a warning light (which shows warnings to-
gether with the warning indicators)
● a fuel meter (which shows the fuel remain-
ing in the fuel tank)
● a grip/thumb warmer level indicator (which
shows the grip warmer or the thumb warm-
er level)
When the key is turned to the on position, the
warning light, the low coolant temperature in-
dicator light, the knock control system indica-
tor light, the drive indicator light, the reverse
indicator light, and all segments of the meter
display come on and go off.
The grip warmer level is initially displayed for
5 seconds, then the display switches to the
fuel meter.
1. Warning light “”
2. Engine trouble warning indicator “”
3. Two-digit code “84”
1. Meter display
2. Drive indicator light “”
3. Reverse indicator light “”
4. Drive select switch
5. Knock control system indicator light “”
6. High beam indicator light “”
7. Low coolant temperature indicator
light “”
8. Warning light “”
9. “RESET” button
10. “SELECT” button
11. Warning indicators
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3
4
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10
1
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Control functions
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Odometer, tripmeter, and engine
speed meter modes
Pushing the “SELECT” button switches the
display between the odometer mode “ODO”,
tripmeter mode “TRIP”, and engine speed
meter mode “r/min” in the following order:
ODO → TRIP → r/min → ODO
To reset the tripmeter, push the “RESET” but-
ton for at least 1 second while the tripmeter is
displayed.
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● To switch the speedometer, odometer, and
tripmeter displays between kilometers and
miles, select the odometer mode “ODO”,
and then push the “SELECT” button for at
least 10 seconds while the snowmobile is
stopped.
● Use the engine speed meter only when
checking the snowmobile and performing
basic maintenance. The engine speed
meter should not be used while riding the
snowmobile since the reading will vary from
the actual engine speed.
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High beam indicator light “”
The high beam indicator light comes on when
the high beams of the headlights are switched
on. (See page 27 for headlight beam switch
operation.)
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Low coolant temperature indi-
cator light “”
The low coolant temperature indicator light
comes on when the coolant temperature is
low and informs the 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.
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Drive the snowmobile at low speeds when the
low coolant temperature indicator light is on. If
the engine speed is too high, maximum en-
gine speed is reduced to protect the engine.
1. Odometer/tripmeter/engine speed meter
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1. High beam indicator light “”
1. Low coolant temperature indicator
light “”
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