Yamaha VENTURE PZ5NXJ User manual

DIC183
OWNER’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully
before operating this vehicle.
PZ5NXJ
PZ5NTJ
8GK-28199-7A
LIT-12628-03-42
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ESU10043
Les émissions du moteur de ce produit contiennent
des substances chimiques connues dans l’État de
Californie 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.
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Introduction
ESU10122
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 snowmo-
biles. It represents the high degree of
craftsmanship and reliability that have made
Yamaha a leader 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 prod-
uct information available at the time of print-
ing, 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
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-
nance, along with good operating techni-
ques, will help ensure that you safely enjoy
the capabilities and reliability of this snow-
mobile.
PZ5NXJ
PZ5NTJ
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2017 by Yamaha Motor Corporation,
U.S.A.
1st Edition, February 2017
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor C orporation, U.S.A.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
P/N LIT-12628-03-42
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Important manual information
ESU10152
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
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.
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Contents
Location of the important labels...... 1
Safety information ............................. 6
Description.........................................9
Control functions............................. 11
Main switch ................................... 11
Throttle lever ................................. 11
Throttle override system
(T.O.R.S.).................................... 11
Multi-function meter unit............... 12
High beam indicator light ............. 13
Low coolant temperature
indicator light ............................ 13
Knock control system indicator
light ........................................... 14
Drive indicator light and reverse
indicator light ............................ 14
Fuel meter and grip/thumb
warmer level indicator................ 15
Fuel level warning indicator ......... 16
Oil level/pressure warning
indicator .................................... 16
Coolant temperature warning
indicator .................................... 17
Self-diagnosis device.................... 17
Drive select switch ........................ 18
Engine stop switch ....................... 18
Headlight beam switch
“LIGHTS” ................................... 18
Grip/thumb warmer adjusting
switch......................................... 19
Auxiliary DC jack (PZ5NT) ............. 19
Brake lever .................................... 20
Parking brake lever ....................... 20
Drive guard.................................... 20
V-belt holder (PZ5NT) ................... 21
Passenger grip warmer switch
(PZ5NT) ...................................... 21
Backrest (PZ5NT).......................... 22
Storage pouch .............................. 22
Rear carrier (PZ5NT) ..................... 23
Tow hitch (PZ5NT) ........................ 23
Fuel ............................................... 24
Suspension ................................... 25
Pre-operation checks ..................... 30
Pre-operation check list................ 30
Operation ......................................... 32
Starting the engine........................ 32
Break-in ........................................ 33
Riding your snowmobile ............... 33
Maximizing drive track life ............ 37
Driving........................................... 38
Stopping the engine ..................... 39
Transporting.................................. 39
Periodic maintenance and
adjustment....................................... 40
Periodic maintenance chart for
the emission control system...... 41
General maintenance and
lubrication chart ......................... 42
Tool kit .......................................... 44
Recommended equipment ........... 44
Removing and installing the
shroud and covers ..................... 44
Checking the spark plugs ............. 48
Adjusting the engine idling
speed ......................................... 49
Adjusting the throttle lever free
play (PZ5NX) .............................. 49
Checking the throttle lever free
play (PZ5NT) .............................. 50
Checking the throttle override
system (T.O.R.S.)....................... 50
Checking the air filter.................... 51
High-altitude settings.................... 52
Valve clearance............................. 52
Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ... 52
Cooling system ............................. 56
V-belt ............................................ 57
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Contents
Drive chain housing....................... 59
Brake and parking brake............... 61
Skis and ski runners...................... 63
Steering system ............................ 64
Drive track and slide runners ........ 64
High-profile pattern drive track ..... 67
Lubrication .................................... 68
Replacing a headlight bulb ........... 68
Adjusting the headlight beams ..... 69
Fittings and fasteners.................... 70
Battery........................................... 70
Replacing a fuse ........................... 71
Troubleshooting .............................. 73
Storage ............................................. 76
Specifications .................................. 78
Consumer information.................... 80
Identification numbers .................. 80
Vehicle Emission Control
Information label ........................ 81
YAMAHA SNOWMOBILE
LIMITED WARRANTY 2015
and Later Models ....................... 82
YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
(Y.E.S.) FOR U.S.A.
CUSTOMERS............................. 85
YAMAHA PROTECTION PLUS
(YPP) FOR CANADIAN
CUSTOMERS............................. 86
Index ................................................. 87
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Location of the important labels
1
ESU10217
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
dealer.
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Location of the important labels
2
1 PZ5NX
1 PZ5NT
2 PZ5NX
3 PZ5NX
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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
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
6
7
8
4 PZ5NX
5 PZ5NT
9
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20kg {44lbs}
LOAD LIMIT / CHARGE LIMITE
8FM-24897-01
88C-77769-00
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8KM-82377-00
CAN ICES-2 / NMB-2
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11 PZ5NX
12 PZ5NT
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