2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 Owners Manual
2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 Manual
2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 manual content summary:
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SNOWMOBILE OWNER'S MANUAL MM600G SX600G VT600G VX600ERG LIT-12628-02-20 8DG-28199-13 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 2
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A ESU00286 1- MACHINE IDENTIFICATION Identification number records A. FRAME NUMBER: CZ-01E B B. ENGINE NUMBER (PRIMARY ID): CZ-01E C. KEY NUMBER: C CZ-01E Record the frame number, engine number (Primary ID), and key number in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering spare parts from a - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 4
confident that this snowmobile will meet the greatest expectations of our customers. This manual is designed to acquaint you with the operation of this snowmobile and minor maintenance required for satisfactory service. Should major repairs ever be required, you are advised to ask a Yamaha dealer - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 5
when resold. @ Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations. The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! WARNING @ Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the snowmobile - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 6
ESU00003 CONTENTS YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY ...1-1 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ...1-4 LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS ...2-1 SAFETY INFORMATION ...3-1 DESCRIPTION ...4-1 CONTROL FUNCTIONS ...5-1 Main switch...5-1 Starter lever (choke) ...5-2 Throttle lever - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 7
adjustment ...8-27 Lubrication ...8-29 Headlight bulb replacement...8-30 Headlight beam adjustment...8-30 Battery ...8-31 Fuse replacement...8-32 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-3 WIRING DIAGRAM ...12 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 8
ESU00004 1- YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY CW-01E 1-1 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 9
CW-02E 1-2 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 10
CW-03E 1-3 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 11
ESU00005 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) CW-10E 1-4 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 12
ENGINE WITHOUT V-BELT OR DRIVE GUARD. 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 NE PAS FAIRE FONCTIONNER LE MOTEUR SANS COURROIE EN V OU PROTECTEUR D'EMBRAYAGE - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 13
could cause an accident. AVERTISSEMENT AUCUN PASSAGER OU MARCHANDISE SUR LE PROTECTEUR DE CHENILLE. Ce protecteur n ' a pas é t é con ç u pour supporter un poids. Il pourrait s ' inc urv er ou s e bris e r s o u s la c h a rg e . T out objet ou pers o n n e p la c é à c e t e n d ro it p o u rra - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 14
the following for your safety. Severe injury or death may result if you ignore any of the following. Before operating 1. Read the Owner's Manual and all labels before operating this snowmobile. Become familiar with all of the operating controls and their function. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 15
7. 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 bystanders. 8. Handle fuel with care; it is HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. G Never add fuel when the - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 16
an enclosed space. 4. Always refer to the "STORAGE" section if the snowmobile is to be stored for an extended period. 5. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 3-3 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 17
ESU00012 4- DESCRIPTION MM600 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Windshield Steering handlebar Seat Passenger grip warmer switch (VT600) Frame Slide rail suspension Drive track Skis SX600 VT600 VX600ER 4-1 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 18
VT600 9 0 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Headlight Shroud Storage compartment Tail/brake light Snow flap Side mirror (VT600 / VX600ER) Brake lever Headlight beam switch Parking brake lever Strap (MM600) Engine stop switch Throttle lever Drive select lever (VT600 / VX600ER) - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 19
ESU00013 5- CONTROL FUNCTIONS ESU00256 Main switch The main switch controls the following items. 1 "OFF" The ignition circuit is switched off. The key can be removed only in this position. A 2 "ON" The ignition circuit is switched on. The engine can be started. NOTE: @ The headlight, meter - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 20
ESU00020 Starter lever (choke) Use the starter lever (choke) when starting and warming up a cold engine. 1 2 3 4 @ Starter lever (choke) When starting a cold engine. Warming up When the engine is warm. NOTE: Refer the "Starting the engine" section for proper operation. @ ESU00022 Throttle lever - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 21
has been corrected and that the engine can be operated without a problem before restarting the engine. Be sure to use the specified spark plug . Otherwise, the T.O.R.S. will not work properly. B Run On Off Run C Trouble Off Off T.O.R.S. will operate CA-01E B Mode A Idle or Switch starting Throttle - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 22
flash patterns.) After the engine starts, this light flashes three times to check the bulb, and then goes off if there are no problems. (See page 5-5 for warning light flash pattern number 0.) If it does not flash, have a Yamaha dealer inspect the electrical circuit. WARNING @ G G G If the - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 23
No. 0 0.5 s 0.5 s Coolant temperature warning light flash patterns Light bulb check: Light flashes three times, then goes off. · · · 0.25 s 0.25 s 3s 1 Engine overheat warning: Light flashes continuously in this pattern. · · · 2 0.75 s 0.25 s Light flashes continuously in this pattern. 4s · - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 24
not project out over the handlebar end. This will help prevent brake lever damage when the snowmobile is placed on its side for service. @ For SX600 / VT600 / VX600ER The brake lever is equipped with a position adjuster. To adjust the brake lever position: 1. Loosen the locknut 1. 2. While lightly - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 25
A ESU00035 Parking brake lever When parking the snowmobile or starting the engine, apply the parking brake by moving the brake lever 1 to the left. To release the parking brake, move the parking brake lever 1 to the right. B È To apply the parking brake É To release the parking brake WARNING @ G - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 26
ESU00039 Headlight beam switch Push the headlight beam switch to change the headlight beam to high or low. 1 2 3 4 Headlight beam switch Push High beam Low beam ESU00279 Grip warmer control knob The grip warmer control knob controls the electrically heated handlebar grips. 1 Grip warmer control - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 27
the shroud. @ WARNING @ G G G @ Do not drive the snowmobile with the shroud open, unlatched, or removed. Keep your body and clothing away from rotating parts when servicing with the shroud open. Do not touch the hot muffler and engine during or immediately after operation. 5-9 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 28
ESU00052 Drive guard The drive guard is designed to cover the V-belt clutch and V-belt in case parts break or come loose. WARNING G G @ Make sure that the drive guard is tightened securely before operating the snowmobile. Never run the engine with the V-belt or drive guard removed. ESU00053 V- - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 29
that the passenger grip adjusting knobs are tightened securely after adjusting the passenger grip position. @ A B ESU00242 Storage compartment Open the storage compartment to store the service tools, spare parts, or other small items. È MM600 / SX600 / VX600ER É VT600 5-11 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 30
ESU00072 6- PRE-OPERATION CHECKS NOTE: @ Pre-operation checks should be made each time the snowmobile is used. @ WARNING @ The engine and muffler will be very hot after the engine has been run. Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they are still hot with any part of your body or - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 31
G G G @ age. Consult a Yamaha dealer. Gasohol containing methanol is not recommended. Make sure that snow or ice does not enter the fuel tank when refueling. Do not use alcohol deicers or water absorbing additives with oxygenated fuel. The fuel tank should be filled with straight gasoline as - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 32
ESU00087 Throttle lever Check the throttle lever operation before starting the engine. The throttle lever must open smoothly and spring back to its home position when released. ESU00088 Recoil starter Check the recoil starter for proper operation and the recoil starter rope for damage. ESU00090 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 33
WARNING @ G G A soft, spongy feeling in the brake lever indicates a failure in the brake system. Do not operate the snowmobile if you find any problems in the brake system. You could lose braking ability, which could lead to an accident. Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect and repair the brake system - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 34
ESU00093 Brake fluid leakage Apply the brake for a few minutes. Check to see if any brake fluid leaks out from the brake hose joints or the master cylinder. WARNING @ If brake fluid leakage is found, ask a Yamaha dealer for immediate repairs. @ CAUTION: @ Brake fluid may deteriorate painted - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 35
ESU00097 Drive track Check the drive track for deflection, wear, or damage. Adjust or replace if necessary. (See pages 8-24-8-26 for more details.) WARNING @ 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 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 36
A ESU00244 Skis and ski runners Check the skis and ski runners for wear and damage. Replace if necessary. È For MM600 / SX600 Ski runner wear limit a: 8 mm (0.31 in) Ski wear limit b: 8 mm (0.31 in) A B É For VT600 / VX600ER Ski runner wear limit c: 8 mm (0.31 in) Ski wear limit d: 13 mm (0.51 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 37
ESU00106 Battery For VT600 / VX600ER Check the fluid level and fill if necessary. Use only distilled water if refilling is necessary. (See page 8-31 for more details.) ESU00107 Air filter Always check that no snow is on the air filter elements. If there is any snow on the air filter elements, take - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 38
ESU00110 Fittings and fasteners Check the tightness of the fittings and fasteners. Tighten in proper sequence and torque if necessary. ESU00111 Tool kit and recommended equipment It is good practice to carry the tool kit, spare parts, and other necessary equipment with you while riding the - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 39
starting) NOTE: @ The starter lever (choke) is not required when the engine is warm. Put the starter lever (choke) in the closed position. @ Manual starting model For MM600 / SX600 2. Turn the main switch to the "ON" position. 1 "ON" 3. Pull slowly on the recoil starter until it is engaged - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 40
short as possible to preserve the battery. Do not crank the engine more than 10 seconds on any one attempt. @ ESU00248 Emergency engine starting Manual starting model For MM600 / SX600 If the recoil starter system should fail, take the emergency starter rope and the screwdriver handle out of the - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 41
shroud. WARNING @ Avoid contact with the moving primary sheave assembly. @ Electric starting model For VT600 / VX600ER Follow the procedures in the "Starting the engine" and "Manual starting model" sections. 7-3 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 42
ESU00126 Break-in There is never a more important period in the life of your snowmobile than the break-in period. For the first 10 hours, approximately 200 km (125 mi), do not put an excessive load on the engine. Avoid prolonged full throttle operation. Also avoid lugging the engine, such as - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 43
riding safely. Before operating the snowmobile, read this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of the controls. Pay particular 's handling and performance characteristics. Set the parking brake and follow the instructions on page 7-1-7-2 to start the engine. Once it has warmed up - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 44
To start out and accelerate 1. With the engine idling, release the parking brake. 2. Apply the throttle slowly and smoothly. The V-belt clutch will engage and you will start to accelerate. WARNING @ The operator should always keep both hands on the handlebar. Never put your feet outside the - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 45
Remember: Avoid higher speeds until you are thoroughly familiar with the operation of your snowmobile. Riding uphill You should practice first on gentle slopes. Try more difficult climbs only after you have developed your skill. As you approach a hill, accelerate before you start the climb, and - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 46
Traversing a slope WARNING @ Traversing slopes is not recommended for a novice snowmobiler. @ Traversing a slope requires you to properly position your weight to maintain proper balance. As you travel across the slope, lean your body to position your weight towards the uphill side. A recommended - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 47
Operation on surfaces other than snow or ice Operation of your snowmobile on surfaces other than snow or ice should be avoided. Operation under such conditions will damage or result in rapid wear of the ski runners, drive track, slide runners, and drive sprockets. Operation of the snowmobile under - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 48
ESU00251 Maximizing drive track life Recommendations Track tension During initial break-in, the new drive track will tend to stretch quickly as the track settles. Be sure to correct the track tension and alignment frequently. (See pages 8-24-8-26 for adjustment procedures.) A loose track can slip ( - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 49
ESU00245 Strap For MM600 The strap 1 should be used only by experienced operators to assist them when traverse (side-hill) riding. WARNING @ Improper use of the strap on the handlebar can result in severe injury or death. G Use the strap only as an operator grip point when needed to shift weight - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 50
ESU00135 Driving WARNING @ Be sure to read the "SAFETY INFORMATION" and "Riding your snowmobile" sections carefully before operating the snowmobile. @ NOTE: @ Make sure that the engine is warmed up enough before riding. @ For MM600 / SX600 1. Release the parking brake by moving the parking - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 51
2. Release the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the right. 3. Press the throttle lever slowly to move the snowmobile. 4. Turn the handlebar in the desired direction. 5. Squeeze the brake lever to stop the snowmobile. 6. Apply the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 52
ESU00138 Transporting When transporting your snowmobile on a trailer or in a truck, observe the following recommendations to help protect it from damage: G G G 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 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 53
or replace gasket if necessary. Carburetor Recoil starter Engine stop switch Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Throttle lever ∗ Exhaust system ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-1 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 54
oil Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Strap (MM600) 8-16 6-7 6-7 G Lights 6-7, 8-30 6-8, 8-31 Battery (VT600 / VX600ER) G ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-2 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 55
proper placement. Whenever operating elevation is changed. G G G G G G G G G G 5-9 6-9 6-9 8-29 8-29 8-29 8-29 ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. NOTE: @ Brake fluid replacement: 1. When disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, replace the brake - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 56
NOTE: @ If you do not have a torque wrench available during a service operation requiring one, take your snowmobile to a Yamaha dealer to check the torque intake track air leak or carburetion problem for that cylinder. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, take the snowmobile - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 57
Spark plugs are produced in several different thread lengths. The thread length or reach is the distance from the spark plug gasket seat to the end of the threaded portion. If the reach is too long, overheating and engine damage may result. If the reach is too short, spark plug fouling and poor - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 58
ESU00147 Throttle cable adjustment CAUTION: @ Be sure to adjust the engine idle speed first. @ 1. Loosen the locknut. 2. Turn the adjuster in or out until the proper throttle lever free play is achieved. Throttle lever free play a: 1.0-2.0 mm (0.04-0.08 in) 1 Locknut 2 Adjuster 3. Tighten the - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 59
ESU00150 Carburetor adjustment CAUTION: @ G G @ Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. Make sure that the carburetor silencer is installed during running to prevent engine damage. Under some operating conditions the carburetor setting may have to be changed due to air temperature - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 60
Jet needle adjustment Adjust the jet needle by changing its clip position according to the setting chart which is available at a Yamaha dealer. Standard jet needle clip 1 position: 3rd groove from upper end CD-03E Clip position Mixture Lean Rich Condition Warm weather High altitude Cold weather - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 61
is less air as altitude increases. Less air means less oxygen available for combustion. Your snowmobile can be adjusted to overcome most of the problems found in high altitude riding. Carburetor adjustments are the most important. Less air at high altitude makes the air/fuel ratio too rich, which - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 62
Remember: less air at higher altitude means there is less horsepower available, even with proper carburetion. Expect acceleration and top speed to be reduced at higher altitudes. To overcome operating with less power at high altitudes, your snowmobile may also require different settings for the - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 63
CAUTION: @ Operating the engine with an improperly bled cooling system can cause overheating and severe engine damage. @ Coolant replenishment 1. Remove the coolant filler cap and pour the coolant to the proper level. 1 Coolant level 2 To coolant reservoir Recommended coolant: High quality - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 64
ESU00166 V-belt replacement WARNING @ When installing the new V-belt, make sure it is positioned 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 a. If not, the V-belt clutch engagement speed will be changed. The snowmobile may move - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 65
3. Pull 3 the V-belt up over the secondary fixed sheave. 4. Remove the V-belt from the secondary sheave assembly and primary sheave assembly. 5. Put the new V-belt back on the secondary sheave assembly only. Do not force the V-belt between the sheaves; the secondary sliding and fixed sheave must - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 66
8. Install the V-belt over the primary sheave assembly. 9. Rotate the secondary sliding sheave clockwise 6 and push 7 it so that it separates from the secondary fixed sheave. 10. Install the V-belt 8 between the secondary sliding and secondary fixed sheaves. 11. Install the drive guard. WARNING @ - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 67
ESU00171 Checking the oil level of the drive chain housing WARNING @ The engine and muffler will be very hot after the engine has been run. Avoid touching the engine and muffler while they are still hot with any part of your body or clothing during inspection or repair. @ 1. Place the snowmobile - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 68
4. Reinstall the dipstick and fit the loop 4 of the dipstick handle onto the projection 5 of the gear case. Chain tension adjustment 1. Loosen locknut. 2. Turn the adjuster bolt clockwise until it is finger tight. 3. Hold the adjuster bolt in place while tightening the chain adjuster locknut. 1 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 69
Adjustment As the parking brake pads wear, adjustment may be necessary to ensure proper brake performance. WARNING @ Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. @ 1. Loosen the locknut 1. 2. Turn the parking brake adjuster 2 in or out to adjust the clearance between the parking brake - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 70
ESU00181 Brake fluid replacement Brake fluid replacement is necessary when the following components are replaced during the periodic maintenance or if they are damaged or leaking. a. All oil seals of the master cylinder and caliper cylinder b. The brake hose WARNING @ Make sure that the brake - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 71
For VT600 / VX600ER N-CD-??E Spring adjuster position Preload Standard 5 4 3 1 2 1 Soft 3 2 Hard CAUTION: @ The left and right ski spring preload must be set to the same pressure. Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of stability. @ For SX600 N-CD-??E Spring seat length - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 72
ESU00193 Rear suspension spring preload adjustment The rear suspension is equipped with two shock absorbers. One is in the front 1 and the other is in the rear 2 of the rear suspension assembly. The spring preload can be adjusted by turning the spring preload adjuster 3 on the front and rear shock - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 73
C For VT600 / VX600ER N-CD-??E Spring adjuster position Preload Ê Standard (front) 1 Soft 2 3 3 4 5 Hard D For VT600 N-CD-??E Spring adjuster position Preload Ë Standard (rear) 1 Soft 2 3 4 4 5 6 7 Hard E For VX600ER N-CD-??E Spring adjuster position Preload Ì Standard (rear) 1 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 74
F For SX600 N-CD-??E Spring seat length Preload Í a Length (front) G Î b Length (rear) Standard Long Hard Maximum 96.8 mm (3.81 in) Maximum 80.3 mm (3.16 in Short Soft Minimum 86.8 mm 76.8 mm (3.42 in) (3.02 in) Minimum 70.3 mm 60.3 mm (2.77 in) (2.37 in) WARNING @ Be sure to have a Yamaha - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 75
ESU00197 Rear suspension full rate adjustment The total suspension spring rate and damping characteristics can be adjusted by changing the installed position of the shock absorber. WARNING @ Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. @ CD-07E Installation position Spring rate and - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 76
to allow the drive track to spin, a suitable stand must be used to support the rear of the snowmobile. Never allow anyone to hold the rear of the is damaged to the depth where fabric reinforcement material is visible or support rods are broken. Otherwise, track damage or failure could result in - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 77
Drive track adjustment WARNING @ G G G @ Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. Support the snowmobile securely on a suitable stand before working underneath the snowmobile. Operate the engine in a well-ventilated area. 1. Lift the rear of the snowmobile onto a - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 78
CAUTION: @ Jc The right and left adjusters should be turned to an equal amount. @ 6. Recheck alignment and deflection. If necessary, repeat steps 3 to 5 until the proper adjustment is achieved. 7. Tighten the rear axle nut. Rear axle tightening torque: 75 Nm (7.5 m·kgf, 54.2 ft·lb) ESU00200 Ski - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 79
ESU00246 Handlebar adjustment For VT600 / VX600ER 1. Remove the handlebar cover 1. 2. Loosen the handlebar bolts. Move the handlebar up or down to adjust the handlebar height to the desired position. 3. Tighten the handlebar bolts and install the handlebar cover. Handlebar bolt tightening torque: - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 80
3. Move the handlebar up or down (± 7°) to adjust the handlebar height to the desired position. A È MM600 É SX600 B CAUTION: @ Make sure that the projection on the handlebar is not installed into the area a shown. @ 4. Tighten the handlebar bolts and install the handlebar cover. Handlebar bolt - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 81
ESU00247 Lubrication Lubricate the following points. Lubricant: Low-temperature grease 1 Throttle cable ends 2 WARNING @ Apply a dab of grease onto the cable end only. Do not grease the brake or throttle cables themselves because they could become frozen, which could cause loss of control. @ 3 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 82
ESU00208 Headlight bulb replacement 1. Lift up the shroud. 2. Disconnect the headlight connector. 3. Remove the bulb holder cover. 4. Remove the bulb holder by depressing and turning it counterclockwise. 1 Bulb holder cover 5. Remove the bulb. WARNING @ Keep flammable products or your hands away - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 83
ESU00213 Battery For VT600 / VX600ER Replenishing the battery fluid 1. Check the fluid level. The level should be between the upper and lower level marks. a "UPPER LEVEL" b "LOWER LEVEL" 2. Add only distilled water if necessary. CAUTION: @ Normal tap water contains minerals which are harmful to a - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 84
ESU00282 Fuse replacement For VT600 / VX600ER WARNING @ Be sure to use the specified fuse. A wrong fuse will cause electrical system damage and A FIRE HAZARD. @ CAUTION: @ Make sure that the main switch is turned off to prevent accidental short circuiting. @ 1. Lift up the shroud. 2. Replace - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 85
ESU00294 9- TROUBLESHOOTING G A. Engine turns over but does not start 1. Fuel system No fuel supplied to combustion chamber G No fuel in tank ...Supply fuel. G Clogged fuel line ...Clean - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 86
dealer to inspect. 2. Discharged battery...Check battery fluid and charge battery. 3. Engine trouble ...Check B above. D. Engine power is low 1. Faulty spark plugs ...Clean or dirty V-belt or primary and secondary sheave assembly surfaces ...Clean. 2. Problem with the driveline ...See H above. 9-2 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 87
J. Engine does not upshift or downshift properly or engages harshly 1. Worn or damaged V-belt ...Replace the V-belt or ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 2. Incorrect V-belt clutch settings for altitude or conditions ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. 3. Worn or sticking primary sheave assembly ...Ask - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 88
and check the fluid level. Add only distilled water if necessary. (See the "Battery- Replenishing the battery fluid" section on page 8-31 for instructions.) After checking the fluid level, charge the battery. Store it in a cool, dry place that is above 0 °C (32 °F), but less than 30 °C (90 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 89
after storage When returning your snowmobile to service, reinstall the V-belt and adjust the drive track. Install the battery, and make sure that the battery vent tube is properly installed and that there - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 90
, 7-port Parallel 3-cylinder 593 cm3 65.0 × 59.6 mm (2.56 × 2.35 in) 1,600 ± 100 r/min YAMALUBE 2-cycle oil MIKUNI, TM31 × 3 Unleaded gasoline R+M ; 88 or higher 2 Manual with recoil starter: MM600 / SX600 Electric and manual with recoil starter: VT600 / VX600ER Pump octane Starting system 11-1 - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 91
ESU00231 Chassis CS-03E MM600 / SX600 / VT600 / VX600ER Drive track and suspension: Track Width Track deflection Molded rubber, fiber glass rod reinforced 381 mm (15.0 in) 20-25 mm (0.79-0.98 in)/ 100 N (10 kg, 22 lb): MM600 25-30 mm (0.98-1.18 in)/ 100 N (10 kg, 22 lb): SX600 / VT600 / VX600ER - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 92
MM600 / SX600 / VT600 / VX600ER Brake: Type Operation Throttle: Operation ESU00232 Hydraulic disc type (ventilated disc) Handle lever, left hand operated Handle lever, right hand operated Electric CS-04E Ignition system Spark plug Battery Type Gap Capacity Maximum charge rate Bulb × Quantity - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 93
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ESU00233 1- WIRING DIAGRAM O Gy O B/W (WHITE) B (BLACK) O Gy W O E O Gy E Gy W E W W Br B Y/R B/W Y Br/W Lg G/R Y/B L/W L/R Y/W W/B G W/G B/Y W/R W W W/G W/R W W/R W/G W W W/B L/W 1 H Gy L/W B Y G (BLACK) (BLACK) W B W/B Br/W Y/B R/Y Ch Y/W Ch R/W B G /R Y/R Lg W/B B/W W/G W/R I W W/G - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 95
12-2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P AC magneto Rectifier/regulator Condenser (MM600 / SX600) Main fuse (VT600 / VX600ER) Starter relay (VT600 / VX600ER) Battery (VT600 / VX600ER) Starter motor (VT600 / VX600ER) Main switch Engine stop switch Throttle switch Grip warmer Thumb - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 96
-MEMO- - 2002 Yamaha Motorsports Venture 600 | Owners Manual - Page 97
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OWNER’S MANUAL
SNOWMOBILE
8DG-28199-13
LIT-12628-02-20
MM600G
SX600G
VT600G
VX600ERG