2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional Owners Manual
2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional Manual
2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional manual content summary:
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SNOWMOBILE OWNER'S MANUAL VK10L LIT-12628-02-42 8FN-28199-10 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 4
is important that you and your Yamaha dealer pay close attention to the recommended maintenance schedules and operating instructions contained within this manual. VK10L OWNER'S MANUAL ©2005 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st Edition, May 2005 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 7
handlebar...8-25 Lubrication ...8-27 Replacing a headlight bulb ...8-28 Adjusting the headlight beams ...8-29 Battery ...8-30 Replacing a fuse...8-30 TROUBLESHOOTING ...9-1 STORAGE ...10-1 SPECIFICATIONS ...11-1 Dimensions...11-1 Engine ...11-1 Chassis...11-2 Electric...11-3 WIRING DIAGRAM ...12-1 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 8
and maintain the snowmobile as specified in the appropriate Owner's Manual. WARRANTY TRANSFER: To transfer any remaining warranty from the original . An inspection and registration fee will be charged for this service. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA also warrants - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 9
of having the dealer do them? A. Yes, if you are a qualified snowmobile mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner's and Service Manual. We do recommend, however, that items requiring special tools or equipment be done by a Yamaha snowmobile dealer. Q. Under what conditions is the - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 10
machine requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized Yamaha snowmobile dealer within the continental United States. Be sure to bring your warranty identification card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 11
ESU04280 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) CW-06E 1-4 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 12
ESU00070 2- 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. @ 1 8DM-77761-E0 2 8FN-77761-E0 2-1 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 13
loss if crankcase breather hoses are not installed correctly. Inspect hoses and clamps for correct installation after battery service or air box removal. See Service Manual. ATTENTION Des dommages graves risquent de survenir par suite de fuites d'huile résultant d'un mauvais branchement des tuyaux - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 15
7. Handle fuel with care; it is HIGHLY FLAMMABLE. G Never add fuel when the engine is running or hot. Allow the engine to cool for several minutes after running. G Use an approved fuel container. G Fill the fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never remove the fuel cap indoors. Never fill the fuel - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 17
ESU00012 4- DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B Windshield Steering handlebar Storage compartment Seat Frame Passenger grip warmer switch Rear carrier Slide rail suspension Drive track Skis Headlights Shroud 4-1 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 18
C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] _ a Side mirror Tail/brake lights Snow flap Brake lever Parking brake lever Grip warmer adjustment switch Headlight beam switch Strap Engine stop switch Thumb warmer adjustment switch Throttle lever Shift lever Shroud latch Main switch Auxiliary - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 19
ESU00013 5- CONTROL FUNCTIONS ESU00362 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. 2 "ON" The ignition circuit is switched on. 3 "START" The starting circuit is switched on. The starter - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 20
ESU00201 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | 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 T.O.R.S. will not work properly. Mode A B Running On Open Run C Trouble Off Open T.O.R.S. will operate CA-19E B Item Throttle switch Throttle position sensor - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 22
ESU04160 Speedometer unit The speedometer unit is equipped with the following: G a digital speedometer (which shows riding speed) G an odometer (which shows the total distance traveled) G a tripmeter (which shows the distance traveled since it was last set to zero) G warning indicators (which show - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 23
ESU03824 Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator The fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator have eight segments 1 which show the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank, the grip warmer level, or the thumb warmer level. Fuel meter As the fuel level decreases in the fuel tank, - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 24
of the snowmobile. The fuel level warning indicator 1, warning light 2, and all segments of the fuel meter 3 warn the rider of the above problems by flashing continuously. When this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer inspect the snowmobile as soon as possible. ESU00377 Oil level warning indicator The oil - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 25
G G G 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 the electrical circuit, lead couplers, etc. Stop the engine and allow it to cool off. Then, check that the wire harness couplers in - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 26
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. @ 5-8 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 27
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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 28
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 ESU04301 Auxiliary DC jack The auxiliary DC jack is located in the front panel and can be used for accessories. NOTE: @ The auxiliary - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 29
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. 5-11 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 30
ESU00521 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. ESU04080 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 31
ESU04881 Louvers This snowmobile is equipped with louvers for ventilation located in the shroud and the lower front cover. The upper left louver and the lower front louvers have steel plates that can be installed or removed depending on the riding conditions. When operating the snowmobile in areas - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 32
CAUTION: @ G G Do not place sharp items in the storage compartment. Fuel could leak if the fuel tank is damaged. The bottom of the storage compartment may be hot during or immediately after operating the snowmobile. It can cause burns if it becomes extremely hot. Furthermore, heat in the storage - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 33
To remove the passenger seat and backrest 1. Open the rider seat. (See "Storage compartment" for details.) 2. Remove the passenger seat bolts, slide the passenger seat and backrest slightly rearward, and then lift them straight up to remove them. 3. Install the passenger seat bolts, and then tighten - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 34
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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 35
CAUTION: @ G G G G @ Oxygenated fuels (gasohol) containing a maximum 5% of ethanol can be used, although richer jetting may be required to prevent engine damage. Consult a Yamaha dealer. Gasohol containing methanol is not recommended. Make sure that snow or ice does not enter the fuel tank when - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 36
ESU03441 Engine oil level The engine oil level should be checked before each use. CAUTION: @ Do not run the engine with too much or not enough oil in the oil tank. Oil could flow into the air filter case and the engine could be damaged. @ Checking the engine oil level 1. Place the snowmobile on - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 37
6. Insert the oil level gauge/dipstick into the oil filler hole, and then tighten it securely. 7. Connect the oil level gauge coupler. ESU04900 Coolant Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir when the engine is cold. If the coolant level is below the "LOW" mark, remove the coolant - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 38
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. ESU00090 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) Check the T.O.R.S. for proper operation. WARNING @ When checking T.O.R.S.: - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 39
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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 40
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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 41
ESU00097 Drive track Check the drive track for deflection, wear, or damage. Adjust or replace if necessary. (See pages 8-23-8-25 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 42
ESU01020 Skis and ski runners Check the skis and ski runners for wear and damage. Replace if necessary. Ski runner wear limit a: 8 mm (0.31 in) Ski wear limit b: 24 mm (0.94 in) CAUTION: @ Avoid scratching the skis when loading and unloading the snowmobile, when riding in areas with little or no - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 43
ESU03502 Air filter Always check that there is no snow under the air filter element frame. 1. Unhook the air filter case cover fasteners and the latch. 2. Remove the air filter case cover. 3. Lift up the air filter element frame and check the air filter element. If there is any snow on the air - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 44
ESU00345 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 snowmobile so that minor repairs can be done if necessary. The following should be carried at all times: G G G G G G G G G Tool kit Flashlight - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 45
ESU00112 7- OPERATION ESU00366 Starting the engine WARNING @ G G @ Be sure to check the "SAFETY INFORMATION" section carefully before starting the engine. Make sure that the parking brake is applied. NOTE: @ Make sure that the engine stop switch is in the on position. The starter motor - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 46
operated normally. CAUTION: @ G G After 800 km (500 mi) of operation, the engine oil must be changed and the oil filter cartridge replaced. If any engine trouble should occur during the engine break-in period, immediately have a Yamaha dealer check the snowmobile. @ 7-2 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 47
riding safely. Before operating the snowmobile, read this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of the controls. Pay particular handling and performance characteristics. Set the parking brake and follow the instructions on pages 7-1-7-2 to start the engine. Once the engine has - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 48
Turning Riding uphill For most snow surfaces, "body English" is the key to turning. As you approach a curve, slow down and begin to turn the handlebar in the desired direction. As you do so, put your weight on the running board to the inside of the turn and lean your upper body into the turn. This - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 49
Riding downhill When riding downhill, keep speed to a minimum. It is important to apply just enough throttle to keep the clutch engaged while descending the hill. This will allow you to use engine compression to help slow the snowmobile, and to keep the snowmobile from rolling freely down the hill. - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 50
Hard-packed snow It can be more difficult to negotiate on hard-packed snow as both the skis and drive track do not have as much traction as when the snowmobile is operated on fresh snow. Avoid rapid acceleration, turning, and braking. @ WARNING Drive track damage or failure could result in loss of - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 51
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 8-23-8-25 for adjustment procedures.) A loose track can slip ( - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 52
ESU02450 Strap 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 uphill to - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 53
ESU04360 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. @ 1. To select the desired operating position, pull the shift lever out, - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 54
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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 55
ESU00367 Transporting When transporting your snowmobile on a trailer or in a truck, observe the following recommendations to help protect it from damage: 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 road - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 56
for you. @ PROPER PERIODIC MAINTENANCE OF YOUR SNOWMOBILE IS IMPORTANT IN ORDER TO ENJOY LONG, PLEASURABLE SERVICE. ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT ARE THE MAINTENANCE SERVICES RELATED TO EMISSIONS CONTROL. THESE SERVICES NOT ONLY ENSURE CLEANER AIR, BUT ARE ALSO VITAL TO PROPER ENGINE OPERATION AND MAXIMUM - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 57
) is changed. G ∗ Exhaust system Check for leakage. Tighten or replace gasket if necessary. ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. ESU04980 General maintenance and lubrication chart CD-32E Item Remarks Preoperation check (Daily) G Initial 1 month or 800 km - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 58
Drive chain Skis and ski runners Steering system Strap Lights ∗ Battery 8-16-8-17 8-17 6-8 6-9 6-9, 8-28-8-29 8-30-8-31 ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. 8-3 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 59
proper placement. Whenever operating elevation is changed. G G G G G G G G G G 5-11 6-10 6-11 8-27 8-27 8-27 ∗ It is recommended that these items be serviced by a Yamaha dealer. NOTE: @ Brake system: G After disassembling the master cylinder or caliper cylinder, always change the brake fluid - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 60
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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 61
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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 62
ESU03701 Adjusting the engine idling speed CAUTION: @ G G G @ Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. Make sure that the throttle lever moves smoothly. Make sure that the carburetor is synchronized first. 1. Start the engine and warm it up. NOTE: @ Refer to the "Starting the - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 63
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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 64
ESU00348 Adjusting the valve clearance The valve clearance changes with use, resulting in improper air-fuel mixture and/or engine noise. To prevent this from occurring, the valve clearance must be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart. ESU04201 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 65
5. Disconnect the oil level gauge coupler 3. 6. Remove the oil level gauge/dipstick 4 and the cylinder head cap 5, and then remove the crankcase engine oil drain bolt 6 and the oil tank engine oil drain bolt 7 to drain the oil from the crankcase and the oil tank. NOTE: @ G G G @ A " " mark 8 is - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 66
11. Add 2.0 L (1.8 Imp qt, 2.1 US qt) of the recommended engine oil to the oil tank, and then install and tighten the oil level gauge/dipstick and the cylinder head cap. Recommended engine oil: See page 6-2. Oil quantity: With oil filter cartridge replacement: 3.0 L (2.6 Imp qt, 3.2 US qt) Without - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 67
ESU04910 Cooling system Bleeding the cooling system WARNING @ G G Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. When the engine has cooled, place a thick rag or towel over the radiator cap, - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 68
Replenishing the coolant 1. Remove the coolant reservoir cap and add coolant until it reaches the "FULL" mark. Recommended coolant: High quality ethylene glycol antifreeze containing corrosion inhibitors. Antifreeze and water mixing ratio: 60:40 Total amount: 4.7 L (4.14 Imp qt, 4.97 US qt) 1 "FULL" - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 69
ESU01661 Replacing the V-belt 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 70
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 sheaves must - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 71
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 @ - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 72
A B 3. Remove the dipstick and check that the oil is between the maximum and minimum level marks. If the oil is below the minimum level mark, add sufficient oil to raise it to the maximum level mark. 2 Maximum level mark 3 Minimum level mark Drive chain oil: GL-3 75W or 80W È For models with - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 73
ESU00174 Checking the brake pads Check the brake pads for wear. If the brake pads reach the wear limit, ask a Yamaha dealer to replace them. 1 Brake pad wear indicator Wear limit a: 1.5 mm (0.06 in) ESU00352 Checking the parking brake pads Check the parking brake pads for wear by measuring the - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 74
ESU00180 Checking the brake fluid level Place the snowmobile on a level surface. Check that the brake fluid is above the lower level and replenish when necessary. 1 Lower level Specified brake fluid: DOT 4 WARNING @ Be careful that water does not enter the master cylinder when refilling. Water - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 75
ESU03042 Adjusting the ski spring preload The spring preload can be adjusted by turning the spring preload adjuster 1. CD-10E 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 setting. Uneven - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 76
B CD-14E Spring adjuster position Preload É Standard (rear) 1 Soft 2 3 4 2 5 6 7 Hard WARNING @ Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer make this adjustment. This shock absorber contains highly pressurized nitrogen gas. It could explode by improper handling, causing injury, or property damage. G - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 77
ESU01974 Adjusting the rear suspension full rate 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 78
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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 79
Adjusting the drive track 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 80
CAUTION: @ 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: 80 Nm (8.0 m·kgf, 58 ft·lb) ESU02001 Aligning - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 81
3. Move the handlebar up or down to adjust the handlebar height to the desired position. 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 tightening torque: 14.5 Nm - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 82
ESU00371 Lubrication Lubricate the following points. Lubricant: Low-temperature grease 1 Throttle cable end 2 @ WARNING Apply a dab of grease onto the cable end only. Do not grease the throttle cable because it could become frozen, which could cause loss of control. @ 2 Front suspension 3 Rear - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 83
ESU02082 Replacing a headlight bulb 1. Lift up the shroud. 2. Disconnect the headlight coupler. 3. Remove the bulb holder cover. 4. Unhook the bulb holder by pushing it in, then upward. 1 Bulb holder cover 2 Bulb holder 5. Remove the bulb. WARNING @ Keep flammable products and your hands away - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 84
ESU04920 Adjusting the headlight beams 1. Lift up the shroud. 2. Remove the locking pin from a headlight beam adjuster. 3. Turn the headlight beam adjuster in or out to adjust the headlight beams. 1 Locking pin 2 Headlight beam adjuster Headlight beam movement: a Down and to the left b Up and to - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 85
ESU00355 Battery This snowmobile is equipped with a sealed-type (MF) battery, which does not require any maintenance. There is no need to check the electrolyte or to add distilled water. To charge the battery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 86
1. Lift up the shroud. 2. Unhook the latch 1. 3. Loosen the joint clamp screws 2. 4. Slide the oil tank breather hose clamp 3 away from the air filter case, and then disconnect the oil tank breather hose 4. 5. Lift up the air filter case, slide the crankcase breather hose clamp 5 down, disconnect - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 87
ESU04241 9- TROUBLESHOOTING 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 88
2. Open the shroud. 3. Remove the red (+) lead from the lead holder and move it away from the black (-) 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 89
mount ...Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. I. V-belt slips or burns 1. Oily or dirty V-belt or primary and secondary sheave assembly surfaces ...Clean. 2. Problem with the driveline ...See H above. 9-3 WARNING @ Be sure to pull the lead covers back over the terminals completely. If the terminals are - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 90
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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 91
ESU03594 10- STORAGE Long-term storage requires some preventive procedures to guard against deterioration. 1. Cleaning Thoroughly clean the snowmobile, inside and out, to remove the corrosive salts and acids that can accumulate. Use Yamaha Mud, Grease, and Engine Cleaner, or an equivalent product - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 92
dealer charge your battery. Do not charge the battery quickly. Charge the battery for 10 hours at 1.8 amperes. 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 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 93
ESU00228 1- SPECIFICATIONS VK10 3,270 mm (128.7 in) 1,200 mm ( 47.2 in) 1,380 mm ( 54.3 in) 355 kg ( 783 lb) 1,020 mm ( 40.2 in) ESU00229 Dimensions CS-01E Overall length Overall width Overall height Dry weight Ski stance ESU00230 Engine CS-02E Type Cylinder arrangement Displacement Bore × - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 94
ESU00231 Chassis CS-03E VK10 Drive track and suspension: Track Width Track deflection Length on ground Suspension type Drive sprocket Transmission: Type Sheave distance Sheave offset Engagement speed∗1 Shift speed∗1 Drive chain Reduction ratio Fuel tank: Tank capacity Oil quantity: With oil filter - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 95
ESU00232 Electric CS-04E Ignition system Spark plug Battery Headlight Tail/brake light Meter light Indicator light Type Gap Capacity Maximum charge rate Bulb × Quantity Bulb × Quantity Bulb × Quantity Bulb × Quantity VK10 TCI · R · CR8E (NGK) 0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in) YTX20L-BS 12 V 18 A·h 1.8 - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 96
ESU00233 1- WIRING DIAGRAM A B C D Br J O Br (BLACK) O B B/G B/Y W/G R/ W B/ W Br/ B B/L Br/ R L/G G R/L W/ Y O/R W/R G/Y Gy Y G/ W Br Gy L (BLACK) Lg Br/Y Y/R Y/B Br/L B O W Dg B G /B B/Y L/Y B R /B B L/Y B/Y G /B R /B B L/Y G Y/B W Y L/R Y/B G L/Y L/R Y W O / B L/ R B G L/ R O / B - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 97
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 Q R S T U V W Speed sensor Fuel sender Oil level switch Meter assembly Multi-function meter Warning light Low coolant temperature indicator light Meter light High beam indicator light "DC TERM" (Auxiliary DC jack) fuse "HEAD" (Headlight) fuse - 2006 Yamaha Motorsports VK Professional | Owners Manual - Page 98
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