2008 Yamaha Motorsports Apex LTX Owners Manual - Page 5

Contents Safety information ...1 Location of the important labels ...4 Description ...7 Control functions ...10 Main switch ...10 Throttle lever ...10 Engine overheating prevention system ...10 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...10 Speedometer unit ...12 High beam indicator light ...14 Low coolant temperature indicator light ...14 Fuel meter, grip warmer level indicator, rear suspension compression damping level indicator, and thumb warmer level indicator ...14 Fuel level warning indicator ...17 Oil level warning indicator ...17 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...18 Self-diagnosis device ...18 Engine stop switch ...18 Headlight beam switch "LIGHTS" ...19 Grip warmer/rear suspension compression damping and thumb warmer adjustment switches ...19 Auxiliary DC jack ...19 Brake lever ...20 Parking brake lever ...21 Shift lever ...21 Shroud and covers ...22 Drive guard ...23 V-belt holders ...23 Storage compartment ...23 Fuel ...23 Suspension ...24 Pre-operation checks ...29 Pre-operation check list ...29 Operation ...31 Starting the engine ...31 Break-in ...31 Riding your snowmobile ...32 Maximizing drive track life ...35 Driving ...36 Stopping the engine ...37 Transporting ...37 Periodic maintenance...38 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ...38 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...40 Tool kit ...42 Removing and installing the shroud and covers ...42 Checking the spark plugs ...44 Adjusting the engine idling speed ...45 Adjusting the throttle cable free play ...45 Checking the throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...47 Checking the air filter ...47 High-altitude settings ...49 Valve clearance ...49 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...49 Cooling system ...53 V-belt ...54 Drive chain housing ...57 Brake and parking brake ...58 Skis and ski runners ...61 Steering system ...61 Drive track and slide runners ...62 Lubrication ...65 Replacing a headlight bulb ...65