2008 Yamaha Motorsports Phazer GT Owners Manual - Page 5

Contents Safety information ...1 Location of the important labels ...4 Description ...7 Control functions ...9 Main switch ...9 Throttle lever ...9 Engine overheating prevention system ...9 Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...9 Speedometer unit ...11 High beam indicator light ...12 Low coolant temperature indicator light ...12 Knock control system "KCS" indicator light ...12 Drive "D" and reverse "R" indicator lights ...13 Fuel meter and grip/ thumb warmer level indicator ...13 Fuel level warning indicator ...14 Oil level warning indicator ...15 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...15 Self-diagnosis device ...15 Drive select switch ...16 Engine stop switch ...16 Headlight beam switch "LIGHTS" ...17 Grip/thumb warmer adjustment switch ...17 Auxiliary DC jack (PZ50VT) ...17 Brake lever ...18 Parking brake lever ...18 Shroud latches (PZ50VT) ...18 Shroud and covers ...19 Drive guard ...20 V-belt holder (PZ50VT) ...20 Passenger grip warmer switch (PZ50VT) ...21 Backrest (PZ50VT) ...Storage pouch ...Rear carrier (PZ50VT) ...Fuel ...Suspension ...21 21 22 22 24 Pre-operation checks ...31 Pre-operation check list ...31 Operation ...33 Starting the engine ...33 Break-in ...33 Riding your snowmobile ...34 Maximizing drive track life ...37 Strap (PZ50MT) ...38 Driving ...38 Stopping the engine ...39 Transporting ...40 Periodic maintenance...41 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ...41 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...43 Tool kit ...45 Removing and installing the shroud and covers ...45 Checking the spark plugs ...48 Adjusting the engine idling speed ...49 Adjusting the throttle cable free play (PZ50RT / PZ50GT / PZ50MT) ...50 Checking the throttle cable free play (PZ50VT) ...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