2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX Owners Manual
2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX Manual
2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX manual content summary:
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OWNER'S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. RX10RZ RX10LTZ RX10MTZ LIT-12628-02-88 8FP-28199-15 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 2
ESU10041 Read this manual carefully before operating this vehicle. This manual should stay with this vehicle if it is sold. - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 3
sporting and touring snowmobiles. 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 maintenance of this snowmobile. If you have any questions concerning the - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 4
information ESU10151 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 5
Contents Location of the important labels ...1 Safety information ...6 Description ...8 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 ...14 Low coolant temperature indicator light ... - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 6
a headlight bulb ...Adjusting the headlight beams ...Fittings and fasteners ...Battery ...Replacing a fuse ...71 72 73 74 74 74 Troubleshooting ...78 Storage ...82 Specifications ...84 Consumer information...86 Identification number records ...86 Vehicle Emission Control Information label ...87 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 7
Location of the important labels ESU10215 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 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 8
Location of the important labels 1 2 RX10R/RX10LT NOTICE Do not exceed the combined maximum capacity of 30W for the auxiliary jacks. ATTENTION Ne pas dépasser la capacité totale de 30W des prises pour accessoires combinées. 8FR-2815S-E0 3 4 ATTENTION 8ET-2815K-10 NOTICE 8ET-2815K-00 5 6 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 9
250 cm³ (8.5 oz) GL-3 75W or 80W 3. TRACK TENSION 30 ~ 35 mm (1.18 ~ 1.38 in)/100 N (10 kg, 22 lb) * FOR MORE INFO: SEE SERVICE MANUAL FOR THIS MODEL. * SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. SPECIFICATIONS DE LA MISE AU POINT ENTRA Î NEMENT 1. CAPACITÉ D'HUILE DU CARTER DE CHAÎNE 250 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 10
RA NSPO 13 T R 14 8FA-E0 JUMPER CABLE CONNECTION LEADS • For connecting procedures, refer to Owner's Manual. FILS DE BRANCHEMENT DES CÂBLES DE DÉMARRAGE • Effectuer le branchement des câbles de démarrage conformément aux instructions du Manuel du propriétaire. 8FA-2389C-E0 T 88C-77769-00 4 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 11
Location of the important labels 15 16 RX10MT 17 RX10MT LOAD LIMIT / CHARGE LIMITE 10kg {22lbs} 8ET-24897-00 5 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 12
are prohibited. Carrying a passenger can cause loss of control. While using your snowmobile G Before you operate your snowmobile G G Read the Owner's Manual and all labels. Become familiar with all of the operating controls and their function. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any control or - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 13
Safety information G Many surfaces such as ice and hardpacked snow require much longer stopping distances. Be alert, plan ahead and begin decelerating early. The best braking method on most surfaces is to release the throttle and apply the brake gently-not suddenly. Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 14
Description ESU10260 RX10R 1,2 3 4 5,6,7 9,10 11 RX10MT 1,2 3 4 5,6,7 8 9,10 11 12 17 16 15 14 13 17 16 15 13 RX10LT 1,2 3 4 5,6,7 9,10 11 17 16 15 14 1. Battery 2. Main fuse 3. Air filter 4. Oil filler cap 5. Fuse box 6. Coolant reservoir 7. Coolant recovery tank 8. Strap (RX10MT) 9. - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 15
Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 10 9 12 20 22 24 26 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 21 23 25 27 29 1. Brake lever 2. Parking brake lever 3. Grip warmer adjustment switch 4. Engine stop switch 5. Thumb warmer adjustment switch 6. Throttle lever 7. Main switch 8. Shift lever 9. Auxiliary DC jack 10. Helmet - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 16
Description TIP G G The snowmobile you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual. Design and specifications are subjected to change without notice. 10 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 17
If the T.O.R.S. is activated, make sure that the cause of the malfunction has been corrected and that the engine can be operated without a problem before restarting the engine. Continuing to operate with a malfunction could cause loss of control or damage. If the throttle valves or throttle cable - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 18
Control functions TIP If the T.O.R.S. is activated, the warning light and self-diagnosis warning indicator will flash, and the two-digit code "84" will flash in the meter display. If this occurs, have a Yamaha dealer check the system as soon as possible. a grip/thumb warmer level indicator (which - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 19
Control functions and then push the "SELECT" button for at least 3 seconds while the snowmobile is stopped. 1 2 3 Odometer, tripmeter, and barometer modes 1 1. "SELECT" button 2. "RESET" button 3. Clock 2. 1. Odometer/tripmeter/barometer Pushing the "SELECT" button switches the display - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 20
Control functions ESU10472 Low coolant temperature indicator light " " The low coolant temperature indicator light comes on when the coolant temperature is low and informs the rider that the snowmobile should be warmed up. After the engine is started, warm it up until the indicator light goes off. - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 21
Control functions Grip/thumb warmer level indicator When the grip warmer adjustment switch is pressed, the grip warmer indicator comes on and the display switches to the grip warmer level. When the thumb warmer adjustment switch is pressed, the thumb warmer indicator comes on and the display - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 22
broken lead, or short circuit is detected by the self-diagnosis device of the snowmobile to warn the rider of any of the above problems. 1. Oil level warning indicator " 2. Warning light " " " If the oil level warning indicator and the warning light come on, place the snowmobile on a level surface - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 23
the engine if it is overheating. ESU12685 Self-diagnosis device This model is equipped with a self-diagnosis device for various electrical circuits. If a problem is detected in any of those circuits, the warning light and the self-diagnosis warning indicator flash, and an error code flashes slowly - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 24
Control functions ESU10661 Headlight beam switch "LIGHTS" Push the headlight beam switch to change the headlight to high beam "HI" or to low beam "LO". 1. Thumb warmer adjustment switch To raise the temperature, press the respective switch to "HI". To lower the temperature, press the switch to " - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 25
Control functions 3. After using the auxiliary DC jack, be sure to remove the accessory power plug from the jack and to close the auxiliary DC jack cap. 1 2 ECS01002 NOTICE G G To avoid circuit overload and a possible fuse blowing, do not use accessories requiring more than the maximum rated - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 26
Control functions 1. Brake lever 1. Parking brake lever TIP When the brake lever is squeezed, the brake light comes on. The brake lever is equipped with a position adjuster. To adjust the brake lever position: 1. Loosen the locknut. 2. While lightly pushing the brake lever in direction (a), turn - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 27
Control functions 1. Pull out. 2. Slide to "FWD" (forward). 3. Release. 1. Shroud 2. Right side cover 1. Left side cover 1. Pull out. 2. Slide to "REV" (reverse). 3. Release. ECS00072 NOTICE Do not use the shift lever while the snowmobile is moving, otherwise the drive train could be damaged. - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 28
Control functions G Make sure that the drive guard is tightened securely before operating the snowmobile to protect against severe injury or death from a broken V-belt or other part should it come off the snowmobile while it is in operation. ECS00930 NOTICE G G Never run the engine with the V- - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 29
WARNING Gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, follow these instructions. Make sure there is sufficient gasoline in the tank. 1. Before refueling, turn off the engine and be sure that nobody is on the - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 30
Control functions in your eyes, see your doctor immediately. If gasoline spills on your skin, wash with soap and water. If gasoline spills on your clothing, change your clothes. Recommended fuel: REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY Fuel tank capacity: 35.6 L (9.41 US gal, 7.83 Imp.gal) Your Yamaha engine - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 31
. G Do not dispose of a damaged or worn out shock absorber yourself. Take the shock absorber to a Yamaha dealer for any service. ESU10894 3 1 (a) 2 (b) 1. Locknut 2. Distance A 3. Spring preload adjusting nut TIP The spring preload setting is determined by measuring distance A, shown in the - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 32
Control functions ESU10975 Adjusting the spring preload of the center shock absorber and the rear torsion springs (RX10MT), or the rear shock absorber (RX10R / RX10LT) The spring preload can be adjusted by turning the adjusting nut on the center shock absorber and the adjusters on the rear torsion - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 33
Control functions Spring preload setting: Minimum (soft): S Standard: M Maximum (hard): H Rear shock absorber (RX10R / RX10LT) To increase the spring preload and thereby harden the suspension, turn the adjusting ring in direction (a). To decrease the spring preload and thereby soften the suspension, - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 34
Control functions Rebound damping setting: Minimum (soft): 22 click(s) in direction (b)* Standard: With the adjusting dial fully turned in direction (a) Maximum (hard): With the adjusting dial fully turned in direction (a) * With the adjusting dial in the standard position ESU11046 TIP Use the - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 35
Control functions 1 1. Special wrench Locknut tightening torque: 35 Nm (3.5 m·kgf, 25 ft·lbf) RX10MT EWS00770 WARNING The left and right adjusting nuts must be set to the same position. Uneven settings can cause poor handling and loss of stability. 1. Loosen the locknut while holding the - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 36
Control functions 1. Red paint area 2. Adjustable range 3. Standard position 3. Tighten the locknut while holding the adjusting nut in place. NOTICE: Always tighten the locknut against the adjusting nut, and then tighten the locknut to the specified torque. [ECS00860] Locknut tightening torque: - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 37
inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in the Owner's Manual. EWS00191 WARNING Failure to inspect or maintain the vehicle operate the vehicle if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the vehicle inspected by a - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 38
Pre-operation checks ITEM CHECKS Check the deflection. Adjust if necessary. Check for wear and damage. If necessary, have a Yamaha dealer replace track. PAGE Drive track 66 Slide runners Steering Strap (RX10MT) Lights, signals and switches Throttle lever Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) • - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 39
Operation ESU13500 Read the Owner's Manual carefully to become familiar with all controls. If there is a control or function you do not understand, ask your Yamaha dealer. EWS00201 WARNING Failure to - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 40
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 riding safely. Before operating the snowmobile, read this Owner's Manual completely and understand the operation of the controls. ESU11310 Break- - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 41
control of the throttle and brake, and master turning techniques in this area before trying more difficult terrain. Set the parking brake and follow the instructions on page 33 to start the engine. Once the engine has warmed up, you are ready to begin riding your snowmobile. G Many surfaces such as - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 42
of your snowmobile. Riding uphill EWS00231 WARNING Operation on slopes can lead to loss of control if proper techniques are not used. Follow these instructions to reduce your risk of an accident. Do not try steeper or more difficult inclines until you have developed your skill on gentle slopes - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 43
WARNING Driving across the face of a slope ("sidehilling") can lead to overturn or loss of control if proper techniques are not used. Follow these instructions to reduce your risk of an accident. Do not try steeper or more difficult inclines until you have developed your skill on gentle slopes - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 44
Operation Sand Rocks G Grass G Bare pavement Other surfaces that should be avoided for the sake of drive track and slide runner life are: G Glare ice surfaces G Snow mixed with a lot of dirt and sand All of the above surfaces have one thing in common in regard to drive track and slide runners: - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 45
Operation ESU11360 ESU11393 Strap (RX10MT) The strap should be used only by experienced operators to assist them when traverse (sidehill) riding. Driving EWS00300 WARNING Be sure to read the "SAFETY INFORMATION" section on page 6 and the "Riding your snowmobile" section on page 34 carefully - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 46
Operation 3. 4. 5. 6. Squeeze the throttle lever slowly to start out. Turn the handlebar in the desired direction. Squeeze the brake lever to stop the snowmobile. Apply the parking brake by moving the parking brake lever to the left. ESU11411 Stopping the engine 1. Pull out. 2. Slide to "FWD" ( - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 47
Operation for your snowmobile is best. This will help keep foreign objects out of the cooling vents, and also help protect the snowmobile against damage from debris on the road. If transporting the snowmobile in an open trailer or truck in areas where road salt is used, coat metal suspension - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 48
has moving parts that can catch on body parts or clothing, and electrical parts that can cause shocks or fires. G Running the engine while servicing can lead to eye injury, burns, fire, or carbon monoxide poisoning-possibly leading to death. See page 6 for more information about carbon monoxide - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 49
Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE * * Valve clearance Crankcase breather system Fuel line Idle speed Fuel injection Exhaust system • Check and adjust valve clearance when engine is cold. - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 50
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11563 General maintenance and lubrication chart INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE Engine oil * Engine oil filter cartridge Cooling system • Change (warm engine before draining). • - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 51
Periodic maintenance and adjustment INITIAL ITEM REMARKS 1 month or 800 km (500 mi) (40 hr) EVERY Seasonally or 4000 km (2500 mi) (200 hr) PAGE * * Skis and ski runners Steering system • Check for wear and damage. • Replace if necessary. • Check toe-out. • Adjust if necessary. • Check bearing - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 52
and adjustment ESU11741 Tool kit The service information included in this manual and the tools provided in the owner the fasteners. TIP 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 settings - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 53
cover 1. Remove the shroud. (See the above procedure.) 2. Remove the screws, and then remove the cable guide. 1. Fastener 2. Right side cover 1. Fastener 2. Left side cover 1. Screw 2. Cable guide 3. To install a side cover 1. Place the side cover in the original position, and then tighten the - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 54
throttle cable, parking brake cable and wire harness through the cable guide, place the cable guide in the original position, and then install the screws. 3. track air leak or carburetion problem for that cylinder. Do not attempt to diagnose such problems yourself. Instead, take the snowmobile - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 55
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Before installing any spark plug, measure the electrode gap with a wire thickness gauge and adjust to specification. Spark plug gap: 0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in) When installing the spark plug, always clean the gasket surface. Wipe off any grime from the threads - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 56
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11835 Adjusting the throttle cable free play 1. 2. 3. Place the snowmobile on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Remove the shroud. (See page 46 for removal procedures.) Remove the headlight unit bolt on each side of the snowmobile and loosen the - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 57
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU11863 Checking the throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) EWS00352 WARNING When checking the T.O.R.S., take precautions to avoid snowmobile movement which could cause an accident: G Make sure that the throttle lever moves smoothly with the engine off before - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 58
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. 2. Remove the shroud. (See page 46 for removal procedures.) Unhook the air filter case cover fasteners. 4. 5. Slightly lift up the headlight unit, and then remove the air filter case cover. Lift up the air filter element frame and check the air filter element. - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 59
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1 mance and rapid wear. If you plan to operate your snowmobile at an altitude different from the area where you bought it, be sure to consult a Yamaha dealer. The dealer can tell you if there are any changes necessary for the altitude where you plan to ride. - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 60
Periodic maintenance and adjustment G The oil filter cartridge should be replaced after the first 800 km (500 mi) of operation, and every 20000 km (12000 mi) of operation thereafter. Have a Yamaha dealer replace the oil filter cartridge. To check the engine oil level 1. Place the snowmobile on a - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 61
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 3 1 1. "H" level mark 2. "L" level mark 1. Screw 2. Bolt 3. Right lower cover 2 1 6. If the engine oil is below the "L" level mark, add sufficient oil of the recommended type to raise it to the "H" level mark. (See page 84 for the recommended oil.) NOTICE: - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 62
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 8. Remove the oil filler cap, and then remove the engine oil drain bolt and its gasket to drain the oil from the oil tank. Tightening torques: Engine oil drain bolt (crankcase): 30 Nm (3.0 m·kgf, 22 ft·lbf) Engine oil drain bolt (oil tank): 16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 11 ft - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 63
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 15. Install and tighten the oil filler cap. 16. Start the engine, and then let it idle for several minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If oil is leaking, immediately turn the engine off and make sure that the engine oil drain bolt, oil tank drain bolt, and - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 64
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Coolant reservoir cap 2. Coolant recovery tank cap 4. Remove the coolant recovery tank cap, add the recommended coolant until it reaches the "COLD LEVEL" mark, and then install the cap. 1. "COLD LEVEL" mark 4. Install the top cover. Bleeding the cooling - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 65
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 7. Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir. If it is not full, remove the coolant reservoir cap, fill the reservoir with the recommended coolant, and then install the cap. TIP If you find any leaks, consult a Yamaha dealer. 8. Install the top cover. 1. - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 66
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 3. Rotate the secondary sliding sheave clockwise and push it so that it separates from the secondary fixed sheave. 2 1. Secondary sliding sheave 2. Secondary fixed sheave 1 4. Pull the V-belt up over the secondary fixed sheave. 1. Edge of the secondary sheave - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 67
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 10. Rotate the secondary sliding sheave clockwise and push it so that it separates from the secondary fixed sheave. 1. Secondary sliding sheave 2. Secondary fixed sheave 11. Install the V-belt between the secondary sliding and fixed sheaves. 1. V-belt position - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 68
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Recommended drive chain oil: SAE 75W or 80W API GL-3 Gear oil 5. Install the dipstick, making sure to align the notch in the dipstick handle with the projection on the drive chain housing. 1. Dipstick 4. Remove the dipstick and check that the oil is between the - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 69
EWS00440 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 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 70
Periodic maintenance and adjustment To adjust the parking brake As the parking brake pads wear, adjustment may be necessary to ensure proper brake performance. 1. Remove the shroud and the right side cover. (See page 46 for removal procedures.) 2. Loosen the parking brake pad adjusting bolt locknut - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 71
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 3 2 1. Lower level 1 Specified brake fluid: DOT 4 1. Drive sprocket tooth 2. Measuring point height: 20 mm (0.79 in) 3. Drive sprocket tooth width ESU12143 Changing the brake fluid EWS00471 Skis and ski runners Check the skis and ski runners for wear and - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 72
the engine is running. G When the rear of the snowmobile is raised 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 snowmobile off the ground to allow the drive track to spin - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 73
Periodic maintenance and adjustment material is visible or support rods are broken. Otherwise, track damage or failure could result in loss of braking ability and snowmobile control, which could cause an accident. Checking the - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 74
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1 1 3 1. Rear axle nut 1. Left adjusting bolt 2. Right adjusting bolt 3. Locknut 3 2 2. 3. 4. Lift the rear of the snowmobile onto a suitable stand to raise the drive track off the ground. Start the engine and rotate the drive track one or two turns. Stop - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 75
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Shifted to left 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Forward Gap Slide runner Drive track Slide metal 1. Rear axle nut 2. 3. 4. 5. Adjust the drive track deflection to specification. NOTICE: The right and left adjusting bolts should be turned an equal amount. [ECS00970] Drive - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 76
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 5. Adjust the drive track deflection to specification. NOTICE: The right and left adjusting nuts should be turned an equal amount. [ECS00592] Drive track deflection Left adjusting nut Right adjusting nut 1. Left adjusting nut 2. Right adjusting nut More than - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 77
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ECS00350 EWS00511 NOTICE Ride on fresh snow frequently. Operating on ice or hard-packed snow will rapidly wear the slide runners. ESU12181 WARNING Do not grease the throttle cable because it could become frozen, which could cause loss of control. Apply a dab of - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 78
Periodic maintenance and adjustment RX10MT 1. Grease nipple 1. Grease nipple ESU12221 Replacing a headlight bulb 1. 2. Remove the top cover. (See page 46 for removal procedures.) Remove the screws, and then remove the headlight access panel. 1 1. Grease nipple RX10R / RX10LT 1. Screw 1. Grease - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 79
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1 1. Headlight coupler 2. Bulb holder cover 1. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb. 5. Unhook the bulb holder by pushing it in, then clockwise. 8. 9. Bulb type: Halogen bulb Install the bulb holder cover, and then connect the headlight coupler. Install - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 80
Periodic maintenance and adjustment ESU12290 EWS00610 Fittings and fasteners Check the tightness of the fittings and fasteners. Tighten in proper sequence and torque if necessary. ESU12303 WARNING G G Battery This model is equipped with a VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery. There is no - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 81
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 1. Remove the shroud, the left and right side covers, and the top cover. (See page 46 for removal procedures.) Remove the headlight unit bolts, disconnect the headlight couplers and multifunction meter unit coupler, and then remove the headlight unit. 2. 1 1 1. - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 82
Periodic maintenance and adjustment 8. 9. Disconnect the negative battery lead. Replace the blown fuse with one of the proper amperage. 1. Spare fuse 2. Fuel injection system fuse 3. Main fuse 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. "HEAD" (headlight) fuse "SIG" (signaling system) fuse "DC TERM" (auxiliary DC - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 83
Periodic maintenance and adjustment Specified fuses: Main fuse: 40.0 A Fuel injection system fuse: 10.0 A Headlight fuse: 20.0 A Signaling system fuse: 10.0 A Auxiliary DC jack fuse: 3.0 A Ignition fuse: 20.0 A Backup fuse: 3.0 A Radiator fan fuse: 4.0 A ECS fuse: 10.0 A Spare fuses: 20.0 A, 10.0 A, - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 84
Troubleshooting ESU12384 Engine turns over but does not start 1. Fuel system No fuel supplied to combustion chamber • No fuel in tank: Supply fuel. ↓ • Clogged fuel line: - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 85
Troubleshooting G Be sure to pull the lead covers back over the terminals completely. If the terminals are exposed, they could come into contact with the frame - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 86
Troubleshooting 7. Pull the black (-) connecting lead cover to expose the terminal through the slit in the cover, and then connect the black (-) jumper cable to the - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 87
Troubleshooting G Leaking coolant: Ask a Yamaha dealer to inspect. Malfunctioning V-belt clutch Yamaha dealer to inspect. Oily or dirty V-belt or primary and secondary sheave assembly surfaces: Clean. Problem with the driveline: See "V-belt twists" above. G Snowmobile does not move G G Worn or - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 88
Storage ESU12433 Long-term storage requires some preventive procedures to guard against deterioration. marks. If the windshield is scratched, use a quality plastic polishing compound after washing. Cleaning Thoroughly clean the snowmobile, inside and out, to remove the corrosive salts and acids - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 89
a plastic or vinyl cover-condensation could be trapped underneath which could increase the chances of rusting. 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 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 90
parallel 4-cylinder Displacement: 998 cm³ Bore × stroke: 74.0 × 58.0 mm (2.91 × 2.28 in) Idling speed: 1400-1600 r/min Engine oil: Recommended grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA Recommended brand: YAMALUBE Type: SAE 0W-30 Fuel injection: ID mark: 8FP1 10 Fuel: Type: REGULAR - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 91
Specifications Drive chain housing oil: Type: SAE 75W or 80W API GL-3 Gear oil Capacity: 0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt) Reverse system: Yes Primary reduction ratio: 3.80-1.00 :1 Secondary reduction ratio: RX10LT 38/23 (1.65) RX10MT 40/20 (2.00) RX10R 38/24 (1.58) Secondary reduction ratio [R]: - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 92
Consumer information ESU12480 Identification number records Record the frame serial number, engine serial number (Primary ID), and key identification number in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. Also, record and keep the ID numbers in a separate place - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 93
Consumer information ESU13460 Vehicle Emission Control Information label 1 1. Vehicle Emission Control Information label The Vehicle Emission Control Information label is affixed at the location in the illustration. This label shows specifications related to exhaust emissions as required by - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 94
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 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 95
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 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 96
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 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 97
Consumer information ESU12510 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) 91 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 98
Index A Air filter, checking...51 Auxiliary DC jack ...18 B Battery...74 Brake and parking brake ...63 Brake lever ...19 Break-in...34 C Center shock absorber and rear torsion springs, or rear shock absorber, adjusting spring preload...26 Control rods, adjusting ...28 Coolant temperature warning - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 99
Index Throttle override system (T.O.R.S.), checking...51 Tool kit...46 Transporting ...40 Troubleshooting ...78 V Valve clearance...53 V-belt...59 V-belt holders ...23 Vehicle Emission Control Information label ...87 - 2010 Yamaha Motorsports Apex M-TX | Owners Manual - Page 100
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