2012 Yamaha Motorsports Apex SE Owners Manual - Page 5

Contents Location of the important labels ...1 Safety information ...6 Description ...9 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 ...15 Low coolant temperature indicator light ...15 Fuel meter and grip/thumb warmer level indicator ...16 Fuel level warning indicator ...17 Oil level/pressure warning indicator ...18 Coolant temperature warning indicator ...18 Electric power steering warning indicator "EPS" ...19 Self-diagnosis device ...19 Engine stop switch ...19 Headlight beam switch "LIGHTS" ...20 Grip/thumb warmer adjusting switch ...20 Auxiliary DC jack ...20 Helmet shield heater jack ...21 Brake lever ...21 Parking brake lever ...22 Shift lever ...22 Drive guard ...23 V-belt holders ...24 Storage compartment ...24 Fuel ...25 Suspension ...26 EXUP system ...35 Operation ...38 Starting the engine ...38 Break-in ...39 Riding your snowmobile ...39 Maximizing drive track life ...43 Driving ...44 Stopping the engine ...45 Transporting ...45 Periodic maintenance and adjustment...46 Periodic maintenance chart for the emission control system ...47 General maintenance and lubrication chart ...48 Tool kit ...50 Recommended equipment ...50 Removing and installing the shroud and covers ...50 Checking the spark plugs ...53 Adjusting the throttle lever free play ...54 Checking the throttle override system (T.O.R.S.) ...55 Checking the air filter ...56 High-altitude settings ...57 Valve clearance ...57 Engine oil and oil filter cartridge ...57 Cooling system ...61 V-belt ...63 Drive chain housing ...65 Brake and parking brake ...67 Extrovert drive sprocket ...69 Skis and ski runners ...69 Steering system ...70 Drive track and slide runners ...71 Lubrication ...75 Replacing a headlight bulb ...76 Adjusting the headlight beams ...78 Pre-operation checks ...36 Pre-operation check list ...36