Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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NOTICE
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Avoid scratching the skis when loading
and unloading the snowmobile, when
riding in areas with little or no snow, or on
sharp edges such as concrete, curbs, etc.
This will wear or damage the skis.
To align the skis
1. Turn the handlebar so the skis face
straight ahead.
2. Check the following for ski alignment:
● Skis are facing forward.
● Ski toe-out (distance A – distance B) is
within specification.
3. If the alignment is not correct, consult a
Yamaha dealer.
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Steering system
Check the handlebar for excessive free play.
To check the handlebar
1. Push the handlebar up and down and
back and forth.
2. Turn the handlebar slightly to the right
and left.
If excessive free play is felt, consult a Yamaha
dealer.
1. Ski wear limit
Ski runner wear limit:
6 mm (0.2 in)
Ski wear limit:
PZ50 13 mm (0.5 in)
PZ50GT 13 mm (0.5 in)
PZ50MT 24 mm (0.9 in)
PZ50RT 13 mm (0.5 in)
PZ50VT 13 mm (0.5 in)
1. Distance A
2. Distance B
Ski toe-out (distance A – distance B):
0.0–15.0 mm (0.00–0.59 in)
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