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I just bought my first snowmobile an 01 yamaha 700. This may be a stupid question, but how do I change the belt? I was able to get the old one off, but cannot get the new one on.

Jaded

Put the belt around the primary clutch first (Smaller one). Get it part way on the secondary clutch (Bigger one) then rotate the secondary clutch moving the belt onto the clutch. It helps alot to support the rear end of the sled so the track is off the ground when you do this so you can rotate the secondary easier.
You can also push in on the secondary clutch and rotate it counter-clockwise so the sheaves open and part. The belt will drop onto the secondary. I personally find the first method easier. I've heard of guys wedging a piece of wood between the sheaves of the secondary to separate them as well.
Good luck.
What model is your Yamaha 700?. I have a 99 and 2000 Mountain Max 700.

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It's a mountain max.

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I got the new belt on but now the new belt is sqweeking on the primary clutch. Is this normal for a new belt?

Jaded

My 99 did that at first when I put a new belt on but after about 500 kms (300 miles) it stopped squeaking. I think there's an oily film on the belt when it comes from the manufacturer that seems to cause this. My 2000 didn't do that for some reason
Cleaning up the clutches with some emery cloth seemed to help too.

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