2005 YAMAHA YFZ450 oil

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Recommended engine oil:
See page 10-2.
Oil quantity:
Without oil filter element replacement:
Quantity in oil tank:
1.55 L
Quantity in crankcase:
0.20 L
Total amount:
1.75 L
With oil filter element replacement:
Quantity in oil tank:
1.55 L
Quantity in crankcase:
0.30 L
Total amount:
1.85 L
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CAUTION:_

In order to prevent clutch slippage (since
the engine oil also lubricates the clutch),
do not mix any chemical additives. Do not
use oils with a diesel specification of “CD”
or oils of a higher quality than specified. In
addition, do not use oils labeled “ENERGY
CONSERVING II” or higher.


Make sure that no foreign material enters
the crankcase.
_14. Start the engine, and then let it idle for seve-
ral minutes while checking it for oil leakage. If
oil is leaking, immediately turn the engine off
and check for the cause.
15. Turn the engine off, and then check the oil
level and correct it if necessary.
16. Install the engine guard by installing the bolts,
and then tighten them to the specified torque.
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NOTE:_ If a torque wrench is not available when you are in-
stalling a spark plug, a good estimate of the correct
torque is 1/4 to 1/2 turn past finger tight. Have the
spark plug tightened to the specified torque as
soon as possible. _4. Install the spark plug cap.CAUTION:_ Do not use any tools to remove or install the
spark plug cap, otherwise the ignition coil cou-
pler may be damaged. The spark plug cap may
be difficult to remove because the rubber seal
on the end of the cap fits tightly. To remove the
spark plug cap, simply twist it back and forth
while pulling it out; to install it, twist it back
and forth while pushing it in. _5. Place the fuel tank in the original position,
and then install the bolt.
6. Remove the fuel tank cap by turning it coun-
terclockwise.
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6. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the air fil-
ter element and let it dry.CAUTION:_ Do not twist the air filter element when squeez-
ing it. _7. Inspect the air filter element and replace it if
damaged.
8. Apply foam air filter oil to the air filter element.NOTE:_ The air filter element should be wet but not drip-
ping. _9. Pull the air filter element over its frame.
10. Install the air filter element by installing the
wing bolt.
11. Install the air filter case cover by hooking the
holders onto the filter case.
12. Install the seat.
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1. Cache du réservoir de liquide de frein
2. Boulon (× 2)
1. Cubierta del depósito de líquido de frenos
2. Perno (× 2)
Observe these precautions:

When checking the brake fluid level, make sure
the top of the brake fluid reservoir is level.


Use only the designated quality brake fluid, oth-
erwise, the rubber seals may deteriorate, caus-
ing leakage and poor brake performance.


Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Mixing
fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction
and lead to poor brake performance.


Be careful that water does not enter the brake
fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and
may result in vapor lock.


Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid im-
mediately.


Have a Yamaha dealer check the cause if the
brake fluid level goes down. Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
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EBU11860
Brake fluid replacement
Complete fluid replacement should be done only
by trained Yamaha service personnel. Have a
Yamaha dealer replace the following components
during periodic maintenance or when they are
damaged or leaking.

Replace the oil seals every two years.


Replace the brake hoses every four years.
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FBU08050
Lubrification de la chaîne de transmission
Il faut nettoyer et lubrifier la chaîne de transmission aux
fréquences spécifiées dans le tableau des entretiens et
graissages périodiques, sinon elle s’usera rapidement,
surtout lors de la conduite dans les régions humides ou
poussiéreuses. Entretenir la chaîne de transmission com-
me suit.ATTENTION:_ Il faut lubrifier la chaîne de transmission après avoir
lavé le véhicule ou après avoir roulé sous la pluie. _1. Laver la chaîne à l’aide de pétrole et d’une petite
brosse à poils doux.ATTENTION:_ Ne pas nettoyer la chaîne de transmission à la vapeur,
au jet à forte pression ou à l’aide de dissolvants inap-
propriés, car cela endommagerait ses joints toriques. _
SBU08050
Lubricación de la cadena de transmisión
La cadena de transmisión debe limpiarse y lubricar-
se a los intervalos especificados para el manteni-
miento periódico y en la gráfica de lubricación, de lo
contrario se desgastaría con rapidez. especialmente
cuando se circula por zonas polvorientas o mojadas.
Realice el servicio de la cadena de transmisión de la
forma siguiente.AT E N C I O N :_ La cadena de transmisión debe lubricarse des-
pués de haber lavado el ATV o de haber circula-
do bajo la lluvia. _1. Limpie la cadena de transmisión con querose-
no y un cepillo blando pequeño.AT E N C I O N :_ Para evitar daños en las juntas tóricas, no limpie
la cadena de transmisión con limpiadores al va-
por, lavadores de alta presión ni solventes inade-
cuados. _
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2. Wipe the drive chain dry.
3. Thoroughly lubricate the drive chain with a
special O-ring chain lubricant.CAUTION:_ Do not use engine oil or any other lubricants
for the drive chain, as they may contain sub-
stances that could damage the O-rings. _
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