2005 YAMAHA YZ450F relay

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CHASSWINGARM
8. Install:
Bolt (connecting rod) 1
Plain washer 2
Nut (connecting rod) 3
NOTE:
Apply the molybdenum disulfide grease on
the bolt.
Do not tighten the nut yet.
9. Install:
Bolt (rear shock absorber-relay arm) 1
Nut (rear shock absorber-relay arm) 2
NOTE:
Apply the molybdenum disulfide grease on the
bolt.
T R..53 Nm (5.3 m · kg, 38 ft · lb)
10. Tighten:
Nut (connecting rod) 1
T R..80 Nm (8.0 m · kg, 58 ft · lb)
11. Tighten:
Nut (relay arm) 1
T R..80 Nm (8.0 m · kg, 58 ft · lb)
12. Install:
Cap 1
NOTE:
Install the cap (right) with its mark a facing
forward.

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CHASREAR SHOCK ABSORBER
EC580000
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
Extent of removal:
1 Rear shock absorber removal
2 Rear shock absorber disassembly
Extent of removal Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
REAR SHOCK ABSORBER
REMOVAL
WARNING
Support the machine securely so there is no
danger of it falling over.Preparation for removal Hold the machine by placing the
suitable stand under the engine.
Seat and fitting band Refer to “SEAT, FUEL TANK AND SIDE
COVERS” section in the CHAPTER 4.
Silencer Refer to “EXHAUST PIPE AND
SILENCER” section in the CHAPTER 4.
1 Clamp (air filter joint) 1 Only loosening.
2Rear frame 1
3 Bolt (rear shock absorber-relay
arm)1 Hold the swingarm.
4 Bolt (rear shock absorber-frame) 1
5 Rear shock absorber 1
6 Locknut 1 Only loosening.
7 Adjuster 1 Only loosening.
8 Spring guide (lower) 1
1
2

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CHASREAR SHOCK ABSORBER
2. Install:
Bush 1
Collar 2
Dust seal 3
NOTE:
Apply the molybdenum disulfide grease on
the bearing.
Apply the lithium soap base grease on the
bush, collars and dust seals.
Install the dust seals with their lips facing out-
ward.
3. Install:
Rear shock absorber
4. Install:
Bolt (rear shock absorber-frame) 1
Nut (rear shock absorber-frame) 2
NOTE:
Apply the molybdenum disulfide grease on the
bolt.
5. Install:
Bolt (rear shock absorber-relay arm) 1
Nut (rear shock absorber-relay arm) 2
NOTE:
Apply the molybdenum disulfide grease on the
bolt.
T R..56 Nm (5.6 m · kg, 40 ft · lb)
T R..53 Nm (5.3 m · kg, 38 ft · lb)
6. Install:
Rear frame 1
Bolt [rear frame (upper)] 2
Bolt [rear frame (lower)] 3
T R..32 Nm (3.2 m · kg, 23 ft · lb)
T R..29 Nm (2.9 m · kg, 21 ft · lb)
7. Tighten:
Screw (air filter joint) 1
T R..3 Nm (0.3 m · kg, 2.2 ft · lb)