2006 YAMAHA WR 450F engine

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ENGCRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT
Crankshaft
1. Remove:
Crankshaft 1
Use the crankcase separating tool 2.
CAUTION:
Do not use a hammer to drive out the
crankshaft.
Crankshaft bearing
1. Remove:
Bearing 1
NOTE:
Remove the bearing from the crankcase by
pressing its inner race.
Do not use the removed bearing.
Crankcase separating tool:
YU-1135-A/90890-01135
INSPECTION
Timing chain and timing chain guide
1. Inspect:
Timing chain
Cracks/stiff → Replace the timing chain
and camshaft sprocket as a set.
2. Inspect:
Timing chain guide
Wear/damage → Replace.
EC4N4101
Crankcase
1. Inspect:
Contacting surface a
Scratches → Replace.
Engine mounting boss b, crankcase
Cracks/damage → Replace.
2. Inspect:
Bearing
Rotate inner race with a finger.
Rough spot/seizure → Replace.
3. Inspect:
Oil seal
Wear/damage → Replace.

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ENGCRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT
5. Install:
Dowel pin 1
O-ring 2
Crankcase (right)
To crankcase (left).
NOTE:
Fit the crankcase (right) onto the crankcase
(left). Tap lightly on the case with soft ham-
mer.
When installing the crankcase, the connect-
ing rod should be positioned at TDC (top
dead center).
New
6. Tighten:
Hose guide 1
Clutch cable holder 2
Bolt (clutch cable holder)
Bolt (crankcase)
NOTE:
Tighten the crankcase tightening bolts in
stage, using a crisscross pattern.
7. Install:
Oil delivery pipe
O-ring
Bolt (oil delivery pipe 2)
8. Install:
Timing chain
Timing chain guide (rear)
Bolt (timing chain guide)
9. Remove:
Sealant
Forced out on the cylinder mating surface.
10. Apply:
Engine oil
To the crank pin, bearing and oil delivery
hole.
11. Check:
Crankshaft and transmission operation.
Unsmooth operation → Repair.
T R..10 Nm (1.0 m · kg, 7.2 ft · lb)
T R..12 Nm (1.2 m · kg, 8.7 ft · lb)
New
T R..10 Nm (1.0 m · kg, 7.2 ft · lb)
T R..10 Nm (1.0 m · kg, 7.2 ft · lb)

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ENGTRANSMISSION, SHIFT CAM AND SHIFT FORK
TRANSMISSION, SHIFT CAM AND SHIFT FORK
TRANSMISSION, SHIFT CAM AND SHIFT FORK
Extent of removal:
1 Shift fork, shift cam, main axle and drive axle removal
Extent of removal Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
TRANSMISSION, SHIFT CAM
AND SHIFT FORK REMOVAL
Preparation for removal Engine Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL” section.
Separate the crankcase. Refer to “CRANKCASE AND CRANK-
SHAFT” section.
1 Shift fork 1 1
Refer to “REMOVAL POINTS”. 2 Shift fork 2 1
3 Shift fork 3 1
4Shift cam 1
5 Main axle 1
6 Drive axle 1
7 Collar 1
1

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ENGTRANSMISSION, SHIFT CAM AND SHIFT FORK
5. Install:
Shift fork 1 (L) 1
Shift fork 2 (C) 2
Shift fork 3 (R) 3
Shift cam 4
To main axle and drive axle.
NOTE:
Apply the molybdenum disulfide oil on the
shift fork grooves.
Mesh the shift fork #1 (L) with the 4th wheel
gear 5 and #3 (R) with the 5th wheel gear 7
on the drive axle.
Mesh the shift fork #2 (C) with the 3rd pinion
gear 6 on the main axle.
6. Install:
Transmission assembly 1
To crankcase (left) 2.
NOTE:
Apply the engine oil on the bearings and guide
bars.
7. Check:
Shifter operation
Transmission operation
Unsmooth operation → Repair.

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CHAS
EC500000
CHASSIS
EC590000
FRONT WHEEL AND REAR WHEEL
EC598000
FRONT WHEEL
FRONT WHEEL AND REAR WHEEL
Extent of removal:
1 Front wheel removal
2 Wheel bearing removal
3 Brake disc removal
Extent of removal Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
FRONT WHEEL REMOVAL
WARNING
Support the machine securely so there is nodanger of it falling over.
Preparation for removal Hold the machine by placing the
suitable stand under the engine.
1 Bolt (axle holder) 4 Only loosening.
2 Nut (front wheel axle) 1
3 Front wheel axle 1
4 Front wheel 1
5 Speed sensor 1
6 Collar 1
7 Oil seal 1
8 Bearing 2 Refer to “REMOVAL POINTS”.
9 Brake disc 1
2
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CHAS
EC598100
REAR WHEEL
Extent of removal:
1 Rear wheel removal
2 Wheel bearing removal
3 Brake disc removal
Extent of removal Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
REAR WHEEL REMOVAL
WARNING
Support the machine securely so there is nodanger of it falling over.
Preparation for removal Hold the machine by placing the
suitable stand under the engine.
1 Nut (rear wheel axle) 1
2 Rear wheel axle 1
3 Chain puller 2
4 Rear wheel 1 Refer to “REMOVAL POINTS”.
5 Collar 2
6 Driven sprocket 1
7 Oil seal 2
8 Circlip 1
9 Bearing 2 Refer to “REMOVAL POINTS”.
10 Brake disc 1
3
3
1
2
FRONT WHEEL AND REAR WHEEL

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CHASFRONT BRAKE AND REAR BRAKE
EC5A0000
FRONT BRAKE AND REAR BRAKE
EC5A8000
FRONT BRAKE
Extent of removal:
1 Brake hose removal
2 Caliper removal
3 Master cylinder removal
Extent of removal Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
FRONT BRAKE REMOVAL
WARNING
Support the machine securely so there is nodanger of it falling over.
Preparation for removal Hold the machine by placing the
suitable stand under the engine.
Drain the brake fluid. Refer to “REMOVAL POINTS”.
1 Brake hose holder (protector) 2
2 Brake hose holder (caliper) 1
3 Union bolt 2
4 Brake hose 1
5 Pad pin plug 1 Remove when loosening the pad pin.
6 Pad pin 1 Loosen when disassembling the caliper.
7 Caliper 1
8Brake lever 1
9 Master cylinder bracket 1
10 Master cylinder
1
1
2
3
3
2

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CHAS
EC5A8100
REAR BRAKE
Extent of removal:
1 Master cylinder removal
2 Brake hose removal
3 Caliper removal
Extent of removal Order Part name Q’ty Remarks
REAR BRAKE REMOVAL
WARNING
Support the machine securely so there is nodanger of it falling over.
Preparation for removal Hold the machine by placing the
suitable stand under the engine.
Rear wheel Refer to “FRONT WHEEL AND REAR
WHEEL” section.
Drain the brake fluid. Refer to “REMOVAL POINTS”.
1 Brake pedal 1
2 Master cylinder 1
3 Brake hose holder 2
4 Union bolt 2
5 Brake hose 1
6 Pad pin plug 1 Remove when loosening the pad pin.
7 Pad pin 1 Loosen when disassembling the caliper.
8 Caliper 1
1
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FRONT BRAKE AND REAR BRAKE