2012 YAMAHA YZ450F clutch

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TIGHTENING TORQUES
CHASSIS
△- marked portion shall be checked for torque tightening after break-in or before each race.
ItemThread
sizeQ'ty Tightening torque Remarks
△Upper bracket and outer tube M8 4 21 Nm (2.1 m•kg, 15 ft•lb)
△Lower bracket and outer tube M8 4 21 Nm (2.1 m•kg, 15 ft•lb)
△Upper bracket and steering stem M24 1 145 Nm (14.5 m•kg, 105 ft•lb)
△Handlebar upper holder M8 4 28 Nm (2.8 m•kg, 20 ft•lb)
△Handlebar lower holder M10 2 34 Nm (3.4 m•kg, 24 ft•lb)
△Steering ring nut M28 1 Refer to TIP.
Front fork and damper assembly M51 2 30 Nm (3.0 m•kg, 22 ft•lb)
Front fork and adjuster M22 2 55 Nm (5.5 m•kg, 40 ft•lb)Copper
washer
Damper assembly and base valve M42 2 29 Nm (2.9 m•kg, 21 ft•lb)
Adjuster and damper assembly M12 2 29 Nm (2.9 m•kg, 21 ft•lb)
Bleed screw (front fork) and base valve M5 2 1 Nm (0.1 m•kg, 0.7 ft•lb)
△Front fork and front fork protector M6 6 5 Nm (0.5 m•kg, 3.6 ft•lb)
△Front fork protector and brake hose hold-
erM6 2 8 Nm (0.8 m•kg, 5.8 ft•lb)
Throttle grip cap M5 2 4 Nm (0.4 m•kg, 2.9 ft•lb)
Clutch lever holder M6 2 5 Nm (0.5 m•kg, 3.6 ft•lb)
Clutch lever mounting nut M6 1 4 Nm (0.4 m•kg, 2.9 ft•lb)
Clutch lever position lock nut M5 1 5 Nm (0.5 m•kg, 3.6 ft•lb)
△Front brake master cylinder and bracket M6 2 9 Nm (0.9 m•kg, 6.5 ft•lb)
Front brake master cylinder cap M4 2 2 Nm (0.2 m•kg, 1.4 ft•lb)
Brake lever mounting bolt M6 1 6 Nm (0.6 m•kg, 4.3 ft•lb)
Brake lever mounting nut M6 1 6 Nm (0.6 m•kg, 4.3 ft•lb)
Brake lever position locknut M6 1 5 Nm (0.5 m•kg, 3.6 ft•lb)
△Cable guide (front brake hose) and under
bracketM6 1 4 Nm (0.4 m•kg, 2.9 ft•lb)
△Front brake hose union bolt (brake master
cylinder)M10 1 30 Nm (3.0 m•kg, 22 ft•lb)Copper
washer
△Front brake hose union bolt (brake cali-
per)M10 1 30 Nm (3.0 m•kg, 22 ft•lb)Copper
washer
△Front brake caliper and front fork M8 2 28 Nm (2.8 m•kg, 20 ft•lb)
Brake caliper (front and rear) and pad pin
plugM10 2 2 Nm (0.2 m•kg, 1.4 ft•lb)
△Brake caliper (front and rear) and pad pin M10 2 18 Nm (1.8 m•kg, 13 ft•lb)
△Brake caliper (front and rear) and bleed
screwM8 2 6 Nm (0.6 m•kg, 4.3 ft•lb)
△Front wheel axle and axle nut M16 1 105 Nm (10.5 m•kg, 75 ft•lb)
△Front wheel axle holder M8 4 21 Nm (2.1 m•kg, 15 ft•lb)
△Front brake disc and wheel hub M6 6 12 Nm (1.2 m•kg, 8.7 ft•lb)
△Rear brake disc and wheel hub M6 6 14 Nm (1.4 m•kg, 10 ft•lb)
△
Footrest bracket and frame M10 4 55 Nm (5.5 m•kg, 40 ft•lb)TORX

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CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
1. Clutch cable
2. Throttle cable (return)
3. Throttle cable (pull)
4. Cable holder
5. Clamp
6. Rectifier/regulator
7. Ignition coil
8. Ignition coil coupler
9. AC magneto coupler
10. Radiator hose 2
11. Ground lead terminal
12. Plug cap
13. Ignition coil bracket
14. Clamp (lock)
15. Clamp (clip)
16. AC magneto lead
17. ECU bracket
18. Cylinder head cover installing
boltA. Pass the clutch cable, throttle
cables, and engine stop switch
lead through the cable holder.
Pass the clutch cable through
the lower guide only.
B. Route the engine stop switch
lead to the inside of the clip.
C. Fasten the rectifier/regulator
lead and engine stop switch lead
(wire harness end).
D. Insert the projection on the en-
gine stop switch coupler into the
hole in the bracket.
E. Insert the projection on the recti-
fier/regulator coupler into the
hole in the bracket.
F. Position the ignition coil bracket
to the outside of the ignition coil,
and insert the bolts from the igni-
tion coil side.
G. Fasten the AC magneto lead to
the ignition coil bracket with a
plastic locking tie, making sure
to position the tie above the low-
er mounting portion of the brack-
et. Face the buckle of the plastic
locking tie forward, and then cut
off the excess end of the tie.
H. Route the ignition coil lead be-
tween the condenser and the ig-
nition coil.
I. Fit the clip portion of the clamp
into the ignition coil bracket and
fasten the clutch cable with the
locking portion of the clamp.
J. Route the clutch cable to the
outside of the AC magneto lead.
K. Route the throttle cables under
radiator hose 2, making sure not
to twist the cables.
L. Route the AC magneto lead to
the inside of the throttle cables
and clutch cable.
M. Install the ground lead terminal
between the ECU bracket and
the cable holder, making sure to
position the terminal between
the stoppers.
N. Push in the spark plug cap com-
pletely, making sure that there is
no gap between the cylinder
head cover and the cap.
O. Pass the high tension cord so
that it may not go right over the
cylinder head cover installing
bolt when viewed directly from
above.
P. Apply sealant to the slit and in-
ner surface of the grommet, and
then install the grommet at the
position shown.

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CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
1. Throttle cable
2. Clutch cable
3. Clamp
4. Engine stop switch lead
5. Hose guide
6. Main harnessA. Route the clutch cable to the
rear of the number plate band.
B. Fasten the engine stop switch
lead to the handlebar.
C. Route the brake hose to the
front of the number plate.
D. Pass the clutch cable through
the cable guide on the number
plate.

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MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
CYLINDER HEADInspect carbon deposits and eliminate
them.
Inspect and clean ●Change gasket.
CYLINDER Inspect and clean ●Inspect score marks.
Replace ●Inspect wear.
CLUTCH Inspect and adjust ●● Inspect housing, friction plate, clutch
plate and spring.
Replace ●
TRANSMISSION Inspect ●
Replace bearing ●
SHIFT FORK, SHIFT CAM,
GUIDE BAR Inspect ●Inspect wear.
ROTOR NUT Retighten ●●
EXHAUST PIPE, SILENCER,
PROTECTOR Inspect and retighten ●●
Clean ●
Replace fiver ●●* * When the exhaust sound becomes
louder or when a performance drop is
felt.
CRANK Inspect and clean ●●
THROTTLE BODY Inspect ●
SPARK PLUG Inspect and clean ●●
Replace ●
DRIVE CHAIN Use chain lube.
Lubricate, slack, alignment ●● Chain slack: 50–60 mm (2.0–2.4 in)
Replace ●
COOLING SYSTEM Check coolant level and leakage ●●
Check radiator cap operation ●
Replace coolant ●Every two years
Inspect hoses ●
OUTSIDE NUTS AND BOLTS Retighten ●● Refer to "STARTING AND BREAK-
IN" section in the CHAPTER 1.
Item
After
break- in Every
race
(about 2.5
hours)
Every third
(about 7.5
hours) Every
fifth
(about 12.5
hours)
As re-
quired Remarks

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PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Before riding for break-in operation, practice or a race, make sure the machine is in good operating condition.
Before using this machine, check the following points.
GENERAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
Item Routine Page
CoolantCheck that coolant is filled up to the radiator cap. Check the cool-
ing system for leakage.P.3-6 – 7
FuelCheck that a fresh gasoline is filled in the fuel tank. Check the fuel
line for leakage.P.1-17
Engine oilCheck that the oil level is correct. Check the crankcase and oil line
for leakage.P.3-9 – 10
Gear shifter and clutchCheck that gears can be shifted correctly in order and that the
clutch operates smoothly.P.3-7
Throttle grip/HousingCheck that the throttle grip operation and free play are correctly
adjusted. Lubricate the throttle grip and housing, if necessary.P.3-8
Brakes Check the play of front brake and effect of front and rear brake. P.3-14 – 17
Drive chainCheck drive chain slack and alignment. Check that the drive chain
is lubricated properly.P.3-17 –18
WheelsCheck for excessive wear and tire pressure. Check for loose
spokes and have no excessive play.P.3-21
SteeringCheck that the handlebar can be turned smoothly and have no ex-
cessive play.P.3-21 – 22
Front forks and rear shock
absorberCheck that they operate smoothly and there is no oil leakage.
P.3-18 – 20
Cables (wires)Check that the clutch and throttle cables move smoothly. Check
that they are not caught when the handlebars are turned or when
the front forks travel up and down.—
Exhaust pipe Check that the exhaust pipe is tightly mounted and has no cracks. P.4-3 – 4
Rear wheel sprocket Check that the rear wheel sprocket tightening bolt is not loose. P.3-17
Lubrication Check for smooth operation. Lubricate if necessary. P.3-23
Bolts and nuts Check the chassis and engine for loose bolts and nuts. P.1-19
Lead connectorsCheck that the AC magneto, ECU and ignition coil are connected
tightly.P.1-10 – 11
SettingsIs the machine set suitably for the condition of the racing course
and weather or by taking into account the results of test runs be-
fore racing? Are inspection and maintenance completely done?P.8-1 – 5

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ENGINE
CHECKING THE RADIATOR CAP
OPENING PRESSURE
1. Attach:
• Radiator cap tester "1" and adapt-
er "2"
Apply water on the radiator cap seal.
3. Radiator cap
2. Apply the specified pressure.
3. Inspect:
• Pressure
Impossible to maintain the speci-
fied pressure for 10 seconds →
Replace.
CHECKING THE COOLING
SYSTEM
1. Inspect:
• Coolant level
2. Attach:
• Radiator cap tester "1" and adapt-
er "2"3. Apply the specified pressure.
• Do not apply pressure more than
specified pressure.
• Radiator should be filled fully.
4. Inspect:
•Pressure
Impossible to maintain the speci-
fied pressure for 10 seconds →
Repair.
• Radiator
• Radiator hose joint
Coolant leakage → Repair or re-
place.
• Radiator hose
Swelling → Replace.
ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH LEVER
POSITION
1. Adjust:
• Clutch lever position
Clutch lever position adjustment
steps:
a. Loosen the locknuts "1".
b. Turn the adjusting bolt "2" until the
clutch lever position "a" is in the
desired position.
c. Tighten the locknuts.
2. Adjust:
• Clutch cable free play
Refer to "ADJUSTING THE
CLUTCH CABLE FREE PLAY".ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH CABLE
FREE PLAY
1. Check:
• Clutch lever free play "a"
Out of specification→Adjust.
2. Adjust:
• Clutch lever free play
Clutch lever free play adjustment
steps:
a. Loosen the locknuts "1".
b. Turn the adjuster "2" until free
play "a" is within the specified lim-
its.
c. Tighten the locknuts.
• Before adjustment, expose the ad-
juster by moving the boot "3" and
cap "4" away.
• Make minute adjustment on the le-
ver side using the adjuster "5".
• After adjustment, check proper op-
eration of clutch lever.
3. Install:
•Cap "1"
• Boot "2" Radiator cap tester:
YU-24460-01/90890-
01325
Radiator cap tester
adapter:
YU-33984/90890-01352
Radiator cap opening
pressure:
108–137 kPa (1.08–1.37
kg/cm
2, 15.4–19.5 psi)
Radiator cap tester:
YU-24460-01/90890-
01325
Radiator cap tester
adapter:
YU-33984/90890-01352
Standard pressure:
196 kPa (1.96 kg/cm2,
27.9 psi)
Locknut:
5 Nm (0.5 m•kg, 3.6
ft•lb)
Clutch lever free play "a"
:
7–12 mm (0.28–0.47 in)
Locknut:
4 Nm (0.4 m•kg, 2.9
ft•lb)

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ENGINE
8. Apply:
• Foam-air-filter oil or equivalent oil
to the element
Squeeze out the excess oil. Element
should be wet but not dripping.
9. If the thin sheet (air filter element
2) is dirty with mud etc., clean the
thin sheet (air filter element 2) by
the following steps.
Cleaning steps:
a. Remove the air filter element 2
"1".
b. Clean the air filter element 2 with
solvent.
After cleaning, remove the remaining
solvent by squeezing the element.
Do not twist the element when
squeezing the element.
c. Inspect the air filter element 2.
Damage → Replace.
d. Install the air filter element 2.
10. Install:
• Air filter element "1"
• Air filter guide "2"
•Binder
11. Install:
• Mounting bolt for air filter case
cover12. Install:
• Fuel tank bolt (front)
CHECKING THE THROTTLE BODY
JOINT
1. Remove:
•Seat
• Air scoop (left/right)
•Fuel tank
• Air filter
2. Check:
• Throttle body joint "1"
Cracks/damage → Replace.
3. Install:
• Air filter
•Fuel tank
• Air scoop (left/right)
•Seat
CHECKING THE FUEL LINE
1. Remove:
•Seat
•Fuel tank
• Air scoop (left/right)
• Air filter case
• Cover
2. Check:
• Fuel hose "1"
Cracks/damage → Replace.
Loose connection → Reconnect.
3. Install:
• Cover
• Air filter case
• Air scoop (left/right)
•Fuel tank
•Seat
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
LEVEL
1. Stand the machine on a level sur-
face.
• When checking the oil level make
sure that the machine is upright.
• Place the machine on a suitable
stand.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for
2–3 minutes at engine idling
speed, and then stop the engine
and wait approximately 1 minute.
3. Inspect:
• Oil level
Make sure that the engine oil level
is between the maximum level
line "a" and minimum level line "b"
shown for the oil level check win-
dow.
Above the upper limit "a"→Check
that no oil comes out when the
check bolt "1" for the oil quantity
upper limit is removed.
If any engine oil comes out, drain
it until its last drop is out.
Below the level mark "b"→Add
sufficient oil and idle run the en-
gine, and after stopping the en-
gine, recheck through the oil
inspection window that the oil is at
the specified level.
• Check the oil quantity within 5 min-
utes after the engine is shut off.
Over 5 minutes, idle the engine
again and recheck the oil quantity.
• Do not leave the check bolt for the
oil quantity upper limit removed.
Otherwise, the oil level drops with
time in the engine, allowing the oil
to flow out.
• Engine oil also luburicates the
clutch and the wrong oil types or
additives could cause clutch
slippage. Therefore, do not add
any chemical additives or use en-
gine oils with a grade of CD or
higher and do not use oils la-
beled "ENERGY CONSERVING
II".
• Do not allow foreign material to
enter the crankcase.
Oil application quantify:
35 g
Mounting bolt for air filter
case cover:
5 Nm (0.5 m•kg, 3.6
ft•lb)
Fuel tank bolt (front):
9 Nm (0.9 m•kg, 6.5
ft•lb)

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CHASSIS
LUBRICATION
To ensure smooth operation of all
components, lubricate your machine
during setup, after break-in, and after
every race.
1. All control cable
2. Clutch lever pivot
3. Shift pedal pivot
4. Footrest pivot
5. Throttle-to-handlebar contact
6. Drive chain
7. Tube guide cable winding por-
tion
8. Throttle cable end
9. Clutch cable endA. Use Yamaha cable lube or
equivalent on these areas.
B. Use SAE 10W-40 motor oil or
suitable chain lubricants.
C. Lubricate the following areas
with high quality, lightweight lith-
ium-soap base grease.
Wipe off any excess grease, and
avoid getting grease on the brake
discs.