2014 YAMAHA YZ450F fuel

ENGINE REMOVAL
5-3
Removing the electronic parts
OrderPart nameQ’tyRemarks
Use a suitable stand to raise the front wheel
off the ground.
SeatRefer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Side cover (left/right)Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Air scoop (left / right)Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Fuel tankRefer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
Air filter case cover
1Rectifier/regulator1
2ECU1
3Ignition coil1
4Condenser1
5Neutral switch1
6AC magneto lead1Disconnect.
7Crankshaft position sensor coupler1Disconnect.
8Coolant temperature sensor coupler1Disconnect.
For installation, reverse the removal proce-dure.
T.R.
T.R.
T.R.T.R.
8 3
7
6
154
2
LT

ENGINE REMOVAL
5-4
Removing the engine
OrderPart name Q’tyRemarks
Use a suitable stand to raise the front wheel
off the ground.
Seat Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Side cover (left/right) Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Air scoop (left / right) Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Rear fender Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1
Fuel tank Refer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
Exhaust pipe and silencer Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL” on page 5-1.
Air filter case Refer to “THROTTLE BODY” on page 7-5.
Throttle body Refer to “THROTTLE BODY” on page 7-5.
Clutch cable Refer to “CLUTCH” on page 5-37.
Shift pedal Refer to “SHIFT SHAFT” on page 5-49.
1 Engine guard 1
2 Brake pedal 1
3Spring 1
4 Cylinder head breather hose 1
5 Drive sprocket cover 1
6 Drive chain guide 1
New
New
LS
M
8
8
76
11
4 5
New
1
10
3 2

CAMSHAFT
5-11
EAS1SL1207
CAMSHAFT
Removing the cylinder head cover
OrderPart nameQ’tyRemarks
SeatRefer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Side cover (left/right)Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Air scoop (left / right)Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Fuel tankRefer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
1Spark plug1
2Cylinder head breather hose1
3Bolt (cylinder head cover)3
4Cylinder head cover1
5Cylinder head cover gasket1
6Timing chain guide (top side)1
For installation, reverse the removal proce-dure.
31
4
6
5 3
2
3
10 Nm (1.0 mkgf, 7.2 ftIbf)T.R.
13 Nm (1.3 mkgf, 9.4 ftIbf)T.R.

CYLINDER HEAD
5-19
EAS1SL1214
CYLINDER HEAD
Removing the cylinder head
OrderPart nameQ’tyRemarks
SeatRefer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Side cover (left/right)Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Air scoop (left / right)Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Fuel tankRefer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
Exhaust pipe and silencerRefer to “ENGINE REMOVAL” on page 5-1.
Radiator hoseDisconnect.
Coolant temperature sensor couplerDisconnect.
Throttle bodyRefer to “THROTTLE BODY” on page 7-5.
CamshaftRefer to “CAMSHAFT” on page 5-11.
Upper engine bracketRefer to “ENGINE REMOVAL” on page 5-1
1Bolt (cylinder head)2
2Bolt (cylinder head)4
3Cylinder head1
4Cylinder head gasket1
5Timing chain guide (intake side)1
6Oil check bolt2
7 66
1st
2nd
Final20 Nm (2.0 m
kgf, 14 ftIbf)T.
R.
30 Nm (3.0 mkgf, 22 ftIbf)
10 Nm (1.0 mkgf, 7.2 ftIbf)T.R.
10 Nm (1.0 mkgf, 7.2 ftIbf)T.R.
15 Nm (1.5 mkgf, 11 ftIbf)T.
R
.

RADIATOR
6-1
EAS1SL1294
TIP
This section is intended for those who have basic knowledge and skill concerning the servicing of
Yamaha motorcycles (e.g., Yamaha dealers, service engineers, etc.). Those who have little knowl
-
edge and skill concerning servicing are requested not to undertake inspection, adjustment, disas-
sembly, or reassembly only by reference to this manual. It may lead to servicing trouble and
mechanical damage.
EAS1SL1295
RADIATOR
Removing the radiator
OrderPart nameQ’tyRemarks
CoolantDrain.Refer to “CHANGING THE COOLANT” on page 3-8.
SeatRefer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Side cover (left/right)Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Air scoop (left / right)Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Fuel tankRefer to “FUEL TANK” on page 7-1.
Air filter caseRefer to “THROTTLE BODY” on page 7-5.
1Radiator guard2
2Radiator hose clamp8Loosen.
3Right radiator1
11
12
New
New
New
LS
LS

7
FUEL SYSTEM
FUEL TANK...................................................................................................... 7-1
REMOVING THE FUEL TANK ................................................................... 7-2
REMOVING THE FUEL PUMP .................................................................. 7-2
CHECKING THE FUEL PUMP BODY........................................................ 7-2
INSTALLING THE FUEL PUMP ................................................................. 7-2
INSTALLING THE FUEL TANK.................................................................. 7-3
CHECKING THE FUEL PRESSURE ......................................................... 7-3
CHECKING THE DAMPER ........................................................................ 7-4
CHECKING AND REPLACING THE PROTECTOR .................................. 7-4
THROTTLE BODY............................................................................................ 7-5
CHECKING THE INJECTOR ..................................................................... 7-8
CHECKING THE THROTTLE BODY ......................................................... 7-8
CHECKING THE THROTTLE BODY JOINT .............................................. 7-8
ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR................................. 7-9

FUEL TANK
7-1
EAS1SL1304
TIP
This section is intended for those who have basic knowledge and skill concerning the servicing of
Yamaha motorcycles (e.g., Yamaha dealers, service engineers, etc.). Those who have little knowl
-
edge and skill concerning servicing are requested not to undertake inspection, adjustment, disas-
sembly, or reassembly only by reference to this manual. It may lead to servicing trouble and
mechanical damage.
EAS1SL1305
FUEL TANK
Removing the fuel tank
OrderPart nameQ’tyRemarks
SeatRefer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 4-1.
Side cover (left/right)
Air scoop (left/right)
1Fuel pump coupler1Disconnect.
2Fuel hose1Disconnect.
3Fuel tank1
4Fuel pump bracket1
5Fuel pump1
6Fuel pump gasket1
For installation, reverse the removal proce-dure.
4(6) (2)
(2) (2)(2)2
5
6
3
1
New
4.0 Nm (0.40 mkgf, 2.9 ftIbf)T.R.
7 Nm (0.7 mkgf, 5.1 ftIbf)T.R.
7 Nm (0.7 mkgf, 5.1 ftIbf)T.
R
.
7 Nm (0.7 mkgf, 5.1 ftIbf)T.R.
9 Nm (0.9 mkgf, 6.5 ftIbf)T.
R
.
4.0 Nm (0.40 mkgf, 2.9 ftIbf)T.R.

FUEL TANK
7-2
EAS1SL1306REMOVING THE FUEL TANK
1. Extract the fuel in the fuel tank through the
fuel tank cap with a pump.
2. Remove:
• Fuel hose couplerEWA23P1001
WARNING
Cover the fuel hose connection with a cloth
when disconnecting it. This is because re
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sidual pressure in the fuel hose could cause
fuel to spurt out when the hose is removed.
ECA23P1090
NOTICE
Make sure that the fuel hose is disconnect-
ed by hand. Do not forcefully disconnect the
hose with tools.
TIP
• To disconnect the fuel hose from the fuel tank,
remove the fuel hose connector holder “a”,
and then slide the fuel hose connector cover.
• To remove the fuel hose from the fuel rail,
slide the fuel hose connector cover “1” on the
end of the hose in the direction of the arrow
shown, press the two buttons “2” on the sides
of the connector, and then remove the hose.
• Before removing the hose, place a few cloths
in the area under where it will be removed.
• To prevent sand, dust, and other foreign ma-
terials from entering the fuel pump, install the
included fuel hose joint cover 1 “3” and the
fuel hose joint cover 2 “4” onto the disconnect
-
ed fuel hose and the fuel pump.
3. Remove:
• Side cover (left/right)
• Seat
• Air scoop (left/right)
• Fuel tank
TIP
Do not set the fuel tank down on the installation
surface of the fuel pump. Be sure to lean the
fuel tank against a wall or the like.
EAS1SL1307REMOVING THE FUEL PUMP
1. Remove:
• Fuel pumpECA14720
NOTICE
Do not drop the fuel pump or give it a strong
shock.
EAS1SL1308CHECKING THE FUEL PUMP BODY
1. Check:
• Fuel pump body
Obstructions  Clean.
Cracks/damage  Replace the fuel pump
assembly.
EAS1SL1309INSTALLING THE FUEL PUMP
1. Install:
• Fuel pump gasket
• Fuel pump
• Fuel pump bracket
TIP
• Take care not to damage the installation sur-
faces of the fuel tank.
• Always use a new fuel pump gasket.
• Install the lip on the fuel pump gasket upward.
• Install the fuel pump as shown in the figure.
• Align the projection “a” on the fuel pump with
the slot “b” in the fuel pump bracket.
• Tighten the fuel pump bolts in the proper tight-
ening sequence as shown.
a
1
2
Fuel pump bolts
4.0 Nm (0.40 m·kgf, 2.9 ft·lbf)
3 4
New
T R..