2019 YAMAHA YFZ450 air filter

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8
14*Drive chain roller • Check for wear and replace if necessary. √√√
15 *Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts, and screws are
properly tightened. √√√√√
16 *Shock absorber as-
semblies • Check operation and correct if necessary.
• Check for oil leakage and replace if necessary.
√√√
17 *Rear suspension re-
lay arm and con-
necting arm
pivoting points • Check operation and correct if necessary.
√√√√
18 *Steering shaft • Lubricate with lithium-soap-based grease. √√√
19 *Steering system • Check operation and repair or replace if dam-
aged.
• Check toe-in and adjust if necessary. √√√√√
20 Engine oil • Change.
• Check ATV for oil leakage, and correct if neces-
sary. √ √√√
21 Engine oil filter ele-
ment
• Replace.
√√√
22 *Cooling system • Check coolant level and ATV for coolant leakage,
and correct if necessary. √√√√√
• Replace coolant. Every 2 years
NO. ITEM
CHECK OR MAINTENANCE
JOB INITIAL EVERY
Whichev-
er comes first month136612
km (mi) 320
(200) 1300
(800) 2500
(1600) 2500
(1600) 5000
(3200)
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83. If the coolant is at or below the minimum level
mark, remove the coolant reservoir cap.
WARNING! Remove only the coolant res-
ervoir cap. Never attempt to remove the
radiator cap when the engine is hot.
[EWB02672] EBU29863
Changing the coolant
The coolant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance chart. Have
a Yamaha dealer change the coolant.
WARNING!
Never attempt to remove the radiator cap
when the engine is hot.
[EWB04300]
EBU2680A
Cleaning the air filter elementThe air filter element should be cleaned at the in-
tervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. Clean or, if necessary, replace
the air filter element more frequently if you are rid-
ing in unusually wet or dusty areas.TIPThere is a check hose at the bottom of the air filter
case. If dust or water collects in this hose, empty
the hose and clean the air filter element and air fil-
ter case.
1. Coolant reservoir cap
2. Maximum level mark
3. Minimum level mark
1
2
3
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1. Park the ATV on a level surface.
2. Remove the seat. (See page 4-10.)
3. Remove the air filter case cover by unhooking
the holders. 4. Fully loosen the wing bolt.
5. Remove the air filter element together with
the wing bolt and washer.
1. Air filter case check hose
1
1. Air filter case cover
2. Air filter case cover holder
1
2
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86. Remove the wing bolt and washer from the air
filter element.
7. Remove the sponge material from the air filter element frame. 8. Wash the sponge material gently but thor-
oughly in solvent. WARNING! Always use
parts cleaning solvent. Never use low-
flash-point solvents or gasoline because
the engine could catch fire or explode.
[EWB01943]
9. Squeeze the excess solvent out of the sponge material and let it dry. NOTICE: Do
not twist the sponge material when
squeezing it.
[ECB00442]
1. Air filter element
2. Washer
3. Wing bolt
3
2
1
1. Sponge material
2. Air filter element frame
1
2
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10. Check the sponge material and replace it if
damaged.
11. Apply Yamaha foam air filter oil or other qual- ity foam air filter oil to the sponge material.
TIPThe sponge material should be wet but not drip-
ping. 12. Pull the sponge material over the air filter ele-ment frame.
13. Apply all-purpose grease to the air filter ele- ment seat. 14. Install the washer onto the air filter element
frame, and then insert the wing bolt into the
hole in the air filter element frame. NOTICE:
Be sure to install the washer with its
curved side facing outward as shown.
[ECB00454]
1. Air filter element seat
1
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815. Insert the air filter element into the air filter
case, and then tighten the wing bolt.
NOTICE: Make sure that the air filter ele-
ment is properly seated in the air filter
case. Never operate the engine with the air
filter element removed. Doing so would al-
low unfiltered air to enter the engine, caus-
ing rapid engine wear and possible engine
damage. Additionally, the fuel injection
system would be affected resulting in poor
engine performance and possible over-
heating.
[ECB00763]
16. Install the air filter case cover by hooking the holders onto the air filter case. 17. Install the seat.
TIPThe air filter element should be cleaned every 20–
40 hours. It should be cleaned and lubricated
more often if the ATV is operated in extremely
dusty areas. Each time the air filter element main-
tenance is performed, check the air inlet of the air
filter case for obstructions. Check the air filter
case rubber joint to the throttle body and the rub-
ber joint manifold fittings for an air-tight seal.
Tighten all fittings securely to avoid the possibility
of unfiltered air entering the engine. EBU30862Cleaning the spark arresterSelect a well-ventilated area free of combustible
materials and make sure the exhaust and muffler
are cool.
1. Remove the tailpipe cover by removing the bolts.
1. Washer
1
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Starting system:Electric starter
Lubrication system: Dry sumpEngine oil:Recommended brand:YAMALUBE
SAE viscosity grades: 5W-30, 10W-30, 10W-40, 15W-40, 20W-40, 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA
Quantity: Oil change:
1.40 L (1.48 US qt, 1.23 Imp.qt)
With oil filter removal: 1.45 L (1.53 US qt, 1.28 Imp.qt)
Coolant quantity:Radiator (including all routes):1.25 L (1.32 US qt, 1.10 Imp.qt)
Coolant reservoir (up to the maximum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)Air filter:Air filter element:Wet element
Air filter oil grade:
Foam air-filter oilFuel:Recommended fuel:Premium unleaded gasoline only
Minimum research octane:
97
Fuel tank capacity: 10 L (2.6 US gal, 2.2 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount: 3.4 L (0.90 US gal, 0.75 Imp.gal)Throttle body:ID mark:1TD1 00Spark plug (s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/CR8E
Spark plug gap: 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)Drivetrain:Primary reduction ratio:
2.652 (61/23)
0 10 30 50 70 90 110 130 F
–20 –10 0 10 20 30 40 50 CSAE 5W-30
SAE 10W-30
SAE 10W-40
SAE 15W-40
SAE 20W-40SAE 20W-50
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INDEX
AAccessories and loading ................................................ 6-5
Air filter element, cleaning ........................................... 8-21BBattery ......................................................................... 8-43
Brake and clutch levers, checking and lubricating ...... 8-39
Brake fluid, changing ................................................... 8-31
Brake fluid level, checking ........................................... 8-30
Brake lever ..................................................................... 4-5
Brake lever free play, checking the front ..................... 8-32
Brake light switches ..................................................... 8-34
Brake pads, checking the front and rear ..................... 8-29
Brake pedal .................................................................... 4-6
Brake pedal, checking and lubricating ........................ 8-40
Brake pedal height, checking ...................................... 8-32
Brakes .......................................................................... 8-28
Brakes, front and rear .................................................... 5-4
Brake/tail light .............................................................. 8-49CCables, checking and lubricating ................................ 8-38
Chassis fasteners .......................................................... 5-7
Cleaning ......................................................................... 9-1
Clutch lever .................................................................... 4-5
Clutch lever free play, adjusting .................................. 8-35
Coolant .................................................................5-4, 8-20
Coolant, changing ........................................................ 8-21
Coolant temperature warning light ................................ 4-2
Cowling and panels, removing and installing .............. 8-10
DDrive chain ..................................................................... 5-5
Drive chain, lubricating ................................................ 8-38
Drive chain slack .......................................................... 8-36EEngine break-in .............................................................. 6-4
Engine oil ....................................................................... 5-4
Engine oil and oil filter element .................................... 8-14
Engine, start ................................................................... 6-1
Engine stop switch ........................................................ 4-3
Engine trouble warning light .......................................... 4-2FFuel ......................................................................... 4-9, 5-4
Fuel level warning light .................................................. 4-2
Fuel tank cap ................................................................. 4-8
Fuse, replacing ............................................................ 8-46HHandlebar position, adjusting ...................................... 4-23
Handlebar switches ....................................................... 4-3
Headlight beam, adjusting ........................................... 8-49
Headlight bulb, replacing ............................................. 8-46IIdentification numbers ................................................. 11-1
Indicator light and warning lights ................................... 4-1
Instruments, lights and switches ................................... 5-7LLabel locations ............................................................... 1-1
Light switch ................................................................... 4-3
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