fuel filter YAMAHA YZ450F 2014 Owners Manual

DESCRIPTION
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EAS1SL1009
DESCRIPTION
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Designs and specifications of the vehicle are subject to change without notice. Therefore, please
note that the descriptions in this manual may be different from those for the vehicle you have pur
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chased.
1. Clutch lever10. Coolant drain bolt
2. Front brake lever11. Rear brake pedal
3. Throttle grip12. Air filter
4. Radiator cap13. Drive chain
5. Fuel tank cap14. Shift pedal
6. Engine stop switch15. Oil level check window
7. Fuel tank16. Starter knob/idle screw
8. Kickstarter lever17. Front fork
9. Radiator
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FEATURES
1-7
FI SYSTEM
The fuel pump delivers fuel to the fuel injector via the fuel filter. The pressure regulator maintains the
fuel pressure that is applied to the fuel injector at only 324 kPa (3.24 kgf/cm², 47.0 psi). Accordingly,
when the energizing signal from the ECU energizes the fuel injector, the fuel passage opens, causing
the fuel to be injected into the intake manifold only during the time the passage remains open. There
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fore, the longer the length of time the fuel injector is energized (injection duration), the greater the
volume of fuel that is supplied. Conversely, the shorter the length of time the fuel injector is energized
(injection duration), the lesser the volume of fuel that is supplied.
The injection duration and the injection timing are controlled by the ECU. Signals input from the throt-
tle position sensor, the coolant temperature sensor, the crankshaft position sensor, the intake air
pressure sensor, and the intake air temperature sensor enable the ECU to determine the injection
duration. The injection timing is determined through the signals from the crankshaft position sensor.
As a result, the volume of fuel that is required by the engine can be supplied at all times in accordance
with the driving conditions.
1. Fuel pump
2. Fuel injector
3. ECU
4. Throttle position sensor
5. Coolant temperature sensor
6. Crankshaft position sensor
7. Intake air pressure sensor
8. Throttle body
9. Intake air temperature sensor
10.Air filter case
A. Fuel system
B. Intake system
C. Control system
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STARTING AND BREAK-IN
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7. To stop the engine, push the engine stop
switch “1.”
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Continue pushing the engine stop switch till the
engine comes to a full stop.
EAS1SL1044STARTING A WARM ENGINE
When the engine is warm, give a kick with the
throttle closed without using the starter knob/
idle screw.
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If it fails to start, fully open the throttle grip and
give 10 to 20 slow kicks to clear the engine of
the rich air-fuel mixture retained in it.
EAS1SL1045BREAK-IN PROCEDURES
A break-in is important so that rotating portion,
sliding surfaces, and mounted areas may fit
one another, and that the rider may become ac
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customed to the machine.ECA
NOTICE
Before running, do maintenance on the air
filter element.
Refer to “CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELE-
MENT” on page 3-12.
1. After warming up the engine, drive it for
about 20 minutes at a throttle opening of 1/2
or less.
2. Make a pit stop, and check mounted areas
for looseness, oil leaks, or other problems.
3. Then, drive it for about 40 minutes at a throt-
tle opening of 3/4 or less.
4. Make a pit stop again, and thoroughly check
mounted areas for looseness, oil leaks, or
other problems. Thorough checks and ad
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justments are required in particular for
stretch of cables, free play of the brake,
stretch of the drive chain, looseness of the
spoke, and so on.
ECA
NOTICE
After a break-in or after each race, always
check the points shown in “TORQUE-
CHECK POINTS” for tightening torques and
retighten them. (
“TORQUE-CHECK
POINTS” on page 1-25) 
Also when the following parts are replaced,
a break-in is required.
• Cylinder and Crankshaft: A break-in is re-
quired for about an hour.
• Piston, Piston ring, Valve, Camshaft, and
Gear: A break-in is required for about 30
minutes at a throttle opening of 1/2 or less.
Observe the condition of the engine careful-
ly during a break-in. 
For checkpoints for a break-in, see “MAIN-
TENANCE AFTER BREAK-IN.” If any prob-
lem is found, immediately stop the engine
and make a checkup.
EAS1SL1046

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
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EAS1SL1053
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine
Engine type Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Displacement 449 cm3
Cylinder arrangement Single cylinder
Bore  stroke 97.0  60.8 mm (3.82  2.39 in)
Compression ratio 12.50:1
Starting system Kickstarter
Fuel
Recommended fuel Premium unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity 7.5 L (1.98 US gal, 1.65 Imp.gal)
Engine oil
Lubrication system Wet sump
Recommended brand YAMALUBE
Type SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 15W-40, 
SAE 20W-40 or SAE 20W-50
Recommended oil grade API service SG type or higher, 
JASO standard MA
Engine oil quantity
Quantity (disassembled) 0.95 L (1.00 US qt, 0.84 Imp.qt)
With oil filter element replacement 0.69 L (0.73 US qt, 0.61 Imp.qt)
Without oil filter element replacement 0.67 L (0.71 US qt, 0.59 Imp.qt)
Oil filter
Oil filter type Paper
Oil pump
Oil pump type Trochoid
Inner-rotor-to-outer-rotor-tip clearance Less than 0.150 mm (0.0059 in)
Limit 0.20 mm (0.0079 in)
Outer-rotor-to-oil-pump-housing clearance 0.13–0.18 mm (0.0051–0.0071 in)
Limit 0.24 mm (0.0094 in)
Oil-pump-housing-to-inner-and-outer-rotor 
clearance 0.06–0.11 mm (0.0024–0.0043 in)
Limit 0.17 mm (0.0067 in)
Cooling system
Radiator capacity (including all routes) 1.04 L (1.10 US qt, 0.92 Imp.qt)
Radiator capacity 0.57 L (0.60 US qt, 0.50 mp.qt)
Radiator cap opening pressure 108–137 kPa (1.08–1.37 kg/cm2 15.7–19.9 psi)
Radiator core
Width 112.6 mm (4.43 in)
Height 235.0 mm (9.25 in)
Depth 28.0 mm (1.10 in)
Water pump
Water pump type Single suction centrifugal pump
Spark plug
Manufacturer/model NGK/CR8E
Spark plug gap 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
2-7
Shifting mechanism
Shift mechanism type Shift drum and guide bar
Shift fork guide bar bending limit 0.050 mm (0.0020 in)
Shift fork thickness 4.85 mm (0.1909 in)
Decompression device
Device type Auto decomp
Air filter
Air filter element Wet element
Air filter oil grade Foam air-filter oil
Fuel pump
Pump type Electrical
Fuel injector
Model/quantity 1010/1
Resistance 12 
Throttle body
Type/quantity 30RA-A13M/1
ID mark 1SL1 00
Fuel pressure 324.0 kPa (3.24 kgf/cm2, 47.0 psi)
Throttle position sensor
Resistance 6.30 k
Output voltage (at idle) 0.48–0.52 V
Fuel injection sensor
Crankshaft position sensor resistance 248–372 
Intake air pressure sensor output voltage 3.57–3.71 V at 101.3 kPa
Intake air temperature sensor resistance 290–390  at 80 °C (176 °F)
Coolant temperature sensor resistance 2.51–2.78 k at 20°C (68°F)
210–221  at 100°C (212°F)
Idling condition
Engine idling speed 1900–2100 r/min
CO% 6.8–9.2 %
Intake vacuum 30.5–37.8 kPa (229–284 mmHg, 
9.0–11.2 inHg)
Water temperature 70–80 °C (158–176 °F)
Oil temperature 55-65 °C (131–149 °F)
Throttle grip free play 3.0–5.0 mm (0.12–0.20 in)

CABLE ROUTING DIAGRAM
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1. Main harness
2. Radiator3. Throttle position sensor lead
4. Joint coupler
5. Intake air temperature sensor lead6. Intake air pressure sensor lead
7. Frame
8. Fuel hose9. High tension cord
10. Spark plug cap
11. Cylinder head cover12. Sub-wire harness
13. Injector coupler
14. Injector lead15. Throttle body
16. Air filter case
17. ECU18. Sub-wire harness coupler
A. Fix the main harness by the plastic clamp, and in-sert the projection of the plastic clamp into the
hole in the sheet metal of the radiator.
B. Insert the projection of the main harness into the
hole in the frame.
C. To the sub-wire harness
D. Pass the high tension cord above the fuel hose.
E. ±10°F. Install the spark plug cap with this facing the right
of the vehicle.
G. Push the spark plug cap home, where there shall
be no gap between it and the cylinder head cover.
H. Pass the injector lead to the top of the vehicle be-yond the fuel hose.I. Insert the coupler of the sub-wire harness into the
rib of the air filter case.
J. Pass the sub-wire harness between the ECU and
the air filter case.

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PERIODIC CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS.......................................................................... 3-1
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS .................................................................... 3-1
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE................................. 3-7
GENERAL INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE........................................ 3-7
ENGINE............................................................................................................ 3-8
CHECKING THE COOLANT LEVEL .......................................................... 3-8
CHECKING THE COOLING SYSTEM ....................................................... 3-8
CHANGING THE COOLANT...................................................................... 3-8
CHECKING THE RADIATOR CAP ............................................................ 3-9
CHECKING THE RADIATOR CAP OPENING PRESSURE ...................... 3-9
CHECKING THE COOLANT CIRCULATORY SYSTEM FOR LEAKS .... 3-10
ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH LEVER POSITION ...................................... 3-10
ADJUSTING THE CLUTCH LEVER FREE PLAY .................................... 3-10
ADJUSTING THE THROTTLE GRIP FREE PLAY .................................. 3-11
LUBRICATING THE THROTTLE CABLE ................................................ 3-12
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT................................................. 3-12
CHECKING THE THROTTLE BODY JOINT ............................................ 3-13
CHECKING THE BREATHER HOSES .................................................... 3-13
CHECKING THE EXHAUST SYSTEM..................................................... 3-13
CHECKING THE FUEL LINE ................................................................... 3-14
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL..................................................... 3-14
CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL ................................................................ 3-15
ADJUSTING THE ENGINE IDLING SPEED ............................................ 3-16
ADJUSTING THE VALVE CLEARANCE ................................................. 3-17
CHASSIS........................................................................................................ 3-21
BLEEDING THE BRAKE SYSTEM .......................................................... 3-21
CHECKING THE BRAKE HOSE .............................................................. 3-22
ADJUSTING THE FRONT BRAKE .......................................................... 3-22
ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE ............................................................. 3-23
CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE PADS ................................................. 3-23
CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE PADS ................................................... 3-25
CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE PAD INSULATOR ................................ 3-26
CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL.................................................. 3-26
ADJUSTING THE DRIVE CHAIN SLACK ................................................ 3-27
CHECKING THE FRONT FORK LEGS ................................................... 3-28
CHECKING THE FRONT FORK PROTECTOR GUIDE .......................... 3-28
CLEANING THE FRONT FORK OIL SEAL AND DUST SEAL ................ 3-28
AIR BLEEDING FROM FRONT FORK .................................................... 3-28
ADJUSTING THE FRONT FORK LEGS .................................................. 3-29
CHECKING THE SWINGARM OPERATION ........................................... 3-30
CHECKING THE REAR SUSPENSION ................................................... 3-30
ADJUSTING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER ASSEMBLY ................... 3-30
CHECKING THE TIRES ........................................................................... 3-32
CHECKING AND TIGHTENING THE SPOKES ....................................... 3-32
CHECKING THE WHEELS ...................................................................... 3-33

ENGINE
3-12
LUBRICATING THE THROTTLE CABLE
1. Remove:• Cover (throttle cable cap) “1”
• Cover (grip cap) “2”
• Throttle grip cap “3”
2. Lubricate: • Throttle cable end “a”
3. Install: • Throttle grip cap
• Screw (throttle grip cap)
4. Install: • Cover (grip cap)
• Cover (throttle cable cap)
EWA
WARNING
Check that the throttle grip moves smooth-
ly. If this does not move smoothly, correct
the installed positions.
EAS1SL1080CLEANING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT
1. Remove:• Fuel tank cap cover “1”Refer to “FUEL TANK CAP” on page 1-21.
• Air filter case cover “2” 2. Remove:
• Air filter mounting bolt “1”
• Air filter element “2”
• Air filter guide “3” (from the air filter element)
3. Wash: • Air filter element
EWA
WARNING
Do not use gasoline or organic (acid/alka-
line) volatile oil for washing.
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After washing the element with air filter cleaner
or kerosene, squeeze and dry it completely.
ECA33DD016
NOTICE
Do not twist the element when squeezing
the element.
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
Screw (throttle grip cap) 3.8 Nm (0.38 m·kgf, 2.8 ft·lbf)
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ENGINE
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4. Check:• Air filter elementDamage  Replace.
5. Foam-air-filter oil or equivalent oil to the ele- ment
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Squeeze out the excess oil. Element should be
wet but not dripping.
6. Install:• Air filter guide “1” (to the air filter element)
• Air filter element “2”
• Air filter mounting bolt “3”
7. Install: • Air filter case cover “1”
• Air filter case cover mounting bolt
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Align the air filter case cover groove “a” with the
air filter case edge “b”.
8. Install:• Fuel tank cap cover
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CHECKING THE THROTTLE BODY JOINT
1. Check:• Throttle body joint “1”
Refer to “CHECKING THE THROTTLE
BODY JOINT” on page 7-8.
EAS1SL1082CHECKING THE BREATHER HOSES
1. Check:• Breather hose “1”Crack/damage  Replace.
Loose connection  Connect properly.
ECA14920
NOTICE
Make sure that the breather hoses are rout-
ed correctly.
EAS1SL1083CHECKING THE EXHAUST SYSTEM
1. Remove:
• Exhaust pipe protector
2. Check:
• Exhaust pipe 1
• Exhaust pipe 2
• SilencerCrack/damage  Replace.
Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL” on page 5-1.
• Exhaust gas
Leaks  Replace the gasket.
Refer to “ENGINE REMOVAL” on page 5-1.
3. Check:
• Tightening torques
Oil application quantify
50 g
Air filter mounting bolt 2 Nm (0.2 m·kgf, 1.4 ft·lbf)
Air filter case cover mounting bolt 6 Nm (0.6 m·kgf, 4.3 ft·lbf)
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Exhaust pipe bolt 1 and nut “1”
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Exhaust pipe 1 and exhaust pipe
2 bolt “2” 12 Nm (1.2 m·kgf, 8.7 ft·lbf)
Exhaust pipe 2 and silencer bolt
“3” 12 Nm (1.2 m·kgf, 8.7 ft·lbf)
Silencer and silencer bracket bolt
“4” 30 Nm (3.0 m·kgf, 22 ft·lbf)
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ENGINE
3-16
7. Pour the specified amount of engine oil into
the oil filler cap hole.
8. Install:
• Oil filler cap
9. Check:
• Oil level
Refer to “CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL
LEVEL” on page 3-14.
10.Check:
• Engine oil pressure
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a. Slightly loosen the oil pressure check bolt
“1.”
EWA
WARNING
When the engine is started with the check
bolt removed, oil will spout; therefore, al
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ways loosen it before the checkup.
Start the engine and keep it idling until oil
starts to seep from the oil pressure check
bolt.
EWA
WARNING
Always keep the engine idling speed during
the checkup without increasing the engine
speed.
ECA
NOTICE
If no engine oil seeps out after one minute,
immediately turn the engine off so it will not
seize.
b. If no engine oil seeps out, check the engine
oil for leaks, and the engine oil passage and
the oil pump for damage.
c. Check the oil pressure again.
d. Tighten the oil pressure check bolt.
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EAS1SL1087ADJUSTING THE ENGINE IDLING SPEED
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• Because the air pressure is lower at high alti-
tudes, the air-fuel mixture will become richer.
If the idling speed is low, turn the starter knob/
idle screw a few clicks counterclockwise to in
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crease the speed before the adjustment.
• Before adjusting the engine idling speed,
make sure that the air filter element is not
clogged, the engine compression is proper,
and the throttle grip free play is proper.
• Adjust the engine idling speed with the starter
knob/idle screw pushed in completely.
1. Start the engine, and warm this up until the
oil has reached the specified temperature.
2. Attach the pocket tester with temperature
probe “1” to the oil drain bolt.
3. Install:
• Digital tachometer
Engine oil quantity
With oil filter element replace-
ment
0.69 L (0.73 US qt, 0.61 Imp.qt)
Quantity (disassembled)
0.95 L (1.00 US qt, 0.84 Imp.qt)
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Oil pressure check bolt
10 Nm (1.0 m·kgf, 7.2 ft·lbf)
Oil temperature
55-65 °C (131–149 °F)
Digital tachometer
90890-06760
YU-39951-B
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