Yamaha LIT-11616-16-02, 5TE-F8197-10 Removing the Rear Axle, Disassembling the Final Drive Gear

REAR AXLE/FINAL DRIVE GEAR AND DRIVE SHAFT

DRIV

REMOVING THE REAR AXLE

1.Remove:

●Rear axle 1 (with dust seal)

●O-ring

CAUTION:

●Never directly tap the axle end with a hammer, since this will result in damage to the axle thread and spline.

●Attach a suitable socket 2 on the axle end and tap it with a soft hammer. Pull out the rear axle to the right.

DISASSEMBLING THE FINAL DRIVE GEAR

1.Remove:

●Bearing retainer (final drive pinion gear)

NOTE:

Use a bearing retainer wrench 1.

Bearing retainer wrench:

P/N. YM-04050, 90890-04050

CAUTION:

The final drive shaft bearing retainer has left-handed threads. To loosen the retainer, turn it clockwise.

2.Remove:

●Final drive pinion gear assembly

With a soft hammer, lightly tap on the final drive pinion gear end.

CAUTION:

Removal of the final drive pinion gear should only be performed if gear replacement is necessary.

WARNING

Always use new bearings and races.

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