CAMSHAFTS

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Decompression system

1.Check:

Decompression system

Checking steps:

Check that the decompressor cam 1 moves smoothly.

Check that the decompressor lever pin 2 projects from the camshaft.

Timing chain tensioner

1.Check:

While pressing the tensioner rod lightly with fingers, use a thin screwdriver 1 and wind the tensioner rod up fully clockwise.

When releasing the screwdriver by pressing lightly with fingers, make sure that the tensioner rod will come out smoothly.

If not, replace the tensioner assembly.

ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION

1.Install:

Exhaust camshaft 1

Intake camshaft 2

Installation steps:

Turn the crankshaft counterclockwise until the “I” mark a on the rotor is aligned with the stationary pointer b on the crankcase cover.

NOTE:

Apply the molybdenum disulfide oil on the camshafts.

Apply the engine oil on the decompression system.

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Yamaha WR45OFR service manual Decompression system, Timing chain tensioner, Assembly and Installation, Installation steps