CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT

ENG

Crankshaft

1.Remove:

Crankshaft 1

Use the crankcase separating tool 2.

Crankcase separating tool:

YU-1135-A/90890-01135

CAUTION:

Do not use a hammer to drive out the crankshaft.

Crankshaft bearing

1.Remove:

Bearing 1

NOTE:

Remove the bearing from the crankcase by pressing its inner race.

Do not use the removed bearing.

INSPECTION

Timing chain and timing chain guide

1.Inspect:

Timing chain

Cracks/stiff Replace the timing chain and camshaft sprocket as a set.

2.Inspect:

Timing chain guide Wear/damage Replace.

EC4N4101

Crankcase

1.Inspect:

Contacting surface a Scratches Replace.

Engine mounting boss b, crankcase Cracks/damage Replace.

2.Inspect:

Bearing

Rotate inner race with a finger. Rough spot/seizure Replace.

3.Inspect:

Oil seal

Wear/damage Replace.

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Yamaha WR45OFR Crankshaft, Crankcase separating tool YU-1135-A/90890-01135, Timing chain and timing chain guide