Checking The Timing Chain And Guide; Checking The Oil Strainer And Oil Delivery Pipe - Yamaha Rhino 450 YXR45FAV Service Manual

CRANKCASE
b. Remove the right crankcase.
CAUTION:
Use a soft hammer to tap on one side of the
crankcase. Tap only on reinforced portions
of the crankcase. Do not tap on the crank-
case mating surfaces. Work slowly and
carefully. Make sure that the crankcase
halves separate evenly.
c. Remove the dowel pins.
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CHECKING THE TIMING CHAIN AND GUIDE

1. Check:
• timing chain
Cracks/stiff → Replace the timing chain and
camshaft sprocket as a set.
2. Check:
• timing chain guide (intake)
Wear/damage → Replace.
CHECKING THE OIL STRAINER AND OIL
DELIVERY PIPE
1. Check:
• oil strainer 1
Damage → Replace.
Contaminants → Clean with engine oil.
2. Check:
• oil delivery pipe
Cracks/damage → Replace.
Clogged → Blow out with compressed air.
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