Middle Driven Pinion Gear Removal - Yamaha XVS6501997 Service Manual

MIDDLE GEAR

MIDDLE DRIVEN PINION GEAR REMOVAL

1. Remove:
S Universal joint
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Disassembly steps:
D Remove the circlips 1 .
D Place the universal joint in a press.
D Using a suitable diameter pipe beneath the
yoke, press the bearing into the pipe as
shown.
NOTE:
It may be necessary to lightly tap the yoke with a
punch.
D Repeat the steps for the opposite bearing.
D Remove the yoke.
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2. Loosen:
S Nut (middle driven shaft) 1
NOTE:
Use the universal joint holder 2 to hold the
yoke 3 .
Universal joint holder:
90890-04062
3. Remove:
S Bearing housing assembly 1
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Removal steps:
D Clean the outside of the middle driven shaft.
D Place the middle driven shaft assembly onto
a hydraulic press.
CAUTION:
D Never directly press the shaft end with a
hydraulic press, this will result in damage
to the shaft thread.
D Install the suitable socket 2 on the shaft
end to protect the thread from damage.
NOTE:
When the middle driven shaft is removed from
the bearing housing assembly, always replace
the bearing.
D Press the shaft end, and remove the bearing
housing.
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