Removing The Rear Shock Absorber; Checking The Rear Shock Absorber; Checking The Relay Arm And Connecting Arm - Yamaha YFZ450S 2003 Service Manual

REAR SHOCK ABSORBER AND RELAY ARM
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REMOVING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

1. Remove:
• relay arm-to-rear shock absorber lower bolt
• rear shock absorber upper bolt
NOTE:
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While removing the relay arm-to-rear shock
absorber lower bolt, hold the swingarm so that
it does not drop down.
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CHECKING THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER

1. Check:
• shock absorber
Oil leaks → Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
• shock absorber rod
Bends/damage → Replace the rear shock
absorber assembly.
• spring
Fatigue → Replace the rear shock absorber
assembly.
Move the spring up and down.
• gas cylinder
Damage/gas leaks → Replace the rear
shock absorber assembly.
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CHECKING THE RELAY ARM AND
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CONNECTING ARM
1. Check:
• relay arm 1
• connecting arm 2
Damage/wear → Replace.
• bushings
• spacers
• oil seals
Damage/pitting/scratches → Replace.
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