Sidestand; Starter Knob/Idle Screw; Fuel Tank Cap - Yamaha WR450F Owner's Service Manual

SIDESTAND

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This sidestand "1" is used to support only the
machine when standing or transporting it.
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WARNING
• Never apply additional force to the sides-
tand.
• Hold up the sidestand before starting out.

STARTER KNOB/IDLE SCREW

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Starting a cold engine requires a larger amount
of intake air, which is supplied by the starter
knob/idle screw "1".
Pulling the knob toward "a" turns ON the start-
er, resulting in a larger amount of intake air.
Pushing the knob toward "b" turns OFF the
starter.
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WARNING
While handling the starter knob/idle screw,
take care not to burn yourself on exhaust
pipes.
b
a
1
1
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CONTROL FUNCTIONS

FUEL TANK CAP

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Fuel tank cap "1" is located under the fuel tank
cap cover "2".
Remove the fuel tank cap cover to open the fuel
tank cap.
TIP
• To remove the fuel tank cap cover, insert fin-
gers under part "a", and then use both hands
to lift it up towards the rear of the vehicle.
• Install the fuel tank cap cover after placing the
bands "3" all the way in under the seat.
2
1
3
2
a