Yamaha WR250F Manuel D'atelier page 452

CRANKCASE AND CRANKSHAFT
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Crankshaft
1. Remove:
Crankshaft 1
G
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.
Crankcase bearing
1. Remove:
Bearing 1
G
NOTE:
Remove the bearing from the crankcase by
G
pressing its inner race.
Do not use the removed bearing.
G
INSPECTION
Timing chain and timing chain guide
1. Inspect:
Timing chain
G
Cracks/stiff → Replace the timing chain
and camshaft sprocket as a set.
2. Inspect:
Timing chain guide
G
Wear/damage → Replace.
Crankcase
1. Inspect:
Contacting surface a
G
Scratches → Replace.
Engine mounting boss b, crankcase
G
Cracks/damage → Replace.
2. Inspect:
Bearing
G
Rotate inner race with a finger.
Rough spot/seizure → Replace.
3. Inspect:
Oil seal
G
Damage → Replace.
ENG