13 BRAKE SYSTEM 67
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to old brake fluid.
– Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule. (Your authorized Husqvarna workshop
will be glad to help.)
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not designed for DOT 5 brake
fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
Preparatory work
– Check the front brake linings. ( p. 67)
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Main work
– Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
– Remove screws
1
.
– Remove cover
2
with membrane
3
.
– Add brake fluid to level
A
.
Guideline
Level
A
(brake fluid level below con-
tainer rim)
5 mm (0.2 in)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 108)
– Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
13.7 Checking the front brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by worn brake linings.
– Change worn brake linings immediately. (Your authorized Husqvarna workshop will be glad to help.)
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– Check the brake linings for minimum thickness
A
.
Minimum thickness
A
≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
– Change the front brake linings. x ( p. 68)
– Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If damage or cracking is visible:
– Change the front brake linings. x ( p. 68)
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