BRAKE SYSTEM 12
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Warning
Skin irritation Brake fluid causes skin irritation.
– Keep brake fluid out of the reach of children.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
– Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with the skin, the eyes or clothing.
– Consult a doctor immediately if brake fluid has been swallowed.
– Rinse the affected area with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
– Rinse eyes thoroughly with water immediately and consult a doctor if brake fluid comes into contact
with the eyes.
– If brake fluid spills on to your clothing, change the clothing.
Warning
Danger of accidents Old brake fluid reduces the braking effect.
– Make sure that brake fluid for the front and rear brake is changed in accordance with the service
schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking effect.
– Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
– Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary.
Note
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with
the 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 the brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid corrodes paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
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– Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
–
Remove screws
1
.
–
Take off cover
2
with membrane
3
.
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–
Remove screws
4
.
– Press back the brake linings by slightly tilting the brake caliper
laterally on the brake disc. Carefully pull the brake caliper up
and off the brake disc.
– Press the brake piston back into the basic position and ensure
that brake fluid does not flow out of the brake fluid reservoir;
extract some if necessary.
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