MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 45
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– Position the brake linings and insert the bolts by hand.
– Position brake caliper, mount and tighten screws .
Specification
Screw, front brake caliper M8 30 Nm
(22.13 lbf ft)
Loctite
®
243™
– Mount the bolt with a suitable tool and insert the lock pin .
– Operate the hand brake lever repeatedly until the brake linings lie on the brake disc
and there is a tight spot.
8.42Changing the front brake linings x
Warning
Skin irritations Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
– Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
– If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking due to old brake fluid.
– Have the front and rear brake fluid replaced according to the service plan in an authorized KTM workshop.
Warning
Environmental hazard Problem materials cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning substances, brake fluid, batteries, etc. according to regulations.
Info
KTM recommends DOT 5.1 brake fluid from Motorex
®
. This has a higher wet boiling point than DOT 4 brake fluid and provides
greater safety for high demands.
Never user DOT 5 brake fluid! This is based on silicone oil and is colored purple. 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!
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– Remove the front brake linings. ( P. 44)
– Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
– Remove screws .
– Remove the cover with membrane .
– Press the brake piston back to its basic position and make sure that no brake fluid
overflows from the reservoir.
– Mount the front brake linings. ( P. 44)
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– Top up the brake fluid to level .
Brake fluid DOT 5.1 ( P. 96)
– Check parts for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn parts.
– Replace membrane , lid and screws .
– Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
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