13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
72
F01673-10
–
Check battery discharge plug form ring
1
on the electric
motor.
» If the battery discharge plug form ring is dirty:
– Ascertain that the discharge plug is at zero potential.
– Clean the form ring without using water or compressed
air.
– Cover the contacts and spray silicone spray onto the
form ring.
» If the battery discharge plug form ring is damaged:
– Change the battery discharge plug form ring.
13.25 Checking for chain dirt accumulation
400678-01
– Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation.
» If the chain is very dirty:
– Clean the chain. ( p. 72)
13.26 Cleaning the chain
Warning
Danger of accidents Lubricants on the tires reduces the road grip.
– Remove lubricants from the tires using a suitable cleaning agent.
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, cleaning agents, brake fluid etc. properly and in compliance with the applica-
ble regulations.
Info
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
Preparatory work
– Deactivate the vehicle. ( p. 43)
– Fold the seat up. ( p. 69)
– Remove the Powerpack HV. ( p. 108)
– Mount the protection cap. ( p. 71)
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 57)