KTM 450 EXC EU 2013 Repair Manual page 123

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BRAKE SYSTEM
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.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
- Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency due to use of non-approved brake linings.
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- Brake linings available from accessory suppliers are often not tested and approved for use on KTM vehicles. The construc-
tion and friction factor of the brake linings and therefore the brake power can differ considerably from the original KTM
brake linings. If brake linings are used that differ from the originals, there is no guarantee that they comply with the origi-
nal license. The vehicle no longer corresponds to the condition at delivery, and the warranty is no longer valid.
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.
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Never use 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.
- Stand the vehicle upright.
- Remove screw cap with membrane and the O-ring.
- Press the brake piston back to its basic position and make sure that no brake fluid
overflows from the brake fluid reservoir.
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Make sure when pushing back the brake piston that you do not press the
brake caliper against the spokes.
- Remove cotter pin ,pull out pin , and remove the brake linings.
- Clean the brake caliper and brake caliper support.
- Check that leaf spring in the brake caliper and sliding plate in the brake
caliper support are seated correctly.