Changing The Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - KTM 250 EXC TPI Owner's Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid

Warning
Skin irritation Brake fluid causes skin irritation.
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Keep brake fluid out of the reach of children.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
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Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with the skin, the eyes or clothing.
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Consult a doctor immediately if brake fluid has been swallowed.
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Rinse the affected area with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
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Rinse eyes thoroughly with water immediately and consult a doctor if brake fluid comes into contact
with the eyes.
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If brake fluid spills on to your clothing, change the clothing.
Note
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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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 clutch lines are not
designed for DOT 5 brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
E01223-10
E00891-10
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
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1
Remove screws .
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2
Take off cover with membrane
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4
Fill bleeding syringe with the appropriate hydraulic fluid.
Syringe (50329050000)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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On the clutch slave cylinder, remove bleeder protection cap,
release the bleeder screw
3
.
p. 166)
5
and mount bleeding syringe
4
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