Checking The Brake Linings Of The Rear Brake; Changing The Rear Brake Linings - KTM 450 SX-F FACTORY EDITION Owner's Manual

12 BRAKE SYSTEM
12.12
12.13
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Checking the brake linings of the rear brake

Warning
Danger of accidents Worn-out brake linings reduce the braking effect.
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Ensure that worn-out brake linings are replaced immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be
glad to help.)
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Changing the rear brake linings

Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect servicing will cause the brake system to fail.
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Ensure that service work and repairs are performed professionally. (Your authorized KTM workshop
will be glad to help.)
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Stand the vehicle upright.
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Remove screw cap with membrane
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Add brake fluid up to the marking
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Mount and tighten the screw cap with the membrane and O-
ring.
Info
Use water to immediately clean up any brake fluid that
has overflowed or spilled.
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Insert the right frame protector from below and push it to the
rear.
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Mount and tighten the screw
Guideline
Screw, frame protec-
tor
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Mount the new cable ties.
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Check the brake linings for minimum thickness
A
Minimum thickness
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
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Change the rear brake linings.
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If damage or wear is encountered:
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Change the rear brake linings.
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and the O-ring.
A
.
p. 138)
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and washer.
M5 3 Nm (2.2 lbf ft)
A
.
≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
( p. 90)
( p. 90)