Checking The Rear Brake Linings - KTM 500 EXC-F 2018 Owner's Manual

13 BRAKE SYSTEM
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Warning
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 brake 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.
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Checking the rear brake linings

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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Preparatory work
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Check the rear brake linings. (
Main work
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Stand the vehicle upright.
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Remove screw cap 1 with membrane
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A
Add brake fluid to level
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Mount the screw cap with the membrane and the O-ring.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately
with water.
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Check the brake linings for minimum thickness
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 cracking is visible:
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Change the rear brake linings.
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2 and the O-ring.
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p. 157)
A .
≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
A
( p. 105)
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