Checking The Fluid Level Of The Hydraulic; Clutch; Correcting The Fluid Level Of The Hydraulic - KTM 65 SX 2018 Owner's Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
11.41 Checking the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch
Info
The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch facing discs.
11.42 Correcting the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch
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.
Info
The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch facing discs.
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.
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Check the fluid level in viewer
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If the fluid has dropped below marking
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Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch. (
C00259-10
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Remove screws
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Remove cover
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Correct the fluid up to level
Guideline
A
Level
rim)
V00236-10
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately with water.
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1
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2 3
with membrane .
A
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(fluid level below container
p. 86)
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in the level viewer:
p. 50)
4 mm (0.16 in)
50