Adjusting The Basic Position Of The Clutch Lever; Checking The Fluid Level Of The Hydraulic Clutch; Changing The Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - KTM 250 SX-F EU 2011 Owner's Manual

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SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS

Adjusting the basic position of the clutch lever

10.41

Checking the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch

10.42
Info
The fluid level rises with increased wear of the clutch lining discs.

Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid

10.43
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.
Adjust the basic setting of the clutch lever to your hand size by turning adjusting
screw
.
Info
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance between
the clutch lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
clutch lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Turn the adjusting screw by hand only, and do not apply any force.
B00372-10
Do not make any adjustments while riding!
Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
Remove screws
Remove cover
Check the fluid level.
Fluid level below container rim
»
If the fluid level does not meet specifications:
Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
B00040-10
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
x
Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
Remove screws
Remove cover
B00040-10
Fill bleeding syringe
Bleed syringe (50329050000)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
On the slave cylinder, remove bleeder screw
100924-10
.
with membrane
.
4 mm (0.16 in)
p. 93)
.
with membrane
.
with the appropriate hydraulic fluid.
p. 93)
and mount bleeding syringe
50
.

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