Checking That The Brake Linings Of The Rear Brake Are Secured; Changing The Rear Brake Linings - KTM 350 SX-F 2023 Owner's Manual

12 BRAKE SYSTEM
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Checking that the brake linings of the rear brake are secured

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.)
Main work
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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.
Finishing work
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Install the frame protector. (
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Check the brake linings for lining thickness
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Minimum thickness
» If it is less than the minimum thickness:
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Change the rear brake linings.
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If there is damage or cracking:
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Change the rear brake linings.
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Check that the brake linings are secured.
» If the brake linings are not secured correctly:
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Secure brake linings, replace with new parts if neces-
sary.
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and the O-ring.
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p. 150)
p. 57)
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≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
( p. 100)
( p. 100)