Info
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid corrodes paint.
13.12
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.)
Preparatory work
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Check that the brake linings of the rear brake are secured.
(
p. 103)
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Remove the frame protector. (
Main work
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Cover the painted parts.
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Remove screw cap
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Stand the vehicle upright.
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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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Finishing work
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Install the frame protector. (
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Check the brake linings for lining thickness
Minimum thickness
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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.
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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.
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If the brake linings are not secured correctly:
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Secure brake linings, replace with new parts if neces-
sary.
BRAKE SYSTEM 13
p. 62)
1
with the membrane and the O-ring.
A
.
p. 158)
p. 62)
A
.
≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
A
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p. 104)
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p. 104)
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