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Warning
Danger of accidents Brake fluid which is too old or of the wrong type impairs the function of the brake
system.
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Make sure that brake fluid for the front and rear brake is changed in accordance with the service
schedule. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
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Make sure that only clean, approved brake fluid from a tightly sealed container is used. (Your autho-
rized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Note
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
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid corrodes paint.
14.9
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.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Damaged brake discs reduce the braking effect.
If the brake linings are not changed in time, the brake lining carriers grind against the brake disc. As a
consequence, the braking effect is greatly reduced and the brake discs are destroyed.
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Check the brake linings regularly.
Preparatory work
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Check that the brake linings of the rear brake are secured.
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p. 113)
Main work
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Stand the vehicle upright.
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Remove screw cover
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Add brake fluid up to the MAX marking
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Mount and tighten screw cover
2
brane
.
F01951-10
Info
Use water to immediately clean up any brake fluid that
has overflowed or spilled.
BRAKE SYSTEM 14
1
with insert and membrane
A
.
p. 162)
1
with the insert and mem-
2
.
113
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