Additionally Securing The Rubber Grip; Adjusting The Basic Position Of The Clutch Lever; Checking/Correcting The Fluid Level Of The Hydraulic Clutch; Changing The Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - KTM 450 SX-F Owner's Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
11.47

Additionally securing the rubber grip

11.48

Adjusting the basic position of the clutch lever

11.49

Checking/correcting the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch

Info
The fluid level rises with increased wear of the clutch lining discs.
11.50

Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid

Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Preparatory work
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Check the rubber grip. (
Main work
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Secure the rubber grip at two points using the securing wire.
Securing wire (54812016000)
Wire twister forceps (U6907854)
The twisted wire ends face away from the hands and are bent toward the rub-
ber grip.
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Adjust the basic setting of the clutch lever to your hand size by turning adjusting
1
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.
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Do not make any adjustments while riding!
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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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Check the fluid level.
Fluid level below container rim
» If the fluid level does not meet specifications:
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Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
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Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
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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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1
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2 with membrane 3 .
1
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2 3
with membrane .
4 mm (0.16 in)
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