Checking The Rear Brake Linings; Changing The Rear Brake Linings - Husqvarna TC 65 Owner's Manual

12 BRAKE SYSTEM
12.13

Checking the rear brake linings

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 Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop will be
glad to help.)
12.14

Changing the rear brake linings

Warning
Skin irritation Brake fluid causes skin irritation.
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Keep brake fluid out of the reach of children.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
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Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with the skin, the eyes or clothing.
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Consult a doctor immediately if brake fluid has been swallowed.
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Rinse the affected area with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
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Rinse eyes thoroughly with water immediately and consult a doctor if brake fluid comes into contact with the eyes.
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If brake fluid spills on to your clothing, change the clothing.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
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Check the rear brake linings. (
Main work
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Remove screws
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Take off cover
E00552-10
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Add brake fluid up to level
Guideline

Level
reservoir rim)
Brake fluid DOT 4 (
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Position the cover with the washer and membrane.
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Mount and tighten the screws.
E00548-10
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately with water.
Finishing work
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Remove the motorcycle from the lift stand. (
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Check the brake linings for minimum thickness
Minimum thickness
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
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Change the rear brake linings.
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If damage or wear is encountered:
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Change the rear brake linings.
E00549-10
p. 64)
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with washer and membrane

.
(brake fluid level below
p. 90)
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p. 31)
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10 mm (0.39 in)
p. 31)

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≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
( p. 64)
( p. 64)
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