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BRAKE SYSTEM
Warning
Danger of accidents Old brake fluid reduces the braking effect.
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Make sure that brake fluid for the front and rear brake is changed in accordance with the service schedule. (Your autho-
rized Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect maintenance will cause the brake system to fail.
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Ensure that service work and repairs are performed professionally. (Your authorized Husqvarna Motorcycles workshop
will be glad to help.)
Warning
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
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not designed for DOT 5
brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
Preparatory work
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Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. (
Main work
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Remove lock washer
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Remove screw
E00551-10
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Remove the brake linings.
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Remove screws
Info
Cover the components to protect them against damage.
Do not kink the brake line.
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Clean the brake caliper and brake caliper support.
E00550-10
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Remove screws
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Take off cover
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Press the brake piston back to its basic position and make sure that no brake
fluid overflows from the brake fluid reservoir, extracting brake fluid if necessary.
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Position the brake caliper.
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Mount and tighten screws
Guideline
Screw, rear brake caliper
E00552-11
.
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and take off the brake caliper.
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with washer
and membrane
.
M8
p. 31)
.
Loctite
18 Nm
(13.3 lbf ft)
65
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243™