Changing The Rear Brake Iluid - KTM 400 EXC AUS 2011 Repair Manual

13/BRAKE SYSTEM
Warning
Danger of accidents
Reduced braking effect caused by old brake fluid.
- Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
- Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
• Info
96
I
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid! This is based on silicone oil and is colored purple. 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!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
- Stand the vehicle upright.
- Remove screw cap 0 with membrane. and the O-ring.
- Add brake fluid to
level •.
I
Brake fluid DOT 41 DOT 5.1 (-- p. 250)
- Mount the screw cap with the membrane and the O-ring.
• Info
I
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
Chanlinlthe I'IIIr brakelluid
Warning
Skin irritation Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
- Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles.
- If brake fluid comes into contact with the eyes, flush the eyes thoroughly with water and consult a physician immediately.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
- Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
• Info
I
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!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
- Stand the vehicle upright.
- Remove screw cap 0 with membrane. and the O-ring.
- Draw the old brake fluid out of the brake fluid reservoir using a syringe and fill with
fresh brake fluid.
Bleed syringe
(50329050000) (--
p.
255)
Brake fluid DOT
41
DOT
5.1 (--
p.
250)
13/BRAKE SYSTEM
Warning
Danger of accidents
Reduced braking effect caused by old brake fluid.
- Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
- Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
• Info
96
I
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid! This is based on silicone oil and is colored purple. 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!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
- Stand the vehicle upright.
- Remove screw cap 0 with membrane. and the O-ring.
- Add brake fluid to
level •.
I
Brake fluid DOT 41 DOT 5.1 (-- p. 250)
- Mount the screw cap with the membrane and the O-ring.
• Info
I
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
Chanlinlthe I'IIIr brakelluid
Warning
Skin irritation Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
- Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles.
- If brake fluid comes into contact with the eyes, flush the eyes thoroughly with water and consult a physician immediately.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
- Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
• Info
I
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!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
- Stand the vehicle upright.
- Remove screw cap 0 with membrane. and the O-ring.
- Draw the old brake fluid out of the brake fluid reservoir using a syringe and fill with
fresh brake fluid.
Bleed syringe
(50329050000) (--
p.
255)
Brake fluid DOT
41
DOT
5.1 (--
p.
250)