Checking/Correcting The Fluid Level Of The Hydraulic Clutch - KTM 450 SX-F 2019 Owner's Manual

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Checking/correcting the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch

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.
Info
The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch facing discs.
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and clutch 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.
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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:
F00158-10
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Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the
screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately
with water.
SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 11
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with membrane .
4 mm (0.16 in)
p. 150)
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