Checking The Brake Linings Of The Rear Brake; Changing The Rear Brake Linings - KTM 250 XC TPI Owner's Manual

12.12

Checking the brake linings of the rear brake

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 KTM workshop will be
glad to help.)
12.13

Changing the rear brake linings

Warning
Danger of accidents Incorrect servicing will cause the brake system to fail.
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Ensure that service work and repairs are performed professionally. (Your authorized KTM workshop
will be glad to help.)
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.
Main work
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Stand the vehicle upright.
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Remove screw cap
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Add brake fluid to level
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Mount the screw cap with the membrane and the O-ring.
Info
K01185-10
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately
with water.
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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.
M01180-10
BRAKE SYSTEM 12
1 2
with membrane and the O-ring.
A
.
p. 134)
≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
A
( p. 87)
( p. 87)
A
.
87