Checking/Correcting The Fluid Level Of The Hydraulic Clutch - KTM 1290 SUPER ADVENTURE S 2021 Owner's Manual

13 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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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.
Note
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
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.
E02250-10
Guideline
Screw, chain
guide
Finishing work
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Remove the vehicle from the center stand. (
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
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1
Remove screws .
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2
Remove cover with membrane
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Check the fluid level.
Fluid level below container
rim
» If the fluid level does not meet specifications:
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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.
M6 5 Nm (3.7 lbf ft)
p. 96)
3
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4 mm (0.16 in)
p. 178)