Checking The Front Brake Linings - Husqvarna TE 150i 2021 Owner's Manual

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
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.
13.5

Checking the front brake linings

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 Husqvarna Motorcy-
cles workshop will be glad to help.)
Preparatory work
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Check the front brake linings. (
Main work
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Move the brake reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a hori-
zontal position.
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Remove screws
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Take off cover
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Add brake fluid to level
Guideline
A
Level (brake fluid level
below reservoir rim)
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.
H03718-10
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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 brake linings of the front brake.
( p. 90)
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If damage or wear is encountered:
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Change the brake linings of the front brake.
K00943-10
( p. 90)
BRAKE SYSTEM 13
p. 89)
1
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2 3
with membrane .
A
.
5 mm (0.2 in)
p. 155)
≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
A
A
.
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