Checking The Front Brake Fluid Level - Husqvarna FC 250 2015 Repair Manual

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BRAKE SYSTEM
16.4 Adjusting the basic �osition of the hand brake lever
Checkin the front brake fluid level
Warning
Danger of accidents
If the brake fluid level drops below the specified marking or the specified value, the brake system is leaking or the brake
linings are worn down.
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Check the brake system and do not continue riding until the problem is eliminated.
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Warning
Danger of accidents
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Make sure that brake fluid for the front and rear brake is changed in accordance with the service schedule.
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Push the hand brake lever forward and check free travel
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Free travel of hand brake lever
If the free travel does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever.
Preparatory work
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Check the free travel of the hand brake lever.
Main work
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Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever to your hand size by turning
adjusting screw
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Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
hand brake lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance
between the hand brake lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Only turn the adjusting screw by hand, and do not use force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding.
An insufficient brake fluid level will cause the brake system to fail.
Old brake fluid reduces the braking effect.
Preparatory work
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Check the front brake linings.
Main work
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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Check the brake fluid level in level viewer
If the brake fluid has dropped below marking
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Add front brake fluid.
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2:: 3 mm (2:: 0.12 in)
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(a p. 104)
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(a p. 107)
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(a p. 106)
(a p. 105)
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106