Brake Lever; Checking The Front Brake Fluid Level; Adding Front Brake Fluid - Husqvarna FS 450 2015 Repair Manual

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BRAKE SYSTEM

Checking 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.

Adding front brake fluid

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
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.
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Remove the locking piece of the hand brake lever.
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Adjust the basic position of the hand brake lever to your hand size by turning
adjusting wheel
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Push the hand brake lever forward and turn the adjusting wheel.
Turn the adjusting wheel clockwise to increase the distance between the
hand brake lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting wheel counterclockwise to decrease the distance
between the hand brake lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Only turn the adjusting wheel by hand; 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.
Check the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir
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the brake fluid level is below the
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Add front brake fluid.(� p. 113)
An insufficient brake fluid level will cause the brake system to fail.
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p. 111)
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