Changing The Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - KTM 250 SX-F 2017 Owner's Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
11.45

Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid

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.
Warning
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 regu-
lations.
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Remove screws
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Remove cover
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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.
F00158-10
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.
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Remove screws
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Remove cover
F00158-10
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Fill bleeding syringe
Bleed syringe (50329050000)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Mount bleeding syringe
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Only loosen bleeder screw
is possible.
Info
F00151-10
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately with water.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks
paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
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2 3
with membrane .
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2 3
with membrane .
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with the appropriate hydraulic fluid.
p. 112)
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on bleeder screw
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on the clutch slave cylinder to the point where filling
4 mm (0.16 in)
p. 112)
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using a fitting section of hose.
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