Checking That The Brake Linings Of The Rear Brake Are Secured - GAS GAS MC 250F FACTORY EDITION 2023 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 appli-
cable 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 corrodes paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
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Checking that the brake linings of the rear brake are secured

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 GASGAS Motorcycles workshop
will be glad to help.)
Preparatory work
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Check that the brake linings of the rear brake are secured. (
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Remove the frame protector. (
Main work
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Stand the vehicle upright.
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Remove screw cap
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Add brake fluid up to the marking
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Mount and tighten the screw cap with the membrane and O-ring.
Info
W00190-10
Use water to immediately clean up any brake fluid that has
overflowed or spilled.
Finishing work
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Install the frame protector. (
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Check the brake linings for lining thickness
Minimum thickness
» If it is less than the minimum thickness:
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Change the rear brake linings.
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If there is damage or cracking:
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Change the rear brake linings.
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Check that the brake linings are secured.
F03719-10
» If the brake linings are not secured correctly:
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Secure brake linings, replace with new parts if necessary.
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with membrane and the O-ring.
A
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p. 135)
p. 50)
A
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≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
A
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