Checking For Chain Dirt Accumulation; Cleaning The Chain - KTM 350 EXC-F 2019 Owner's Manual

12.35

Checking for chain dirt accumulation

12.36

Cleaning the chain

Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the tires reduces the road grip.
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Remove the lubricant from the tires using a suitable cleaning agent.
Warning
Danger of accidents Oil or grease on the brake discs reduces the braking effect.
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Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease.
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Clean the brake discs with brake cleaner when necessary.
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
The service life of the chain depends largely on its maintenance.
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Plug in connector
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Remove the wash cap set.
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Thoroughly clean the plug-in connection of the fuel line using
compressed air.
Info
Under no circumstances should dirt enter into the fuel
line. Dirt in the fuel line clogs the injection valve!
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Lubricate the O-ring and connect plug-in connection
the fuel line.
Info
Route the cable and fuel line at a safe distance from
the exhaust system.
Finishing work
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Mount the seat. (
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Check the chain for coarse dirt accumulation.
» If the chain is very dirty:
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Clean the chain. (
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