Checking That The Brake Linings Of The Front Brake Are Secured - KTM 350 EXC-F 2024 Owner's Manual

13.6

Checking that the brake linings of the front 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 KTM workshop will be
glad to help.)
Main work
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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
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Remove screws
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Take off cover
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Add brake fluid to level
Guideline
A
Level (brake fluid level
below reservoir rim)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the
screws.
Info
Use water to immediately clean up any brake fluid that
has overflowed or spilled.
V01770-10
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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 brake linings of the front brake.
( p. 98)
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If there is damage or cracking:
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Change the brake linings of the front brake.
E00342-10
( p. 98)
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Check that the brake linings are secured.
» If the brake linings are not secured correctly:
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Secure brake linings, replace with new parts if neces-
sary.
1
.
2 3
with membrane .
A
.
5 mm (0.2 in)
p. 158)
≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
A
BRAKE SYSTEM 13
A
.
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