Changing The Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - KTM 125 SX EU Owner's Manual

11 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
11.48

Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid

Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
(All 250/300 models)
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal posi-
tion.
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Remove screws
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Remove cover
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Check the fluid level.
Fluid level under top edge of con-
tainer
L01222-10
» If the level of the fluid does not meet specifications:
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
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(All 125/150 models)
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal posi-
tion.
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Remove screws
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Remove cover
L00953-10
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Fill bleeding syringe
Bleed syringe (50329050000)
Hydraulic fluid (15) (
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On the slave cylinder of the clutch, remove bleeder screw
ing syringe
101725-10
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Inject the liquid into the system until it escapes from bore hole
ter cylinder without bubbles.
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To prevent overflow, drain fluid occasionally from the master cylinder reservoir.
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Remove the bleeding syringe. Mount and tighten the bleeder screw.
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Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
Guideline
Fluid level under top level of con-
tainer
L00953-11
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
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1
with membrane
2 3
Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
Info
Wash off overflowed or spilled brake fluid immediately with water.
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1
with membrane
2 3
with the appropriate hydraulic fluid.
4
p. 125)
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4
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4 mm (0.16 in)
p. 124)
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and mount bleed-
5
4 mm (0.16 in)
64
of the mas-
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