Checking For Chain Dirt Accumulation - KTM 450 EXC EU Owner's Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
Warning
Danger of poisoning Fuel is poisonous and a health hazard.
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Fuel must not come into contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. Do not breathe in the fuel vapors. If contact occurs with
the eyes, rinse with water immediately and contact a physician. Immediately clean contaminated areas on the skin with
soap and water. If fuel is swallowed, contact a physician immediately. Change clothing that is contaminated with fuel.
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Checking for chain dirt accumulation

Main work
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Check the throttle cable routing. (
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Position the fuel tank and fit the two spoilers to the sides of the radiator bracket.
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Make sure that no cables are trapped or damaged.
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Mount the fuel tank breather.
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Mount and tighten screw
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
B01531-11
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Position the horn, and fit and tighten screws
Guideline
Remaining screws, chassis
B01530-11
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Connect the electrical plug-in connection
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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
Never let dirt enter 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
L00715-10
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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p. 77)
with the rubber bushing.
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M6
2
M6
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3
p. 68)
p. 74)
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
with collar bushings.
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)
of the fuel line.
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