Checking/Correcting The Fluid Level Of The Hydraulic Clutch; Changing The Hydraulic Clutch Fluid - KTM 450 EXC EU Owner's Manual

12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
12.47

Checking/correcting the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch

Info
The fluid level rises with increased wear of the clutch lining discs.
12.48

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.
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Remove screws
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Remove cover
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Check the fluid level.
Fluid level below container rim
» If the fluid level does not meet specifications:
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Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
B01538-10
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Remove screws
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Remove cover
B01538-10
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Fill bleeding syringe
Bleed syringe (50329050000)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
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On the slave cylinder of the clutch, remove bleeder screw
syringe
4
L00716-10
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Inject the liquid into the system until it escapes from openings
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 screws bleeder screw.
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Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
Guideline
Fluid level below container rim
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
B01540-10
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1
with membrane .
2 3
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1
with membrane .
2 3
with the appropriate hydraulic fluid.
4
p. 126)
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4 mm (0.16 in)
p. 126)
and mount bleeding
5
of the master
6
4 mm (0.16 in)
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