Checking The Rear Brake Linings; Changing The Rear Brake Linings - KTM 350 EXC-F EU Repair Manual

16 BRAKE SYSTEM
16.9

Checking the rear brake linings

Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by worn brake linings.
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Change worn brake linings immediately.
16.10

Changing the rear brake linings

Warning
Danger of accident Brake system failure.
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Maintenance work and repairs must be carried out professionally.
Warning
Skin irritation Brake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
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Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and goggles.
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If brake fluid comes into contact with the eyes, flush the eyes thoroughly with water and consult a physician immediately.
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Pull off protection cap
the bleeder bottle.
Bleeding device (00029013100) (
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Open bleeder screw
Info
Bleed until fresh brake fluid emerges from the bleeder bottle hose without
bubbles.
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Tighten the bleeder screw.
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Close shut-off valve
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Open the bleeder screw again until no more brake fluid emerges.
Info
This prevents overfilling of the brake fluid reservoir.
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Tighten the bleeder screw. Remove the hose of the bleeder bottle. Mount the pro-
tection cap.
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Disconnect the bleeding device. Remove the bleeder cover.
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Correct the brake fluid to level
Guideline
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Level
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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Check the hand brake lever for a firm pressure point.
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Check the brake linings for minimum thickness
Minimum thickness
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
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Change the rear brake linings. (
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If damage or cracking is visible:
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Change the rear brake linings. (
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of the brake caliper bleeder screw. Connect the hose of
p. 342)
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by approx. one-half turn.
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.
 .
5 mm (0.2 in)
p. 338)
≥ 1 mm (≥ 0.04 in)
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p. 121)
p. 121)
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.
121