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Maintenance work on chassis and engine – KTM 450 SMR User Manual

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MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE

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500204-11

Fit the brake linings. Position the springs

‘

and mount the bolts

‘

.

Info

The spring hanger of the springs

‘

must be positioned upwards.

500203-12

Fit the locking splint pins

‘

.

Operate the hand brake lever repeatedly until the brake linings lie on the brake disc
and there is a tight spot.

Changing the front brake linings

‘

x

Warning

Skin irritations

ಗBrake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.

If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately.

Warning

Danger of accidents

ಗReduced braking due to old brake fluid.

Have the front and rear brake fluid replaced according to the service plan in an authorized KTM workshop.

Warning

Environmental hazard

ಗProblem materials cause environmental damage.

Dispose of oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning substances, brake fluid, batteries, etc. according to regulations.

Info

KTM recommends DOT

‘5.1 brake fluid from Motorex

®

. This has a higher wet boiling point than DOT

‘4 brake fluid and provides

greater safety for high demands.
Never user DOT

‘5 brake fluid! This is based on silicone oil and is colored purple. Oil seals and brake lines are not designed for

DOT

‘5 brake fluid.

Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container!

500196-10

Remove the front brake linings. (

P. 41)

Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.

Remove screw cap

‘

.

Remove the plastic ring

‘

with membrane

‘

.

Press the brake piston back to its basic position and make sure that no brake fluid
overflows from the reservoir.

Mount the front brake linings. (

P. 41)

Top up the brake fluid to level

‘MAX.

Brake fluid DOT 5.1 (

P. 82)

Check parts for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn parts.

Fit the membrane and the plastic ring. Mount and tighten the screw cap.

Info

Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.