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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400234-10
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Stand the vehicle upright.
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Check the brake fluid level in the viewer
.
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When in the viewer
an air bubble is visible:
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Add rear brake fluid. (
P. 44)
Adding rear brake fluid
x
Warning
Danger of accidents
ಗBrake system failure.
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If the brake fluid level falls below the MIN mark, this indicates a leakage in the brake system or worn-out brake linings.
Have the brake system checked in an authorized KTM workshop, and do not ride any further.
Warning
Skin irritations
ಗBrake 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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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.
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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.
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Dispose of oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning substances, brake fluid, batteries, etc. according to regulations.
Info
KTM recommends brake fluid DOT
5.1 fromMotorex
®
. This brake fluid has a higher wet boiling point than brake fluid DOT
4
and offers more protection under high load.
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!
400233-10
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Stand the vehicle upright.
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Remove screw cap
with membrane
and the O-ring.
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Add brake fluid to level
.
Brake fluid DOT 5.1 (
P. 82)
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Check parts for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn parts.
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Mount the screw cap with the membrane
and the O-ring.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
Checking rear brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidents
ಗReduced braking due to worn brake linings.
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Worn brake linings should be replaced immediately in an authorized KTM workshop.