Husqvarna SM 50 / 2011, Workshop Manual

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D.12
H02049
3
B
5 mm
H02050
4
5
H02051
3
2
1
MIN
Ed. 01-09-2010
SETTINGS AND ADJUSTMENTS
Rear brake pedal free play adjustment
The rear brake pedal (3) should have a free play (B) (5 mm) before the brakes
begin to bite. Should this not happen, operate as follows:
- loosen nut (4);
- operate the pump rod (5) to increase or decrease the free play;
- tighten nut (4) at the end of the operation.
When the free play requirement is not met, the brake pads will be subjected
to an early wear that may lead to TOTAL BRAKE INEFFECTIvENESS.
If the brake pedal feels mushy when pulled, there may be air in the brake
line or the brake may be defective. CHECK THE BRAKING SYSTEM (see
Section L).
Rear brake fluid level check
Fluid level - visible through sight glass (1) - must be above the minimum notch
on master cylinder reservoir.
To restore fluid level, loosen the two screws (2), and remove cover (3). Top up
using a fluid specified in "LUBRICATION AND SUPPLIES" table.
A decrease of the fluid level will let air into the system, hence an extension of
the lever stroke.
If the brake pedal feels mushy when pulled, there may be air in the brake
line or the brake may be defective. CHECK THE BRAKING SYSTEM (see
Section "L").
Too much brake lever free play may reduce braking action: CHECK
BRAKE PAD THICKNESS (see Section "L").
Do not spill brake fluid onto any painted surface or lens (for example
lights lens).
Do not mix two brands of fluid. Completely change the brake fluid in the
brake system if you wish to switch to another fluid brand.
Brake fluid may cause irritation. Avoid contact with skin or eyes. In case
of contact, flush thoroughly with water and call a doctor if your eyes were
exposed.