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BRAKE SYSTEM
70
12.7
Changing the front brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidents
Incorrect maintenance will cause the brake system to fail.
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Ensure that service work and repairs are performed professionally. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Skin irritation
Brake fluid causes skin irritation.
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Keep brake fluid out of the reach of children.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
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Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with the skin, the eyes or clothing.
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Consult a doctor immediately if brake fluid has been swallowed.
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Rinse the affected area with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
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Rinse eyes thoroughly with water immediately and consult a doctor if brake fluid comes into contact with the eyes.
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If brake fluid spills on to your clothing, change the clothing.
Warning
Danger of accidents
Old brake fluid reduces the braking effect.
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Make sure that brake fluid for the front and rear brake is changed in accordance with the service schedule. (Your autho-
rized KTM workshop will be glad to help.)
Warning
Environmental hazard
Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with the applicable regu-
lations.
Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. 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.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Remove screws
1
.
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Remove cover
2
with membrane
3
.
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Manually press the brake caliper toward the brake disc to push back the brake pis-
tons. Ensure that brake fluid does not flow out of the brake fluid reservoir, if neces-
sary extract excess.
Info
Make sure that you do not press the brake caliper against the spokes when
pushing back the brake pistons.
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Remove cotter pins
4
, pull out pin
5
, and remove the brake linings.
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Clean the brake caliper and brake caliper support.
