KTM 450 XC, Owner'S Manual

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IMPORTANT NOTES
9
Spare parts, accessories
For your own safety, only use spare parts and accessories that have been approved and/or recommended by KTM and have them installed
by an authorized KTM workshop. KTM accepts no liability for other products and any resulting damage or loss.
The current KTM PowerParts for your vehicle can be found on the KTM website.
International KTM Website: http://www.ktm.com
Work rules
When assembling the equipment, non-reusable parts (e.g. self-locking screws and nuts, seals, seal rings, O-rings, pins, lock washers) must
be replaced with new parts.
If a thread locker (e.g.
Loctite
®
) is used for screw connections, follow the instructions for use from the manufacturer.
Parts that are to be reused after being disassembled should be cleaned and checked for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn
parts.
After finishing the repair and maintenance work, ensure that the vehicle is roadworthy.
Transport
Note
Danger of damage Danger of damage from accidental rolling of vehicle.
–
Park the vehicle on a surface that is as horizontal as possible and activate the parking brake.
Note
Fire hazard Some components (engine, radiator and exhaust system) get very hot when the engine is running.
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Do not place the vehicle where there are flammable or explosive substances.
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Switch off the engine.
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Turn the handle

of the fuel tap to OFF . (Figure 100013-10 p. 37)
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Use straps or other suitable devices to secure the vehicle against accidents or falling over.
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Pull handbrake lever, push the locking pawl

downwards, and release the handbrake lever. (Figure 100006-10 p. 30)