KTM 690 SMC 2008, Repair Manual

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13/BRAKE SYSTEM
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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Remove screws

.
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Remove cover

with membrane

.
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Draw the old brake fluid out of the brake fluid reservoir using a syringe and fill with
fresh brake fluid.
Bleed syringe (50329050000) ( p. 208)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 204)
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Pull off dust cap

and connect a commercially available suction device (standard
workshop equipment).
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Release bleeder screw

and draw out the old brake fluid.
Info
During suction, ensure that the brake fluid reservoir is always filled with a
sufficient amount of fresh brake fluid.
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Tighten the bleeder screw. Remove the suction device and mount the dust cap.
100254-12
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Add brake fluid to level

.
Guideline
Level

5 mm (0.2 in)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 204)
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
14.7
Checking the rear brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by worn brake linings.
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Change worn brake linings immediately.
Note
Danger of accidents Reduced braking efficiency caused by damaged brake discs.
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If the brake linings are not changed in time, the steel brake lining carriers grind on the brake disc. The braking effect is greatly
reduced and the brake discs are rendered unserviceable. Check the brake linings regularly.
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Check the brake linings for minimum thickness

.
Minimum thickness

≥
1 mm (
≥
0.04 in)
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
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Change the rear brake linings. ( p. 77)
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If there is wear or tearing:
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Change the rear brake linings. ( p. 77)