KTM 690 SMC USA 2010, Owner'S Manual, Page: 146 / 196

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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Checking the play in the throttle cable
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Move the handlebar to the straight-ahead position. Move the throttle grip backwards
and forwards to ascertain the play in the throttle cable.
Throttle cable play 3… 5 mm (0.12… 0.2 in)
» If the throttle cable play does not meet specifications:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable. x ( p. 145)
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and inhaling them may result
in unconsciousness and/or death.
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventilation,
and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an effective
exhaust extraction system.
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Start the engine and let it run idle. Move the handlebar to and fro over the entire steer-
ing range.
The idle speed must not change.
» If the idle speed changes:
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Adjust the play in the throttle cable. x ( p. 145)