KTM F4303U1, Owner'S Manual

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BRAKE SYSTEM 13
69
Preparatory work
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Check the front brake linings. ( p. 69)
F00862-10
Main work
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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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Take off cover 2 with membrane 3 .
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Add brake fluid to level
A
.
Guideline
Dimension
A
5 mm (0.2 in)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 118)
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the
screws.
Info
Immediately clean up any brake fluid that has over-
flowed or spilled with water.
13.6 Checking the front brake linings
Warning
Danger of accidents Worn-out brake linings reduce the braking effect.
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Ensure that worn-out brake linings are replaced immediately. (Your authorized KTM workshop will be
glad to help.)
Warning
Danger of accidents Damaged brake discs reduce the braking effect.
If the brake linings are not changed in time, the brake lining carriers grind against the brake disc. As a
consequence, the braking effect is greatly reduced and the brake discs are destroyed.
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Check the brake linings regularly.
F00800-10
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Check the brake linings for minimum thickness
A
.
Minimum thickness
A
≥
1 mm (
≥
0.04 in)
» If the minimum thickness is less than specified:
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Change the front brake linings.
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Check the brake linings for damage and cracking.
» If there is wear or tearing:
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Change the front brake linings.