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KTM 2008 690 SMC EU - Adjusting the Basic Position of the Hand Brake Lever; Checking the Front Brake Fluid Level

KTM 2008 690 SMC EU
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13/BRAKE SYSTEM 74
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Remove the front brake linings.
Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
Remove screws .
Remove cover with membrane .
Press the brake piston back to its basic position and make sure that no brake fluid
overflows from the brake fluid reservoir.
Install the front brake linings.
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Add brake fluid level to .
Guideline
Level 5 mm (0.2 in)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 204)
Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilt brake fluid immediately with water.
14.3Adjusting the basic position of the hand brake lever
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Adjust the basic setting of the hand brake lever to your hand size by turning adjust-
ing wheel .
Info
Pull the brake lever forwards and turn the adjusting wheel.
Do not make any adjustments while riding!
14.4Checking the front brake fluid level
Warning
Danger of accidentsFailure of the brake system.
If the brake fluid level falls below the MIN mark, this indicates a leakage in the brake system or worn-out brake linings.
Check the brake system and do not continue riding.
Warning
Danger of accidentsReduced braking effect caused by old brake fluid.
Change the brake fluid of the front and rear brake according to the service schedule.
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Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
Check the brake fluid level in the viewer .
» If the brake fluid level is below the MIN mark:
Add front brake fluid. ( p. 75)

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