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SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 98

B00672-10

– Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.

– Remove screws .

– Remove cover  with membrane .

– Check the fluid level.

Fluid level below top edge of container 4 mm (0.16 in)

» If the coolant level does not meet specifications:

– Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.

Hydraulic fluid (15) ( p. 207)

– Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.

Table of Contents5
Means of Representation9
Important Information10
- Overview of Labels14
View of Vehicle24
- View of Vehicle, Front Left Side (Vehicle Differs Slightly from Photo)24
- View of Vehicle, Rear Right Side (Vehicle Differs Slightly from Photo)26
Serial Numbers28
- Chassis Number/Type Label28
- Key Number29
- Engine Number30
- Fork Part Number30
- Shock Absorber Part Number31
Controls32
- Clutch Lever32
- Hand Brake Lever32
- Throttle Grip33
- Light Switch33
- Headlight Flasher Switch34
- Turn Signal Switch34
- Horn Button35
- Ignition/Steering Lock35
- Immobilizer36
- Emergency off Switch36
- Electric Starter Button37
- Combination Instrument37
- Combination Instrument - Function Buttons38
- Combination Instrument - Tachometer38
- Combination Instrument - Indicator Lamps39
- Combination Instrument - Display40
- Combination Instrument - Speedometer41
- Setting Kilometers or Miles41
- Combination Instrument - Time42
- Setting the Clock42
- Combination Instrument - ODO Display43
- Combination Instrument - Setting/Resetting TRIP 143
- Combination Instrument - Setting/Resetting TRIP 244
- Combination Instrument - TRIP F Display45
- Combination Instrument - Ambient Temperature Display45
- Setting the Temperature Units46
- Combination Instrument - Warning of Slippery Roads46
- Combination Instrument - Coolant Temperature Indicator47
- Hazard Warning Flasher Switch/Hazard Warning Flasher47
- Socket for Electrical Accessories48
- Opening the Filler Cap48
- Closing the Filler Cap49
- Handrails50
- Luggage Rack Plate50
- Seat Lock51
- Tool Set51
- Helmet Lock52
- Passenger Footrests52
- Shift Lever53
- Foot Brake Lever54
- Side Stand54
Preparing for Use55
- Information on First Use55
- Running in the Engine56
- Loading the Vehicle56
Riding Instructions59
- Checks and Maintenance Measures When Preparing for Use59
- Starting60
- Starting off62
- Shifting, Riding62
- Braking65
- Stopping, Parking67
- Refueling68
Service Schedule71
Tuning the Chassis74
- Fork/Shock Absorber74
- Adjusting the Compression Damping of the Fork74
- Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Fork75
- Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Fork76
- Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber78
- Adjusting the Low-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber78
- Adjusting the High-Speed Compression Damping of the Shock Absorber79
- Adjusting the Rebound Damping of the Shock Absorber80
- Adjusting the Spring Preload of the Shock Absorber81
- Service Work on the Chassis83
- Raising the Motorcycle with the Front Wheel Stand83
- Taking the Motorcycle off of the Front Wheel Stand83
- Raising the Motorcycle with the Rear Wheel Stand84
- Taking the Motorcycle off of the Rear Wheel Stand84
- Bleeding the Fork Legs85
- Removing the Seat85
- Mounting the Seat86
- Mounting the Helmet Lock on the Vehicle86
- Reinstalling the Fuel Tank87
- Positioning the Fuel Tank88
- Removing the Mask Spoiler89
- Installing the Mask Spoiler90
- Checking the Chain for Dirt92
- Cleaning the Chain92
- Checking the Chain Tension93
- Adjusting the Chain Tension94
- Checking the Chain, Rear Sprocket, Engine Sprocket and Chain Guide96
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Clutch Lever99
- Checking/Rectifying the Fluid Level of the Hydraulic Clutch99
Brakes101
- Abs/Antilock Brake System101
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Hand Brake Lever102
- Checking the Front Brake Discs102
- Checking the Front Brake Fluid Level103
- Adding Front Brake Fluid104
- Checking the Front Brake Linings105
- Checking the Free Travel of the Foot Brake Lever106
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Foot Brake Lever107
- Checking the Rear Brake Disc108
- Checking the Rear Brake Fluid Level108
- Adding Rear Brake Fluid109
- Checking the Rear Brake Linings111
Wheels, Tires113
- Removing the Front Wheel113
- Installing the Front Wheel114
- Removing the Rear Wheel116
- Installing the Rear Wheel118
- Checking Rear Hub Shock Absorbers121
- Checking the Tire Condition121
- Checking the Tire Air Pressure123
Electrical System125
- Removing the Battery125
- Installing the Battery126
- Recharging the Battery127
- Changing the Main Fuse129
- Changing the ABS Fuses131
- Changing the Fuses of Individual Power Consumers132
- Changing the Headlight Bulb134
- Changing the Parking Light Bulb136
- Changing the Turn Signal Bulb138
- Changing the Brake Light Bulb138
- Changing the Tail Light Bulbs143
- Changing the License Plate Lamp147
- Checking the Headlight Setting149
- Adjusting Headlight Range149
- Activating/Deactivating the Ignition Key150
Cooling System155
- Checking the Antifreeze and Coolant Level155
- Checking the Coolant Level in the Compensating Tank157
- Draining the Coolant159
- Filling/Bleeding the Cooling System160
Tuning the Engine163
- Checking the Play in the Throttle Cable163
- Adjusting the Play in the Throttle Cable164
- Ignition Curve Plug-In Connector164
- Adjusting the Ignition Curve to the Fuel Quality165
- Checking the Basic Position of the Shift Lever165
- Adjusting the Basic Position of the Shift Lever166
Service Work on the Engine167
- Checking the Engine Oil Level167
- Changing the Engine Oil and Filter, Cleaning the Oil Screens168
- Draining the Engine Oil and Filter, Cleaning the Oil Screens168
- Filling up with Engine Oil173
- Adding Engine Oil174
Cleaning, Care175
- Cleaning Motorcycle175
- Protective Treatment for Winter Operation177
Storage178
- Preparing for Use after Storage179
Troubleshooting180
Immobilizer Blink Code183
Engine Control Blink Code185
Technical Data - Engine191
- Capacity- Engine Oil192
- Capacity - Coolant192
Technical Data - Engine Tightening Torques193
Technical Data - Chassis196
- Lighting Equipment197
- Tires198
- Capacity - Fuel198
Technical Data - Fork199
Technical Data - Shock Absorber201
Technical Data - Chassis Tightening Torques203
Substances207
Auxiliary Substances211
Standards213
Index214

Brand	KTM
Model	990 SMT
Category	Motorcycle
Language	English

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