KTM SX-E 5 2021 - Wheels and Tires; Front Wheel Removal and Installation

14 BRAKE SYSTEM
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Note
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oils, grease, cleaning agents, brake fluid etc. properly and in compliance with the applica-
ble regulations.
Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not
designed for DOT 5 brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
Preparatory work
– Raise the motorcycle with a lift stand. ( p. 45)
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Main work
–
Remove lock ring
1
.
–
Remove screw
2
.
–
Remove screw
3
and screw
4
.
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– Take off the brake caliper.
Info
Do not kink or damage the brake line.
– Remove the brake linings.
– Clean the brake caliper and the brake caliper bracket.
– Allow the brake caliper and the brake line to hang loosely to
the side.
– Check the brake discs. ( p. 63)
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–
Remove screws
5
.
–
Take off cover
6
with washer
7
and membrane
8
.
– Press the brake piston back into the basic position and ensure
that brake fluid does not flow out of the brake fluid reservoir,
extracting some if necessary.
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– Position the new brake linings.
Info
Always change the brake linings in pairs.
Ensure that the brake linings are correctly positioned in
the holding spring.
– Position the brake caliper on the brake disc.
The brake linings are correctly positioned.