KTM 450 EXC-R EU - Manual (Page 64)

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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Removing rear brake linings b
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Warning
Danger of accidents ಘImproper brake maintenance and repair.
ದ Always have your brake system maintained and repaired in an authorized KTM workshop.
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ದ Press the brake caliper by hand on to the brake disc in order to press back the
brake piston.
Info
Make sure when pushing back the brake piston that you do not press the
brake caliper against the spokes.
ದ Remove the locking split pins b  , withdraw the bolt b  , and take out the brake
pads.
ದ Clean brake caliper and brake caliper support.

Installing the rear brake linings b
x
Warning
Danger of accidents ಘReduced braking due to oil or grease on the brake discs.
ದ Always keep the brake discs free of oil and grease, and clean them with brake cleaner when necessary.
Warning
Danger of accidents ಘReduced braking due to use of non-approved brake linings.
ದ Brake linings available from accessory suppliers are often not tested and approved for use on KTM vehicles. The construc-
tion and friction factor of the brake linings and therefore the brake power can differ considerably from the original KTM
brake linings. If brake linings are used that differ from the originals, there is no guarantee that they comply with the origi-
nal license. The vehicle no longer corresponds to the condition at delivery, and the warranty is no longer valid.
ದ Check the brake discs. ( P. 55)
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ದ Check parts for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn parts.
ದ Check that leaf spring b  in the brake caliper and sliding plate b  in the brake
caliper support are seated correctly.
Info
The arrow on the leaf spring points in the rotation direction of the brake
disc.
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ದ Fit the brake linings, insert bolt b  , and mount locking split pins b  .
Info
Make sure that the decoupling plate b  is mounted on the piston side of the
brake pad.
ದ Operate the foot brake lever repeatedly until the brake linings lie on the brake disc
and there is a tight spot.