KTM 450 SMR - Manual (Page 62)

MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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Checking fluid level of hydraulic clutch
Info
The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch lining disc.
Do not use brake fluid.
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ಥ Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
ಥ Remove screws ‘  .
ಥ Remove the cover ‘  with membrane ‘  .
ಥ Check the fluid level.
Fluid level under top level of container. 4 ‘mm (0.16‘in)
» If the level of the cooling liquid does not meet specifications:
ಥ
Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
Hydraulic fluid (15) ( P. 82)
ಥ Check parts for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn parts.
ಥ Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten screws.

Changing fluid level of hydraulic clutch ‘
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Warning
Environmental hazard ಗProblem materials cause environmental damage.
ಥ Dispose of oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning substances, brake fluid, batteries, etc. according to regulations.
400245-10
ಥ Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
ಥ Remove screws ‘  .
ಥ Remove the cover ‘  with membrane ‘  .
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ಥ Fill the bleeding syringe ‘  with the appropriate hydraulic fluid.
Bleed syringe (50329050000)
Hydraulic fluid (15) ( P. 82)
ಥ On the slave cylinder, remove the bleeder screw ‘  and fit the bleeding syringe ‘  .
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ಥ Inject the liquid into the system until it escapes from the bore hole ‘ of the mas-
ter cylinder without bubbles.
ಥ To prevent overflow, drain fluid occasionally from the master cylinder reservoir.
ಥ Remove the bleeding syringe. Mount and tighten screws bleeder screw.
ಥ Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
Specification
Fluid level under top level of container. 4 ‘mm (0.16‘in)
ಥ Check parts for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn parts.
ಥ Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten screws.