KTM 450 EXC-R EU, 450 EXC-R AUS/UK, 450 EXC-R SIX DAYS, 450 EXC-R USA, 450 XCR-W UsA, 450 XCR-W ZA, 530 EXC-R EU, 530 EXC-R AUS/UK, 530 EXC-R SIX DAYS, 530 EXC-R USA, 530 XCR-W USA, 530 XCR-W ZA Motorcycle User Manual


 
MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE 75
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Installing the air filterb
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Check parts for damage and wear. Replace damaged or worn parts.
Mount the clean air filter onto the air filter support.
Put in both parts together, position them and fix them with the air filter supportb
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Info
If the air filter is not correctly mounted, dust and dirt can penetrate into the
engine and can cause damage.
Install the air filter box lid. ( P. 74)
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Cleaning air filterb
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Warning
Environmental hazardProblem materials cause environmental damage.
Dispose of oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning substances, brake fluid, batteries, etc. according to regulations.
Info
Do not clean the air filter with fuel or petroleum since these substances attack the foam.
Remove the air filter. ( P. 74)
Wash the air filter thoroughly in special cleaning liquid and allow it to dry properly.
Air filter cleaner ( P. 115)
Info
Only press the air filter to dry it, never wring it out.
Oil the dry air filter with a high/quality filter oil.
Oil for foam air filter ( P. 115)
Clean the air filter box.
Check carburetor connection boot for damage and tightness.
Install the air filter. ( P. 75)
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Adjusting basic position of clutch lever
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Adjust the basic setting of the clutch lever to your hand size by turning adjusting
screwb
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Info
Turn the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the distance between the
clutch lever and the handlebar.
Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to decrease the distance between
the clutch lever and the handlebar.
The range of adjustment is limited.
Turn the adjusting screw by hand only, and do not apply any force.
Do not make any adjustments while riding!
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Checking fluid level of hydraulic clutch
Warning
Skin irritationsBrake fluid can cause skin irritation on contact.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes, and keep out of the reach of children.
If brake fluid gets into your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact a doctor immediately.
Info
The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch lining disc.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container!