Clutch Fluid Replacement - Suzuki GSX-R1000 2007 Service Manual

8-86 CHASSIS
* This clutch system is filled with an ethylene glycol-based DOT 4 brake fluid. Do not use or mix
different types of fluid such as silicone-based or petroleum-based.
* Do not use any brake fluid taken from old, used or unsealed containers. Never reuse brake
fluid left over from the last servicing or stored for long periods.
* When storing the brake fluid, seal the container completely and keep away from children.
* When replenishing brake fluid, take care not to get dust into fluid.
* When washing brake components, use fresh brake fluid. Never use cleaning solvent.
Handle brake fluid with care: the fluid reacts chemically with paint, plastics, rubber materials
etc. and will damage them severely.

CLUTCH FLUID REPLACEMENT

• Place the motorcycle on a level surface and keep the handle-
bars straight.
• Remove the clutch master cylinder reservoir cap and dia-
phragm.
• Suck up the old clutch fluid as much as possible from the res-
ervoir.
• Fill the reservoir with new clutch fluid.
Specification and classification: DOT 4
• Connect a clear hose to the clutch release cylinder air bleeder
valve and insert the other end of hose into a receptacle.
• Loosen the air bleeder valve and pump the clutch lever until
old clutch fluid flows out of the bleeder system.
• Close the clutch release cylinder air bleeder valve, and dis-
connect a clear hose. Fill the reservoir with fresh brake fluid to
the upper level.
Bleed air in the clutch fluid system. (
" Air bleeder valve: 6.0 N·m (0.6 kgf-m, 4.5 lb-ft)
2-26)