Yamaha XV1600A1999 Service Manual page 181

FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
6. Install:
S copper washers
S brake hose
S union bolt
WARNING
Proper brake hose routing is essential to in-
sure safe motorcycle operation. Refer to
"CABLE ROUTING".
CAUTION:
When installing the brake hose onto the
brake caliper, make sure the brake pipe
touches the projection a on the brake cali-
per.
7. Fill:
S brake master cylinder reservoir
(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended brake fluid)
WARNING
S Use only the designated brake fluid. Other
brake fluids may cause the rubber seals to
deteriorate, causing leakage and poor
brake performance.
S Refill with the same type of brake fluid that
is already in the system. Mixing brake
fluids may result in a harmful chemical
reaction, leading to poor brake perfor-
mance.
S When refilling, be careful that water does
not enter the brake master cylinder reser-
voir. Water will significantly lower the coil-
ing point of the brake fluid and could cause
vapor lock.
CAUTION:
Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces
and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean
up any spilt brake fluid immediately.
4-51
CHAS
New
30 Nm (3.0 mSkg)
Recommended brake fluid
DOT 4