Brake Fluid Replacement.7-23 - Yamaha TDM850 Owner's Manual

1. When checking the fluid level, make sure
the top of the master cylinder is level by
turning the handlebars.
2. Use only the designated quality brake
fluid. Otherwise, the rubber seals may
deteriorate, causing leakage and poor
brake performance.
Recommended brake fluid: DOT #4
EULI310!
NOTE:_
If DOT #4 is not available, #3 can be used.
3. Refill with the same type of brake fluid.
Mixing fluids may result in a harmful
chemical reaction and lead to poor brake
performance.
4. Be careful that water does not enter the
master cylinder when refilling. Water will
significantly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in vapor lock.
5. Brake fluid may deteriorate painted sur¬
faces or plastic parts. Always clean up
spilled fluid immediately.
6. Have a Yamaha dealer check the cause if
the brake fluid level goes down.
EAN83501
Brake fluid replacement
1. Complete fluid replacement should be
done only by trained Yamaha service per¬
sonnel.
2. Have a Yamaha dealer replace the follow¬
ing components during periodic main¬
tenance or when they are damaged or
leaking.
a. Replace all rubber seals every two years.
b. Replace all hoses every four years.
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