Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not
designed for DOT 5 brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
F00061-10
H02360-10
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Preparatory work
–
Check the front brake linings. (
Main work
(FC 450)
–
Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar
to a horizontal position.
–
1
Remove screws
.
–
2
Take off cover
with membrane
–
Add brake fluid to level
Guideline
A
Level
(brake fluid level
below reservoir rim)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
–
Position cover with membrane. Mount and tighten
screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immedi-
ately with water.
(FX 450)
–
Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar
to a horizontal position.
–
1
Remove screws
.
–
2
Take off cover
with membrane
–
Add brake fluid to level
Guideline
A
Level
(brake fluid level
below reservoir rim)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
–
Position cover with membrane. Mount and tighten
screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immedi-
ately with water.
BRAKE SYSTEM 12
p. 88)
3
.
A
.
5 mm (0.2 in)
p. 145)
3
.
A
.
5 mm (0.2 in)
p. 145)
87