APRILIA TUONO 1000 - 2006 Manual page 54

CAUTION
Do not operate the rear brake pedal with
the reservoir filler cap (2) removed. This
will cause brake fluid to squirt out and
spill.
u Loosen and remove the reservoir filler
cap (2).
WARNING
Avoid any prolonged exposure of the
brake fluid to air. The brake fluid is
hygroscopic and when in contact with
air it absorbs its humidity. Leave the
brake fluid reservoir open ONLY for the
time necessary for topping up. In order
not to spill the brake fluid while topping
up, keep the fluid in the reservoir parallel
to the reservoir rim.
Remove the gasket (4).
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When topping up, never exceed the
"MAX" level. Top up to "MAX" only
when new pads are installed. Do not fill
the reservoir to "MAX" with worn pads;
this will cause fluid to overflow when
you change the pads at a later time.
NOTE
In order to fill the reservoir to the
"MAX" level, top up until the "MAX" mark is
parallel with the brake fluid reservoir top
parallel to the ground.
Use only DOT 5 or 4 fluid taken from a
clean, sealed container. Never reuse
used brake fluid.
If you use a container or funnel for topping
up, make sure that it is perfectly clean. Any
foreign matter getting into the brake
reservoir may lead to severe damage.
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Do not add any additives or other
substances to the brake fluid.
u Top up the reservoir with brake fluid,
until the fluid reaches the "MAX" mark.
Replace the gasket (4) in its seat
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correctly.
CAUTION
Do not tilt the reservoir (1) even if the
cap (2) is tightened. This might let air in
the circuit and the brake system would
be impaired.
u Replace and tighten the reservoir filler
cap (2).
u Replace the reservoir (1) in its seat
correctly.
u Replace and tighten the screw (3).
u Replace the right fairing, see page 109
(REMOVING THE SIDE FAIRINGS).