Checking Brake Lines; (Inspections Ii And Iii); Checking Brake System Operation And Inspect For Leaks; Checking Brake Fluid Level - BMW C1 200 Repair Manual

Checking brake lines

(Inspections II and III)

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Attention:
Refer to and observe the precautions for handling
brake fluid!
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Check brake calipers, unions and lines on brake
system for correct operation, leaks, damage and
incorrect positioning; repair or replace as neces-
sary
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Check the brake fluid level and top up if neces-
sary
Checking brake lines
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Examine all brake lines for damage and correct
routing
Checking brake system operation
and inspect for leaks
(Inspections II and III)
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Check condition and routing of all lines and con-
nections

Checking brake fluid level

(Inspections I, II and III)

Checking fluid level in the closed
brake fluid reservoir
The procedure for checking the level in the left brake
fluid reservoir is described below. The procedure for
checking the level in the right brake fluid reservoir is
basically the same.
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Attention:
The fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir must be at
the "MAX" mark with new brake pads. It is not pos-
sible to verify that the fluid is at maximum level
through the sight glass. For details on the correct
procedure see Checking fluid level in the open
brake fluid reservoir!
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Turn the handlebars at full left-hand lock
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Note:
The volume of the brake fluid (MIN/MAX) is sufficient
for lining thicknesses from new to the wear limit. It is
not normally necessary to top up the fluid to accom-
modate lining wear.
A level below MIN indicates the possibility of other
system defects!
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Check the level of brake fluid through the sight
glass
Minimum level (arrow)
............. slightly above the centre of the sight glass
wear limit with worn brake pads
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Warning:
The brake fluid level must never be allowed to fall
below the MIN mark (arrow) used to identify the ab-
solute minimum level. Otherwise, there is a danger
that air will be drawn into the brake system during
operation!
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