Assembling And Installing The Front Brake Master Cylinder - Yamaha XT660R Service Manual

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FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
5. Check:
• brake hoses
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ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING THE
FRONT BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER
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• Before installation, all internal brake com-
ponents should be cleaned and lubricated
with clean or new brake fluid.
• Never use solvents on internal brake
components.
1. Install:
• brake master cylinder 1
• brake master cylinder holder
NOTE:
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• Install the brake master cylinder holder with
the "UP" mark a facing up.
• Align the end of the brake master cylinder
holder with the punch mark b on the handle-
a
bar.
• First, tighten the upper bolt, then the lower
bolt.
2. Install:
• copper washers
• brake hose
• union bolt
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Proper brake hose routing is essential to
insure safe motorcycle operation. Refer to
"CABLE ROUTING" in chapter 2.
NOTE:
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• Install the brake hose within the range
40˚±10˚
shown.
• Turn the handlebar to the left and right to
make sure the brake hose does not touch
other parts (e.g., wire harness, cables,
leads). Correct if necessary.
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Cracks/damage/wear → Replace.
WARNING
Recommended brake fluid
DOT 4
7 Nm (0.7 m · kg, 5.1 ft · lb)
New
30 Nm (3.0 m · kg, 22 ft · lb)
WARNING
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