Yamaha TDM850 1996 Service Manual page 241

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE
WARNING
S Use only the designated quality brake fluid:
otherwise, the rubber seals may deteriorate,
causing leakage and poor brake perfor-
mance.
S Refill with the same type of brake fluid: mix-
ing fluids may result in a harmful chemical
reaction and lead to poor performance.
S Be careful that water does not enter the mas-
ter cylinder when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and
may result in vapor lock.
4. Air bleed:
S Brake system
Refer to "AIR BLEEDING (HYDRAULIC
BRAKE SYSTEM)" in CHAPTER 3.
5. Inspect:
S Brake fluid level
Refer to "BRAKE FLUID LEVEL INSPEC-
TION" in CHAPTER 3.
6. Check:
S Brake level operation
A soft or spongy feeling ! Bleed brake system.
Refer to "AIR BLEEDING (HYDRAULIC
BRAKE SYSTEM)" in CHAPTER 3.
Rear brake
1. Install:
S Copper washer 1
S Brake hose 2
S Union bolt 3
CAUTION:
When installing the brake hose on the master
cylinder, take care that the pipe touches the
projection a as shown.
WARNING
S Proper hose routing is essential to insure
safe motorcycle operation. Refer to "CABLE
ROUTING".
S Always use new copper washers.
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CHAS
New
30 Nm (3.0 mSkg)