Buell 2002 S3T Service Manual page 105

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WARNING
Use only copper crush banjo washers (See Parts Catalog
for Part No.) with D.O.T. 4 brake fluid. Earlier silver banjo
washers are not compatible with D.O.T. 4 fluid and will
not seal properly over time. Failure to comply may
adversely affect braking ability and lead to brake failure
which could result in death or serious injury.
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WARNING
Any leak in brake system will adversely affect brake
operation. To avoid leakage, verify that banjo washers,
banjo bolt, hydraulic brake line and caliper bore are com-
pletely clean. Failure to comply could result in death or
serious injury.
6. Connect brake line to master cylinder with two new
banjo washers and banjo bolt (metric). Tighten to 16-
20 ft-lbs (22-27 Nm).
7. See Figure 2-43. Connect brake line (1) to caliper with
two new banjo washers (2) and banjo bolt (1) (metric).
Tighten to 16-20 ft-lbs (22-27 Nm).
8. See Figure 2-42. Install brake lamp switch (4).
a. Coat brake lamp switch threads with LOCTITE PIPE
SEALANT WITH TEFLON and install to tee nut of
brake line. Tighten to 7-8 ft-lbs (10-11 Nm).
b. Install wires on terminals (2, 3).
9. Install bleeder valve if removed. Refill master cylinder
and bleed brakes. See 1.5
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WARNING
Check for proper brake lamp operation before riding
motorcycle (see Step 10). Visibility is a major concern for
motorcyclists. Failure to have proper brake lamp opera-
tion could result in death or serious injury.
10. Turn ignition key switch to IGN. Apply rear brake pedal to
test brake lamp operation. Turn ignition key switch to
LOCK.
WARNING
WARNING
BRAKES.
WARNING
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Wireform
Figure 2-44. Rear Brake Line Wireform
Brake Line
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Step 2
Step 3
Figure 2-45. Wireform Installation
2002 Buell S3T: Chassis
Bolt and Washer
Wireform
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