wsm RTV-X1120D Workshop Manual page 328

RTV-X900, RTV-X1120D, WSM
Brake Fluid Change
CAUTION
• Use only DOT-3 brake fluid from a sealed container.
Conforms to motor vehicle safety standard No. 116. Using
other type of ail ruins synthetic resin or rubber installed in
brake system components, and may cause brake failure.
• Avoid contamination of the brake fluid. Thoroughly clean
area around the filler cap before removing. Do not open the
brake fluid reservoir cap unless absolutely necessary.
• Use extreme care when filling the reservoir. If brake fluid is
spilled on power steering hoses, wash off with water
immediately. Brake fluid quickly ruins synthetic resin or
rubber hoses.
NOTE
• The fluid level must be checked several times during the
fluid change and filled as necessary. If the fluid in the
reservoir runs completely out any time during fluid
changing, air bleeding must be done since air will have
entered the line.
• Start with the rear either side and finish with the front either
side.
1. Jack up the front side of machine and remove the front wheels.
2. Connect a clear plastic hose (4) to the bleeder (3), running the
other end of the hose into a container.
3. Remove the brake fluid reservoir cap (1).
4. Fill the reservoir (2) with new brake fluid.
5. Temporarily install the reservoir cap.
6. Open the bleeder.
7. Then, pump brake pedal (5) and hold it.
8. Close the bleeder and release the brake pedal.
9. Repeat the previous step for each wheel.
10. When brake fluid changing is finished, add the fluid to the upper
level in the reservoir.
11. After changing the fluid, check the brake for good braking
power, no brake drag, and no fluid leakage.
12. If necessary, bleed the air from the brake lines.
WARNING
• If the brake pedal has a soft or "spongy feeling" when it is
applied, there might be air in the brake line or the brake may
be damaged. Since it is dangerous to operate the vehicle
under such conditions, bleed the air from the brake line
immediately.
(1) Reservoir Cap
(2) Reservoir
(3) Bleeder
4-S5
BRAKES
(4) Clear Plastic Hose
(5) Brake Pedal
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KiSC issued 01, 2014 A