Brake Fluid Replacement - Suzuki FL125S Service Manual

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* This brake system is filled with an ethylene glycol-based DOT 4 brake fluid. Do not use or mix
different types of fluid such as silicone-based or petroleum-based.
* Do not use any brake fluid taken from old, used or unsealed containers. Never reuse brake
fluid left over from the last servicing or stored for a long periods.
* When storing the brake fluid, seal the container completely and keep away from children.
* When replenishing brake fluid, take care not to get dust into fluid.
* When washing brake components, use fresh brake fluid. Never use cleaning solvent.
* A contaminated brake disc or brake pad reduces braking performance. Discard contaminated
pads and clean the disc with high quality brake cleaner or neutral detergent.
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Handle brake fluid with care: the fluid reacts chemically with paint, plastics, rubber materials,
etc., and will damage them severely.

BRAKE FLUID REPLACEMENT

• Remove the front handlebar cover. ($5-4)
• Place the motorcycle on a level surface and keep the handle-
bars straight.
• Remove the master cylinder reservoir cap and diaphragm.
• Suck up the old brake fluid as much as possible.
• Fill the reservoir with new brake fluid.
' Specification and classification: DOT 4
• Connect a clear hose to the air bleeder valve 1 and insert the
other end of the hose into a receptacle.
• Loosen the air bleeder valve and pump the brake lever until
the old brake fluid is completely out of the brake system.
• Close the air bleeder valve and disconnect the clear hose. Fill
the reservoir with new brake fluid to the upper level of the res-
ervoir.
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* Never reuse the brake fluid left over from previous
servicing and which has been stored for long peri-
ods of time.
* Bleed air from the brake system. ($2-18)
CHASSIS 5-16