Brake Service Overview - SRAM RSC Service Manual

B r a k e S e r v i c e O v e r v i e w
SRAM brake systems need to be serviced periodically to optimize braking function. If brake fluid is leaking from any area of the brake, there may be
damage or wear and tear to the internal moving parts. If the system has been contaminated with the wrong fluid, there may be damage to all rubber
and plastic internal parts. If your brake was damaged in a crash, there may be damage to the lever blade, pushrod, and housing assemblies. Inspect
and replace these parts to restore proper brake function.
Your product's appearance may differ from the pictures contained in this publication.
SAFET Y I NSTRUC TI ON S
• Servicing your brakes removes all of the brake fluid from the system. You must bleed your brakes after you service the brake caliper and/or lever.
• Always wear safety glasses and nitrile gloves when working with DOT fluid.
• Place an oil pan on the floor where you will be working on the brake.
• Used DOT fluid should be recycled or disposed of in accordance to local and federal regulations.
• Never pour DOT fluid down a sewage or drainage system or into the ground or a body of water.
• DOT fluids will damage painted surfaces. If any fluid comes in contact with a painted surface (e.g. your frame) or printing on the brakes, wipe it off
immediately and clean it with isopropyl alcohol or water. Damage to painted and/or printed surfaces by DOT fluid is not covered under warranty.
• Do not allow any brake fluid to come in contact with the brake pads. If this occurs, the pads are contaminated and must be replaced.
• For best results, use only SRAM High-Performance DOT 5.1 brake fluid. If SRAM brake fluid is not available, only use DOT 5.1 or 4 brake fluid.
• Do not use mineral oil or DOT 5 fluid.
N OT ICE
SRAM Guide™ Brakes are a unique product; the Guide caliper must be serviced before the lever. The lever must be connected to the caliper and
the brakes must still have fluid in them in order to advance the pistons and service the caliper. Once the lever has been disconnected and the fluid
drained it is not possible to advance the pistons.
Do not use mineral oil or DOT 5 fluid. Do not use tools, rags, or syringes that are contaminated with mineral oil or DOT 5 fluid. Using contaminated
materials will result in permanent damage to the seals and reduce braking performance.
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