BMW K 1200 LT 1999 Repair Manual page 58

Bleeding the brake calliper
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Connect the brake bleeding device to the brake
calliper on the rim side (arrow).
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Open the bleed screw by half a turn.
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Caution:
During the bleeding process, do not permit the
brake fluid level to drop below the MIN mark, or else
air will be drawn into the brake system. Bleed the
system again if this happens.
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Draw off brake fluid until it emerges clear and
free from air bubbles.
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Close the bleed screw.
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Bleed the brake calliper on the drive side, using
an extension if necessary (arrow).
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Hand-tighten the lid of the brake fluid reservoir.
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Check the function of the brake system.
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Caution:
Dispose of old brake fluid in an environmentally
friendly manner.
Brake fluid grade .........................................DOT 4
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Tightening torque:
Bleed screw ................................................. 10 Nm
Checking clutch fluid level
(Inspections I, II and III)
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– Place the motorcycle on its centre stand so that
it is level.
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Turn the handlebars to full right lock.
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Note:
The level of fluid in the expansion tank rises as the
clutch lining wears.
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Check the level of clutch fluid on the inspection
glass.
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Warning:
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Safe operation of the clutch is not guaranteed if the
fluid level is below the centre of the inspection glass.
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Do not permit the clutch fluid to drop below the
level for initial filling (see arrow); if necessary,
check clutch system for leaks.
Required level with new clutch lining:
.................................................Upper ring marking
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