13 BRAKE SYSTEM
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Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not
designed for DOT 5 brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
V00502-10
Preparatory work
–
Check the front brake linings. (
Main work
–
Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
–
Remove screws
1
.
–
Remove cover
2
with membrane
–
A
Add brake fluid to level
Guideline
A
Level
(brake fluid level
below reservoir rim)
Brake fluid DOT 4 (
p. 269)
–
Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the
screws.
p. 145)
3
.
.
5 mm (0.2 in)