Brake Fluid-Recommendations; Disc Brakes - APRILIA LEONARDO 125 - 1999 Manual

NOTE
This vehicle is provided with front
and rear disc brakes, with separate hy-
draulic circuits.
The following information refers to a single
braking system, but is valid for both.
WARNING
Sudden resistance or clearance prob-
lems on the brake lever may be due to
troubles in the hydraulic system.
For any doubt regarding the perfect
functioning of the braking system and
in case you are not able to carry out the
usual checking operations, contact
your Official Dealer.
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use and maintenance Leonardo 125 - Leonardo 150 - Leonardo 250
WARNING
Pay special attention to the brake disc
and friction material, making sure that
they are neither dirty nor oily, especially
after maintenance operations or inspec-
tions.
Make sure that the brake pipe is neither
twisted nor worn out.
KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF THE FLUID IN
THE ENVIRONMENT.
WARNING
The brakes are the parts that most en-
sure your safety and for this reason
they must always be perfectly working;
check them before every trip.
A dirty disc soils the pads, with conse-
quent reduction of the braking efficien-
cy. Dirty pads must be replaced, while
dirty discs must be cleaned with a high-
quality degreaser.
The brake fluid must be changed every
two years by an Official Dealer.