Brake Fluid; Fluid Level; Brake Fluid Replacement; Brake System Draining - Honda CB400T Shop Manual

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'79 ADDENDUM
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BRAKE FLUID (TYPE-II)
FLUID LEVEL
Check the fluid level with the reservoir level.
If the level is below the upper level mark, add
DOT-3 BRAKE FLUID up to the upper level
mark.
Check the entire system for leaks, if the level
is low.
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in the reservoir a s they may not be
compatible.
Do not remove the cap until the
handlebar has been turned full right
so that the reservoir is level.
Avoid operating the brake lever with
the cap removed.
Brake fluid with flow out if the lever
when operating the brake level.
Failure to do so will allow reservoir
during brake lever operation.
Avoid spilling fluid on painted sur-
faces. Place
a
rag over the fuel tank
BRAKE SYSTEM DRAINING
Loosen the caliper bleeder valve and pump
the brake lever.
Stop operating the lever when no fluid flows
out of the bleeder valve.
To prevent piston overtravel and brake fluid
seepage, maintain a 20 mm (314 in.) distance
from the handlebar grip when bleeding the
front brake system.
BRAKE SYSTEM FILLING
CAUTION
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DO not mix brands of fluid since they
mav not be comoatible.
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BLEEDER VALVE
Close the bleeder valve, fill the reservoir,
and install the diaphragm.
Pump up the system pressure with the lever
until there are no air bubbles in the fluid
flowing out of the small hole in the reservoir
(until lever resistance is felt).
Date of Issue: August. 1978
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