Checking Clutch Fluid Level, Correcting If Necessary; (Inspections Ii And Iii) - BMW k 1200 rs Repair Manual

Checking clutch fluid level, cor-
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recting if necessary

(Inspections II and III)

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Attention:
Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with
painted parts of the motorcycle, because brake fluid
destroys paint.
– Place the motorcycle on its centre stand so that
it is level.
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Turn the handlebars to the right.
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Note:
The level of fluid in the expansion tank increases as
wear to the clutch lining increases.
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Attention:
Reliable operation of the clutch is not ensured when
the level of the fluid (arrow) is below the upper mar-
king ring.
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The clutch fluid should never drop below the le-
vel for initial filling: if it does, check the clutch sy-
stem for leaks.
Specified level with a new clutch liner:
No more than
................................................. upper ring marking
Brake fluid....................................................DOT 4
K41000010
00.61