Checking Brake Lines; (Inspections Ii And Iii); Checking Brake System For Correct Operation And Freedom From Leaks; Checking Brake Fluid Level - BMW C1 Repair Manual

Checking brake lines

(Inspections II and III)

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Caution:
Refer to notes on the hazards involved in handling
brake fluid
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Check brake callipers, unions and lines of brake
system for correct operation, leaks, damage or
incorrect positioning; repair or replace as neces-
sary
•
Check the brake fluid level and top up if neces-
sary
Checking brake lines
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Examine all brake lines for damage and correct
positioning
Checking brake system for correct
operation and freedom from leaks
(Inspections II and III)
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Check condition and routing of all lines and con-
nections

Checking brake fluid level

Checking fluid level with brake fluid
reservoir closed
The procedure for checking the level in the left brake
fluid reservoir is described below. The procedure for
checking the level in the right brake fluid reservoir is
analogous.
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Caution:
The fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir must be at
the "MAX" mark with new brake pads. It is not pos-
sible to check the maximum fill level at the inspec-
tion glass. For details of the correct procedure see
Checking fluid level with brake fluid reservoir
open.
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Turn the handlebars to full left-hand lock
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Note:
The volume of the brake fluid (MIN/MAX) is sufficient
for lining thicknesses from new to the wear limit. It is
not normally necessary to top up the fluid to accom-
modate lining wear.
A level below MIN indicates the possibility of other
faults.
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Check the level of brake fluid in the inspection
glass
MIN (arrow)........................................Minimum level
indicating that the pads are worn to the wear limit
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Warning:
The brake fluid level must never be allowed to fall
below the MIN mark (arrow) which indicates the min-
imum permissible level. Otherwise, there is a danger
that air will be drawn into the braking system as the
brakes are operated.
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