Checking The Brake Fluid Level - Yamaha FZS600'98 Service Manual

CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL

A
ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE/
B
After adjusting the brake pedal position,
check that the end of the adjusting bolt 2
is visible through the hole c .
c. Tighten the locknut 1 to specification.
A soft or spongy feeling in the brake ped-
al can indicate the presence of air in the
brake system. Before the vehicle is oper-
ated, the air must be removed by bleed-
ing the brake system. Air in the brake
system will considerably reduce braking
performance and could result in loss of
control and possibly an accident. There-
fore, inspect and, if necessary, bleed the
brake system.
CAUTION:
After adjusting the brake pedal position,
make sure that there is no brake drag.
3. Adjust:
S rear brake light switch
Refer to "ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE
LIGHT SWITCH".
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CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
NOTE:
S Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand.
S Make sure that the motorcycle is upright.
2. Check:
S brake fluid level
Below the minimum level mark a ! Add
the recommended brake fluid to the proper
level.
Recommended brake fluid
DOT4
A Front brake
B Rear brake
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