Bleeding Rear Brake Circuit/Changing Brake Fluid - BMW R 1100 S Repair Manual

Bleeding rear brake circuit/changing
brake fluid
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[ABS] Begin by bleeding the pressure modula-
tor.
.............. See Additional information for [ABS]
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Use the auxiliary stand, BMW No. 00 1 560.
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Remove reservoir cover.
MAX
MIN
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Top up the brake fluid level to the "MAX" mark.
e
Caution:
Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with
painted parts of the motorcycle, because brake fluid
attacks paint.
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Remove the brake caliper.
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Remove the inner brake pad.
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Move the brake caliper to a horizontal position.
34 1 500
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Force the pistons fully back with resetting tool,
BMW No. 34 1 500.
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Connect the brake bleeding device and open the
bleed screw.
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Draw off brake fluid until it emerges clear and
free from air bubbles.
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Caution:
While bleeding the brakes, do not allow the brake
fluid level to drop below the "MIN" mark, or else air
will be drawn into the brake system.
Bleed the system again if this happens.
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Close the bleed screw.
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Top up the brake fluid level to the "MAX" mark.
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Assembly is the reverse of the disassembly pro-
cedure.
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Check the function of the brake system.
Brake fluid grade .........................................DOT 4
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Tightening torque:
Bleed screw in rear brake caliper ................... 6 Nm
Brake caliper to rear wheel drive .................. 40 Nm
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