Rear Brake Pedal - Buell P3 Service Manual

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Never mix D.O.T. 4 with other brake fluids (such as D.O.T.
5). Use only D.O.T. 4 brake fluid in motorcycles that spec-
ify D.O.T. 4 fluid on the reservoir cap. Mixing different
types of fluid can adversely affect braking ability and
lead to brake failure which could result in death or seri-
ous injury
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Use only fresh, uncontaminated D.O.T. 4 Fluid. Cans of
fluid that have been opened may have been contami-
nated by moisture in the air or dirt. Use of contaminated
brake fluid can adversely affect braking ability and lead
to brake failure which could result in death or serious
injury
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Use only new copper banjo washers (See Parts Catalog
for Part No.) with D.O.T. 4 brake fluid. Earlier silver banjo
washers are not compatible with D.O.T. 4 fluid and will
not seal properly over time. Failure to comply can
adversely affect braking ability and lead to brake failure
which could result in death or serious injury.
NOTE
Hydraulic brake fluid bladder-type pressure equipment can be
used to fill the brake master cylinder through the bleeder
valve if master cylinder reservoir cover is removed to prevent
pressurization.
1. Install end of a length of plastic tubing over caliper
bleeder valve; place other end in a clean container.
Stand motorcycle upright.
a. See Figure 1-6. Front brake bleeder valve.
b. See Figure 1-7. Rear brake bleeder valve.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Cover molded-in-color surfaces and right handlebar
switches and use care when removing brake reservoir
cover and adding D.O.T. 4 brake fluid. Spilling D.O.T. 4
brake fluid on molded-in-color surfaces will result in cos-
metic damage. Spilling brake fluid on switches can ren-
der them inoperative.
2. Add D.O.T. 4 BRAKE FLUID to master cylinder reser-
voir. Do not reuse brake fluid.
a. Remove two screws from front master cylinder cover.
Bring fluid level to within 0.125 in. (3.2 mm) of
molded boss inside front master cylinder.
b. Remove cap and gasket from rear master cylinder
reservoir. Bring fluid level to between upper and
lower marks on reservoir.
3. Depress, release and then hold brake lever/pedal to build
up hydraulic pressure.
4. Open bleeder valve (metric) about 1/2-turn counterclock-
wise; brake fluid will flow from bleeder valve and through
tubing. When brake lever/pedal has moved 1/2-3/4 of its
full range of travel, close bleeder valve (clockwise). Allow
brake lever/pedal to return slowly to its released position.
5. Repeat Steps 2-4 until all air bubbles are purged.
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6. Tighten bleeder valve (metric) to 36-60 in-lbs (4.1-6.8
Nm).
7. Verify master cylinder fluid level as described in Step 2.
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WARNING
After repairing the brake system, test brakes at low
speed. If brakes are not operating properly, testing at
high speeds can cause loss of control, which could
result in death or serious injury. (00289a)
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Figure 1-8. Brake Fluid Level - Front Reservoir
8. Attach covers to master cylinder reservoirs.
a. Tighten screws on master cylinder reservoir cover to
9-13 in-lbs (1.0-1.5 Nm).
b. Tighten cap on rear master cylinder securely.

REAR BRAKE PEDAL

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WARNING
After repairing the brake system, test brakes at low
speed. If brakes are not operating properly, testing at
high speeds can cause loss of control, which could
result in death or serious injury. (00289a)
Check rear brake pedal for proper operation.
Before every ride.
1. Inspect locknut installation. Locknut should be flush with
top surface of clevis.
2. Observe the position of brake pedal and foot peg. Brake
pedal should be set so top surface of brake pedal is even
with top surface of foot peg.
3. Set brake pedal height.
a. Loosen locknut.
b. Turn rod adjuster to obtain correct position.
c. Tighten locknut.
NOTE
Brake pedal has no freeplay adjustment.
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