Bleeding The Rear Brakes, Renewing Brake Fluid - Triumph Thunderbird Service Manual

Bleeding the Rear Brakes, Renewing
Brake Fluid
4. Remove the fixing and remove the reservoir cover,
noting that the reservoir is secured on the same
fixing. Temporarily refit the reservoir.
Ensure absolute cleanliness when adding brake fluid to
the brake fluid reservoir. Do not allow moisture or debris
to enter the cylinder, as this will adversely affect the fluid
properties. Always use fluid from a sealed container and
do not use fluid from a container that has been opened
for any period of time. Always check for fluid leakage
around hydraulic fittings and for damage to hoses. A
dangerous riding condition leading to loss of motorcycle
control and an accident could result if this warning is
ignored.
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1. ReselVoir cover
2. Fixing
5. Remove the rear brake reservoir cap taking care not
to spill any fluid.
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1. ReselVoir cap
2. Rear reselVoir upper level
3. Rear reselVoir lower level
To prevent paint damage, do not spill brake fluid onto
any area of the bodywork. Spilled brake fluid will
damage paintwork.
Before starting work, ensure the motorcycle is stabilised
and adequately supported. This will help prevent it from
falling and causing injury to the operator or damage to
the motorcycle.
1. Bleed nipple
2. Bleed tube
3. Place the other end of the tube in a suitable
receptacle containing new brake fluid.
1. Remove the cap from the rear bleed nipple.
2. Attach a transparent tube to the bleed nipple.
Note:
• Models with ABS brakes: Refer to bleeding
ABS brakes later in this section (see page
12-32).
SelVice Manual - Thunderbird
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