Buell P3 - Master Cylinder

2007 Buell P3: Chassis 2-41
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Table 2-9. Brake Troubleshooting
CONDITION CHECK FOR REMEDY
Excessive lever/pedal
travel or spongy feel.
Air in system. Bleed brake(s).
Master cylinder low on fluid. Fill master cylinder with approved brake fluid.
Brake fade Moisture in system. Bleed brake(s).
Fill master cylinder with approved brake fluid.
Chattering sound when
brake is applied.
Worn pads. Replace brake pads.
Loose mounting bolts. Tighten bolts.
Warped rotor. Replace rotor.
Ineffective brake –
lever/pedal travels to limit.
Low fluid level. Fill master cylinder with approved brake fluid,
and bleed system.
Piston cup not functioning. Rebuild cylinder.
Ineffective brake –
lever/pedal travel normal.
Distorted or glazed rotor. Replace rotor.
Distorted, glazed or contaminated brake pads. Replace pads.
Brake pads drag on rotor –
will not retract.
Cup in master cylinder not uncovering relief
port.
Inspect master cylinder.
Rear brake pedal linkage out of adjustment. Adjust linkage.