14 BRAKE SYSTEM
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Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not
designed for DOT 5 brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
Preparatory work
– Check the front brake linings. ( p. 147)
V00171-10
Main work
– Move the brake fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
–
Remove screws
1
.
–
Take off cover
2
with membrane
3
.
–
Add brake fluid to level
A
.
Guideline
Dimension
A
5 mm (0.2 in)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 246)
– Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the
screws.
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