9.12
6. Close bleeder screw and release brake lever.
NOTE
Do not release lever before bleeder screw is tight or air
may be drawn into caliper.
7. Repeat procedure until clean fluid appears in bleeder
hose and all air has been purged. Add fluid as
necessary to maintain level in reservoir.
CAUTION
Maintain at least 1/2” (1.27 cm) of brake fluid in the
reservoir to prevent air from entering the master
cylinder.
8. Tighten bleeder screw securely and remove bleeder
hose. Torque bleeder screw to specification.
TORQUE
Bleeder Screw:
47 in. lbs (5 Nm)
9. Repeat the procedure on the two remaining front
calipers.
10. Add DOT 4 brake fluid to .25” - .30” (6 - 8 mm) from
the top of the reservoir.
11. Install diaphragm, cover and screws. Torque the
screws to 7 in-lbs (0.8 Nm).
12. Proceed to “Rear Brake System Bleeding” to
complete bleeding procedure.
REAR BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING
1. Remove the front rack or front storage box and
locate the foot brake fluid reservoir for the foot
master cylinder.
2. Thoroughly clean the fluid reservoir cover before
removal.
3. Remove the cap and diaphragm from the reservoir
and verify fluid level is at the MAX level mark.
4. If changing fluid, remove old fluid from reservoir with
a Mity Vac (PN 2870975) or similar tool.
5. Using a funnel, add brake fluid to the MAX level mark
on the reservoir.
BRAKE SYSTEM
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