Yamaha YZF-R6T - Periodic Checks and Adjustments; Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System

CHK
ADJ
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EAS00135
PERIODIC CHECKS AND
ADJUSTMENTS
BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE
SYSTEM
WARNING
Bleed the hydraulic brake system when-
ever:
• the system is disassembled.
• a brake hose is loosened, disconnected or
replaced.
• the brake fluid level is very low.
• brake operation is faulty.
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• Be careful not to spill any brake fluid or allow
the brake fluid reservoir to overflow.
• When bleeding the hydraulic brake system,
make sure there is always enough brake fluid
before applying the brake. Ignoring this pre-
caution could allow air to enter the hydraulic
brake system, considerably lengthening the
bleeding procedure.
• If bleeding is difficult, it may be necessary to
let the brake fluid settle for a few hours.
Repeat the bleeding procedure when the tiny
bubbles in the hose have disappeared.
1. Bleed:
• hydraulic brake system
a. Fill the brake fluid reservoir to the proper
level with the recommended brake fluid.
b. Install the brake fluid reservoir diaphragm.
c. Connect a clear plastic hose tightly to
the bleed screw .
Front brake master cylinder
Front brake caliper
Rear brake caliper
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Bleeding order of the front hydraulic brake sys-
tem is the following order:
1. front brake master cylinder.
2. front brake calipers.
3. front brake master cylinder.
d. Place the other end of the hose into a con-
tainer.
e. Slowly apply the brake several times.
BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM
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