17
CLUTCH
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17.1
Checking/rectifying the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch
Info
The fluid level rises with increasing wear of the clutch lining disc.
Do not use brake fluid.
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
B01956-10
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Remove screws
.
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Remove cover
with membrane
.
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Check the fluid level.
Fluid level under top level of container
4 mm (0.16 in)
» If the level of the coolant does not meet specifications:
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Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
Hydraulic fluid (15) (
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.
17.2
Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid
Warning
Environmental hazard
Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
202086-10
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Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a horizontal position.
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Remove screws
.
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Remove cover
with membrane
.
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Fill bleeding syringe
with the appropriate hydraulic fluid.
Bleed syringe (50329050000) (
Hydraulic fluid (15) (
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On the clutch slave cylinder, remove bleeder screw
and mount bleeding
syringe
.
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Inject the liquid into the system until it escapes from hole
of the master cylin-
der without bubbles.
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To prevent overflow, drain fluid occasionally from the master cylinder reservoir.
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Remove the bleeding syringe. Mount and tighten the bleeder screw.
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Correct the fluid level of the hydraulic clutch.
Guideline
Fluid level below top edge of container
4 mm (0.16 in)
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten the screws.