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CHK
ADJ
BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM
BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE
SYSTEM
WARNING
Bleed the hydraulic brake system when-
ever:
• the brake system was disassembled,
• a brake hose was loosened, disconnected
or replaced,
• the brake fluid level is very low,
• brake operation is faulty.
NOTE:
• Be careful not to spill any brake fluid or allow
the brake fluid reservoir to overflow.
• When bleeding the hydraulic brake system,
make sure that there is always enough brake
fluid before applying the brake.Ignoring this
precaution could allow air to enter the
hydraulic brake system, considerably length-
ening 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 disap-
peared.
1. Bleed:
• hydraulic brake system
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a. Fill the brake fluid reservoir to the proper
level with the recommended brake fluid.
b. Install the master cylinder reservoir dia-
phragm.
c. Connect a clear plastic hose
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tightly to the
bleed screw
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d. Place the other end of the hose into a con-
tainer.
e. Slowly apply the brake several times.
f. Fully squeeze the brake lever and hold it in
position.
g. Loosen the bleed screw.
NOTE:
Loosening the bleed screw will release the
pressure and cause the brake lever to contact
the throttle grip to fully extend.
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