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BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM
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BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE
SYSTEM
WARNING
WARNING
Bleed the hydraulic brake system when-
ever:
• the brake system was disassembled,
• a brake hose was loosened, discon-
nected, or replaced,
• the brake fluid level is very low,
• brake operation is faulty.
1. Remove:
• muffler
• muffler bracket 1
2. Remove:
• plastic clamps 1
NOTE:
• Be careful not to spill any brake fluid or
allow the brake master cylinder reservoir
or brake fluid reservoir to overflow.
• When bleeding the hydraulic brake sys-
tem, make sure there is always enough
brake fluid before applying the brake.
Ignoring this precaution could allow air to
enter the hydraulic brake system, consid-
erably lengthening the bleeding proce-
dure.
• 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.
3. 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 diaphragm (brake master cyl-
inder reservoir or brake fluid reservoir).
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