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CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL/
CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE PADS
2. Check:
• brake fluid level
Below the minimum level mark 1 → Add
the recommended brake fluid to the proper
level.
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Front brake
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Rear brake
WARNING
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• Use only the designated brake fluid.
Other brake fluids may cause the rubber
seals to deteriorate, causing leakage and
poor brake performance.
• Refill with the same type of brake fluid
that is already in the system. Mixing
brake fluids may result in a harmful
chemical reaction, leading to poor brake
performance.
• When refilling, be careful that water does
not enter the brake fluid reservoir. Water
will significantly lower the boiling point of
the brake fluid and could cause vapor
lock.
CAUTION:
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Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces
and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean
up any spilt brake fluid immediately.
NOTE:
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In order to ensure a correct reading of the
brake fluid level, make sure that the top of the
brake fluid reservoir is horizontal.
Recommended brake fluid
DOT 4
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1
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EBS00088
CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE PADS
1. Remove:
• front wheels
Refer to “FRONT AND REAR WHEELS” in
chapter 7.