Subsection 02 (PERIODIC MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES)
Verifying the Brake Fluid Reservoir
Level
With vehicle on a level surface, check brake fluid
in reservoirs for proper level.
NOTE:
A low level may indicate leaks or worn
brake pads.
Front Brake Reservoir
Turn steering in the straight-ahead position to en-
sure reservoir is level.
Check the brake fluid level, the reservoir is full
when the fluid reaches of the top of window.
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Visually inspect lever boot condition.
Check for cracks, tears, etc. Replace if damaged.
Rear Brake Reservoir
Remove the seat.
With vehicle on a level surface, liquid should be
between MIN. and MAX. level marks of brake
pedal fluid reservoir.
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1. Rear brake fluid reservoir
Adding Brake Fluid
Clean filler cap.
WARNING
Clean filler cap before removing.
Remove screws retaining the reservoir cap.
Remove reservoir cap.
Add fluid as required using a clean funnel.
Do not
overfill.
NOTICE
Brake
fluid
can
damage
plastic
and painted surface. Wipe off and clean any
spillage.
Reinstall reservoir cap and tighten screws.
NOTE:
Ensure filler cap diaphragm is pushed in-
side the cap before closing the brake fluid reser-
voir.
Inspecting and Cleaning the Brake
System
NOTICE
Do not clean brake components in
petroleum based solvent. Use brake system
cleaner only. Soiled brake pads must be re-
placed with new ones.
To clean parts from the brake system, use the fol-
lowing recommended products or an equivalent.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCT
For United States of
America
XPS BRAKES AND
PARTS CLEANER (USA)
(P/N 219 701 705)
For all other countries
XPS BRAKES AND
PARTS CLEANER
(P/N 219 701 776)
Brake Pads
1. Measure brake pad lining thickness.
BRAKE PAD MINIMUM THICKNESS
1 mm (1/32 in)
NOTE:
The brake pad grooves are wear indica-
tors.
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BRAKE PAD GROOVE
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