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12. Brake System (Disk
Brake)
Brake System Hose
Make sure the brake hoses contain no
corrosion or leaking oil.
Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid level in the brake fluid
reservoir. If the level is lower than the
LOWER limit, add brake fluid to UPPER
limit. Also check brake system for
leaking if low brake level found.
Caution
In order to maintain brake fluid in the
reservoir in horizontal position, do not
remove the cap until handle stop.
Do not operate the brake lever after the
cap had been removed. Otherwise, the
brake fluid will spread out if operate the
lever. Do not mix non-compatible brake
fluid together.
Filling Out Brake Fluid
Tighten the drain valve, and add brake
fluid. Operate the brake lever so that
brake fluid contents fill inside the brake
system hoses.
Air Bleed Operation
Connect a transparent hose to draining
valve. Hold the brake lever and open air
bleeding valve. Perform this operation
alternative until there is no air inside the
brake system hoses.
Caution
Before closing the air bleed valve, do
not release the brake lever.
Added Brake Fluid
Add brake fluid to UPPER limit lever.
Recommended brake fluid: DOT3 or
DOT4 brake fluid.
Caution
Never mix or use dirty brake fluid to
prevent from damaging brake system or
reducing brake performance.
Summary of Contents for Patriot 430
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