16 BRAKE SYSTEM
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Pull off protection cap
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of the brake caliper bleeder
screw. Connect the bleeder bottle hose.
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Bleeding device (00029013100) (
!el
p. 303)
Open bleeder screw
(D
by approx. one half turn.
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Drain until fresh brake fluid emerges in the bleeder
bottle hose without bubbles.
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Tighten the bleeder screw.
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Close shut-off valve
8.
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Open the bleeder screw again until brake fluid stops
emerging.
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Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir is prevented.
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Tighten the bleeder screw. Remove the bleeder bottle
hose. Attach the protection cap.
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Disconnect the bleeding device. Remove the bleeder
cover.
- Add brake fluid up to level (9.
Guideline
Level (9 (brake fluid level 5 mm (0.2 in)
below reservoir rim)
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Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
!el
p. 298)
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Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten
the screws.
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Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immedi
ately with water.
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Check the hand brake lever for a firm pressure point.
Checking the brake linings of the rear brake
Warning
Danger of accidents
Worn-out brake linings reduce the braking effect.
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Ensure that worn-out brake linings are replaced immediately.