12 BRAKE SYSTEM
96
Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not
designed for DOT 5 brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
Preparatory work
–
Check the front brake linings. (
V01535-10
Main work
(All FC models)
–
Move the brake reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
–
Remove screws
1
.
–
Take off cover
2
with membrane
3
.
–
Add brake fluid to level
A
.
Guideline
Level
A
(brake fluid level
below reservoir rim)
5 mm (0.2 in)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
–
Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten
the screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immedi-
ately with water.
H02360-10
(FX 450)
–
Move the brake reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
–
Remove screws
1
.
–
Take off cover
2
with membrane
3
.
–
Add brake fluid to level
A
.
Guideline
Level
A
(brake fluid level
below reservoir rim)
5 mm (0.2 in)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 (
–
Position the cover with the membrane. Mount and tighten
the screws.
Info
Clean up overflowed or spilled brake fluid immedi-
ately with water.
