PIAGGIO ZIP 100 4T, Manual

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Checkingthebrakeoillevel (03_11, 03_12)
The brake fluid reservoir is fitted with a sight-glass " A "; the amount of brake fluid seen
through this glass shows the level of fluid contained in the reservoir.
When the sight glass « A » is full, the level inside the reservoir exceeds the Min mark,
when it is partially full, the level is slightly below the Min, when it is completely empty,
the level is below the minimum.
The brake fluid level may fall due to wear on the brake pads. Should the level be below
the minimum, the customer is advised to contact an
Authorised Piaggio Service
Centre for a thorough check of the braking system. To adjust the level follow the
instructions below. Unscrew the screw « B » and remove the plastic cover, unscrew
the 2 screws « C », lift the brake fluid reservoir cover« D » and add as much fluid as
necessary, (the fluid level must always be above the minimum level mark).
Check these levels with the reservoir in a horizontal position, i.e. with the handlebars
straight and the scooter perfectly level. Do not tilt the vehicle.
CAUTION
TOP-UPS SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED OUT WITH DOT4 CLASSIFIED BRAKE
FLUID.
CAUTION
THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HIGHLY CORROSIVE. THEREFORE, WHEN
TOPPING UP, AVOID LETTING IT COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE PAINTED
PARTS OF THE VEHICLE. THE BRAKING CIRCUIT FLUID IS HYGROSCOPIC,
THAT IS, IT ABSORBS HUMIDITY FROM THE SURROUNDING AIR. IF MOISTURE
CONTAINED IN THE BRAKE FLUID EXCEEDS A CERTAIN VALUE, THIS WILL
RESULT IN INEFFICIENT BRAKING.
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