Triumph Daytona 955i, Service Manual

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BLEEDING THE FRONT BRAKES, RENEWING
BRAKE FLUID
Note the original setting of the brake lever
adjuster in order that it can be returned to the
same position when the bleeding operation is
complete. Set the brake lever adjuster to
position No.1.
1. Adjuster
2. Remove the rubber cap from the bleed nipple on
the right hand caliper.
3. Attach a transparent tube to the bleed nipple.
1. Bleed Nipple
2. Spanner
3. Bleed Tube
4. Container
4. Place the other end of the tube in a suitable
receptacle containing new brake fluid.
5. Turn the handlebars to bring the fluid reservoir to
a level position.
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Arrowed — Safety Clip
6. Remove the safety clip from the brake reservoir
cover.
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WARNING: Ensure absolute cleanliness
when adding brake fluid to the brake fluid
reservoir. Do not allow moisture or debris to enter
the cylinder as this will adversely affect the fluid
properties. Always use fluid from a sealed
container and do not use fluid from a container
which has been opened for any period of time.
Always check for fluid leakage around hydraulic
fittings and for damage to hoses.
A dangerous riding condition leading to an
accident could result if this warning is ignored.
CAUTION: To prevent body damage, do
• not spill brake fluid onto any area of the
bodywork.
7. Carefully remove the reservoir cover taking care
not to spill any fluid.
8. Check the condition of the sealing diaphragm for
the reservoir. Replace if necessary.
9. Release the bleed nipple.
WARNING: Use only D.O.T. 4
specification brake fluid as listed in the
general information section of this manual. The
use of brake fluids other than those D.O.T. 4 fluids
listed in the general information section may
reduce the efficiency of the braking system
leading to an accident.
Observe the brake fluid handling warnings given
earlier in this section of the manual.
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