Yamaha 1998 FZS600 5DM1-AE1, Service Manual

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FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
CHAS
CAUTION:
Use only the designated brake fluid.
Other brake fluids may cause the
rubber seals to deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor brake performance.
Refill with the same type of brake fluid
that is already in the system. Mixing
brake fluids may result in a harmful
chemical reaction, leading to poor
brake performance.
When refilling, be careful that water
does not enter the reservoir. Water will
significantly lower the boiling point of
the brake fluid and could cause vapor
lock.
Brake fluid may damage painted
surfaces and plastic parts. Therefore,
always clean up any spilt brake fluid
immediately.
3. Bleed:
brake system
Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC
BRAKE SYSTEM” in chapter 3.
4. Check:
brake fluid level
Below the minimum level mark
a
Add
the recommended brake fluid to the proper
level.
Refer to “CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL” in chapter 3.
5. Adjust:
brake pedal position
a
Refer to “ADJUSTING THE REAR
BRAKE” in chapter 3.
Brake pedal position (below
the top of the rider footrest)
36.6 mm
6. Adjust:
rear brake light operation timing
Refer to “ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE
LICHT SWITCH” in chapter 3.