Yamaha 2XJ-AE3, Service Manual

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CHAS
FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
6.Fill:
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Brake master cylinder reservoir tank
CAUTION:
Brake fluid may erode painted surfaces of
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
WARNING
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Use only the recommended brake fluid.
Other brake fluids may cause the rubber
seals to deteriorate, causing leakage and
poor brake performance.
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Refill with the same type of brake fluid:
mixing brake fluids may result in a harm-
ful chemical reaction and lead to poor
performance.
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Be careful that water does not enter the
master cylinder when refilling. Water will
significantly lower the boiling point of the
brake fluid and may result in vapor lock.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
7.Air bleed:
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Brake system
Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC
BRAKE SYSTEM”.
8.Check:
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Brake fluid level
Fluid level is below the “LOWER” level line
→
Add the recommended brake fluid to the
proper level.
Refer to “CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL”.