Yamaha FJR1300R, Service Manual

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CHAS
2. Fill:
• clutch master cylinder reservoir
(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended clutch fluid)
WARNING
@
• Use only the designated clutch fluid.
Other clutch fluids may cause the rubber
seals to deteriorate, causing leakage and
poor clutch performance.
• Refill with the same type of clutch fluid
that is already in the system. Mixing
clutch fluids may result in a harmful
chemical reaction, leading to poor clutch
performance.
• When refilling, be careful that water does
not enter the clutch fluid reservoir. Water
will significantly lower the boiling point of
the clutch fluid and could cause vapor
lock.
CAUTION:
@
Clutch fluid may damage painted surfaces
or plastic parts. Therefore, always clean up
any spilt clutch fluid immediately.
3. Bleed:
• clutch system
Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC
CLUTCH SYSTEM” in chapter 3.
Recommended clutch fluid
Brake fluid DOT 4
4. Check:
• clutch fluid level
Below the minimum level mark
a
→
Add
the recommended clutch fluid to the proper
level.
Refer to “CHECKING THE CLUTCH FLUID
LEVEL” in chapter 3.
HYDRAULIC CLUTCH