Chapter 3 – Maintenance
Service manual AJP PR3/PR4 3 - 29
If the pads are not worn, check that there
is no leak in the braking system, if there
is, it should be purged to eliminate air
bubbles.
After this check, add DOT4 brake fluid if
necessary to restore the level.
Front brake:
Unscrew the cover fixing screws (1).
Remove the reservoir lid (2) and the pump
diaphragm.
Add DOT4 brake fluid up to the upper pump
level mark.
Rear brake:
Remove the cover fixing screws (1).
Remove the tank lid (2) and the pump
diaphragm;
Add DOT4 brake fluid up to the upper pump
level mark.
! WARNING !
Do not remove the cap from the front or rear
brake while the handlebar is not in a position
where the reservoir is level and the
motorcycle upright.
Avoid acting the brake lever with the cover
removed. The brake oil will spill if the lever is
actuated.
Do not mix oils, since they may not be
compatible.
Avoid spilling oil on painted parts, plastic or
rubber. Place a cover in those parts whenever
an intervention in the braking system is made.
Wear of the brake pads
Front brake:
Visually inspect the pads beneath the caliper
to determine the wear.
Replace the brake pads if the wear line in the
pads reach the edge of the brake disc (1).
Rear brake:
Visually inspect the pads behind the caliper
to determine the wear.
Replace the brake pads if the wear line in the
pads reach the edge of the brake disc (1).