14 BRAKE SYSTEM 123
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid! It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and brake lines are not designed for DOT 5 brake
fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint!
Use only clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
Preparatory work
– Check the brake linings of the rear brake. ( p. 124)
500319-10
Main work
– Stand the vehicle upright.
–
Remove screw cap
with membrane
.
–
Add brake fluid to the MAX mark
.
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 196)
–
Mount and tighten screw cap
with membrane
.
Info
Clean up overflowed or split brake fluid immediately with water.