12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS
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12.46 Changing the hydraulic clutch fluid
Warning
Skin irritation Brake fluid causes skin irritation.
– Keep brake fluid out of the reach of children.
– Wear suitable protective clothing and safety glasses.
– Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with the skin, the eyes or clothing.
– Consult a doctor immediately if brake fluid has been swallowed.
– Rinse the affected area with plenty of water in the event of contact with the skin.
– Rinse eyes thoroughly with water immediately and consult a doctor if brake fluid comes into contact
with the eyes.
– If brake fluid spills on to your clothing, change the clothing.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with
the applicable regulations.
Info
Never use DOT 5 brake fluid. It is silicone-based and purple in color. Oil seals and clutch lines are not
designed for DOT 5 brake fluid.
Avoid contact between brake fluid and painted parts. Brake fluid attacks paint.
Only use clean brake fluid from a sealed container.
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– Move the clutch fluid reservoir mounted on the handlebar to a
horizontal position.
–
Remove screws
1
.
–
Remove cover
2
with membrane
3
.
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–
Fill bleeding syringe
4
with the appropriate hydraulic fluid.
Bleed syringe (50329050000)
Brake fluid DOT 4 / DOT 5.1 ( p. 160)
–
On the clutch slave cylinder, remove bleeder screw
5
and
mount bleeding syringe
4
.
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