FRONT AND REAR BRAKES 17-12
MASTER CYLINDER
FRONT MASTER CYLINDER REMOVAL AND
DISASSEMBLY
• Drain brake fluid. ($17-4)
• Place a rag under the brake hose union bolt
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1 to catch spilled
brake fluid.
• Disconnect the brake hose by removing the union bolt
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1.
• Remove the master cylinder
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2 by removing the master cylin-
der holder bolts.
NOTE:
Mark the paint mark to the matching surface of master cylinder
holder and handlebars.
• Remove the boot
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3.
• Remove the brake lever
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4.
" WARNING
Brake fluid can be hazardous to humans and pets.
Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if swallowed, and harm-
ful if it comes in contact with your skin or eyes.
Keep brake fluid away from children. Call your doctor
immediately if brake fluid is swallowed, and induce
vomiting. Flush eyes or skin with water if brake fluid
gets in eyes or comes in contact with skin.
" WARNING
The use of any fluid except DOT 4 brake fluid from a
sealed container can damage the brake system and
lead to an accident.
Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container.
Never use or mix different types of brake fluid.
CAUTION
Spilled brake fluid can damage painted surfaces and
plastic parts.
Be careful not to spill any fluid when filling the brake
fluid reservoir. Wipe spilled fluid up immediately.