12. FRONT WHEEL/FRONT BRAKE/ FRONT SUSPENSION MOVIE SYSTEM Upper Limit HYDRAULIC BRAKE (FRONT BRAKE) BRAKE FLUID REPLACEMENT/AIR BLEEDING Check the brake fluid level on level ground. · When operating the brake lever, the brake reservoir cap must be tightened securely to avoid splash of brake fluid. · When servicing the brake system, use shop towels to cover plastic parts and coated surfaces to avoid damage caused by splash of brake fluid. Lower Limit BRAKE FLUID BLEEDING Front Brake Caliper In order to avoid spilling brake fluid, connect a transparent hose to the bleed valve. Warning Spilled brake fluid on brake pads or brake disk reduces stopping power. Clean the brake pads and brake disk with a high-performance brake degreaser. Fully apply the brake lever and then loosen the brake caliper bleed valve to drain the brake fluid until there is no air bubbles in Bleed Valve the brake fluid. Then, tighten the bleed valve. Repeat these steps until the brake system is free of air. BRAKE FLUID REFILLING Add DOT-3 brake fluid to the brake reservoir. · When bleeding, be careful not to allow air in the brake reservoir flowing into the brake system. · When using a brake bleeder, follow the manufacturer`s instructions. · Never use dirty or unspecified brake fluid or mix different brake fluids Brake Pad Pins be-cause it will damage the brake Make sure to bleed air from the brake system. BRAKE PAD/DISK REPLACEMENT The brake pads must be replaced as a set to ensure the balance of the brake disk. Remove the two bolts attaching the brake caliper. Remove the brake caliper. Remove the brake pad pin to remove the Front Brake Caliper brake pads. 12-8