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Brake Fluid Reservoir

Brake Fluid Reservoir

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Removal and Installation

WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.

1. Using a suitable tool, remove the brake fluid from the brake fluid reservoir.
2. Remove the brake fluid reservoir pin.
^ To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).

3. NOTE: Use new seals provided with a new brake fluid reservoir.

Remove the brake fluid reservoir and discard the seals.
^ When installing the brake fluid reservoir, lubricate the new seals with brake fluid.
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.