Changing the brake fluid, front
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Open the bleed nipple, approximately one turn.
Press in the brake caliper piston to the bottom of the caliper. Use G-clamp as shown. Leave the G-clamp in pushed in position.
Press down the brake pedal to the limit position. Keep it pressed down for approximately 2 seconds before releasing it. Repeat this until new brake fluid enters.
Close the bleed nipple when the brake pedal is fully depressed.
Remove:
- the hose. Install the protective cap
- the G-clamp from the brake caliper.
Finishing work, front
See Finishing work .