Yamaha XT660R(S) Automobile User Manual


 
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CHAS
FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
2. Install:
right side heel plate
copper washers
brake hose 1
union bolt 2
WARNING
_
Proper brake hose routing is essential to
insure safe motorcycle operation. Refer to
CABLE ROUTING in chapter 2.
CAUTION:
_
When installing the brake hose onto the
brake master cylinder, make sure the brake
pipe touches the projection
a
as shown.
3. Fill:
brake fluid reservoir
(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended brake fluid)
WARNING
_
Use only the designated brake fluid.
Other brake fluids may cause the rubber
seals to deteriorate, causing leakage and
poor brake performance.
Refill with the same type of brake fluid
that is already in the system. Mixing
brake fluids may result in a harmful
chemical reaction, leading to poor brake
performance.
When refilling, be careful that water does
not enter the brake fluid reservoir. Water
will significantly lower the boiling point of
the brake fluid and could cause vapor
lock.
CAUTION:
_
Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces
and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean
up any spilt brake fluid immediately.
Recommended brake fluid
DOT 4
T
R
.
.
23 Nm (2.3 m · kg, 17 ft · lb)
New
1
2
a
T
R
.
.
30 Nm (3.0 m · kg, 22 ft · lb)