2.9 Check And Replace Brake Fluid
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CHECK AND REPLACE BRAKE FLUID 2.9
CHECK BRAKE FLUID LEVEL • Flush brake system and replace Harley-Davidson Platinum
Label DOT 4 Brake Fluid (41800xxx) fluid every two years
or sooner if brake fluid test shows moisture content is 3%
PART NUMBER TOOL NAME
or greater.
HD-48497-A DOT 4 BRAKE FLUID MOISTURE
TESTER • Fluid should never need to be added or removed from the
system during normal wear, except for fluid replacement as
FASTENER TORQUE VALUE specified in the maintenance schedule.
Brake master cylinder, front, 5-7 in-lbs 0.6-0.8 N·m
I • Fluid level in reservoir will decrease with brake wear.
reservoir cover screws Reservoir volume is adequate to provide fluid to the wear
limits of the pads and rotors.
CONSUMABLE PART NUMBER
Harley-Davidson 41800xxx 1. Set motorcycle upright. Verify that the fluid in the reservoir
Platinum Label is level. See Secure the Motorcycle for Service
DOT 4 Brake Fluid (Page 2-2).
A WARNING 2. Front master cylinder reservoir:See Figure 2-14.
Clean reservoir filler cap or cover before removing. Use
only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container. a. Remove screws (1).
Contaminated fluid can adversely affect braking or clutch
disengagement, which could result in death or serious b. Remove cover (2).
injury. (00504d)
c. Check fluid level is above minimum mark (4) on side
A WARNING of reservoir (3).
Contact with DOT 4 brake fluid can have serious health d. If fluid is low, fill to appropriate level.
effects. Failure to wear proper skin and eye protection
could result in death or serious injury. e. Install cover (2).
• If inhaled: Keep calm, remove to fresh air, seek medical f. Install screws (1). Tighten.
attention.
Torque: 5-7 in-lbs (0.6-0.8 N·m) Brake master
• If on skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse skin cylinder, front, reservoir cover screws
immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. If
irritation develops, seek medical attention. 3. Rear master cylinder reservoir:See Figure 2-15.
• If in eyes: Wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes
under running water with eye lids held open. If irritation a. Remove cover (1).
develops, seek medical attention.
b. Check fluid level is above minimum mark (3) on side
• If swallowed: Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of of reservoir (2).
water. Do not induce vomiting. Contact Poison Control.
Immediate medical attention required. c. If fluid is low, fill to appropriate level.
d. Install cover. Hand tighten.
• See Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for more details available
at sds.harley-davidson.com
(00240e) 4. If fluid level was below minimum mark:
NOTICE
a. Check for brake system fluid leaks.
DOT 4 brake fluid will damage painted and body panel
surfaces it comes in contact with. Always use caution and b. Check that brake pads and rotors are properly
protect surfaces from spills whenever brake work is installed and not worn beyond service wear limits.
performed. Failure to comply can result in cosmetic See INSPECT BRAKES (Page 2-13).
damage. (00239c)
5. Verify front brake hand lever and rear brake foot pedal
NOTICE have a firm feel when applied. If brakes are not firm, the
brake system must be bled. See BLEED BRAKES
(Page 3-49).
Do not allow dirt or debris to enter the master cylinder
reservoir. Dirt or debris in the reservoir can cause improper
operation and equipment damage. (00205c)
NOTE
• At every service, check moisture content of fluid using DOT
4 BRAKE FLUID MOISTURE TESTER (PART NUMBER:
HD-48497-A). Follow the instructions included with tool.
1550783
1. Reservoir cover
2. Reservoir
1. Screw (2)
3. Minimum level
2. Reservoir cover
3. Reservoir Figure 2-15. Rear Master Cylinder Reservoir
4. Minimum level DRAIN AND REPLACE FLUID
Figure 2-14. Front Master Cylinder Reservoir
For this scheduled maintenance procedure, see BLEED
BRAKES (Page 3-49).
INSPECT BRAKE LINES
Inspect brake lines for leaks, contact or abrasion.
Table 2-9. Brake Line Inspection
LINE TYPE INSPECTION REMEDY
Steel lines No marks
Slight mark in paint or plating•
Okay/Monitor
Copper colored-painUplating worn off*
Silver colored base material-no noticeable feel of wear*
Silver colored base material-noticeable feel of wear*
Replace
Brake fluid leak or other damage
Flexible lines No marks
Okay/Monitor
Slight dent In protective cover or flattening of ribs*
Worn through protective cover or to bottom of ribs
Replace
Brake fluid leak or other damage
Protective cover No marks
(steel, rubber, plastic or braided) Slight dent in covering* Okay/Monitor
Slight dent or flattening of plastic covering*
Worn or cut-through covering-exposed brake line material
Replace
Brake fluid leak or other damage
• If there is line contact, reposition the line. If base material Is visible, prevent corrosion with touch-up paint.
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