HONDA V45 HYDRAULIC BRAKE BRAKE FLUID REPLACEMENT/ AIR BLEEDING Check the fluid level with the fluid reservoir parallel to the ground. CAUTION: Install the diaphragm on the reservoir when operating the brake lever. Failure to do so will allow brake fluid to squirt out of the reservoir during brake operation. Avoid spilling fluid on painted surfaces. Place a rag over the fuel tank whenever the system is serviced. LOWER LEVEL BRAKE FLUID DRAINING Connect a bleed hose to the bleed valve. Loosen the caliper bleed valve and pump the brake lever. Stop operating the lever when fluid stops flowing out of the bleed valve. WARNING A contaminated brake disc or pad reduces stopping power. Discard contaminated pads and clean a contaminated disc with a high quality brake degreasing agent. BRAKE FLUID FILLING NOTE Do not mix different types of fluid since they are not be compatible. Close the bleed valve, fill the reservoir, and install the diaphragm. To prevent piston overtravel and brake fluid seepage, keep a 20 mm (3/4 in) spacer between the handlebar grip and lever when bleeding the front brake system. Pump up the system pressure with the lever until there are no air bubbles in the fluid flowing out of the reservoir small hole and lever resistance is felt. 273 Date of Issue: May, 1982 0 HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. 16-3