CHASSIS/BRAKES/FINAL DRIVE
5.12
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Master Cylinder Inspection and Replacing Cartridge Subassembly
5.
Remove master cylinder from switch pack and
handlebar.
CAUTION:
Remove switch pack wires from the master cylinder
housing with extreme care and note where they are
routed for later installation.
6.
Remove master cylinder cover screws and cover.
Pour out the fluid in the resrevoir into a container.
Unscrew the brake fluid line from the master
cylinder outlet using a shop cloth to catch the
remaining fluid. Drain the fluid from the brake line
into the aforementioned container and discard the
fluid.
Inspection
NOTE: Due to the critical nature of these parts and pro-
cedures, be sure you have thoroughly read and under-
stand Hydraulic Brake Operation, page.
1.
Thoroughly clean all brake parts with isopropyl
alcohol and either wipe dry with a clean lint free
cloth or lightly blow dry with an air hose. Examine
all parts carefully for signs of excessive wear,
damage, or corrosion. Replace any parts found to
be damaged.
Check park lever spring for
breakage.
Replacing Cartridge Subassembly
1.
Remove master cylinder assembly as described
previously.
2.
To remove the lever from the housing, squeeze the
lever handle and actuate the parking brake lever
enough distance for the head of the pivot pin to
clear the park brake lever.
3.
Squeeze the two spring tabs on the end of the pivot
pin at the same time pushing the pivot pin up
throught the hole. Remove the pivot pin and the
lever.