2-32BRAKE PAD INSPECTION/BRAKE HOSE INSPECTION/AIR BLEEDING (HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM) INSPADJWARNINGBRAKE PAD INSPECTION1. Apply the brake lever.2. Inspect: Brake pad wear aWear indicator 1 nearly contacts the brakedisc Replace as a set.Wear limit:7.5 mm (0.30 in)BRAKE HOSE INSPECTION1. Inspect: Brake hoseCracks/damage/wear Replace.2. Check: Fluid leakageApply the brake lever several times.Fluid leakage Replace the defective parts.AIR BLEEDING(HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM)Bleed the brake system in the followingcases: The system has been disassembled. A brake hose is loosened or removed. The brake fluid has been very low. Brake operation is faulty.If the brake system is not properly bled aloss of braking performance may occur.1. Bleed: Brake systemAir bleeding steps: Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir with theproper brake fluid. Install the diaphragm. Be careful not to spillany fluid or allow the brake master cylinderreservoir to overflow. Connect clear plastic hoses 1 tightly to thebrake caliper bleed screws 2 . Place the other ends of the hoses in a contain-er.
