Bleeding rear brake circuit/changing brake fluid • Check the function of the brake system. • [ABS] Begin by bleeding the pressure modula- tor. Brake fluid grade .........................................DOT 4 X Tightening torque: Bleed screw in rear brake caliper ................... 6 Nm Brake caliper to rear wheel drive .................. 40 Nm a .............. See Additional information for [ABS] • Remove reservoir cover. MAX MIN R21000120 • Top up the brake fluid level to the “MAX” mark. e Caution: Do not allow brake fluid to come into contact with painted parts of the motorcycle as brake fluid de- stroys paint. • Remove the brake caliper. • Remove the inner brake pad.
• Move the brake caliper to a horizontal position. 34 1 500 R21000300 • Using resetting tool, BMW No. 34 1 500 , force the pistons fully back. • Connect the brake bleeding device and open the bleed screw. • Draw off brake fluid until it emerges clear and free from air bubbles. e Caution: While bleeding the system, do not allow the brake fluid level to drop below the “MIN” mark, as other- wise air will be drawn into the brake system. Bleed the system again if this happens. • Close the bleed screw. • Top up the brake fluid until the level reaches the “MAX” mark. • Assembly is the reverse of the disassembly pro- cedure. 00.33