Removing and installing rear master brake cylinder – BMW K 1100 LT/RS User Manual

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Removing and installing rear master
brake cylinder

Drain brake system.

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Caution:

Ensure brake fluid does not come in contact with
painted parts of the vehicle; brake fluid destroys the
paintwork.

Release brake line (1) at master brake
cylinder (2).

Remove footrest plate.

Release master brake cylinder (2).

Note spacer sleeve (3); spring is under pressure.

Open clip (4) on the supply line, detach line.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Caution:

Carefully bleed brake system.

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Tightening torques:

Master brake cylinder..................................... 9 Nm
Brake line to master brake cylinder .............. 18 Nm

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