Harley Davidson 2010 Softail Models. Service manual — page 3

BRAKES
FLUID INSPECTION

Acaution
Direct contact of D.O.T. 4 brake fluid with eyes can cause irritation. Avoid eye contact. In case of eye contact flush with large amounts of water and get medical attention. Swallowing large amounts of D.O.T. 4 brake fluid can cause digestive discomfort. If swallowed, obtain medical attention. Use in well ventilated area. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. (00240a)
CAUTION
D.O.T. 4 brake fluid will damage painted and body panel surfaces it comes in contact with. Always use caution and protect surfaces from spills whenever brake work is performed. Failure to comply can result in cosmetic damage. (00239b)

1. See Figure 1 -30. Check level in rear brake master cylinder reservoir. Level should be 1/4 ± 1/8 in. (6.35 ±3.18 mm) below the gasket surface.
CAUTION
Do not allow dirt or debris to enter the master cylinder reservoir. Dirt or debris in the reservoir can cause improper operation and equipment damage. (00205c)

2. See Figure 1 -31. Check level in front brake master cylinder reservoir. Level should be 1/4 ± 1/8 in. (6.35 ±3.18 mm) below the gasket surface.

3. Install gaskets and covers. Tighten reservoir cover screws to the following torques.

a. Front cover screws: 12-15 in-lbs (1.4-1.7 Nm).

b. Rear cover screws: 6-8 in-lbs (0.7-0.9 Nm).

After repairing the brake system, test brakes at low speed. If brakes are not operating properly, testing at high speeds can cause loss of control, which could result in death or serious injury. (00289a)

4. Front brake hand lever and rear brake foot pedal must have a firm feel when applied. If not, bleed system using only D.O.T. 4 BRAKE FLUID. See 1.16 BLEEDING BRAKES.