Arctic Cat 2008 400 4x4, Operator'S Manual

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q NOTE
Further information on how to
maintain the hydraulic brake system
can be found in the Service booklet.
The brake fl uid is the most important
part of the system. Keep an eye on
the right level. If there’s some kind of
dirt in the brake system or the brake
fl uid, the fl uid has to be changed.
(Impurities in the brake fl uid lower
the boiling point).
1. Never „ride“ the brake. Even
maintaining minimal pressure on
the brake will cause the brake pads
to drag on the disc.
2. The service brake is the main
brake for the ATV.
3. In order to stop the vehicle,
release the throttle control and push
the brake pedal.
4. The left hand brake lever
disposes of a detent used to block
the whole hydraulic system. When
using the detent, the wheels are
blocked additionally.
!! WARNING !!
Excessive repetitive use of the
hydraulic brake for high speed
stops will cause overheating of the
brake fl uid and premature brake pad
wear.
!! WARNING !!
Use only DOT 4 brake liquid. Don’t
use several types of brake liquids
which may result in an unexpected
loss of brakes. Before starting your
ATV check the brake liquid level and
the state of the brake pads.
Parking
Please observe the following points:
• After the ATV stops, shift into
neutral.
• Turn off the engine.
• Try to park only on level surfaces.
If you have to park on a hill, shift the
ATV into low gear.
• Engage the mechanic parking
brake. (right hand lever)