Arctic Cat 2014 XF 2-STROKE, Service Manual

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2. Remove one brake pad and measure the thickness.
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NOTE: Brake pad thickness must be greater than
0.20 in. If brake pad thickness is less than specified,
replacement of both pads is necessary. Always
replace with new pads and always replace as a set.
3. Position the new brake pad into the caliper.
4. Repeat for the other pad; then secure the pads with
the retaining pin.
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NOTE: When new brake pads are installed, a “bur-
nishing” process is required. Drive the snowmobile
slowly and compress the brake lever several times
until the pads just start to warm up; then allow them
to cool down. This procedure stabilizes the pad mate-
rial and extends the life of the pads.
BRAKE CALIPER/BRAKE DISC/
DRIVESHAFT BEARING
Removing/Disassembling
1. Remove both access panels; then remove the drive
belt and driven clutch.
2. Remove the screws securing the brake shield and foot-
rest to the chassis.
3. Slide a piece of flexible tubing over the ball of the
bleeder valve and direct the other end into a container.
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4. Open the bleeder valve and compress the brake lever
several times to drain the reservoir of fluid.
5. Remove the brake hose from the caliper. Use an
absorbent towel to collect any remaining brake fluid.
6. Remove the retaining pin securing the brake pads;
then remove both pads.
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NOTE: If servicing the brake disc only, remove the
cap screws securing the caliper housings together;
then remove the outside housing. Account for the seal.
CAUTION
Brake fluid is highly corrosive. Do not spill brake fluid
on any surface of the snowmobile.
CAUTION
If the caliper housings are to be separated, take care
not to allow any contaminants into the fluid passages
of the calipers.