Arctic Cat 2014 XF 2-STROKE, Service Manual

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3. Inspect the brake fluid hose for cracks, deterioration,
and the condition of the fittings (threaded and com-
pression).
INSTALLING
1. Position the brake assembly on the handlebar. Secure
with two torx-head screws (F) and clamp; tighten
securely.
2. Install the brake fluid hose (B) to the master cylinder
with the banjo-fitting bolt (A) and two new crush
washers. Tighten securely.
3. Install the brakelight switch (E) to the master cylin-
der.
4. Install the brake lever; then secure with pin (D).
5. Place the reservoir cover onto the reservoir; then
secure with the two screws.
6. Bleed the brake system (see Bleeding Brake System
in this sub-section).
Troubleshooting
Hydraulic Brake System
CAUTION
Always use new crush washers when installing the
brake fluid hose.
Problem: Caliper Leaks
Condition Remedy
1. Caliper O-ring deteriorated — severed
2. Piston — O-ring damaged
1. Replace O-ring
2. Repair piston — replace piston — O-ring
Problem: Lever Spongy — Bottoms Out
Condition Remedy
1. Brake system air bubbles present
2. Master cylinder damaged — faulty
1. Bleed brake system
2. Replace master cylinder
Problem: Oscillation Feedback in Lever
Condition Remedy
1. Brake pad residue present on brake disc
2. Caliper loose
1. Replace pads — clean disc
2. Tighten mounting bolts
Problem: Loss of Brake
Condition Remedy
1. Brake fluid overheated — contaminated
2. Master cylinder damaged — faulty
3. Caliper — brake hose leaking
4. Brake lever linkage damaged
1. Replace fluid
2. Replace master cylinder
3. Replace caliper O-ring — repair piston —replace piston —
O-ring — brake hose
4. Repair — replace lever — mounting bolt
Problem: Brakes Drag
Condition Remedy
1. Master cylinder damaged — faulty
2. Brake pads worn — tapered
1. Replace master cylinder
2. Replace pads
Problem: Snowmobile Won’t Stop — Have to Pull Too Hard on Lever
Condition Remedy
1. Pads/brake disc glazed
2. Brake lever binding
3. Caliper pistons binding
1. Replace pads — clean disc
2. Loosen pivot bolt — replace master cylinder
3. Service caliper assembly