Arctic Cat M 8000, Service Manual

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ZJ239A
4. Install the snap ring securing the bearing in the cali-
per housing.
PC204
5. Place the inner caliper housing/driveshaft bearing
housing onto the driveshaft and secure with the cap
screws coated with blue Loctite #243. Tighten to 25
ft-lb.
6. Apply Anti-Seize Thread Compound to the splines
of the brake disc; then install on the driveshaft and
secure with the retaining ring.
7. Install a new seal in the outer caliper fluid passage;
them install the outer caliper and secure with the cap
screws. Tighten to 25 ft-lb.
PC173A
8. Install new brake pads in the caliper and secure with
the retainer pin.
PC195
9. Bleed the brake system (see Bleeding Brake System
in this sub-section).
10. Install the brake shield and footrest; then install the
drive belt (see Drive Belt in this section) and driven
clutch. Tighten the driven clutch cap screw to 20
ft-lb.
11. Adjust the track tension (see Track Tension in this
section) and track alignment (see Track Alignment in
this section).
12. Close and secure both side panels.
Brake Lever/Master
Cylinder Assembly
REMOVING
1. Slide a piece of flexible tubing over the ball of the
bleeder valve and direct the other end into a con-
tainer.
PC223A
2. Remove the two screws securing the reservoir cover
and remove the reservoir cover; then open the
bleeder valve. Allow the brake fluid to drain com-
pletely.
3. Place an absorbent towel around the connection to
absorb brake fluid. Remove the banjo-fitting bolt (A)
securing the brake fluid hose (B) to the master cylin-
der. Discard the two crush washers.
CAUTION
Brake fluid is highly corrosive. Do not spill brake fluid
on any surface of the snowmobile.