Honda TRX400EX FOURTRAX 1999, Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
REAR BRAKE
Place the vehicle on a level surface.
Remove the fender assembly (page
Check the fluid level in the rear brake reservoir.
If the level is near the "LOWER" level line, remove
the reservoir cap, set plate and diaphragm, and fill
the reservoir with DOT 4 brake fluid from
a sealed
container to the "UPPER" level line.
Install the diaphragm, set plate and reservoir cap.
Install the seatlrear fender assembly (page
2-21.
BRAKE PADS WEAR
Check the brake pad for wear.
Replace the brake pads if the wear limit indicator (lug
end) aligns with the reference plate.
Refer to page for brake pad replacement.
BRAKE SYSTEM
RESERVOIR CAP
REFERENCE PLATE
I
LUG
INSPECTION FOR AIR IN SYSTEM
Firmly apply the brake lever or pedal, and check that
no air has entered the system.
Refer to page for air bleeding procedures.
Inspect the brake hoses and fittings for deterioration,
cracks. damaae or
of
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Tighten any loose fittings.
Replace hoses, pipes and fittings as required.
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