CHAPTER 6 BRAKES
LH500ATV-D T3 EFI SERVICE MANUAL 19.0
CHAPTER 6
BRAKES PAGE. 6-
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BRAKE BLEEDING-FLUID CHANGE
This procedure should be used to change fluid
or bleed brakes during regular maintenance.
1.
Clean reservoir cover thoroughly.
2.
Remove screws, cover and diaphragm
from reservoir.
3.
Inspect vent slots in cover and remove
any debris or blockage.
4.
If changing fluid, remove old fluid from
reservoir with a brake fluid pump or
similar tool.
NOTE:
Do not remove brake lever when
reservoir fluid level is low.
5.
Add brake fluid up to the indicated MAX
level on the reservoir.
6.
Begin bleeding procedure with the caliper
that is farthest from the m aster cylinder.
Install a box end wrench on the caliper
bleeder screw. Attach a clean, clear hose
to the fitting and place the other end in a
clean container. Be sure the hose fits
tightly on the fitting.
NOTE:
Fluid may be forced from supply port
when brake lever is pumped. Place
diaphragm in reservoir to prevent spills. Do
not install cover.
DOT 3 Brake Fluid
Reservoir Cover Torque
5 in. lbs. (.6 Nm )
7.
Slowly pump brake lever (D) until
pressure builds and holds.
8.
While maintaining lever pressure, open
bleeder screw. Close bleeder screw and
release brake lever.
NOTE:
Do not release lever before bleeder
screw is tight or air m ay be draw n into
caliper.
NOTE:
In some versions of brake, there are 2
hydraulic circulates in one caliper for foot
brake and hand brake. Make sure you bleed
the right circulate.
Summary of Contents for ATV 500-D T3 EFI
Page 13: ...CHAPTER 1 GENERALINFORMATION LH500ATV D T3 EFI SERVICE MANUAL 19 0 CHAPTER 1 GENERAL PAGE 1 9...
Page 33: ...CHAPTER 2 MAINTENANCE LH500ATV D T3 EFI SERVICE MANUA 19 0 CHAPTER 2 MAINTENANCE PAGE 2 20...
Page 65: ...CHAPTER 3 ENGINE LH500ATV D T3 EFI SERVICE MANUA 19 0 CHAPTER 3 ENGINE PAGE 3 32...
Page 192: ...CHAPTER 3 ENGINE LH500ATV D T3 EFI SERVICE MANUA 19 0 CHAPTER 3 ENGINE PAGE 3 159...
Page 198: ...CHAPTER 3 ENGINE LH500ATV D SERVICE MANUAL14 0 CHAPTER 3 ENGINE PAGE 3 165 NOTES...
Page 204: ...CHAPTER 4 CHASSIS LH500ATV D T3 EFI SERVICE MANUAL 19 0 CHAPTER 4 CHASSIS PAGE 4 6 NOTES...
Page 242: ...CHAPTER 5 FINAL DRIVE LH500ATV D SERVICE MANUAL 14 0 CHAPTER 5 FINAL DRIVE 5 38...
Page 256: ...CHAPTER 6 BRAKES LH500ATV D T3 EFI SERVICE MANUAL 19 0 CHAPTER 6 BRAKES PAGE 6 14 NOTES...
Page 257: ...CHAPTER 6 BRAKES LH500ATV D T3 EFI SERVICE MANUAL 19 0 CHAPTER 6 BRAKES PAGE 6 14...
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