Polaris A09BA50FA, User Manual

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BRAKES
9.6
3. Inspect vent slots (A) in cover and remove any
debris or blockage.
B
A
D
C
Sight
Glass
Ill. 1
4. If changing fluid, remove old fluid from reservoir
with a Mity Vac
t
pump or similar tool.
Mity Vac t (PN 2870975)
5. Add brake fluid to the indicated MAX level inside
reservoir.
MAX
Polaris DOT 3 Brake Fluid
(PN 2870990)
Rear Brake Caliper Bleeding Procedure
6. Begin bleeding procedure with the caliper that is
farthest from the master cylinder. Be sure the
hose fits tightly on fitting. (B) is Auxiliary Brake
Line, (A) is Hand Brake Line
E
F
A
B
G Install a wrench on the brake line banjo
bolt (E) to hold the banjo bolt in place.
Install a box end wrench on the caliper
bleeder screw (F).
G Attach a clean, clear hose to bleeder
screw (F) and place the other end in a
clean container.
NOTE: Fluid may be forced from supply port (B) when
brake lever is pumped.
Place diaphragm (C) in
reservoir to prevent spills. Do not install cover. See
Illustration 1.
7. Slowly pump brake lever (D) until pressure builds
and holds.
8. While maintaining lever pressure, hold the banjo
bolt (E) with the wrench and open the top bleeder
screw (F).
Close bleeder screw and release
brake lever. NOTE: Do not release lever before
bleeder screw is tight or air may be drawn into
caliper.
Bleeder Screw Torque
25--30 in.lbs. (2.80 --3.40 Nm)
9. Repeat procedure until clean fluid appears in
bleeder hose and all air has been purged. Add
fluid as necessary to maintain level in reservoir.
CAUTION:
Maintain at least 1/2
″
(1.27 cm) of brake fluid in the
reservoir to prevent air from entering the master
cylinder.
10. Tighten bleeder screw securely and remove
bleeder hose. Torque the bleeder screw to 25--30
in.lbs. (2.80 --3.40 Nm)
.