Ski-Doo Formula S 1998, Shop Manual

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Section 03 TROUBLESHOOTING
Subsection 04 (TRANSMISSION AND BRAKE SYSTEMS)
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BRAKE SYSTEM
MECHANICAL BRAKE
HYDRAULIC BRAKE
SYMPTOM BRAKE DOES NOT ADJUST AUTOMATICALLY.
CONDITION NORMAL USE.
Test/Inspection 1. Check ratchet wheel spring.
a. Broken ratchet wheel tag.
Replace.
2. Check mobile pad stud.
a. Stud rotates in pad.
Replace.
SYMPTOM BRAKE HANDLE DOES NOT RETURN COMPLETELY.
CONDITION NORMAL USE.
Test/Inspection 1. Check brake return spring.
a. Broken return spring.
Replace.
2. Check if brake cable moves freely in its housing.
a. Brake cable movement is limited due to oxidation or dirt accumulation.
Replace.
3. Check distance between brake lever and caliper.
a. Distance is too wide.
Adjust according to specifications (refer to TRANSMISSION 05).
SYMPTOM SPONGY BRAKE CONDITION.
CONDITION NORMAL USE.
Test/Inspection Replace brake fluid and bleed system. If problem still occurs, replace master cylinder.
SYMPTOM BRAKE FLUID LEAKING.
CONDITION NORMAL USE.
Test/Inspection 1. Check for loosen hose connectors.
Retighten.
2. Check for damaged hose, master cylinder and caliper.
Replace part(s) and check for proper mounting.