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CD474A
NOTE: The brake fluid reservoir is
located under the seat.
2. Press the rear foot brake pedal sev-
eral times to check for firmness.
3. If the brake is not firm, the system
must be bled.
NOTE: Take the ATV to an autho-
rized dealer for this service.
Protective Rubber Boots
The protective boots should be inspected
periodically according to the Mainte-
nance Schedule.
Ball Joint Boots (Upper
and Lower/Right and Left)
CC791
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand
to elevate the front wheels.
2. Remove both front wheels.
3. Inspect the four ball joint boots for
cracks, tears, or perforations.
4. Check the ball joint for free-play by
grasping the steering knuckle and
turning it from side to side and up
and down.
5. If boot damage is present or ball
joint free-play seems excessive, con-
tact an authorized dealer for service.
Tie Rod Boots (Inner and
Outer/Right and Left)
CC792
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand
to elevate the front wheels.
2. Remove both front wheels.
3. Inspect the four tie rod boots for
cracks, tears, or perforations.
4. Check the tie rod end free-play by
grasping the tie rod near the end and
attempting to move it up and down.
5. If boot damage is present or tie rod
end free-play seems excessive, con-
tact an authorized dealer for service.
Drive Axle Boots
CC793
KC580
1. Inspect all drive axle boots for
cracks, tears, or perforations.
2. If boot damage is present, contact an
authorized dealer for service.