Yamaha GRIZZLY 550 2010, Owner'S Manual

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5-2
5
Front brake
• Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy-
draulic system.
• Check brake pads for wear, and replace if necessary.
• Check brake fluid level in reservoir, and add recommended brake
fluid to specified level if necessary.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary.
5-3, 8-46, 8-48, 8-49
Rear brake
• Check operation. If soft or spongy, have Yamaha dealer bleed hy-
draulic system.
• Check pedal free play, and adjust if necessary.
• Check brake pads for wear, and replace if necessary.
• Check brake fluid level in reservoir, and add recommended brake
fluid to specified level if necessary.
• Check hydraulic system for leakage. Correct if necessary.
5-3, 8-46, 8-48, 8-49,
8-50
Throttle lever
• Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate cable and lever hous-
ing if necessary.
• Check cable free play, and adjust if necessary.
5-4, 8-45
Control cables • Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate if necessary. 8-53
Wheels and tires
• Check wheel condition, and replace if damaged.
• Check tire condition and tread depth. Replace if necessary.
• Check air pressure. Correct if necessary.
5-4
Brake pedal
• Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate pedal pivoting point if
necessary.
8-54
Brake levers
• Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate lever pivoting points if
necessary.
8-53
Axle boots • Check for cracks or damage, and replace if necessary. 8-52
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 5-6
Instruments, lights and
switches
• Check operation, and correct if necessary. 5-7
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