Yamaha KODIAK ULTRAMATIC YFM400FWAN 2000, Owner'S Manual

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3. Brake fluid leakage
Check to see if any brake fluid is leak-
ing out of the pipe joints or master cyl-
inder. Apply the brakes firmly for one
minute. If there is any leaking, have
the machine inspected by a Yamaha
dealer.
4. Brake operation
Test the brakes at slow speed after
starting out to make sure they are
working properly. If the brakes do not
provide proper braking performance,
inspect the brake pads for wear. (See
page 8-36 ~ 8-37.)
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Riding with improperly operating
brakes.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
You could lose braking ability, which
could lead to an accident.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always check the brakes at the start of
every ride. Do not ride the ATV if you
find any problem with the brakes. If a
problem cannot be corrected by the ad-
justment procedures provided in this
manual, have the ATV inspected by a
Yamaha dealer.