Yamaha YFM45FGZ, Owner'S Manual

Page: 52 / 166

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, 8-39, 8-40, 8-41
Rear brake
• Check operation, and correct if necessary.
• Lubricate cables if necessary.
• Check lever and pedal free play, and adjust if necessary.
5-3, 8-39, 8-42
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, 8-37
Control cables • Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate if necessary. 8-47
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.
8-48
Brake levers
• Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate lever pivoting points if
necessary.
8-47
Axle boots • Check for cracks or damage, and replace if necessary. 8-45
Chassis fasteners • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 5-7
Instruments, lights and
switches
• Check operation, and correct if necessary. 5-7
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
U37S61E0.book Page 2 Tuesday, June 2, 2009 10:33 AM