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HYDRAULIC HAND
BRAKE
Brake Fluid
Check the brake fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir. If the level in the reser-
voir is not visible in the sight glass, add
DOT 4 brake fluid.
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NOTE: If the sight glass appears
dark, there is a sufficient amount
of fluid in the reservoir.
Brake Lever Lock
Check to make sure the brake lever
lock engages properly and that the
brake (when engaged) locks the
wheels.
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1. Pump the brake lever 2 or 3 times.
2. Engage the brake lever lock.
3. Attempt to push the ATV.
NOTE: The brake lever lock must
lock the wheels. If it doesn’t, take
the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat
ATV dealer for service.
Brake Hoses
Carefully inspect the hydraulic brake
hoses for cracks or other damage. If
found, take the ATV to an authorized
Arctic Cat ATV dealer to have the
brake hoses replaced.
Brake Pads
The clearance between the brake pads
and brake discs is adjusted automati-
cally as the brake pads wear. The only
maintenance that is required is replace-
ment of the brake pads when they show
excessive wear. Check the thickness of
each of the brake pads as follows:
1. Remove a front wheel.
2. Measure the thickness of each
brake pad.
! WARNING
Be sure to inspect the hydraulic
brake system before each use.
Always maintain brakes according
to the Maintenance Schedule.
! CAUTION
Be careful not to spill any fluid
when filling the brake fluid reser-
voir. Wipe away spilled fluid imme-
diately.