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Front and rear brakes
Brake levers and brake pedal
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Check for correct free play in the front
brake lever. If the free play is incorrect,
have a Yamaha dealer adjust it.
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Check for correct free play in the rear brake
lever and brake pedal. If the free play is in-
correct, adjust it. (See pages 8-32–8-35.)
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Check operation of the levers and pedal.
They should move smoothly and there
should be a firm feeling when the brake is
applied. If not, have a Yamaha dealer in-
spect them.
Brake fluid level (front brake)
Check the brake fluid level. Add fluid if neces-
sary. (See pages 8-29–8-30.)
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Failure to inspect the ATV before oper-
ating.
Failure to properly maintain the ATV.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Increases the possibility of an accident
or equipment damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always inspect your ATV each time you
use it to make sure the ATV is in safe op-
erating condition.
Always follow the inspection and main-
tenance procedures and schedules de-
scribed in the Owner’s Manual.
Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
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