„ NOTE: The brake fluid reservoir is located on top of the master cylin- der under the hood. Protective Rubber Boots The protective boots should be inspected periodically according to the Mainte- nance Schedule. 2. Press the brake pedal several times to check for firmness. 3. If the pedal is not firm, the system must be bled. Ball Joint Boots (Upper and Lower/Right and Left) „ NOTE: Take the vehicle to an authorized Arctic Cat dealer for this service. CAUTION Be careful not to spill any fluid when filling the brake fluid reservoir. Wipe away spilled fluid immediately. Brake Hoses Carefully inspect the hydraulic brake hoses for cracks or other damage.
If found, take the vehicle to an authorized Arctic Cat dealer to have the brake hoses replaced. CC791 1. Secure the vehicle on a support stand to elevate the front wheels. 2. Remove both front wheels. Brake Pads The clearance between the brake pads and brake discs is adjusted automatically as the brake pads wear. The only mainte- nance that is required is replacement of the brake pads when they show excessive wear. Check the thickness of each of the brake pads as follows: 3. Inspect the four ball joint boots for cracks, tears, or perforations. 4. Check the ball joint for free-play by grasping the steering knuckle and turning it from side to side and up and down. 5.
If boot damage is present or ball joint free-play seems excessive, con- tact an authorized Arctic Cat dealer for service. 1. Remove a front wheel. 2. Measure the thickness of each brake pad. Tie Rod Boots (Inner and Outer/Right and Left) 3. If thickness of either brake pad is less than 1.0 mm (0.039 in.), take the vehicle to an authorized Arctic Cat dealer to have brake pads replaced. CC792 1. Secure the vehicle on a support stand to elevate the front wheels. PR376B 4. Install the wheel and tighten using a crisscross pattern to 40 ft-lb (steel wheels) or 80 ft-lb (aluminum wheels). 2. Remove both front wheels. 3. Inspect the four tie rod boots for cracks, tears, or perforations. 42