Arctic Cat 400 4x4 / 500 4x4 / 650 H1 / 700 Diesel — Arctic Cat ATV Operator's Manual PDF - Service & Repair Guide (EN)

q NOTE Further information on how to maintain the hydraulic brake system can be found in the Service booklet. 4. The left hand brake lever disposes of a detent used to block the whole hydraulic system. When using the detent, the wheels are blocked additionally. Parking Please observe the following points: After the ATV stops, shift into neutral. The brake fl uid is the most important part of the system. Keep an eye on the right level. If there’s some kind of dirt in the brake system or the brake fl uid, the fl uid has to be changed. (Impurities in the brake fl uid lower the boiling point). !! WARNING !!

Excessive repetitive use of the hydraulic brake for high speed stops will cause overheating of the brake fl uid and premature brake pad wear. Turn off the engine. Try to park only on level surfaces. If you have to park on a hill, shift the ATV into low gear. 1. Never „ride“ the brake. Even maintaining minimal pressure on the brake will cause the brake pads to drag on the disc. !! WARNING !! Use only DOT 4 brake liquid. Don’t use several types of brake liquids which may result in an unexpected loss of brakes. Before starting your ATV check the brake liquid level and the state of the brake pads. Engage the mechanic parking brake. (right hand lever) 2.

The service brake is the main brake for the ATV. 3. In order to stop the vehicle, release the throttle control and push the brake pedal. Page 20