Yamaha FZ1-N Service Manual

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CHASSIS3-23EAS21240CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.NOTE:• Place the vehicle on a suitable stand.• Make sure the vehicle is upright.2. Check:• Brake fluid levelBelow the minimum level mark “a” → Addthe recommended brake fluid to the properlevel.WARNINGEWA13090• Use only the designated brake fluid.Other brake fluids may cause the rubberseals to deteriorate, causing leakage andpoor brake performance.• Refill with the same type of brake fluidthat is already in the system. Mixing brakefluids may result in a harmful chemicalreaction, leading to poor brake perfor-mance.• When refilling, be careful that water doesnot enter the brake fluid reservoir. Waterwill significantly lower the boiling point ofthe brake fluid and could cause vaporlock.CAUTION:ECA13540Brake fluid may damage painted surfacesand plastic parts. Therefore, always cleanup any spilt brake fluid immediately.NOTE:In order to ensure a correct reading of thebrake fluid level, make sure the top of thebrake fluid reservoir is horizontal.EAS21250CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE PADSThe following procedure applies to all of thebrake pads.1. Operate the brake.2. Check:• Front brake padWear indicators “a” almost touch the brakedisc → Replace the brake pads as a set.Refer to "FRONT BRAKE" on page 4-20.EAS21260CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE PADSThe following procedure applies to all of thebrake pads.1. Operate the brake.2. Check:• Rear brake padWear indicators “b” almost touch the brakedisc → Replace the brake pads as a set.Refer to "REAR BRAKE" on page 4-32.Recommended brake fluidDOT4A. Front brakeB. Rear brake