5EBU19740Front and rear brakesBrake levers and brake pedal Check for correct free play in the front brake le-ver. If the free play is incorrect, have a Yamahadealer adjust it. Check for correct free play in the rear brake leverand brake pedal. If the free play is incorrect, ad-just it. (See page 8-28.) Check operation of the levers and pedal. Theyshould move smoothly and there should be afirm feeling when the brake is applied. If not,have a Yamaha dealer check them.Brake fluid level (front brake)Check the brake fluid level. Add fluid if necessary.(See page 8-26.)Brake fluid leakage (front brake)lever moves slowly inward, there may be a leak inthe brake system. If there is any leakage, the brakesystem should be checked by a Yamaha dealer.Brake operationTest the brakes at slow speed after starting out tomake sure they are working properly. If the brakesdo not provide proper braking performance, checkthe brake pads and shoes for wear. (See page8-25.)WARNINGEWB00540Recommended brake fluid:DOT 4POTENTIAL HAZARDRiding with improperly operating brakes.WHAT CAN HAPPENYou could lose braking ability, which couldlead to an accident.HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARDAlways check the brakes at the start of everyride. Do not ride the ATV if you find any prob-lem with the brakes. If a problem cannot becorrected by the adjustment procedures pro-U3D510E0.book Page 4 Friday, December 2, 2005 1:07 PM
