8-258NOTE:If the cable length cannot be adjusted to specifica-tion, consult a Yamaha dealer.5. Tighten the locknut on the brake cable.6. Turn in the adjusting bolt at the rear brake cal-iper until it feels tight, then turn it out 1/8 turnand tighten its locknut to the specified torque.CAUTION:ECB00520When tightening the locknut, hold the adjust-ing bolt with a wrench so that it does not turntogether with the locknut.WARNINGEWB02090Operating with improperly serviced or adjust-ed brakes could cause the brakes to malfunc-tion, resulting in reduced brakingperformance. This could increase the chanceof a collision or accident. After adjusting theparking brake free play, block the rear of theATV off the ground and spin the rear wheels.Check to make sure there is no brake drag. Ifbrake drag is noticed, perform the adjustmentagain.EBU24740Brake light switchesThe operation of the brake light switches must bechecked and, if necessary, adjusted at the inter-vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-brication chart.The brake light switch for the brake pedal can beadjusted as follows, but the other brake lightswitches should be adjusted by a Yamaha dealer.1. Locknut2. Adjusting nutTightening torque:Locknut (rear brake caliper):16 Nm (1.6 m·kgf, 11 ft·lbf)
