Checking The Brake Fluid Level - Yamaha STAR XVS950 Owner's Manual

indicator grooves have almost disap-
peared, have a Yamaha dealer replace
the brake pads as a set.
Rear brake pads
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1. Wear indicator
Each rear brake pad is provided with a
wear indicator, which allows you to
check the brake pad wear without hav-
ing to disassemble the brake. To check
the brake pad wear, check the position
of the wear indicator while applying the
brake. If a brake pad has worn to the
point that the wear indicator almost
touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the brake pads as a set.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

Checking the brake fluid level

Front brake
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1. Minimum level mark
Rear brake
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1. Minimum level mark
EAU22580 Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake system, possibly caus-
ing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:
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G When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.
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Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
G Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.
G
Be careful that water does not en-
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