Suzuki DR·Z400SM Owner's Manual page 45

Brake fluid is harmful or fatal if
swallowed, and harmful if it
comes in contact with skin or
eyes.
If swallowed, do not induce
vomiting. Immediately contact
a poison control center or a
physician. If brake fluid gets in
eyes, flush eyes with water and
seek medical attention. Wash
thoroughly after handling.
Solution can be poisonous to
animals.
Keep out of the reach of chil­
dren and animals.
Failure to keep the brake fluid
reservoir full with proper brake
fluid can be hazardous. The
brakes may not work correctly
without the proper amount and
type of brake fluid. This could
lead to an accident.
Inspect the brake fluid level
before each use. Use only
DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed
container. Never use or mix dif­
ferent types of brake fluid. If
there is frequent loss of fluid,
take your motorcycle to a
SUZUKI dealer or a qualified
mechanic for inspection.
CAUTION
Avoid spilling any fluid when
filling the reservoir. Wipe up
spills immediately.
Spilled brake fluid can damage
painted surfaces and plastic
parts.
Brake Pads
FRONT
I, \,
~ ~
--' I
J-
I
/
' i
C
REAR
G)
\.
G)
11
'Grooved wear limit line
Inspect the front and rear brake
pads to see if they are worn down
to the grooved wear limit line. If a
front or rear pad is worn to the
grooved limit line, both front or
both rear pads must be replaced
with new ones. After replacing
either the front or rear brake pads,
the brake lever or pedal must be
pumped several times. This will
extend the pads to their proper
position.
Riding with worn brake pads
will reduce braking perfor­
mance and will increase your
chance of having an accident.
Inspect brake pad wear before
each use. Ask your SUZUKI
dealer or a qualified mechanic
to replace brake pads if any
pad is worn to the limit.
Failure to extend brake pads
after repair or replacement can
cause poor braking perfor­
mance and may result in an
accident.
Before riding, "pump" the
brake lever/pedal repeatedly
until brake pads are pressed
against the brake disks and
proper lever/pedal stroke and
firm feel are restored.
7-26
7-27
I