Hydraulic Brake; Protective Rubber Boots - Arctic Cat plowler HDX 2013 Operator's Manual

Hydraulic Brake

! WARNING
Be sure to inspect the hydraulic
brake system before
Always maintain brakes according to
the Maintenance Schedule.
Brake Fluid
1. Check the brake fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir. The fluid level must be
maintained between the MAX and MIN
level marks. If the level in the reservoir
is low, add DOT 4 brake fluid.
NOTE: The brake fluid reservoir is
located on top of the master cylin-
der under the hood.
2. Press the brake pedal several times to
check for firmness.
3. If the pedal is not firm, the system
must be bled.
NOTE: Take the vehicle to an autho-
rized Arctic Cat dealer for this service.
CAUTION
Be careful not to spill any fluid when
filling the brake fluid reservoir. Wipe
away spilled fluid immediately.
Brake Hoses
Carefully inspect the hydraulic brake hoses
for cracks or other damage. If found, take
the vehicle to an authorized Arctic Cat
dealer to have the brake hoses replaced.
Brake Pads
The clearance between the brake pads
and brake discs is adjusted automatically
as the brake pads wear. The only mainte-
nance that is required is replacement of
each use.
the brake pads when they show excessive
wear. Check the thickness of each of the
brake pads as follows:
1. Remove a front wheel.
2. Measure the thickness of each brake
pad.
3. If thickness of either brake pad is less
than 1.0 mm (0.039 in.), take the
vehicle to an authorized Arctic Cat
dealer to have brake pads replaced.
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4. Install the wheel and tighten using a
crisscross pattern in 20 ft-lb incre-
ments to 80 ft-lb.
Protective Rubber
Boots
The protective boots should be inspected
periodically according to the Mainte-
nance Schedule.
Ball Joint Boots (Upper
and Lower/Right and Left)
1. Secure the vehicle on a support stand
to elevate the front wheels.
2. Remove both front wheels.
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