Brake System Components - Service Information; Brake System Components Specifications - Honda TRX500FM Service Manual

BRAKE SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL
ACAUTION
Frequent inhalation of brake pad or lining dust, regardless of material composition could be hazardous to your health.
Avoid breathing dust particles.
• Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner.
NOTICE
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Spilled brake fluid will severely damage the plastic parts and painted suriaces. It is a/so harmful to some rubber parts. Be careful
whenever you mmove the reservoir cap; make sure the front reservoir is horizontal first.
A contaminated brake disc, pad, drum or shoe reduces stopping power. Discard contaminated pads or shoes. and clean a
contaminated disc or drum with a high quality brake degreasing agent.
Never allow contaminants (dirt, water. etc.) to get into an open reservoir.
Once the hydraulic system has been opened. or if the brake feels spongy. the system must be bled.
Always use fresh DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container when servicing the system. Do not mix different types of fluid as
they may not be compatible.
Always check brake operation before riding the vehicle.
SPECIFICATIONS
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Rear brake
18-4
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