Brake; Front And Rear Brakes - BOMBARDIER outlander max series Operator's Manual

Rear Suspension
Inspect shock absorber for oil leaks and fas-
teners for tightness. See an authorized
Bombardier ATV dealer as necessary.
Trailing arms
Check trailing arms for distortion, cracks or
bending. See an authorized Bombardier ATV
dealer if any problem is detected.
A-arms
Check A-arms for cracks, bending or other
damages. See an authorized Bombardier
ATV dealer as necessary.
Adjustment
Rear Shocks
WARNING
Left and right adjustment cams must al-
ways be set to the same position. Never ad-
just one adjusting cam only. Uneven adjust-
ment can cause poor handling and loss of
stability, which could lead to an accident.
Preload Adjustment
Adjust spring preload by turning adjusting
cam accordingly, with the adjusting wrench in
vehicle tool box.
Turn the adjusting cams clockwise for a firmer
ride and rough road condition or when carry-
ing cargo or pulling a trailer.
138
Turn the adjusting cams counterclockwise for
a light load and a smooth road condition.
2
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1. Adjusting cams
2. Smooth adjustment
3. Hard adjustment

Brake

Front and Rear Brakes

The front and rear brakes are hydraulic disc
types. These brakes are self-adjusting and re-
quire no adjustment.
The brake lever and the brake pedal require
no adjustment.
Check the following to keep the brakes in a
good operating condition:
– brake system for fluid leaks
– brake for spongy feel
– brake discs for excessive wear and sur-
face condition
– brake pads for wear, damage or loose-
ness.
SERVICE LIMITS
Brake pads
thickness
Front discs
thickness
Rear disc
thickness
Maximum discs
warpage
See your authorized Bombardier ATV dealer
if a problem is detected concerning the brake
system.
1 3
1 mm (0.040 in)
3.5 mm (0.138 in)
4.3 mm (0.170 in)
0.2 mm (0.010 in)