Hydraulic Hand Brake; Brake Fluid; Brake Lever Lock; Brake Hoses - Arctic Cat ALTERRA 400 2017 Operator's Manual

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NOTE: If the gear case has a level
plug, fill to the threads of the level
plug. If the gear case has only a fill
plug, fill to within 1 in. of the
threads of the fill plug.
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NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends
the use of genuine Arctic Cat lubri-
cants.
6. Install the filler plugs and level
plugs.

Hydraulic Hand Brake

! WARNING
Be sure to inspect the hydraulic
brake system before each use.
Always maintain brakes according
to the Maintenance Schedule.
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Brake Fluid

Check the brake fluid level in the brake
fluid reservoir. If the level in the reser-
voir is not visible in the sight glass, add
DOT 4 brake fluid.
CF113A
CF113A
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NOTE: If the sight glass appears
dark, there is a sufficient amount of
fluid in the reservoir.
Be careful not to spill any fluid when
filling the brake fluid reservoir. Wipe
away spilled fluid immediately.

Brake Lever Lock

CF116A
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NOTE: The brake lever lock must
lock the wheels. If it doesn't, take
the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat
ATV dealer for service.

Brake Hoses

Carefully inspect the hydraulic brake
hoses for cracks or other damage. If
found, take the ATV to an authorized
Arctic Cat ATV 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
the brake pads when they show excessive
wear. Check the thickness of each of the
738-420B
brake pads as follows:
1. Remove a front wheel.
2. Measure the thickness of each brake
pad.
CAUTION
738-420A