Polaris RANGER XP 1000 2018 Service Manual page 86

MAINTENANCE
3. If changing fluid, remove old fluid from reservoir with
a Mity Vac™ pump or similar tool.
Mity Vac™ (2870975)
4. Add brake fluid to the indicated MAX level of
reservoir.
Polaris DOT 4 Brake Fluid P/N:
2872189
5. Begin bleeding procedure with caliper furthest from
master cylinder.
6. Install a box-end wrench on caliper bleeder screw.
7. Attach a tight-fitting, clear hose to the bleeder fitting.
8. Place a small amount of fresh brake fluid into a small,
clear container and place the other end of bleeder
hose into the container.
9. Have an assistant slowly pump the brake pedal until
pressure builds and then hold.
10. Quickly open and close the bleed screw while holding
pressure on the brake pedal.
Do not release brake pedal before bleeder screw is
tight or air may be drawn into master cylinder.
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NOTE
11. Release brake pedal pressure. Check level of fluid in
reservoir and add if necessary.
12. Repeat Steps 9 - 11 until brake pedal is firm and no
air can be seen moving through the clear hose. Add
fluid as necessary to maintain level in reservoir.
Master Cylinder Fluid Level:
Between the MIN and MAX line.
CAUTION
Maintain at least 1/2"(1.27 cm) of brake fluid in the
reservoir to prevent air from entering the master
cylinder.
13. Tighten bleeder screw and remove bleeder hose.
Torque bleed screw to specification.
TORQUE
Caliper Bleed Screws:
4 ft-lbs (5.5 Nm)
14. Repeat Steps 9 - 13 for the remaining brake calipers.
15. Install master cylinder reservoir cover.
16. Field test machine at low speed before putting into
service. Check for proper braking action and pedal
reserve. With pedal firmly applied, pedal reserve
should be no less than 1/2" (1.3 cm).
17. Check brake system for fluid leaks.
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