General; System Description; Maintenance; Brake Fluid - Can-Am DS 450 2008 Shop Manual

Section 08 CHASSIS
Subsection 05 (BRAKES)

GENERAL

During assembly/installation, use the torque val-
ues and service products as in the exploded view.
Clean threads before applying a threadlocker. Re-
SELF-LOCKING FASTENERS
fer to
APPLICATION
at the beginning of this manual for
complete procedure.
WARNING
Torque wrench tightening
must be strictly adhered to.
Locking devices (e.g.: locking tabs, elastic
stop nuts, cotter pins, etc.) must be replaced
with new ones.
WARNING
Never apply anything to the brake fittings.
The use of thread sealant or Teflon tape could
cause brake system failure and cause severe
damages to components.
CAUTION: Avoid spilling brake fluid on plas-
tic, rubber or painted parts. Protect these parts
with a rag when servicing brake system.
CAUTION: To avoid serious damage to the
brake system, use only DOT 4 brake fluid from
a sealed container. Do not use brake fluid
taken from old or already opened containers,
nor mix different fluids for topping off.
CAUTION: Sealing washers must be discarded
and replaced with new ones every time a Banjo
fitting is unscrewed.
CAUTION: Before opening or working near
bleeders, reservoir or fittings, clean the part
and its area to avoid system contamination.
NOTE: Dispose brake fluid as per your local envi-
ronmental regulations.

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The brake system consists of two separate cir-
cuits. Each system has its own master cylinder
and reservoir.
Both front and rear brakes are disc type.
WARNING
Periodically check the brake hoses for dam-
ages or leaks. Repair any damage before op-
erating the vehicle.
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Parking Brake
To engage mechanism: Squeeze front brake
lever and maintain while moving lever lock with a
finger. Front brake lever is now compressed and
applying front brakes.
LOCTITE
and
specifications
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Step 1:
Step 2:
NOTE: Parking brake can be adjusted in four (4)
different positions.
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PARKING BRAKE POSITIONS
To release mechanism: Squeeze front brake
lever. Lever lock should automatically return to
its original position. Front brake lever should
return to rest position. Always release parking
brake before riding.

MAINTENANCE

BRAKE FLUID

Recommended Brake Fluid
Always use brake fluid meeting the specification
DOT 4 only such as the brake fluid GTLMA (DOT 4)
(P/N 293 600 062).
Brake Fluid Level Verification
Park the vehicle on a firm level surface.
Squeeze front brake lever and maintain
Move parking brake lever to desired position
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