Linhai ATV 500-D T3 EFI Service Manual page 26

CHAPTER 2 MAINTENANCE
Foot control brake is only for ATV 260 / 300
Adjusting brake pedal for B-Type
If the push rod joint is reinstalled, adjust the
push rod length so that the distance between
the centers of the master cylinder lower
mounting bolt hole and joint pin hole is
80±1mm.After adjustment, tighten the joint
nut.
LH500ATV-D T3 EFI SERVICE MANUA 19.0
1. First check foot brake effectiveness by
applying a 25 kg (50 lb). (Approx)
downward force on the pedal.
The top of the pedal should be at least 1
inch, (25 .4m m) above the surface of the
footrest.
If less than one inch, two things must be
examined:
Free Play:
Free play of the brake pedal should be
1/8-1/4 inch (3-6mm).
If free play is excessive, inspect pedal,
linkage, and master cylinder for wear or
damage and replace
Bleeding:
If free play is correct and brake pedal travel is
still excessive, air may be trapped some
where in the system. Bleed the hydraulic
brake system in a conventional manner,
following the procedure outlined in the Brake
chapter.
FOOT BRAKE TESTING
The foot brake should be checked for
proper adjustment.
Support the rear wheels off the ground. While
turning the rear wheels by hand, apply the
auxiliary footbrake. This brake should not
stop the wheels from turning until the lever is
half tween its rest position and
way be
bottoming on the footrest.
MECHANICS PARKING
EUROPE ATV 500
Checking
Although the parking brake has been
adjusted at the factory, the brake should be
checked for proper operation. The
mechanical brake must be maintained to be
full functional.
CHAPTER 2 MAINTENANCE
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