Brake Burnishing Procedure - Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI 4x4 2012 Service Manual

3. Install caliper and torque the mounting bolts to
specification.
Caliper Mount Bolt:
18 ft-lbs (24 Nm)
4. Install the slide bolt snap ring. Torque the slide pin to
specification.
Caliper Slide Bolt:
30-35 ft-lbs (41-48 Nm)
5. Slowly pump the brake lever until pressure has been
6. It is recommended that a burnishing procedure be

Brake Burnishing Procedure

Start machine and slowly increase speed to 30 mph.
Gradually apply brakes to stop machine. Allow pads and
disc to cool sufficiently during the procedure. Do not
allow pads or disc to become hot or warping may result.
Repeat this procedure 10 times.
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built up. Maintain at least 1/2, (12.7 mm) of brake
fluid in the reservoir to prevent air from entering the
master cylinder.
performed after installation of new brake pads to
extend service life and reduce noise.
BRAKES
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