Polaris Phoenix 200 Owner's Manual page 33

BRAKE FLUID
An over-full master cylinder may cause brake drag or brake lock-up, which
could result in an accident. Maintain brake fluid at the recommended level. Do
Never store or use a partial bottle of brake fluid. Brake fluid is hygroscopic,
meaning it rapidly absorbs moisture from the air. The moisture causes the
boiling temperature of the brake fluid to drop, which can lead to early brake
fade and the possibility of brake failure, which could result in an accident. After
opening a bottle of brake fluid, always discard any unused portion.
Check the brake fluid level in the master
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cylinder before each ride. Always maintain
brake fluid at the recommended level.
The master cylinder is located on the left
handlebar. Maintain the fluid level 1/4" (6.3 mm)
below the top edge of the master cylinder. Do
not overfill.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
Make sure the handlebars are straight.
2. View the fluid level through the indicator
window (eye)
cylinder. The eye will appear dark when the
fluid level is full. When fluid is low, the eye
will be clear.
3. If the fluid level is low add DOT 4 brake fluid
only. Do not overfill.
Under normal operation, the diaphragm extends into the reservoir as fluid level
drops. If the fluid level is low and the diaphragm is not extended, a leak is likely
and the diaphragm should be replaced. To ensure proper diaphragm operation,
always fill the reservoir as needed whenever the cover is loosened or
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on the top of the master
removed. Do not overfill.
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
WARNING
not overfill.
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