Arctic Cat Y-12 2008 Manual page 113

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3. Install the brake cable to the lever assembly.
4. Position the left brake lever assembly onto the
handlebar and secure with the clamp and two
cap screws. Tighten securely.
5. Install the brakeline hose on the master cylinder
with the brakeline hose bolt and two washers.
Do not tighten the bolt at this time.
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6. Remove the cover from the master cylinder and
fill with DOT 4 brake fluid; then install the
cover.
7. Place a suitable container under the master cyl-
inder and compress the lever slowly. Brake fluid
should flow from the loose connection.
8. Tighten the brakeline hose bolt to specifications
(see Section 10); then check the rear brake oper-
ation. The brake lever should be firm and the
rear brake should stop the wheels.
NOTE: If the brake is not firm, the system must
be bled (see Brake Systems - BLEEDING in Sec-
tion 2).
NOTE: Before installing a handlebar grip, use
contact spray or alcohol to clean the inside of the
grip and the handlebar of adhesive residue, oil, or
any other contaminant.
9. Apply a liberal amount of Handlebar Grip
Adhesive to the inside of the grip; then slide the
right grip onto the handlebar. Wipe off any
excess adhesive.
10. Tighten the right
Allen-head screw (from step 1) securely.
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brake lever assembly
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