Checking The Brake Fluid Level - Yamaha Tmix XP500Y Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
stalling the bolts, then tightening
them to the specified torque.
Tightening torque:
Brake caliper bolt:
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40 Nm (4.0 m·kgf, 28.9 ft·lbf)
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NOTICE
Do not apply the rear brake or rear
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brake lock after the brake caliper
has been removed, otherwise the
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brake caliper piston will be forced
out.
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Checking the brake fluid level

Front brake
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1. Minimum level mark
Rear brake
1. Minimum level mark
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
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ing it to become ineffective.
Before riding, check that the brake fluid
is above the minimum level mark and
replenish if necessary. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads
and/or brake system leakage. If the
brake fluid level is low, be sure to check
the brake pads for wear and the brake
system for leakage.
Observe these precautions:
G When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.
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Use only the recommended quality
brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
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leakage and poor braking perfor-
mance.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
G Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performance.
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Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake fluid reservoir when