Changing The Brake Fluid - Yamaha XMAX YP250R Owner's Manual

Before riding, check that the brake
fluid is above the minimum level mark
and replenish if necessary. A low bra-
ke 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:
● When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the bra-
ke fluid reservoir is level.
●
Use only the recommended qua-
lity brake fluid, otherwise the rub-
ber seals may deteriorate, cau-
sing leakage and poor braking
performance.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
● Refill with the same type of brake
fluid. Mixing fluids may result in a
harmful chemical reaction and
lead to poor braking performan-
ce.
●
Be careful that water does not
enter the brake fluid reservoir
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in vapor
lock.
●
Brake fluid may deteriorate pain-
ted surfaces or plastic parts.
Always clean up spilled fluid
immediately.
●
As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
mal for the brake fluid level to
gradually go down. However, if
the brake fluid level goes down
suddenly, have a Yamaha dealer
check the cause.
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Changing the brake fluid

Have a Yamaha dealer change the
brake fluid at the intervals specified in
the NOTE after the periodic mainte-
nance and lubrication chart. In addi-
tion, have the oil seals of the brake
master cylinder and caliper as well as
the brake hose replaced at the inter-
vals listed below or whenever they are
damaged or leaking.
●
Oil seals: Replace every two
years.
●
Brake hose: Replace every four
years.
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