Checking The Brake Fluid Level - Yamaha TDM900 Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

Checking the brake fluid level

Front brake
1
2
3
4
1. Minimum level mark
5
Rear brake (for TDM900)
6
7
1
8
9
1. Minimum level mark
EAU38640 Rear brake (for TDM900A)
1
1. Minimum level mark
Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to
enter the brake system, possibly caus-
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.
TIP
For TDM900A, the rear brake fluid res-
ervoir is located under the seat. (See
page 3-16.)
6-22
Observe these precautions:
G
When checking the fluid level,
make sure that the top of the brake
fluid reservoir is level.
G Use only the recommended quality
1 brake fluid, otherwise the rubber
seals may deteriorate, causing
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.
G Be careful that water or dust does
not enter the brake fluid reservoir
when refilling. Water will signifi-
cantly lower the boiling point of the
fluid and may result in vapor lock,
and dirt may clog the ABS hydrau-
lic unit valves.
G Brake fluid may deteriorate paint-
ed surfaces or plastic parts. Al-
ways
immediately.
G
As the brake pads wear, it is nor-
clean up spilled fluid