Front And Rear Brakes - Yamaha KODIAK 400 Owner's Manual

WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Failure to inspect the ATV before oper-
ating.
Failure to properly maintain the ATV.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Increases the possibility of an accident
or equipment damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always inspect your ATV each time you
use it to make sure the ATV is in safe op-
erating condition.
Always follow the inspection and main-
tenance procedures and schedules de-
scribed in the Owner's Manual.
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Front and rear brakes

Brake levers and brake pedal
Check for correct free play in the front brake
lever. If the free play is incorrect, have a
Yamaha dealer adjust it.
Check for correct free play in the rear brake
lever and brake pedal. If the free play is incor-
rect, adjust it. (See pages 8-43–8-45.)
Check operation of the levers and pedal. They
should move smoothly and there should be a
firm feeling when the brake is applied. If not,
have a Yamaha dealer inspect them.
Brake fluid level (front brake)
Check the brake fluid level. Add fluid if neces-
sary. (See pages 8-40–8-41.)
Recommended brake fluid: DOT 4
5-2