Brake Fluid - Honda TRX680FA Service Manual

MAINTENANCE
BRAKE FLUID
NOTICE
• Do not mix different types of fluid, as they may
not be compatible with each other.
• Do not allow foreign material to enter the system
when filling the reservoir.
• Avoid spilling fluid on painted, plastic or rubber
parts. Place a rag over these parts whenever the
system is serviced.
NOTE.
• When the fluid level is low, check the brake pads
for wear (page 4-18).
• A low fluid level may be due to worn brake shoes
or pads. If the brake pads are worn, the caliper
piston is pushed out, and this causes a low reser-
voir level. If the brake pads are not worn and the
fluid level is low, check entire system for leaks
(page 4-19).
FRONT BRAKE
Turn the handlebar to the left side so the reservoir is
level and check the fluid level through the sight
glass.
RESERVOIR CAP
If the level is near the "LOWER" level mark, remove
the reservoir cap, set plate and diaphragm and fill
the reservoir with Honda DOT 4 brake fluid from a
sealed container to the casting ledge.
Install the diaphragm, set plate and reservoir cap,
and tighten the cap screws.
SIGHT GLASS J LOWER LEVEL MARK
CASTING LEDGE
4-17