Brake Fluid Level Inspection - Yamaha XVS650 Service Manual

REAR BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
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5.Adjust:
• Brake light switch
Refer to "BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH
ADJUSTMENT".
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BRAKE FLUID LEVEL INSPECTION
1.Stand the motorcycle on a level su rface.
NOTE: _
• When inspecting the brake fluid level,
make sure the motorcycle is upright.
• Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand.
2.lnspect:
• Brake fluid level
Brake fluid level is below the "LOWER
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level line
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Fill to proper level.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 4
NOTE: _
For a correct reading of the brake fluid
level, make sure the top of the handlebar
brake fluid reservoir is horizontal.
Brake fluid may corrode painted surfaces
or plastic parts. Always clean up any spilt
fluid immediately.
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WARNING
• Use only the designated brake fluid.
Other fluids may deteriorate the rubber
seals, causing leakage and poor brake
performance.
• Refill with the same type of fluid. Mixing
fluids may result in a harmful chemical
reaction leading to poor brake perlor·
mance.
• When refilling, be careful that water does
not enter the brake fluid reservoir. Water
will significantly lower the boiling point
of the fluid and may cause vapor lock.
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