Troubleshooting Drive System; Troubleshooting Brake System - Arctic Cat 300 Utility Service Manual

Troubleshooting
Drive System
Problem: Power not transmitted from engine to wheels
Condition
1. Rear axle shaft serration worn - broken
Troubleshooting
Brake System
Problem: Braking poor
Condition
1. Pad worn
2. Pedal free-play excessive
3. Brake fluid leaking
4. Hydraulic system entrapped air
5. Master cylinder/brake cylinder seal worn
Problem: Brake lever travel excessive
Condition
1. Hydraulic system entrapped air
2. Brake fluid low
3. Brake fluid incorrect
4. Piston seal - cup worn
Problem: Brake fluid leaking
Condition
1. Connection joints loose
2. Hose cracked
3. Piston seal worn
Remedy
1. Replace shaft
Remedy
1. Replace pads
2. Adjust free-play
3. Repair - replace hydraulic system
4. Bleed hydraulic system
5. Replace appropriate cylinder
Remedy
1. Bleed hydraulic system
2. Add fluid to proper level/bleed system
3. Replace with correct fluid
4. Replace master cylinder
Remedy
1. Tighten joint
2. Replace hose
3. Replace master/brake cylinder
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