Burnishing Brake Pads; Coolant - Arctic Cat 700 Diesel ATV 2007 Service Manual

NOTE: The brake pads should be replaced as a
set.
4. To replace the brake pads, use the following proce-
dure.
A. Remove the wheel.
B. Remove the cap screws securing the caliper
holder to the knuckle; then remove the pads.
C. Install the new brake pads.
D. Secure the caliper to the knuckle and/or axle
housing with the cap screws. Tighten to specifi-
cations (see Section 10).
E. Install the wheel. Tighten to specifications (see
Section 10).
5. Burnish the brake pads (see Burnishing Brake
Pads in this section).
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Burnishing Brake Pads

Brake pads (both hydraulic and auxiliary) must be bur-
nished to achieve full braking effectiveness. Braking
distance will be extended until brake pads are properly
burnished. To properly burnish the brake pads, use the
following procedure.
! WARNING
Failure to properly burnish the brake pads could
lead to premature brake pad wear or brake loss.
Brake loss can result in severe injury.
1. Choose an area large enough to safely accelerate
the ATV to 30 mph and to brake to a stop.
2. Accelerate to 30 mph; then compress brake lever or
apply the auxiliary brake to decelerate to 0-5 mph.
3. Repeat procedure on each brake system five times
until brake pads are burnished.
4. Adjust the auxiliary brake (if necessary).
5. Verify that the brakelight illuminates when the
hand lever is compressed or the brake pedal is
depressed.

Coolant

The cooling system should be inspected daily for leak-
age and damage. Also, the coolant level should be
checked periodically.
When filling the cooling system, use a coolant/water
mixture which will satisfy the coldest anticipated
weather conditions of the area in accordance with the
coolant manufacturer's recommendations. While the
cooling system is being filled, air may become trapped;
therefore, elevate the rear of the ATV 30-40 cm (12-16
in.) to allow air to bleed from the filler neck. Run the
engine for several minutes; then shut off the engine and
fill with coolant to the top of the filler neck.
NOTE: Use a good quality, biodegradable gly-
col-based, automotive-type antifreeze.
! WARNING
Never check the coolant level when the engine is hot
or the cooling system is under pressure.
! CAUTION
After operating the ATV for the initial 5-10 minutes,
stop the engine, allow the engine to cool down, and
check the coolant level. Add coolant as necessary.
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