BRAKES
9.6
BRAKE BLEEDING--FLUID CHANGE
NOTE: When bleeding the brakes or replacing the
fluid always start with the furthest caliper from the
master cylinder.
CAUTION:
Always wear safety glasses.
CAUTION:
Brake fluid will damage finished surfaces. Do not
allow brake fluid to come in contact with finished
surfaces.
This procedure should be used to change fluid or
bleed brakes during regular maintenance.
1. Clean reservoir cover thoroughly.
2. Remove cover from reservoir.
3. If changing fluid, remove old fluid from reservoir
with a Mity Vac
t pump or similar tool.
Mity Vact (PN 2870975)
4. Add brake fluid to the indicated MAX level of
reservoir.
Polaris DOT 3 Brake Fluid (PN 2870990)
Or
DOT 4 Brake Fluid
5. Begin bleeding procedure with the caliper that is
farthest from the master cylinder. Install a box
end wrench on caliper bleeder screw . Attach a
clean, clear hose to fitting and place the other end
in a clean container. Be sure the hose fits tightly
on fitting.
6. Slowly pump foot pedal until pressure builds and
holds.
7. Hold brake pedal on to maintain pedal pressure,
and open bleeder screw. Close bleeder screw
and release foot pedal.
NOTE:Do not release foot pedal before bleeder screw
is tight or air may be drawn into master cylinder.
8. Repeat procedure until clean fluid appears in
bleeder hose and all air has been purged. Add
fluid as necessary to maintain level in reservoir.
CAUTION:
Maintain at least 1/2² (1.27 cm) of brake fluid in the
reservoir to prevent air from entering the master
cylinder.
9. T ighten bleeder screw securely and remove
bleeder hose.
10. Repeat procedure Step 5 through Step 9 for the
remaining calipers.
11. Add brake fluid to MAX level inside reservoir.
Master Cylinder Fluid Level
Between the MIN line and the
MAX line of reservoir.
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