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BRAKES
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9923412 - 2012 Sportsman 400/500 and EFI Tractor Service Manual
© Copyright 2011 Polaris Sales Inc.
FRONT BRAKES
Pad Removal
1. Elevate and support the of the ATV.
2. Remove the wheel.
3. Loosen pad adjuster screw 2-3 turns.
4. Remove caliper from mounting bracket.
5. Push caliper piston into caliper bore slowly
using a C-
clamp or locking pliers with pads installed.
NOTE: Brake fluid will be forced through
compe
nsating port into master cylinder fluid
reservoir when piston is pushed back into caliper.
Remove excess fluid from reservoir as required.
6. Push mounting bracket inward and slip outer brake
p
ad past edge. Remove inner pad.
Use care when supporting vehicle so that it does not
tip or fall. Severe injury may occur.