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BRAKE FLUID BLEEDING
FLUID REPLACEMENT
NOTE
When bleeding the brakes or replacing the fluid, always
start with the caliper farthest from the master cylinder.
CAUTION
Always wear safety glasses during these procedures.
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 screws, cover and diaphragm from master
cylinder reservoir.
3. Inspect vent slots in cover and remove any debris or
blockage.
4. If changing fluid, remove old fluid from reservoir and
lines at the bleeders with a Mity Vac or similar tool.
NOTE
Do not move brake lever when reservoir fluid level is
low.
5. Add brake fluid to .25” - .30” (6 - 8 mm) from the top
of the reservoir.
Polaris DOT 4 Brake Fluid
PN: 2872189
FRONT BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING
1. Remove the reservoir cover from the hand brake
master cylinder and verify fluid is at specified level.
2. If fluid level is low, add brake fluid to .25” - .30” (6 - 8
mm) from the top of the reservoir.
3. Install a box end wrench on foot master cylinder
bleeder screw. Attach a clean, clear hose to fitting
and place the other end in a container. Be sure the
hose fits tightly on fitting.
NOTE
Install diaphragm and cover onto the hand master
cylinder reservoir to prevent spills. Do not tighten the
cover.
4. Slowly pump the hand brake lever until pressure
builds and holds.
5. While maintaining lever pressure, open bleeder
screw.
BRAKE SYSTEM
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