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MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
– Brake cleanliness
– Brake discs for excessive wear and
surface condition
– Brake pads for wear, damage or
looseness.
Have your authorized Can-Am dealer
inspect brake pads for wear or dam-
age.
BRAKE PAD
MINIMUM
THICKNESS
1 mm (.039 in)
See your authorized Can-Am dealer if
a problem is detected concerning the
brake system.
Recommended Brake Fluid
Always use brake fluid meeting the
specification DOT 4 only.
NOTICE
To avoid serious damage
to the braking system, do not use
fluids other than the recommended
one, nor mix different fluids for top-
ping up.
Brake Fluid Level
Brake fluid reservoirs are located on
the handlebar above brake levers.
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LH REAR BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
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RH FRONT BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
Turn steering in the straight-ahead po-
sition to ensure reservoirs are levelled.
With vehicle on a level surface, check
brake fluid in reservoirs for proper
level. They should be above the MIN.
mark.
NOTE:
The reservoir is full when the
fluid reaches the top of the window.
Add fluid as required.
Do not overfill.
Clean filler cap before removing.
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TYPICAL
1. Minimum
2. Maximum
NOTICE
Use only DOT 4 brake
fluid from a sealed container. Do
not use brake fluid taken from old or
already opened containers.
NOTE:
A low level may indicate leaks
or worn brake pads. See an authorized
Can-Am dealer.
Visually inspect lever boot condition.
Check for cracks, tears, or other dam-
ages. Replace if damaged.
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