2008 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4x4 Owners Manual - Page 155
2008 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4x4 Manual
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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 153 Brakes Front Brake: Disc and brake pad wear is automatically compensated for and has no effect on the brake lever action. There are no parts that require adjustment on the front brake. WARNING HAZARD Air in brake line. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Can make the brake feel mushy or soft. This may cause reduced braking performance or brake failure and result in an accident. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD If brake lever travel is excessive or the brake feels mushy, have an authorized Kawasaki dealer inspect it immediately. A. Lining Thickness B. 1 mm (0.04 in.) j Disc Brake Fluid In accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart, inspect the brake fluid level in the front brake fluid reservoir and change the brake fluid. The brake fluid should also be changed if it becomes contaminated with dirt or water. Fluid Requirement Brake Wear Inspection In accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart, inspect the brakes for wear. For each front disc brake caliper, if the thickness of either pad is less than 1 mm (0.04 in.), replace both pads in the caliper as a set. Pad wear inspection and pad replacement should be done by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. Use extra heavy-duty brake fluid only from a container marked DOT4. NOTICE Do not spill brake fluid onto any painted surface. It will damage the paint. If brake fluid is spilled, wash it off immediately with water.