2012 Kawasaki Teryx4 750 4x4 Owners Manual - Page 123

2012 Kawasaki Teryx4 750 4x4 Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 121 the brake pedal has more free play than spec• If ified or the pedal action feels rough or "catchy", have the brake system inspected immediately by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. WARNING Damaged or leaking brake hoses and fittings can cause brake failure resulting in an accident. Inspect brake fluid level regularly. Replace any damaged or leaking brake hoses and fittings. Maintain the brake system in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. 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 Use extra heavy-duty brake fluid only from a container marked DOT3. Fluid Level Inspection brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir • The must be kept between the upper (marked MAX) and lower (marked MIN) level lines. j 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. WARNING Contaminated brake fluid can reduce braking performance or cause brake failure, resulting in an accident. Do not use brake fluid from a container that has been left open or that has been unsealed for a long time. The fluid will absorb moisture and may be contaminated with dust and dirt. A. Brake Fluid Reservoir B. Upper Level Line (MAX) C. Lower Level Line (MIN)

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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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j
If the brake pedal has more free play than spec-
ified or the pedal action feels rough or “catchy”,
have the brake system inspected immediately by
an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
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
Use extra heavy-duty brake fluid only from a con-
tainer marked DOT3.
NOTICE
Do not spill brake fluid onto any painted sur-
face. It will damage the paint. If brake fluid is
spilled, wash it off immediately with water.
WARNING
Contaminated brake fluid can reduce braking
performance or cause brake failure, resulting
in an accident.
Do not use brake fluid from a container that
has been left open or that has been unsealed
for a long time. The fluid will absorb moisture
and may be contaminated with dust and dirt.
WARNING
Damaged or leaking brake hoses and fittings
can cause brake failure resulting in an acci-
dent.
Inspect brake fluid level regularly.
Replace
any
damaged
or
leaking
brake
hoses and fittings.
Maintain the brake system in accordance
with the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
Fluid Level Inspection
The brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir
must be kept between the upper (marked MAX)
and lower (marked MIN) level lines.
A. Brake Fluid Reservoir
B. Upper Level Line (MAX)
C. Lower Level Line (MIN)