2012 Yamaha Motorsports VMAX Owners Manual - Page 82
2012 Yamaha Motorsports VMAX Manual
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT Rear brake ● 1 1. Minimum level mark TIP The rear brake fluid reservoir is located under the passenger seat. (See page 4-22.) 7 Specified brake fluid: DOT 4 EWA16010 Clean the filler cap before removing. Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container. ● Use only the specified brake fluid; otherwise, the rubber seals may deteriorate, causing leakage. ● Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Adding a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result in a harmful chemical reaction. ● Be careful that water or dust does not enter the brake fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will significantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may result in vapor lock, and dirt may clog the ABS hydraulic unit valves. ECA17640 tem leakage; therefore, be sure to check the brake pads for wear and the brake system for leakage. If the brake fluid level goes down suddenly, have a Yamaha dealer check the cause before further riding. WARNING Improper maintenance can result in loss of braking ability. Observe these precautions: ● Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the brake system, reducing braking performance. NOTICE Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces or plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid immediately. As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake fluid level to gradually go down. A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and/or brake sys7-27