2013 Yamaha Motorsports Zuma 50F Owners Manual - Page 57
2013 Yamaha Motorsports Zuma 50F Manual
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EAU1722A PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT EAU32345 Checking the brake fluid level ● ● 1 ● 1. Minimum level mark Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above the minimum level mark. Check the brake fl uid level with the top of the reservoir level. Replenish the brake fluid if necessary. Specified brake fluid: DOT 4 EWA15990 ● tem, reducing braking performance. Clean the fi ller cap before removing. Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container. Use only the specifi ed brake fl uid; otherwise, the rubber seals may deteriorate, causing leakage. Refi ll 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 does not enter the brake fl uid reservoir when refi lling. Water will signifi cantly lower the boiling point of the fl uid and may result in vapor lock. ECA17640 go down. A low brake fluid level may indicate worn brake pads and/or brake system 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. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 WARNING Improper maintenance can result in loss of braking ability. Observe these precautions: ● Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter the brake sys- NOTICE Brake fl uid may damage painted surfaces or plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid immediately. As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake fl uid level to gradually 6-21