Polaris 2011 ATV Sportsman Forest 550 - Manual (Page 88)

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MAINTENANCE
Brake Fluid
Hand Brake
The master cylinder is located on
the left handlebar. Maintain the
fluid level 6 mm below the top
edge of the master cylinder. Do
not overfill.
1. Position the vehicle on a
level surface. Make sure the
handlebars are straight.
2. View the fluid level through
the indicator window (eye)
on the top of the master cyl-
inder.
Tip: The eye will appear dark when
the fluid level is full. When fluid
is low, the eye will be clear.
3. If the fluid level is low,
remove the cover screws and
add fluid to the fill line. Do
not overfill.
4. Reinstall the cover. Torque screws to 7 in. lbs. (.8 Nm).
Foot Brake
The foot brake fluid reservoir is
located under the front rack. The
brake fluid reservoir cap is black.
NOTICE: Do not use ADC fluid in the
brake fluid reservoir. ADC
fluid will damage the rubber
components of the brake
system.
Master
Cylinder
Indicator
Window
Full
Low
Brake Fluid Reservoir