Maintenance, Warning, Brakes – Polaris MV700 User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Brakes

The front and rear brakes are hydraulic disc brakes, activated by

moving the single brake lever toward the handlebar. These brakes are

self-adjusting.
The following checks are recommended to keep the brake system in

good operating condition. Check more often if brakes are used heavily

under normal operation.

WARNING

Never store or use a partial bottle of brake fluid. Brake fluid is

hygroscopic, meaning it rapidly absorbs moisture from the air.

The moisture causes the boiling temperature of the brake fluid to

drop, which can lead to early brake fade and the possibility of

accident or severe injury. After opening a bottle of brake fluid,

always discard any unused portion.

1. Always keep brake fluid at an adequate level (see page 30).

WARNING

An over-full master cylinder may cause brake drag or brake

lock-up, which could result in serious injury or death. Maintain

brake fluid at the recommended level. Do not overfill.

NOTE: Under normal operation, the diaphragm extends into the

reservoir as fluid level drops. If the fluid level is low and the

diaphragm is not extended, a leak is likely and the diaphragm

should be replaced. Always fill the reservoir as needed

whenever the cover is loosened or removed to ensure proper

diaphragm operation. Use Polaris DOT 4 brake fluid. Do not

overfill.

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