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6.20 Drive and Brake Systems 9923396 - 2007-2012 EDGE/Widetrak LX Service Manual ©2011 Polaris Sales Inc. Brake Fluid Replacement & Bleeding This procedure should be used to change fluid or bleed 1. Clean any dirt from the master cylinder cover. 2. Remove the screws from the cover. 3. Carefully remove the cover and diaphragm assembly 4. Under the cover, inspect the vent slots under the 5. Attach a flexible clear hose to the caliper bleeder 6. Have an assistant loosen the bleeder valve one full 7. Slowly compress the brake lever. As the brake lever 8. Add new brake fluid to the reservoir. 9. Repeat steps 6 through 9 until new brake fluid flows 10. After removing the air or replenishing the brake fluid, actuate the lever. If the lever feels “spongy”, further 11. Torque the bleed fitting when finished. 12. When adding fluid, add DOT 4 brake fluid to 1/4" (.6cm) from the reservoir top. 13. Install cover and diaphragm assembly. 14. Tighten the cover screws. 15. Field test machine before putting into service. Check for proper braking action and lever reserve. Lever NOTE: If the brake lever travel is within specification 16. Verify that the sight glass indicates a full reservoir. 17. Check brake system for any fluid leaks. CAUTION DO NOT RELEASE THE BRAKE LEVER WHEN THE BLEEDER VALVE IS OPEN. DOING SO MAY INTRODUCE AIR INTO THE BRAKE HOSE. = T Bleeder Screw: 8-11 ft-lb (11-15 N-m) = T Cover Screws: 16-20 in-lb (1.8-2.3 N-m) |