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Features and controls, Warning, Brakes – Polaris Sawtooth User Manual

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Brakes

Master Cylinder

Check the brake fluid level in

the master cylinder before each

use of the ATV. The master

cylinder (A) is located on the

right handlebar.
View the fluid level through the

indicator window (B) on the top of

the master cylinder. This eye will

appear dark when the fluid level is

full. When fluid is low, the eye will

be clear.

NOTE: When checking the fluid level, position the ATV on level

ground with the handlebars turned so the top of the reservoir

is level. If the fluid level is low, add DOT 3 brake fluid. DO

NOT OVERFILL. See page 103 for the part numbers of

Polaris products.

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.

WARNING

After opening a bottle of brake fluid, always discard any unused

portion. Never store or use a partial bottle. 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 an

accident and severe injury or death.

A

B