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Features and controls, Master cylinder/brake fluid – Polaris Sportsman 9922233 User Manual

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Master Cylinder/Brake Fluid

An over-full master cylinder may cause brake drag or brake lock-up, which could

result in an accident. Maintain brake fluid at the recommended level. Do not

overfill.
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 brake failure, which could result in an accident. After

opening a bottle of brake fluid, always discard any unused portion.

The master cylinders are located on the left and right handlebars. Check

the fluid levels of both master cylinders before each use of the vehicle.

1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Position the handlebars so the master cylinders are level.
3. View the brake fluid level through the indicator window on the top

of the master cylinder. The eye will appear dark when the fluid level

is full. When fluid is low, the eye will be clear.

4. If the fluid level is low add DOT 4 brake fluid only. Do not overfill.

WARNING

Master Cylinders

Indicator Windows