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Pre-ride inspections, Before starting the engine – Polaris Widetrack LX User Manual

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PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS

Before Starting the Engine

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Hydraulic Brakes

Always check the following items for proper operation before starting

the engine.

Brake Lever Travel
Squeeze the brake lever. It should

move no closer to the handgrip

than 1/2 inch (1.3 cm). A smaller

distance indicates low brake fluid

level or air in the hydraulic sys-

tem. See pages 76-77 or see your

dealer for service.

Lever Feel
If the brake lever feels “spongy” when squeezed, check the brake fluid

level and condition. Add fluid as needed.
Check for the presence of air in the fluid system. See pages 76-77 or see

your dealer for service.

WARNING! Continued use of “spongy” brakes may cause a complete loss of

brakes, which could result in serious injury or death. Always have the brakes

serviced at the first sign of sponginess.

1/2 inch (1.3 cm)

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