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Maintenance, Brakes – Polaris 500 IQ Shift User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Brakes

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Hydraulic Brake Inspection

Inspect brake lever travel before each use of the snowmobile. See page

42.
Brake pads must be replaced when the brake pad material becomes thin-

ner than the backing plate (approximately 1/16I). A kit is available for

replacing brake pads. See your dealer.

WARNING! Brake failure during operation can result in serious injury or death.

Properly functioning brakes are vital to your safety. Be sure the brake pads do

not drag on the disc and that brake lever travel is not excessive. Always replace

brake pads when the brake pad material becomes thinner than the backing plate
(approximately 1/16

I

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Brake Components

1. Brake Caliper
2. Brake Disc
3. Brake Pad Material

(Replace when thickness is

less than 1/16I/1.5 mm).

Excessive Lever Travel

Hydraulic brakes are self-

adjusting, but if excessive

brake pad clearance develops,

bring the machine to an autho-

rized Polaris dealer for inspec-

tion and adjustment.

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