Yamaha Grizzly 700 FI Owner's Manual - Changing The Brake Fluid

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Observe these precautions:

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When checking the fluid level, make sure that

the top of the brake fluid reservoir is level.

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Use only the recommended quality brake fluid,

otherwise the rubber seals may deteriorate,

causing leakage and poor braking performance.

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Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Mixing

fluids may result in a harmful chemical reaction

and lead to poor braking performance.

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Be careful that water does not enter the brake

fluid reservoir when refilling. Water will signifi-

cantly lower the boiling point of the fluid and may

result in vapor lock.

●

Brake fluid may deteriorate painted surfaces or

plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid imme-

diately.

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As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake

fluid level to gradually go down. However, if the

brake fluid level goes down suddenly, have a

Yamaha dealer check the cause.

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Changing the brake fluid 

Have a Yamaha dealer change the brake fluid at

the intervals specified in the TIP after the periodic

maintenance and lubrication chart. In addition,

have the oil seals of the master cylinders and cali-

pers as well as the brake hoses replaced at the in-

tervals listed below or whenever they are damaged

or leaking.

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Oil seals: Replace every two years.

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Brake hoses: Replace every four years.

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Checking the front and rear brake lever 

free play 

The front and rear brake lever free play must be

checked at the intervals specified in the periodic

maintenance and lubrication chart. The brake le-

vers should have no free play as shown. If there is

free play, have a Yamaha dealer check the brake

system.

Recommended brake fluid:

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