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EBU29841Checking the brake fluid level Before riding, check that the brake fluid is above
the minimum level mark. Check the brake fluid lev-
el with the top of the reservoir level. Replenish the
brake fluid if necessary.
WARNING
EWB02720Improper maintenance can result in loss of
braking ability. Observe these precautions:
●Insufficient brake fluid may allow air to enter
the brake system, reducing braking perfor-
mance.●Clean the filler cap before removing. Use
only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed contain-
er.●Use only the specified brake fluid; otherwise,
the rubber seals may deteriorate, causing
leakage.●Refill with the same type of brake fluid. Add-
ing a brake fluid other than DOT 4 may result
in a harmful chemical reaction.●Be careful that water does not enter the
brake fluid reservoir when refilling. Water
will significantly lower the boiling point of
the fluid and may result in vapor lock.NOTICEECB01160Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled fluid im-
mediately.As the brake pads wear, it is normal for the brake
fluid level to gradually go down. A low brake fluid
level may indicate worn brake pads and/or brake
system leakage; therefore, be sure to check the
1. Minimum level markSpecified brake fluid:DOT 4
1
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81. Loosen the locknut at the brake lever.
2. To increase the brake lever free play, turn thebrake lever free play adjusting bolt in direction
(a). To decrease the brake lever free play, turn
the adjusting bolt in direction (b). NOTICE:
Distance A must not measure more than
12.7 mm (0.50 in). If distance A exceeds
12.7 mm (0.50 in), the specified brake lever
free play cannot be obtained, therefore
proceed with the following steps.
[ECB01141]
1. Brake lever free play
1. Locknut
2. Distance A
3. Brake lever free play adjusting bolt
12
3
(a)
(b)
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TIPIf the specified brake lever free play could be ob-
tained as described above, skip steps 3-8.3. Fully turn the adjusting bolt in direction (a) toloosen the brake cable.
4. Slide the rubber cover back.
5. Loosen the brake cable adjuster locknut.
6. To increase the brake lever free play, turn the brake lever free play adjusting nut in direction
(a). To decrease the brake lever free play, turn the adjusting nut in direction (b).
NOTICE:
Make sure that distance B measures 22
mm (0.87 in) or less. If distance B reaches
22 mm (0.87 in), adjust the brake lever free
play at the brake lever again. If distance A
exceeds 12.7 mm (0.50 in), have a Yamaha
dealer check the vehicle.
[ECB01151]
7. Tighten the brake cable adjuster locknut.
8. Slide the rubber cover to its original position.
9. Tighten the locknut at the brake lever.
Adjusting the brake pedal height
The top of the brake pedal should be positioned
75.0–85.0 mm (2.95–3.35 in) above the footboard
bracket. If the brake pedal height is incorrect, ad-
just it as follows.
1. Rubber cover
2. Distance B
3. Brake cable adjuster locknut
4. Brake lever free play adjusting nut
1
2
3
4
(b)(a)
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81. Remove the footboard by removing the bolts
and nuts. 2. Loosen the locknut.
1. Distance between brake pedal and footboard bracket1
1. Footboard
2. Bolt and nut
3. Bolt22
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3. Turn the adjusting bolt in or out until the brake
pedal height is within the specified limits.
4. Tighten the locknut.
5. Install the footboard by installing the bolts and nuts, and then tighten them to the specified
torques.
TIPTighten the footboard bolts in the order shown.
1. Locknut
2. Adjusting boltTightening torque:Locknut:7 Nm (0.7 m·kgf, 5.1 ft·lbf)
21
1. Footboard bolt A
2. Footboard bolt B11
2
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8Adjusting the brake pedal free play
The brake pedal free play should measure 20.0
mm (0.79 in). If the free play is incorrect, adjust it
as follows.
TIPThe brake lever free play and brake pedal height
must be adjusted before adjusting the brake pedal
free play.1. Loosen the locknut.
Tightening torques:
Footboard bolt A:4.0 Nm (0.40 m·kgf, 2.9 ft·lbf)
Footboard bolt B: 7 Nm (0.7 m·kgf, 5.1 ft·lbf)
656
656
2
4
3
1
1. Brake pedal free play
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2. To increase the brake pedal free play, turn the
brake pedal free play adjusting nut in direction
(a). To decrease the brake pedal free play,
turn the adjusting nut in direction (b).
3. Tighten the locknut.
EBU24230Axle boots The axle boots must be checked for damage at the
intervals specified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart. Check the axle boots for tears or
damage. If any damage is found, have them re-
placed by a Yamaha dealer.1. Locknut
2. Brake pedal free play adjusting nut
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(a)
(b)
1. Front axle boot (each side)
1. Rear axle boot (each side)
1
1
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8For EPS models
1. Headlight fuse
2. Ignition fuse
3. Auxiliary DC jack fuse
4. Four-wheel-drive motor fuse
5. Signaling system fuse
6. Backup fuse (for clock)
7. Spare fuse
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1. Main fuse
2. Fuse box
3. EPS fuse
4. Spare main fuse
12
3
4
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