2015 Kawasaki Mule 610 4x4 XC Owners Manual - Page 110

2015 Kawasaki Mule 610 4x4 XC Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 109 Brakes The vehicle is equipped with hydraulically activated drum brakes on all four wheels. Brake Pedal In accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart, check the brake pedal free play. Depress the brake pedal lightly by hand. There should be 2 ∼ 5 mm (0.1 ∼ 0.2 in.) of free play. "catchy," have the brake system inspected immediately by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. Brake Shoe Linings Brake Shoe Lining Wear Inspection Brake Pedal Free Play Inspection In accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart have the brake shoe linings checked for wear by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. Brake Fluid In accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart, inspect the brake fluid level in the reservoir and change the brake fluid. The brake fluid should also be changed if it becomes contaminated with dirt or water. j • • Use heavy-duty brake fluid only from a fresh, unopened container marked DOT3. Fluid Requirement WARNING Over time, brake fluid can absorb moisture, lowering its boiling point and reducing brake effectiveness. Do not use fluid from a container that has been left unsealed or that has been open for a long time. Do not mix two types and brands of fluid for use in the brakes. Don't leave the reservoir cap off for any length of time to avoid moisture contamination of the fluid. Don't add or change brake fluid in the rain or during conditions of blowing dust or debris. A. Brake Pedal B. 2 ∼ 5 mm (0.1 ∼ 0.2 in.) the brake pedal has more or less free play • If than specified or the pedal action feels rough or

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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
109
j
Brakes
The vehicle is equipped with hydraulically acti-
vated drum brakes on all four wheels.
Brake Pedal
Brake Pedal Free Play Inspection
In accordance with the Periodic Maintenance
Chart, check the brake pedal free play.
•
Depress the brake pedal lightly by hand.
•
There should be 2
∼
5 mm (0.1
∼
0.2 in.) of free
play.
A. Brake Pedal
B. 2
∼
5 mm (0.1
∼
0.2 in.)
•
If the brake pedal has more or less free play
than specified or the pedal action feels rough or
“catchy,” have the brake system inspected imme-
diately by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
Brake Shoe Linings
Brake Shoe Lining Wear Inspection
In accordance with the Periodic Maintenance
Chart have the brake shoe linings checked for wear
by an authorized Kawasaki dealer.
Brake Fluid
In accordance with the Periodic Maintenance
Chart, inspect the brake fluid level in the reservoir
and change the brake fluid. The brake fluid should
also be changed if it becomes contaminated with
dirt or water.
Fluid Requirement
Use heavy-duty brake fluid only from a fresh, un-
opened container marked DOT3.
WARNING
Over time, brake fluid can absorb moisture,
lowering its boiling point and reducing brake
effectiveness. Do not use fluid from a con-
tainer that has been left unsealed or that
has been open for a long time. Do not mix
two types and brands of fluid for use in the
brakes. Don’t leave the reservoir cap off for
any length of time to avoid moisture con-
tamination of the fluid. Don’t add or change
brake fluid in the rain or during conditions
of blowing dust or debris.