2009 Arctic Cat 150 ATV Service Manual, Page 16Get this manual
Brake Systems ! WARNING
After servicing components that are brake-related, ALWAYS check and adjust brakes as necessary before operating the ATV
5If the front wheels lock evenly, adjustment is correct6If the front wheels do not lock evenly, additional adjustment is necessary7Once proper adjustment is obtained, tighten the jam nutsMEASURINGREPLACING BRAKE SHOESPADS Removing Front Brake Shoes 1Support the ATV on support stand2Remove both front wheels and account for the cap screws3Remove the cotter pins, castle nuts, and washers; then remove the brake drumswheel hubs4Loosen the brake shoe return spring; then remove the brake shoes
Although the brake systems have been adjusted at the factory, the brakes should be checked for proper operationThe brakes must be maintained to be fully functionalCHECKING FRONT WHEEL BRAKE 1With the engine off, compress the right-hand (front) brake lever and attempt to move the ATV2If the front wheels are locked, it is adjusted properly3If the front wheels are not locked or if only one wheel locks, adjustment is necessaryCHECKING REAR WHEEL BRAKE 1With the engine off, compress the left-hand (rear) brake lever and attempt to move the ATV2If the rear wheels are locked, it is serviceable3If the rear wheels are not locked, bleed the brake system or replace the pads as necessaryADJUSTING FRONT WHEEL BRAKE 1Raise the ATV enough to allow the front wheels to spin freely2Loosen both jam nuts on the right-hand (front) brake leverTurn both cable adjusters counterclockwise until both front wheels do not spin freely