2010 Arctic Cat 700 Diesel SD ATV Service Manual, Page 20Get this manual
CAUTION This hydraulic brake system is designed to use DOT brake fluid onlyIf brake fluid must be added, care must be taken as brake fluid is very corrosive to painted surfaces
DSecure the caliper to the knuckle andor axle housing with the cap screwsTighten to 20 ft-lb
INSPECTING HOSES Carefully inspect the hydraulic brake hoses for cracks or other damageIf found, the brake hoses must be replacedCHECKINGREPLACING PADS The clearance between the brake pads and brake discs is adjusted automatically as the brake pads wearThe only maintenance that is required is replacement of the brake pads when they show excessive wearCheck the thickness of each of the brake pads as follows1Remove front wheel2Measure the thickness of each brake pad3If thickness of either brake pad is less than 1.0 mm (0.039 in, the brake pads must be replacedPR377B
EInstall the wheelTighten to 45 ft-lb5Burnish the brake pads (see Burnishing Brake Pads in this section)
Burnishing Brake Pads
Brake pads (both hydraulic and auxiliary) must be burnished to achieve full braking effectivenessBraking distance will be extended until brake pads are properly burnishedTo properly burnish the brake pads, use the following procedure