1998-2004 Honda Foreman 450 factory service manual, Page 273Get this manual
14BRAKE SYSTEM SERVICE INFORMATION TROUBLESHOOTING
BRAKE SHOES WHEEL CYLINDER 14-7 ADJUSTER REAR BRAKE BRAKE PEDAL
BRAKE FLU ID REPLACEMENTAIR BLEEDING 14-3 MASTER CYLINDER
14-15 14-23
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL
A contaminated brake drum or shoe reduces stopping powerDiscard contaminated shoes and clean contaminated drum with high quality brake degreasing agent
CAUTION:
Avoid spilling brake fluid on painted, plastic or rubber partsPlace rag or shop towel over these parts whenever the system ;s servicedThis section covers maintenance of the front hydraul ic brake and rear drum brake systemsA jack or other support is required to support the vehicleOnce the hydrau lic system has been opened, or if the brake feels spongy, the system must be bledDo not allow fore ign materia to enter the sy stem when filling the reservoirAlways use fresh DOT or brake fluid from sealed container when servicing the systemDo not mix different types of fluid as they may not be com patible Always check the brake operation before riding the vehicle Apply multipurpose grease (NLGI No.3) to the front brake waterproof seal lip