2003-2005 Suzuki LT-A500F Service Manual, Page 344Get this manual
SERVICING INFORMATION
Complaint Poor braking123412345123456Symptom and possible causes Insufficient brake fluidAir in brake fluid circuitWorn padsToo much play on brake pedalLeakage of brake fluid from hydraulic systemWorn padsOil adhesion on engaging surface of padsWorn discAir in hydraulic systemCarbon adhesion on pad surfaceTitled padLoose front wheel axle or rear wheel axleWorn brake padsForeign material in brake fluidClogged return port of master cylinderRemedy Refill to level markBleed air outReplaceAdjustRepair or replaceReplaceClean disc and padsReplaceBleedRepair surface with emery paperModify pad fitting or replaceTighten to specified torqueReplaceReplace brake fluidDisassemble and clean master cylinderClean and lubricateBleedReplenish fluid to specified level and bleed airReplace with correct fluidTighten to specified torque and add brake fluidReplaceReplece piston andor cup