Checking The Brake Fluid Level; Checking The Front Brake Pads; Checking The Rear Brake Pads - Yamaha YZF-R6(V) 2006 Service Manual

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CAUTION:
After adjusting the installed rear master cyl-
inder length, make sure there is no brake
drag.
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2. Adjust:
• Rear brake light switch
Refer to "ADJUSTING THE REAR BRAKE
LIGHT SWITCH" on page 3-23.
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CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL

1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
NOTE:
• Place the vehicle on a suitable stand.
• Make sure the vehicle is upright.
2. Check:
• Brake fluid level
Below the minimum level mark "a" → Add the
recommended brake fluid to the proper level.
Front brake
Recommended fluid
DOT 4
Rear brake
Recommended fluid
DOT 4
A
a
B
a
A. Front brake
B. Rear brake
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WARNING
• Use only the designated brake fluid. Other
brake fluids may cause the rubber seals to
deteriorate, causing leakage and poor
brake performance.
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• Refill with the same type of brake fluid that
is already in the system. Mixing brake fluids
may result in a harmful chemical reaction,
leading to poor brake performance.
• When refilling, be careful that water does
not enter the brake fluid reservoir. Water
will significantly lower the boiling point of
the brake fluid and could cause vapor lock.
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CAUTION:
Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces
and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean up
any spilt brake fluid immediately.
NOTE:
In order to ensure a correct reading of the brake
fluid level, make sure the top of the brake fluid
reservoir is horizontal.
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CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE PADS

The following procedure applies to all of the
brake pads.
1. Operate the brake.
2. Check:
• Front brake pad
Wear indicators "a" almost touch the brake
disc → Replace the brake pads as a set.
Refer to "FRONT BRAKE" on page 4-17.
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CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE PADS

The following procedure applies to all of the
brake pads.
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CHASSIS
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