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Brake Pedal Removal/Installation: Notes

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CAUTION:
  • The clearance between the brake switch and the brake pedal is automatically adjusted to the correct amount when the brake switch is inserted into the installation hole on the brake pedal and rotated to fix in place. If the brake switch is not properly installed, the clearance may be incorrect causing a brake light malfunction. Therefore, always verify that the brake pedal is properly installed and fully released before installing the brake switch to the pedal.
  • Once the brake switch clearance has automatically been adjusted, it cannot be adjusted again. Therefore, replace the switch with a new one when replacing the power brake unit or the pedal, or performing any procedure that changes the pedal stroke.
  • Secure the steering wheel using tape or a cable to prevent the steering shaft from rotating after disconnecting the steering shaft. If the steering wheel rotates after the steering shaft and the steering gear and linkage are disconnected, the internal parts of the clock spring could be damaged.
  1. Remove the battery and battery tray. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF, L5] .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3 WITH TC] .)
  2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the insulator bracket as shown in the figure. (L3 WITH TC)
    Fig 1: Identifying Vacuum Hose And Clip
    G06731027Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the wiring harness from the air duct. (L3 WITH TC)
  4. Remove the side wall (driver side). (See SIDE WALL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  5. Disconnect the steering shaft from the steering gear and linkage. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM] .) (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM] .)
  6. Remove the accelerator pedal. (See ACCELERATOR PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF, L5] .) (See ACCELERATOR PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3 WITH TC] .)
  7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
  8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    Fig 2: Identifying Wiring Harness And Air Duct
    G06731028Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    Fig 3: Brake Pedal Replacement Components With Torque Specifications
    G06731029Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.