Mazda MX-5 NA silhouetteMX-5 NA

BRAKE SYSTEM

P-7prose procedure

BRAKE FLUID

Inspection

Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between MAX and MIN. If the fluid level is extremely low, check the brake system for leaks.
Fluid specification
SAE J1703 or FMVSS 116, DOT-3

Replacement

  1. 1
    Remove the brake fluid from the reservoir with a suction pump.
    Brake fluid reservoir with a suction pump inserted into the reservoir, illustrating removal of old brake fluid.
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  2. 2
    Fill the reservoir with clean brake fluid.
  3. 3
    Attach a vinyl tube to the bleeder screw and place the other end of the tube in a clear container.
  4. 4
    Pump out the old brake fluid by loosening the bleeder screws one by one and pumping the brake pedal until only clean fluid is expelled.
  5. 5
    Fill the reservoir to the specified level.

BRAKE PEDAL

On-vehicle Inspection

Pedal height

Check that the distance from the center of the upper surface of the pedal pad to the carpet is as specified.
Pedal heightWith carpet
171—181mm (6.93—7.13 in)

Adjustment

  1. 1
    Disconnect the stoplight switch connector.
    Brake pedal assembly viewed from the side with callouts: A (stoplight switch), B (locknut), C (locknut on operating rod). Shows PEDAL HEIGHT measurement from pedal pad center to carpet, PLAY (free play), and PEDAL TO FLOOR CLEARANCE.
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  2. 2
    Loosen locknut (B) and turn switch (A) until it does not contact the pedal.
  3. 3
    Loosen locknut (B) and turn rod (C) to adjust the height.
  4. 4
    Adjust the pedal free play and tighten operating rod locknut.
  5. 5
    Turn the stoplight switch until it contacts the pedal; then turn an additional 1/2 turn. Tighten the locknut.

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