PEDAL PLAY INSPECTION
1. Pump the pedal several times to release the vacuum in the power brake unit.
2. Gently depress the pedal by hand and measure the pedal play.
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If not within the specification, inspect the wear of the clevis pin. Replace it if there is any
malfunction.
Brake pedal play 2-5 mm {0.08-0.19 in}
PEDAL-TO-FLOOR CLEARANCE INSPECTION
1. Start the engine and depress the brake pedal with a force of 147 N {15.0 kgf, 33.0 lbf}.
2. Measure the distance from the center of the upper surface of the pedal pad to the floor covering and verify
that it is as specified.
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If it is less than the specification, inspect for air in the brake line.
Brake pedal-to-floor clearance (Brake pedal when depressed at 147 N {15.0 kgf, 33.0 lbf})
97.6 mm {3.84 in} or more
Fig. 4: Identifying Pedal-To-Floor Clearance
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
NOTE:
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If there is no malfunction in the clevis pin, there is a possibility
that the power brake unit has some malfunction. Verify that
there are no malfunctions, and replace it if necessary.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 BRAKES Conventional Brake System - Mazda CX-9
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