Subaru 2009 IMPREZA, Service Manual

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BR-44
Brake Pedal
BRAKE
C: INSPECTION
1) Move the brake pedal pads in a horizontal direc-
tion with a force of approx. 10 N (1 kgf, 2 lbf), and
check that the pedal deflection is in the range of
specifications.
CAUTION:
If excessive deflection is noted, replace with a
new bushing.
Deflection of brake pedal:
Limit
5.0 mm (0.197 in) or less
2) Check the position of the pedal pad.
Pedal height L:
150 — 160 mm (5.91 — 6.29 in)
Brake pedal free play A:
0.5 — 2 mm (0.020 — 0.079 in) [When pulling
the brake pedal upward with a force of less
than 10 N (1 kgf, 2 lbf).]
3) If out of specification, perform the procedures
below to adjust.
4) Remove the stop light switch. <Ref. to BR-45,
REMOVAL, Stop Light Switch.>
5) Loosen the lock nut of the brake booster operat-
ing rod, and rotate the rod to adjust the pedal height
L to be within the standard value.
6) Tighten the lock nut.
Tightening torque:
22 N·m (2.2 kgf-m, 16.2 ft-lb)
7) Install the stop light switch. <Ref. to BR-45, IN-
STALLATION, Stop Light Switch.>
(1) Brake pedal
(1) Stop light switch
(2) Mat
(3) Toe board
(4) Brake booster operating rod
BR-00105
(1)
BR-00532
(1)
A
L
(3)
(4)
(2)