Brake Pedal Height & Stoplight Switch
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1994 Mazda MX-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Released pedal height is measured from carpet surface on vertical portion of firewall to pedal pad center. Disconnect stoplight switch electrical connector. Loosen lock nut on stoplight switch. Rotate switch away from pedal. Loosen push rod lock nut. Rotate push rod until correct pedal height is obtained. See BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS table.
- Adjust pedal free play. See BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY under ADJUSTMENTS. Tighten push rod lock nut to 18-25 ft. lbs. (24-34 N.m).
- Rotate stoplight switch until it contacts pedal and then rotate an additional 1/2 turn. Tighten stoplight switch lock nut to 10-13 ft. lbs. (14-18 N.m). Reconnect stoplight switch electrical connector.
- Applied pedal height is measured from angled portion of firewall (without carpet) to pedal pad center. Start engine. Depress brake pedal with 132 lbs. (60 kg) pressure.
- Measure applied pedal height. See BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS table. If distance is not as specified, check for air in system, improper rear brake adjustment or worn shoes or pads.
BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | In. (mm) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Pedal Released | 7.6-7.7 (193-196) | ||
| Pedal Applied (1) | 2.8 (70) | ||
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