Brake Pedal Height & Stoplight Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6 and 2003 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: If the brake switch is removed from the brake pedal, its proper functioning after being reinstalled cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, if the brake switch is removed, it must be replaced with a new one. When the brake switch connector is connected to the brake switch, the clearance with the pedal stopper is adjusted automatically. However, this mechanism will only function one time.

Verify that distance from center of upper surface of pedal pad to carpet is as specified. See BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS table. If not as specified, adjust brake pedal height. Loosen lock nut "B", and turn adjusting bolt "A" until it does not contact brake pedal. See Figure.
Loosen lock nut "D", and turn rod "C" to adjust pedal height. Tighten the bolt with lock nut "B". Tighten to specification.
After adjustment, inspect the pedal play and the brake light operation.
NOTE: The new brake switch projection height is adjusted automatically.

BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS

Application

In. (mm)

Pedal Released

7.36 (187)

Pedal Applied ⁽¹⁾

2.7 (68)

⁽¹⁾	Minimum height with force of 132 lbs. (179 N.m).