Checking for hydraulic pressure

1999 Mazda 626 ES, 2.5 D, StandardSECTION Checking for hydraulic pressure
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  1. When the engine is stopped (vacuum 0 kPa {0 mmHg, 0 inHg}Β  ) and the fluid pressure is within the specification, the unit is operating.
    FLUID PRESSURE SPECIFICATION

    Pedal force Fluid pressure
    200 N {20 kgf, 44 Ibf} 590 kPa {6.02 kgf/cm2 , 85.6 psi} min.
  2. Start the engine. Depress the brake pedal when the vacuum reaches 66.7 kPa {500 mmHg, 19.7 inHg}Β  .
    • If the fluid pressure is within the specification, the unit is operating.
    • If the fluid pressure is not as specified, inspect for damage to the check valve or vacuum hose, and fluid leakage of the hydraulic line. Repair as necessary, and inspect again.
      FLUID PRESSURE SPECIFICATION

      Pedal force Fluid pressure
      200 N {20 kgf, 44 Ibf} 8,780 kPa {89.53 kgf/cm2 , 1,273 psi} min.
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