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1999 Mazda Protege ES, Automatic
Brake Pedal Height & Stoplight Switch
1999 Mazda Protege ES, AutomaticSECTION Brake Pedal Height & Stoplight Switch
- 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. See Fig 1 . Rotate push rod until correct pedal height is as specified. See BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS table.
- Adjust pedal free play. See BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY . Tighten push rod lock nut to 18-25 ft. lbs. (24-34 N.m). Rotate stoplight switch until it contacts pedal, then rotate an additional 1/2 turn. Tighten stoplight switch lock nut. See Fig 1 . 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 a pressure of 132 lbs. (60 kg). Measure applied pedal height. See BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
table. If distance is not as specified, check for air in system, faulty rear brake adjustment, or worn shoes or pads. Repair as necessary.BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
Application In. (mm) Pedal Released 7.28 (185) Pedal Applied (1) ZM Engine 3.5 (88) FP Engine 3.6 (91) (1) Minimum height.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.