Mazda MX-5 1990 Workshop Manual page 474

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PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM
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PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem
Brakes do not
release
Parking brake does
not hold
well
Possible cause Action Page
Improper return of parking brake cable or improper ad- Repair or adjust P-29
justment
Excessive lever stroke Adjust P-27
Brake cable stuck or damaged
Repair or replace P-29
Brake fluid or oil on pads Clean or replace
P-18,22
Hardening of pad surfaces or poor contact Grind or replace P-18,22
05UOPX-056
05UOPX-057
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
Inspection
1. Depress the brake pedal several times.
05UOPX-055
2. Verify that the stroke is within specification when the park-
ing brake lever is pulled with a force of 98 N (10 kg, 22 Ib).
Stroke: 5-7 notches
Adjustment
1. Jack up the rear of the vehicle until the wheels are free to
turn and support it with stands,
2. Depress the brake pedal several times.
3. Turn the adjusting nut to adjust the lever stroke.
4. Check that the parking brake warning light illuminates when
the brake lever is pulled one notch.
Caution
• Verify that the brakes do not drag.
5. Lower the vehicle.
P-27