1997 Mazda MPV Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mazda MPV AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mazda MPV cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> B-Series -> Except B-Series & Tribute -> Manual -> Pressure -> Tribute
Vehicle: 1997 Mazda MPV 3.0 V6 GAS

Except B-Series & Tribute

  • Raise and support vehicle with jack stands.
  • Fill reservoir with brake fluid, ensure reservoir is at least half full at all times during bleeding procedure.
  • After removing bleeder cap, connect one end of transparent vinyl tube to bleeder and place other end in a clean, clear container that is half full with brake fluid.
  • One person should depress pedal a few times, then hold the pedal depressed.
  • A second person should loosen the bleeder screw and drain fluid, then retighten screw to specifications.
  • Repeat steps 4 and 5 until there are no more air bubbles see...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mazda MPV AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mazda MPV cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Precautions -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System -> Battery Ground Cable
Vehicle: 1997 Mazda MPV 3.0 V6 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

Audio Coded Anti-Theft System

The audio system's anti-theft feature renders the system inoperable after power to the audio unit has been interrupted. Obtaining the anti-theft security code prior to performing repairs will ensure restoration of audio system operation in case the vehicle battery is disconnected or power to the audio unit is otherwise lost during repairs.

Always obtain the security code before interrupting power to the audio unit. To reactivate the unit after power is restored, ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mazda MPV AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mazda MPV cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting -> Check Valve -> Function Check -> Load Test
Vehicle: 1997 Mazda MPV 3.0 V6 GAS

Function Check

  • Stop engine and depress brake pedal a few times to relieve vacuum.
  • With pedal depressed, start engine. After starting engine, pedal should move down slightly. If so, unit is functioning.
  • After engine has run two minutes, turn it off. Depress pedal with normal force.
  • If the first pedal stroke is long and gets shorter with subsequent strokes, the unit is operating. If a problem is found, inspect check valve, vacuum hose and installation. Repair if required and inspect again.
  • Start engine and depress pedal with usual force.
  • Stop engine with pedal still depressed. Hold peda...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mazda MPV AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mazda MPV cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description
Vehicle: 1997 Mazda MPV 3.0 V6 GAS

When the brake pedal is depressed, a vacuum builds up in the booster which amplifies the pedal force, pressing on the piston in the master cylinder. The piston raises the hydraulic pressure in the cylinder. This hydraulic pressure i...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mazda MPV AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mazda MPV cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Adjustments -> B-Series -> Except B-Series -> Parking Brake
Vehicle: 1997 Mazda MPV 3.0 V6 GAS

Parking Brake

B-Series

The parking brake on these vehicles is self adjusting. Depress parking brake completely to the f...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Mazda MPV AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Mazda MPV cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> B-Series -> Front -> Miata -> Millenia -> MPV -> MX-6 & 626 -> Protege -> Rear -> Replacement -> Service -> Tribute
Vehicle: 1997 Mazda MPV 3.0 V6 GAS

Front

B-Series
Replacement
  • Raise and support vehicle and remove wheel.
  • Remove brake line and plug to avoid fluid loss and air entering line.
  • Remove caliper mounting bolts.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Service
  • Remove excess dirt from caliper assembly, then remove and discard dust boot.
  • Place a piece of wood in caliper and gently blow compressed air into brake line hole to help force out piston. Do not pry piston out, as you may damage assembly.
  • Inspect piston for wear and corrosion. Replace as needed.
  • Remove piston seal and discard.
  • Remove and inspect bleeder screw. Replace as needed.
  • Inspec...

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