2003 Mazda Mazda3 (BK) — Repair Solution

2.0L LFDE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Manual · Brake Pedal Soft / Poor Stopping · Brakes & ABS

Mazda Mazda3 (BK) Brake Pedal Soft / Poor Stopping Brakes & ABS Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mazda
Model: Mazda3 (BK)
Year: 2003
Engine: 2.0L LFDE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Manual
Kilometres: 290,000
Area: Brakes & ABS
Category: Brake Pedal Soft / Poor Stopping

Customer Complaint

The brakes feel weak and the pedal has a long travel.

Problem Summary

The customer noticed the problem about six weeks ago where the brake pedal felt soft and lower than normal. After some testing, the brake master cylinder was replaced and the system bled. The vehicle was given back to the owner but about two weeks later the customer returned with almost no brakes and the fluid reservoir was almost empty.

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Quick Facts

CodeMAZBK0327249
Vehicle2003 Mazda Mazda3 (BK)
Engine2.0L LFDE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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