2011 Mazda Mazda3 (BL) — Repair Solution

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

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

Vehicle Details

Make: Mazda
Model: Mazda3 (BL)
Year: 2011
Engine: 2.0L LFDE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Manual
Kilometres: 185,000
Area: Brakes & ABS
Category: Brake Pedal Soft / Poor Stopping

Customer Complaint

The customer reported that the brake pedal felt spongy when braking.

Problem Summary

The brake system had a soft pedal with no associated warning lights or fault codes. Despite replacement of the brake master cylinder, the condition did not improve.

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Quick Facts

CodeMAZBL1127249
Vehicle2011 Mazda Mazda3 (BL)
Engine2.0L LFDE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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