The braking system of your Mazda is typically composed of several components and these include the disc brakes, tubes and hoses, and the Mazda brake master cylinder. As you apply force on the brake pedal, you are actually pressing against a plunger in the master cylinder which channels the brake fluid under pressure to a series of tubes and hoses to the braking unit located at each wheels. The master cylinder is specifically the hydraulically operated device that transforms the physical pressure of your foot into a hydraulic pressure that will operate other devices in the braking system. On a disc brake, the brake fluid from the master cylinder is routed to the caliper, allowing it to press the piston, which in turn enables the piston to compress two braking pads against the rotor. This generates an enormous friction, enough to stop or slow down the rotating wheels. The efficiency of the master cylinder is vital so as to successfully execute proper braking performance.
The Mazda brake master cylinder is located in the engine compartment, directly on the firewall.
To increase safety, most modern vehicles have two circuits in their brake system, wherein there are two wheels on each circuit. This concept is remarkable because in case a fluid leak occurs in once circuit, only two wheels will malfunction and lose their brakes and the vehicle will still be able to stop when the brake pedal is pressed. The master cylinder supplies pressure to both of these circuits and it employs two pistons in the same cylinder. This is necessary to make the cylinder failsafe. A combination valve works along with the master cylinder which warns the driver whenever there is a problem with the braking system. Since proper braking is critical for the safety of the vehicle as well as its passengers, it is just proper to ensure that all brake components are at their top working conditions to prevent possible road troubles.
is built to be reliable and rarely malfunctions. It passed stringent quality standards so as to guarantee maximum efficiency and longer service. Although it is made to be tough it is still recommended provide its routine maintenance in order to preserve its inbuilt consistency. By having it inspected periodically, you can be assured that everything's working fine. However, no matter how well you maintain it, for some reasons, it also fails. The most common problem experienced is an internal leak. Brake fluid leak may cause the brake pedal to gradually sink and levels to the floor when your foot applies a steady pressure. Releasing the pedal and quickly stepping on it again can return it to its original height. Correct the problem by eliminating the leak or if the master cylinder is beginning to fail, have it replaced as well. If you have any doubts about the condition of your master cylinder, you can have it checked and diagnosed by a qualified service professional and if a replacement is necessary have it replaced as well. Choose only replacement master cylinder that is designed to suit the specifications of your Mazda model.
