ESTIMATED TIME 10 Min
DIY COST $0-$20
DIFFICULTY Easy
Driving with the brake light on is very dangerous. If the Mazda brake light comes on, stop immediately and check the brake fluid level. If the brake light doesn't turn off after you add brake fluid, do not continue to drive, or you may lose the brakes while driving.
What you will need
- Mazda Brake Fluid
- The recommended type is listed in your owner's manual or top of the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Procedure
- Park, your Mazda, turn off the ignition, and set the parking brakes.
- Pop open the trunk release located under the dashboard on the driver's side.
- Locate the brake fluid reservoir on the driver's side. Clean the brake fluid reservoir with a clean cloth before removing the cap.
- Check brake fluid level by looking at the side of the reservoir. Note the maximum and minimum marks on the side of the reservoir.
- Remove the cap by twisting it counter-clockwise.
- Add the recommended Mazda brake fluid. This Mazda requires DOT 3 brake fluid, which is stamped on top of the cap.
- Fill your Mazda brake reservoir with brake fluid until you reach the MAX/Full mark. Don't fill it up to the TOP of the reservoir.
Symptoms
If the brake fluid level is low on your Mazda, you will notice symptoms such as:
- The brake pedal is soft when you press it.
- Brake Warning Light in Instrument Cluster
- Brake Warning Light stays on even if you release the parking brakes.
- Low Brake Fluid Level Warning
Do not drive the vehicle with the brake light on.
Notes
Safety Tips
Tips & Warnings
- The recommended brake fluid type is also listed in your owner's manual.
- The recommended brake fluid type is also noted on the top of the cap for the brake fluid reservoir.
- Do not allow the brake fluid to spill on the paint of the vehicle. If brake fluid gets on the paint, wash it off with water. Brake fluid can damage the paint.
- Note that a brake light staying on at startup can indicate a problem with the brake system, but it can be an issue with the charging system or battery in some cases.
- You should not lose brake fluid regularly. If you are losing brake fluid, have the brake system checked by a mechanic immediately.
- If your brake warning light (or ABS light) comes on or is flashing while driving or at startup, stop and check the brake fluid level.
- Driving with the brake light on can put you, your passenger, and others at risk.
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