![]() ![]() The manual also says to use new mounting screws but im not doing that either. There is an O-ring between the actuator and the caliper that is supposed to be replaced but Im sure if its in good condition its fine to leave it. Remove the parking brake actuator from the rear of the caliper (looks like 2 small hex bolts from the diagram) ![]() Service manual states to do the following: One is to use the Honda Diagnostic tool (HDS) which I'm assuming no one has. I paid for a short subscription to the Honda service manual online so that I could pull up the instructions (from honda) on how to do this correctly. I came across this thead and figured I'd update it in case anyone else was looking to do the same. My wifes 2018 Odyssey has 28k miles and the rear brake pads are done so I was searching google in hopes of finding a tutorial to deactive/remove the electronic parking brake. They might not be aware and turn the piston which may damage the EPB motor. ![]() After they are compressed back make sure the grooves are lined up in perfect North South orientation per Mazda instructions use Lisle #28600 for minor adjustments only.Įven if you don't plan to do your own brakes, it would be a good idea to let your mechanic know about the maintenance mode. Now go do whatever you need to do on the brakes, for the rear brake pistons DO NOT TURN THE PISTONS, compress them straight back like you would do the fronts. (I'll simplify remaining steps here: after step 2, release foot from brake pedal, and move over and press accelerator pedal down fully and press down on the EPB switch at the same time and hold, then press the start button 3 times quickly, you will hear the motor moving and the yellow parking brake with exclamation point light up) you are now in maintenance mode.(to release the parking brake, you have to have your foot on the brake pedal, then press down on EPB switch to release it, you will hear the motor releasing and the light on the EPB switch light goes off) (you have to press the start button TWICE) pressing once only gives you ACC power, (do not press on brake otherwise engine will start, engine must be off)Ģ. There are little nuances some people might miss so I add my notes in red.ġ. Without this procedure we would be at the mercy of the dealer to get the EPB motor to retract if we wanted to replace rear brake pads. I believe the dealer can use a scan tool computer to have the car enter EPB maintenace mode, but at least Mazda gave us an option for those who don't like going to the dealership with this procedure below. The motor must be backed off first with the procedure below. I can see how it is tempting for someone who doesn't know about these EPB to use the Lisle 28600 tool to try and turn them back in BUT IT WILL NOT WORK, the motor will not allow it, forcing it with a C-clamp will break the EPB motor. The purpose of the maintenance mode is to back off the EPB motor so you can compress the pistons easily (DO NOT TURN THE PISTON) and NOT have to remove the e-brake from the caliper. HOW TO GET INTO MAINTENANCE MODE WRITTEN BY tomcat1446(Mazdas247): For example, here is a link to the thread that is applicable to my 2016 Mazda 6 that I found on Mazda 6 Club: DIY: - Rear Brake Maintenance Mode for 2016+ Ebrake. Its supposed to preserve rubber and Ive done this for about 25 years on my cars.The electronic parking break likely needs to be put in to a maintenance mode before attempting to retract the caliper piston. While I was down there I sprayed the brake hoses, caliper pin boots, cv joint boots, tie rod and ball joint boots with silicone spray lube. Dont know if it was really effective or not but sounds like a good idea as in a lot of those parts like ball joints the boot goes bad before the part inside (or causes it to fail when you cant keep grease in it) Its supposed to preserve rubber and Ive done this for about 25 years on my cars. I also went with the Akebono pads, Pep boys had em for $33 with coupon code(you buy online but pay in store when they come in) and the reviews on their site were more favorable than any others they carried. They obviously wont last forever I will go with new hardware the next time and probably regrease the pins when the pads are about half worn. I think I was okay reusing the metal hardware, carefully cleaned and inspected them there were no deformations or wear. ![]() 3rd gen ody pad swap is the easiest of the dozen or so different cars I have done. ![]()
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