Brake System

Brake Pedal

11steps
~66min
3/5difficulty
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Components and Component Location

Components

1. Brake Pedal Assembly
2. Stop Lamp Switch
3. Brake Pedal Lever Assembly
4. Brake Pedal Pad

Repair Procedures

Removal

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the emergency pad lower panel. (Refer to Body - "Emergency Pad Lower Panel")
  3. Remove the steering column. (Refer to Steering System - "Steering Column and Shaft")
  4. Remove the lock pin (A) and the flat head pin (B).
  5. Disconnect the cable pin from the brake pedal.
  6. Disconnect the clip from the brake pedal.
  7. Disconnect the stop lamp switch connector (A).
  8. Remove the brake pedal mounting nuts (A).

Inspection

  1. Inspect the bushing for wear.
  2. Inspect the brake pedal for bending or twisting.
  3. Inspect the brake pedal return spring for damage.

Installation

  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Test yourself

A quick Kia Picanto JA quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.