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Pre-inspection preparation

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  1. Install the SST  (49 D043 002) in the orientation shown in the figure, (with DSC)
    Fig 1: Identifying SST (49 D043 002)
    G03702407Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • Install the SST (49 D043 002) to the master cylinder using a commercially available flare nut wrench.
      • Flare nut across flat: 12 mm {0.47 in}
  2. Connect the SSTs,  a vacuum gauge and a pedal force gauge to the master cylinder and bleed the air from the SSTs  and the brake line. (Bleed the air from the SSTs  through air bleeding valve A.)
    Fig 2: Bleeding Air From SST And Brake Line
    G03702408Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.