Electronic Parking Brake Usage

[Xeler8ing]

Maybe here had it as well in 2016. May need to check the brochure when I get home (have 2016 & 2017)

Just checked the 2016 brochure and yes EPB came standard across the range.

In Australia, use of the parking brake is a requirement when a vehicle is parked and left unattended on a public road.

"Securing your vehicle

You must secure/lock your vehicle before leaving it parked on a road. Your vehicle is considered unattended when you are more than 3m away from it.

Before you leave the vehicle you must:

switch off the engine
apply the parking brake
remove the ignition key if there is no one 16 years of age or older in the vehicle
wind up the windows if possible—a gap of 5cm or less is acceptable
lock the doors if possible.

This rule applies to all road-related areas, including car parks."

Most people apply the handbrake. You can tell the ones that don't on account of the swinging on a decline for a brief period

 

[Xeler8ing]

Yes it makes for a cleaner interior but it cost them a lot more than a lever. It does give a more upmarket feel as well.

This is indeed true.

 

[Anchorman]

The EPB came in with the 2016.5 facelift. This is mine in April last year just after it had been backed off the delivery truck. Not a handbrake lever in sight! BTW, they movie guys only need to pull the ABS fuse just like they do now and they can perform all the tricks they like.

 

[banjos-n-beer]

Glad you appreciate the PDFs. I really enjoy reading them.

The control module is no longer part of the TSB, they found changing it was not effective. I had one rear brake getting hot. I couldn't feel it but I could see the discolouration of the disc so might be worth checking. They did both calipers, the discoloured disc and a new set of pads all under warranty.

This shows how to operate maintenance mode

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This is the latest TSB

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This is how to change the rear pad and note NOT to press and turn the piston. You only need to turn slightly without pressing if the pins don't line up.

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This one shows the operation of the EPB and the emergency braking mode.

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Thanks a bunch Anchorman. I'll read them when I have some time in the evenings.

(cheers)

 

[Xeler8ing]

The EPB came in with the 2016.5 facelift. This is mine in April last year just after it had been backed off the delivery truck. Not a handbrake lever in sight! BTW, they movie guys only need to pull the ABS fuse just like they do now and they can perform all the tricks they like.

Ours was early in the new year 2016

 

[Laurel]

I have the 2016.5 and have the electric parking brake.

Prior to this car, I used the parking brake pretty rarely. I had to be REALLY aware I was on a hill.

Now, after reading this thread, I'm committed to trying to make it a daily part of parking.

New habits, and all, lol.

 

[Xeler8ing]

I know I am stating the obvious

Requires much less physical effort to engage and disengage EPB than normal hand brake.

 

[NelsonLewis]

I know I am stating the obvious

Requires much less physical effort to engage and disengage EPB than normal hand brake.

Solid point though. I've driven cars in the past that the lever button was so hard to press down, I don't even think everyone could push it...

 

[Xeler8ing]

Solid point though. I've driven cars in the past that the lever button was so hard to press down, I don't even think everyone could push it...

Both my current Mazda6 and the new CX-5 which I test drove have easy to operate EPBs

 

[NelsonLewis]

Both my current Mazda6 and the new CX-5 which I test drove have easy to operate EPBs

Well, I know they do. I said "cars I've driven", some dating back to the 70's...And no, I'm not that old, I was born then...

 

[Xeler8ing]

Well, I know they do. I said "cars I've driven", some dating back to the 70's...And no, I'm not that old, I was born then...

Sorry, my comment wasn't meant to offend

 

[m8te]

EPB should turn on automatically when shift is in P. I assume it doesn't? No harm if EPB is ON when in P.

What would be interesting is if people prefer Electric Parking Brake or Manual Parking Brake?

Though I have not tried an EPB, I like a good 'ol leather wrapped parking brake lever. You can actually feel (mechanical) the car engage to a holding brake position.

Perhaps the EPB also provide that slight tightening hold feeling to the vehicle as a manual lever?

 

[Xeler8ing]

EPB should turn on automatically when shift is in P. I assume it doesn't? No harm if EPB is ON when in P.

No it doesn't.

 

[banjos-n-beer]

Well, I know they do. I said "cars I've driven", some dating back to the 70's...And no, I'm not that old, I was born then...

You're probably referring to the foot pedal operated emergency/parking brakes? We had one that was a b**** to engage. In fact during my drivers license test I failed to get it to hold on a hill the first attempt and we actually rolled backwards a bit. Luckily the instructor let it slide (pun!) and I got it to hold after the second attempt. Still got my license though... first try.

 

[annmarie2004]

I always use it.

 

[banjos-n-beer]

Decent participation so far... thanks to all who have voted.

 

[akaeleven]

Always used the e-brake.
I'm glad the CX-5 didn't have the foot pedal type.

 

[yrwei52]

Electric Parking Brake Usage

Glad you appreciate the PDFs. I really enjoy reading them.

The control module is no longer part of the TSB, they found changing it was not effective. I had one rear brake getting hot. I couldn't feel it but I could see the discolouration of the disc so might be worth checking. They did both calipers, the discoloured disc and a new set of pads all under warranty.

This shows how to operate maintenance mode

View attachment 216813

This is the latest TSB

View attachment 216814

This is how to change the rear pad and note NOT to press and turn the piston. You only need to turn slightly without pressing if the pins don't line up.

View attachment 216815

This one shows the operation of the EPB and the emergency braking mode.

View attachment 216816

Thank you very much for posting these pdf files. These are missing info from my 2015 Mazda CX-5 Workshop Manual obtained from Chris_Top_Her! Saved as addendum for future reference on DIY rear disc pad replacement.. Didn't know there's no need for the special brake turning tool until I read the pdf files! (cool)

 

[Dimcorner]

My RDX has the foot pedal and the old Mazda3 had the hand one. I'm having a little trouble adjusting to the darn tiny button
And both the wife and I ALWAYS use it. I never understood people that parked their manual car and just left it in gear.

 

[Xeler8ing]

My RDX has the foot pedal and the old Mazda3 had the hand one. I'm having a little trouble adjusting to the darn tiny button
And both the wife and I ALWAYS use it. I never understood people that parked their manual car and just left it in gear.

What model Mazda3? Driven the first generation albeit a 2008 model and it had a normal hand release version (scratch)