Brake Repair MAZDA CX SERIES Journey

$128 Pads and Labor

MAZDA CX SERIES

BRAKE REPAIR

Mazda CX series vehicles utilize a power-assisted braking system with several key components working together: brake pads, rotors, calipers, and brake fluid. When the brake pedal is depressed, brake fluid is pressurized and forces the calipers to squeeze the brake pads against the rotors, generating friction to slow the vehicle. Mazda also incorporates advanced safety features like Smart Brake Support (SBS), which uses radar and camera sensors to detect potential collisions and automatically applies the brakes to mitigate or avoid them.

Brake Pad Replacement for One Axle (Front or Back)

Traditional Repair Shop $300-$350

Dealership $350-$450

Detroit Brake Repair $128

Front Rotor and Brake Pad Replacement w/Brake Sensor

Traditional Repair Shop $1220-$1420

Dealership $1480-$1870

Detroit Brake Repair $260-$400

Key Brake System Components and Features:

Brake Pads and Rotors:

These are the primary friction surfaces that slow the vehicle down. Brake pads are pressed against the rotors, and over time, both can wear down and require replacement.

Calipers:

These house the brake pads and apply pressure to them when activated by the brake fluid.

Brake Fluid:

This hydraulic fluid transmits the force from the brake pedal to the calipers.

Smart Brake Support (SBS):

This system uses sensors to detect potential collisions and can automatically apply the brakes to help avoid or reduce the severity of an accident.

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS):

ABS prevents the wheels from locking up during hard braking, allowing the driver to maintain steering control.

Hill Launch Assist (HLA):

This feature helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when starting on a hill.

Electric Parking Brake (EPB):

This system uses an electric motor to engage the parking brake, rather than a traditional handbrake.

Maintenance and Considerations:

Rear Brake Pad and Rotor with Brake Sensor Replacement Cost Average

Traditional Repair Shop $600-$700

Dealership $730-$920

Detroit Brake Repair $-260-$360

Brake Fluid Change Cost Average

Traditional Repair Shop $150-$175

Dealership $160-$200

Brake Tech $125