Removal Procedure
- Apply the parking brake.
- Remove the bolts attaching the underhood fuse block to the mounting
bracket. Refer to
Underhood Fuse Block Replacement
in Engine
Electrical.
- Remove the bolts attaching the electronic brake control module
bracket to the inner fender well. Refer to
Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement
in Antilock Brake System.
- Disconnect the vacuum hose from the vacuum booster.
- Detach the cruise control/throttle cable retainer from the vacuum
booster.
- Remove the bolts attaching the master cylinder to vacuum booster.
Refer to
Master Cylinder Replacement
.
- Reposition the master cylinder away from the vacuum booster.
- Remove the steering column support bracket. Refer to
Steering Column Bracket Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
- Remove the brake pedal pushrod.
- Remove the nuts attaching the vacuum booster to the bulkhead.
- Remove the vacuum booster assembly.
- Remove the gasket.
Installation Procedure
- Install the vacuum booster
assembly and the gasket.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the vacuum
booster mounting nuts on the vacuum booster.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 36 N·m (27 lb ft).
- Install the brake pedal pushrod.
- Install the steering column support bracket. Refer to
Steering Column Bracket Replacement
in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
- Gauge the booster rod. Refer to
Power Brake Booster Push Rod Gauging
.
- Position the master cylinder to the vacuum booster.
- Install the bolts attaching the master cylinder to vacuum booster.
Refer to
Master Cylinder Replacement
.
- Attach the cruise control/throttle cable retainer from the vacuum
booster.
- Connect the vacuum hose to the vacuum booster.
- Install the bolts attaching the electronic brake control module
bracket to the inner fender well. Refer to
Electronic Brake Control Module Replacement
in Antilock Brake System.
- Install the bolts attaching the underhood fuse block to the mounting
bracket. Refer to
Underhood Fuse Block Replacement
in Engine
Electrical.