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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1311219  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the brake booster vacuum check valve (1) from the brake booster.
  2. If the vacuum check valve (1) needs to be separated from the vacuum hose (3), release and reposition the clamp (2) on the vacuum hose (3) and remove the check valve (1) from the hose (3).
  3. If replacing the vacuum check valve (1), remove the grommet from the brake booster and discard the grommet.

  4. Object Number: 1311220  Size: SH
  5. If replacing the vacuum hose, release the vacuum hose connector retainer (1), then disconnect the connector from the vacuum port on the engine intake manifold.
  6. Take note of the vacuum hose routing, then remove the vacuum hose from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

Important: A small amount of denatured alcohol can be used as an assembly aid when installing the vacuum check valve and/or grommet. Do NOT use soap.


    Object Number: 1311220  Size: SH
  1. If the vacuum hose was removed, install the vacuum hose into position on the vehicle, as noted prior to removal.
  2. If the vacuum hose was removed, connect the vacuum hose connector to the vacuum port on the intake manifold. Press the connector retainer (1) down firmly to secure the connector to the port.

  3. Object Number: 1311219  Size: SH
  4. If the vacuum check valve (1) is being replaced, install a NEW grommet to the brake booster.
  5. If the vacuum check valve (1) was separated from the vacuum hose (3), install the check valve (1) to the vacuum hose (3). Install and secure the clamp (2) into position on the hose (3).
  6. Connect the brake booster vacuum check valve (1) to the brake booster.