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Power Brake Booster Vacuum Sensor Replacement

Power Brake Booster Vacuum Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure


1. With the engine OFF, apply and release the brake pedal several times until the brake pedal becomes firm to deplete the power vacuum brake booster vacuum reserve.

2.
Note

Lift the dash panel insulator slightly to remove the upper master cylinder heat shield nut.


If equipped with the master cylinder heat shield, remove the master cylinder heat shield nuts (1).


3. Remove the master cylinder heat shield bolt (1).


4. Remove the master cylinder heat shield.

5. Disconnect the power vacuum brake booster vacuum sensor electrical connector.


6. Remove the vacuum sensor (1) and power brake booster vacuum hose assembly from the power vacuum brake booster.

7. Release the spring clamp and remove the power brake booster vacuum sensor from the vacuum hose.


Installation Procedure


1.
Note

A small amount of denatured alcohol may be used to ease assembly. Do not use soap.


Install the power brake booster vacuum sensor (1) to the vacuum hose.


2. Secure the spring clamp to the vacuum hose.

3. Connect the power brake booster vacuum sensor electrical connector.

4. Install the master cylinder heat shield, if equipped.


5. Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the master cylinder heat shield bolt (1) and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in) .

6.
Note

Lift the dash panel insulator slightly to remove the upper master cylinder heat shield nut.


Install the master cylinder heat shield nuts (1) and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft) .