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Removal Procedure

  1. With the engine OFF, apply and release the brake pedal several times until the pedal becomes firm to deplete the power vacuum brake booster vacuum reserve.
  2. Without draining the coolant and without disconnecting the hoses, position aside the radiator surge tank. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (LFX, LF3) .
  3. Disconnect the brake pedal position sensor electrical connector. Refer to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Replacement .
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    Release the brake pedal (1) from the power vacuum brake booster pushrod by lifting the pedal upward.

  5. NOTE:

    Do not reuse the brake pedal retainer.

  6. Remove and discard the brake pedal retainer.
  7. Disconnect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector.
  8. Release the brake fluid level indicator switch harness from the master cylinder reservoir clips and position aside, if necessary.
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    Disconnect the power brake booster vacuum sensor electrical connector.

  10. Remove the power brake booster vacuum sensor (1) from the power vacuum brake booster.
  11. NOTE:

    Do not disconnect the primary and secondary inlet brake pipe fittings.

  12. Disconnect the front and rear brake pipe fittings and remove the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV) assembly nuts from the BPMV assembly. Refer to Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Replacement .
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    NOTE:

    Do NOT reuse the master cylinder nuts.

    Remove the master cylinder nuts (1).

  14. Discard the master cylinder nuts.
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    Without disconnecting the BPMV primary and secondary brake pipe fittings, remove the master cylinder (1) and the BPMV as an assembly.

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    Inspect the master cylinder O-ring seal (1) for damage and replace, if necessary.

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    Completely loosen the power vacuum brake booster bolts (1).

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    Remove the power vacuum brake booster (1).

  19. Inspect the power vacuum brake booster gasket (2) for damage and replace, if necessary.