Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning
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CAUTION:
Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution
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- Remove the underhood electrical center. Refer to Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement (HP7) or Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement (HP5) .
- Remove and position aside the surge tank. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement .
- Disconnect the vacuum brake booster vacuum check valve and hose from the vacuum brake booster and position aside.
- Remove the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Replacement (Without RPO HP5) or Master Cylinder Replacement (With RPO HP5) .
- Remove the brake pressure modulator valve (BPMV). Refer to Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Replacement .
- Remove the driver knee bolster. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Replacement .
- Remove the vacuum brake booster pushrod retainer (1).
- Disconnect the vacuum brake booster pushrod from the brake pedal.
- Remove the 4 vacuum brake booster nuts (1).
- Carefully pull the vacuum brake booster forward until the mounting studs clear the dash panel.
- Remove the vacuum brake booster (1).
- Inspect the vacuum brake booster gasket (1) for damage and replace if necessary.
NOTE:
Ensure the foam insulator on the mounting surface of the vacuum brake booster withdraws with the booster.