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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Vacuum Brake Booster
    GM1862147Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Inspect the vacuum brake booster to dash panel gasket for damage and replace, if necessary.

  1. Align the vacuum brake booster mounting studs to the dash panel.
  2. Install the vacuum brake booster.
  3. Fig 2: Vacuum Brake Booster Nuts
    GM1862142Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  4. Install the 4 vacuum brake booster nuts and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  5. Install the intermediate steering shaft. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .
  6. Fig 3: Brake Pedal Pushrod Retaining Clip
    GM1862139Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Connect the brake pedal pushrod to the brake pedal and install the clevis pin (2).
  8. Install the brake pedal pushrod retaining clip (1).
  9. Install the driver knee bolster. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Replacement (Acadia)Driver Knee Bolster Replacement (Enclave)Driver Knee Bolster Replacement (Traverse) .
  10. Install the left side instrument panel insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side .
  11. Inspect the master cylinder to vacuum brake booster seal for damage and replace, if necessary.
  12. Fig 4: Master Cylinder Mounting Nuts
    GM2664134Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Ensure the master cylinder to vacuum brake booster seal is properly installed on the back of the master cylinder housing and is not damaged.

  13. Position the master cylinder to the vacuum booster.
  14. Install the master cylinder nuts (1) and tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
  15. Fig 5: Front And Rear Brake Pipes
    GM1862135Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  16. Position the BPMV assembly over the studs.
  17. Install the 2 nuts (2) to the BPMV and bracket assembly and tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
  18. Install the front and rear brake pipes (1) to the routing clip on the frame rail.
  19. Fig 6: Power Brake Booster Vacuum Sensor
    GM2664138Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    A small amount of denatured alcohol may be used as a lubricant for assembly. Do not use soap.

  20. Install the power brake booster vacuum sensor (1).
  21. Connect the power brake booster vacuum sensor electrical connector.
  22. Fig 7: Power Brake Booster Vacuum Check Valve And Hose Assembly
    GM2664136Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    A small amount of denatured alcohol may be used as a lubricant for assembly. Do not use soap.

  23. Install the power brake booster vacuum check valve and hose assembly (1) to the brake booster.
  24. Connect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector.
  25. Install the air cleaner housing cover and duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Element Replacement .