Installation Procedure
- Install the power vacuum brake booster gasket, if removed.
Install the power vacuum brake booster and bolts.
- Install the power vacuum brake booster bolts (1) and tighten to 19 N.m (14 lb ft).
If equipped with antilock brakes, connect the front and rear brake pipe fittings (1) to the BPMV. Refer to Brake Pressure Modulator Valve Replacement .
- Install the master cylinder. Refer to Brake Master Cylinder Replacement .
If equipped, install the power brake booster vacuum check valve (1) to the power vacuum brake booster.
If equipped, install the power vacuum brake booster vacuum sensor (1) to the power vacuum brake booster and connect the electrical connector.
Install the power brake booster pushrod retainer (1) to the power brake booster pushrod, if removed.
- Position the brake pedal (2) to the power brake booster pushrod retainer and firmly seat the brake pedal to the retainer.
- Install the driver side instrument panel knee bolster. Refer to Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Buick) , and Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Chevrolet) .
- Install the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement .
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Do not over tighten the power vacuum brake booster bolts. If the power vacuum brake booster bolts are over tightened, the brake pedal may remain applied after a high pressure brake pedal application.
Ensure the power vacuum brake booster pushrod retainer is fully seated in the brake pedal arm.