Booster - Power Brake: Installation: Booster
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Before installing booster, make sure there is a NEW booster seal (2) placed over push rod and mounting studs on rear of booster (1).
- Install power brake booster through opening between cross-brace and windshield. Guide booster (1) push rod and mounting studs through dash panel (2).NOTE: Be sure to tighten all four booster mounting nuts to specifications or a vacuum leak can result.
- Install four power brake booster mounting nuts (4). Tighten nuts to 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.) torque.
- Slide booster push rod (5) onto brake pedal pin (4). Install NEW retaining clip (3) securing push rod to brake pedal.
- Install and adjust brake lamp switch (2). (Refer to ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/BRAKE LAMP SWITCH - INSTALLATION)
- Connect vacuum hose (3) to check valve (2) on face of booster (1). Do not remove check valve from booster.
- If equipped with MK25 and Electronic Stability Program (ESP), connect wiring harness (6) connector at pedal travel sensor (7) on power brake booster (3).
- If equipped with MK25 and ESP, connect wiring harness (6) connector at active brake booster solenoid (4).
- Install master cylinder (1). (Refer to BRAKES/HYDRAULIC/MECHANICAL/MASTER CYLINDER - INSTALLATION)
- Install windshield wiper module and components removed to access. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/WIPERS/WASHERS/WIPER MODULE - INSTALLATION)
- Connect battery negative cable (2) to battery post. It is important that this is performed properly. (Refer to ELECTRICAL/BATTERY SYSTEM - STANDARD PROCEDURE)
- Fill and bleed brakes as necessary.
- Road test vehicle to ensure proper operation of brakes.