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NOTE:

Before proceeding, refer to WARNING .

  1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable from its post on the battery.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing PCM
    GC0120812Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  2. Remove the powertrain control module (PCM) mounting fasteners and move the PCM aside. Refer to MODULE, POWERTRAIN CONTROL, REMOVAL .
  3. Remove the master cylinder. Refer to MASTER CYLINDER, BRAKE, REMOVAL .
    Fig 2: Rear Brake Tubes At Junction Block
    GC0082341Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  4. Disconnect the rear brake tubes (1) at the junction block (2). Install plugs at all of the open brake tubes.
    Fig 3: Identifying Vacuum Hose At Booster - LHD
    GC0082342Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  5. Disconnect the vacuum hose (2) from the check valve (1) on the power brake booster. Do not remove the check valve from power brake booster. 
  6. Remove the steering column opening cover (and airbag if equipped) on the instrument panel. Refer to COVER, STEERING COLUMN OPENING, REMOVAL .
  7. Remove the stop lamp switch. Refer to SWITCH, STOP LAMP, REMOVAL .
    NOTE:

    Do not discard the stop lamp switch as it can be adjusted and reinstalled. 

    Fig 4: Brake Pedal Clip
    GC0082336Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  8. Remove the retaining clip (2) securing the power brake booster push rod (1) to the brake pedal. To do so, position a small screwdriver under the center tang of the retaining clip, then rotate the screwdriver enough to allow the retaining clip tang to pass over the end of the brake pedal pin (3). Remove and discard the clip. Do not reuse the clip. 
  9. Slide the booster push rod (1) off the brake pedal pin (3).
    Fig 5: Pedal And Booster Mounting - LHD
    GC0082337Courtesy of CHRYSLER GROUP, LLC
  10. Remove the four nuts (4) attaching the power brake booster (3) to the dash panel.
  11. Slide the power brake booster (3) forward until its mounting studs clear the dash panel, then remove it through the engine compartment.