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Booster, Power Brake: Installation

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NOTE:

Before power brake booster (1) installation, be certain a NEW dash seal (2) is installed on the booster mounting studs.

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  1. Install the power brake booster (2) by sliding the push rod (3) and studs through the dash panel and into mounting position.
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  2. Under the instrument panel, install the four power brake booster mounting nuts (3).
  3. Tighten the brake pedal/booster mounting nuts to 23 N.m (17 ft. lbs.).
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  4. Install the power brake booster push rod and retainer (2) into NEW booster rod keeper, ensuring that the clips (1) are engaged.
  5. Install and adjust the stop lamp switch in the brake pedal bracket Refer to SWITCH, STOP LAMP, INSTALLATION .
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  6. Install intermediate shaft (1) to steering gear pinion shaft (3) and install a NEW  pinch bolt (2). Tighten pinch bolt to 55 N.m (40 ft. lbs.).
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    NOTE:

    The master cylinder must be bled before installing it on the vehicle.

  7. Bench bleed the master cylinder. Refer to MASTER CYLINDER, BRAKE, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  8. Wipe the face of the power brake booster clean where the vacuum seal on the rear of the master cylinder comes in contact when it's installed. Do not get any cleaner or debris inside the booster.
    CAUTION:

    When installing a master cylinder on the vehicle, a NEW vacuum seal (2) MUST be installed on the master cylinder mounting flange (1).

  9. If the master cylinder does not have a new vacuum seal (2) on the mounting flange (1), remove it. Install a NEW vacuum seal on the master cylinder mounting flange making sure the seal fits squarely in its groove.
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    CAUTION:

    If resistance is met during master cylinder insertion into power brake booster, the master cylinder push rod may not be lined up with the booster push rod. Remove the master cylinder, realign and insert it again.

  10. Line up the master cylinder mounting holes with the mounting studs on the power brake booster. Ensure the master cylinder piston push rod lines up with the booster push rod, then carefully slide the master cylinder into the power brake booster until it contacts the face of the booster.
  11. Install two NEW master cylinder mounting nuts (1). Tighten each nut to 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
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  12. If equipped with a manual transaxle and a new reservoir is being installed, remove the plug (1) for the clutch actuator port.
  13. If equipped with a manual transaxle, slide the clutch actuator hose onto the reservoir port. Install the hose clamp just past the upset bead on the port.
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  14. Position and slide the Integrated Control Unit (ICU) onto the mounting pin on the body.
  15. Install mounting fasteners (3) and tighten to 23 N.m (17 ft. lbs.).
  16. Install brake tubes (2, 4). Tighten tube nuts to 17 N.m (150 in. lbs.).
  17. Connect the wiring harness connector (6) to the brake fluid level switch.
  18. Connect the vacuum hose to the check valve on the brake booster.
    CAUTION:

    Before installing the ABM harness connector on the ABM, be sure the seal is properly installed in the connector.

  19. Insert the ABM wiring harness connector (1) into the socket of the ABM and close the cover (5), locking the connector in place.
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  20. Position the battery tray and PCM in the vehicle. Route the wire harness and close the wire harness retainers (3).
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  21. Install the battery tray (3) with one nut (5) and two bolts (1) tightened to 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
  22. Engage the engine wire harness connector (2) to the battery tray (3).
  23. Engage two engine wire harness retainers (4) to the battery tray (3).
  24. Engage two starter wire harness retainers (6) to the battery tray (3).
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  25. Connect the powertrain control module (PCM) electrical connectors (1 and 2).
  26. Connect the negative (ground) cable on the battery.
  27. Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level.
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  28. Install the engine cover (1).
    WARNING:

    Be certain a firm brake pedal is achieved prior to attempting to operate the vehicle. If a firm brake pedal cannot be achieved, bleed the brake hydraulic system and check for leaks.

  29. Install a scan tool to initialize the ABM and perform the following:
    1. Clear any faults.
    2. Fill the master cylinder to the proper fill level and bleed the base and ABS hydraulic systems. Refer to ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING and BASE BRAKE BLEEDING  .
    3. Check for leaks.
    4. Perform the ABS Verification Test.
  30. Road test the vehicle to ensure proper operation of the brakes.
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