Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the stoplamp switch. For additional information, refer to EXTERIOR LIGHTING .
- Disconnect the brake booster check valve from the brake booster to deplete the residual vacuum in the brake booster.
- Remove the brake master cylinder. For additional information, refer to HYDRAULIC BRAKE ACTUATION .
- Disconnect the vacuum hose and wire harness from the studs and position aside.
- Remove the brake booster push rod pin and clip, then disconnect the push rod from the brake pedal.
- Remove the 4 brake booster nuts.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Remove the brake booster.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
Do not service the brake pedal or brake booster without first removing the stoplamp switch. This switch must be removed with the brake pedal in the at-rest position. The switch plunger must be compressed for the switch to rotate in the bracket. Attempting to remove the switch when the plunger is extended (during pedal apply) will result in damage to the switch.
NOTE:
The brake booster check valve must be disconnected from the brake booster (prior to removing the master cylinder) or the master cylinder seal may be drawn into the brake booster.
NOTE:
Make sure that the vacuum hose assembly is routed correctly so it does not make contact with surrounding components or damage to the hose may occur.
NOTE:
Do not press, pull or otherwise move the brake pedal while installing the stoplamp switch. The switch must be installed with the booster push rod attached to the brake pedal and with the brake pedal in the at-rest position. Installing this switch with the brake pedal in any other position will result in incorrect adjustment and may damage the switch.