Brake Booster: Removal

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NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

Remove the brake master cylinder. Refer to: Brake Master Cylinder .
Detach the clips and lower the steering column opening trim cover.

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NOTE: Vehicles with push-button start and adjustable pedals shown in illustration.

Disconnect the electrical connectors and detach the wiring harness retainers.

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- Remove the bolts and the steering column opening trim panel reinforcement.
  Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
- Remove the tabs and remove the steering column opening trim panel.
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NOTE: Do not service the brake pedal without first removing the stoplamp switch. Remove this switch with the brake pedal in the at-rest position. Attempting to remove the switch when the plunger is extended (during pedal apply) results in damage to the switch.

Remove the stoplamp switch. Refer to: Stoplamp Switch .
Remove the clip.

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Remove the pin, washer and separate the brake booster rod from the brake pedal.

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NOTE: Tighten the brake booster nuts in a cross-pattern.

Remove and discard the brake booster nuts.

Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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1. Disconnect the brake vacuum sensor electrical connector.
2. Detach the elbow fitting and vacuum tube.
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Remove the brake booster.

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