Brake Vacuum Pump - 2.3L EcoBoost (231kW/314PS)/2.3L EcoBoost (257kW/350PS) - MI4: Removal

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

Remove the cowl vent panel Refer to: Cowl Panel Grille .
Remove the 5 bolts, 4 nuts and the cowl extension.
Torque: Bolts: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm) Nuts: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)

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Remove the 3 bolts and bracket.
Torque: 26 lb.ft (35 Nm)

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Remove the 4 nuts and the engine appearance cover.
Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

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Detach the fuel line bracket from the intake manifold.

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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Remove the bolt and detach the ground wire from the cylinder head.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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1. Detach the wiring harness retainer.
2. Remove the 2 retainers, the brake vacuum pump cover and the high pressure fuel pump cover.
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Release the coupling and disconnect the vacuum tube.

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Remove the bolts and vacuum pump.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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NOTE: Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.

Inspect the brake vacuum pump housing gasket and replace as necessary.

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