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Removal Procedure

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  1. Place the ignition switch in the OFF position.
  2. Apply and release the brake pedal several times until the brake pedal becomes firm to deplete the power brake booster vacuum reserve.
  3. Without disconnecting the hoses, remove and position aside the radiator surge tank. Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (LGX with V08)Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (LCV)
  4. Disconnect Power Brake Booster Vacuum Sensor Electrical Connector
  5. Fig 1: Power Brake Booster Vacuum Sensor
    GM4285121Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Remove Power Brake Booster Vacuum Sensor (1)
  7. Disconnect the brake fluid level indicator switch electrical connector.
  8. Fig 2: Master Cylinder Nut
    GM4285064Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Remove Master Cylinder Nut (1) and DISCARD
  10. Without disconnecting the brake pipes, carefully remove and position aside the master cylinder.
  11. Fig 3: Heater Coolant Pump Stud
    GM4325955Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Do NOT disconnect the heater coolant pump hoses.

  12. Remove {If equipped}Heater Coolant Pump Stud (1) - Heater Coolant Pump Replacement (LCV)
  13. Position the heater coolant pump and hoses aside.
  14. Fig 4: Fuel Injector Wiring Harness Retainer
    GM4419511Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  15. Release Fuel Injector Wiring Harness Retainer (1)
  16. Fig 5: Power Brake Booster Bolt
    GM4285076Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Do NOT loosen the power brake booster bolts completely.

  17. Loosen Power Brake Booster Bolt (1)
  18. Remove Brake Pedal Position Sensor - Brake Pedal Position Sensor Replacement
  19. With the aid of an assistant, hold the power brake booster away from the dash panel.
  20. Fig 6: Pedal Retainer And Brake Pedal
    GM4285082Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  21. Release Brake Pedal Retainer (1)
  22. NOTE:

    Pull the brake pedal rearward to release.

  23. Release Brake Pedal (2)
  24. Completely loosen the 2 power brake booster bolts.
  25. Fig 7: Power Brake Booster
    GM4285079Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  26. Remove Power Brake Booster (1)
  27. Fig 8: Power Brake Booster Seal
    GM4285081Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  28. Inspect Power Brake Booster Seal (1) for damage
  29. Replace the power brake booster seal if damaged.
  30. Fig 9: Brake Pedal Retainer
    GM4285112Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Insert a long, thin tool through the power brake booster pass-through from the engine compartment to remove the brake pedal retainer.

  31. Remove Brake Pedal Retainer (1) and DISCARD