Removal And Installation: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jeep Renegade. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
When servicing components near the vacuum pump, avoid contact with the plastic nipple/connector fitting that connects the vacuum pump to the brake booster hose. It is possible to crack the plastic nipple resulting in a brake booster vacuum leak.
NOTE:
The vacuum connector fitting is serviceable by itself. if the connector fitting is damaged, it must be replaced.
NOTE:
The connector fitting O-Ring seal must be replaced if the fitting is removed from the pump. Service fittings include a new O-Ring pre-installed.
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), disconnect the IBS connector first before disconnecting the negative battery cable.
- Remove the engine cover. Refer to
COVER, ENGINE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
.
- Disconnect the vacuum hose quick-connect fitting (1) from the vacuum pump.NOTE:
Oil may leak from the vacuum pump drive when the pump is removed. Place a shop towel under the pump to prevent oil leakage onto the engine or transmission assembly.
- Remove the three vacuum pump mounting bolts (2) and the vacuum pump (1).
- Remove and DISCARD
the vacuum pump O-ring seals (1, 2). Note the location of the pump drive tab.
- If required, remove the screw (2) and the vacuum fitting (1).
- Remove and DISCARD the vacuum fitting O-ring seal (1).